Gorgeous view of beach from board walk, only steps away from sand & surf
Location: Emerald Isle, Central Coast, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (40 Minutes To New Bern or Jacksonville Airports) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 16)
Keywords: Large Single Family Home
CRYSTAL PALMS - Very Large Oceanfront Home w/pool, elevator and all the luxuries of home. Additional photos available upon request.
Located on Emerald Isle (the southernmost island of the Outer Banks), this platinum rated single family home is comfortably and tastefully furnished and welcomes even the most discerning families and guests.
Crystal Palms offers stunning oceanfront views from all levels that captivate the serenity of the ocean and the extraordinary ability to enjoy both the sunrise and the sunset.
The superb location provides direct, private beach access in an area that is less populated and offers a relaxed atmosphere in a family-oriented ocean setting.
The outstanding open floor plan allows opportunity to socialize and dine together. Interiors are professionally decorated with high quality furnishings. Careful attention to detail is evident in the presentation of this home, designed to maximize relaxation as well as entertainment.
* The dining room seats 20, and the well-equipped kitchen is situated so that you can continue your "dolphin watching" while practicing your culinary skills.
"This vacation, stay in, relax and allow Private Chef Shawn to create for you unforgettable food in the comfort of your beach home. Chef Shawn does the shopping, cooking and clean up so you can spend time with Family and Friends on your well deserved vacation. Perfect for Birthday Parties, Anniversaries, Reunions, or a intimate candlelight dinner for two..Call Chef Shawn direct at 252.422.3071 and visit his website.
* Retreat to one of the three oceanfront bedrooms (2 w/ ensuite baths and Jacuzzi tubs), have direct access to the third level deck featuring elevated, breathtaking oceanfront views.
* Sound side, there are two children's rooms that are furnished with bunks, single and trundle beds. Each of these rooms can easily accommodate 4 children but are equally comfortable for teens or adults.
* Crystal Palms is handicap friendly (not ADA approved), featuring a sound-side bedroom & bathroom directly off the main living area, accessible from the elevator.
* The ground level elevator provides access to the main living areas, recreation room, media level and pool.
* A spacious pool-level recreation room offers foosball and a pool table, a wet bar & fridge. The adjoining media room has a large screen surround sound TV, DVD & CD players, to be enjoyed from 4 recliners and several children's chairs.
* For your work/communications needs, a private office w/ computer, copier/fax/printer is provided. High speed internet is provided & wireless access is available.
* The gated oceanfront 14'x25' swimming pool and spa hot tub are easily accessible to a half bath and enclosed, outdoor hot/cold shower with dressing area.
* Oceanfront covered and open decks on three levels include rockers and porch furniture. Lounge chairs are provided poolside along with a gas grill, picnic table & a boardwalk leading to the sand & surf. The grounds are professionally landscaped & tended.
* An enclosed garage w/ remote door opener is conveniently located beside the door to the ground level elevator.
* Additionally, Crystal Palms welcomes the little ones by supplying a port-a-crib, a booster seat, stroller & baby gates and has a gated and covered poolside area that allows protected playtime while you swim or sunbathe.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central heat & Air
- Linens Provided : Luxury linens provided
- Elevator : Ground level elevator provides access to the main living area, recreation room, media level & pool.
- Washer : Washer & Dryer
- Dryer
- Garage : Enclosed garage with remote Door Opener located beside door to ground level elevator
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace : Gas log fireplace located in Living Area
- Beds
- King Bed : Oceanfront 3rd level Master Bedroom w/ en suite bath & direct deck access
- Queen Bed (3)
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV (8)
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Foosball
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : complete supply of pots/pans & cutlery
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : "This vacation, stay in, relax and allow Private Chef Shawn to create for you unforgettable food in the comfort of your beach home. Chef Shawn does the shopping, cooking and clean up so you can spend time with Family and Friends on your well deserved vacation. Perfect for Birthday Parties, Anniversaries, Reunions, or a intimate candlelight dinner for two..Call Chef Shawn direct at 252.422.3071 and visit his website at www.chefshawnpratt.com"
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Oceanfront
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- Telephone (3)
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 1 King,3 Queens, 1 Bunk w/Single up, Double down w/Single trundle, 1 Bunk w/Single up, Double down w/Single, 1 Sleeper Sofa, 2 Refrigerators, Separate Ice Maker, 8 Color TVs w/DVD & VCR, Surround Sound w/CD, Karaoke, Indoor/Outdoor Speakers, Gas Logs, Ceiling Fans, Water Softener, Garbage Disposal, Garbage & Recycling Pick-up Service, Ground floor elevator services 3 levels, Handicap friendly, Luxury Linen Service, Local Property Manager Available Private chef and menus available upon request.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21 years old
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Oct 2-Nov 19 / Nov 28-Dec 18,2011 / Nov 27-Dec 17, 2011....$2500/week
Holiday 2011 .. Nov 20-Nov 26, Dec 18, 2011-Jan 7, 2012... $3000/week
Jan 07-Mar 31,.............................................$1950/week
Apr 1-Apr 28,Sep 9-Nov 17, Nov 25-Dec 22,..................$2500/week
Apr 29-May 26, Aug 26-Sep 8 ...............................$3800/week
May 26-Jun 16, Aug 12-25...................................$7045/week
Jun 17-Aug 11 .............................................$7375/week
Holiday 2012 .. Nov 18-24, Dec 23-Jan 5, 2013 .............$3000/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Emerald Isle
We had vacationed at Emerald Isle for many years with family. It was our dream to live part time in the mts and at the coast. Crystal Palms stole our hearts and provided the space and comfort that we desired for a home at the coast.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We loved the property location and the ability to enjoy the pool and ocean at the same time as well as the openness of the house and being able to have a view of the ocean while spending time in the kitchen preparing our meals. We enjoy the ability to all eat together with the large dining table and additional dining seating in the same room. The house is a quiet respite from our busy lives and the bedrooms are situated to allow privacy and comfort for everyone. We particularly like the feeling of privacy and the home being located in a quiet neighborhood with little traffic and an uncrowded beach. The views are spectacular with both sunrise and sunset.
Property Photos
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- Gorgeous view of beach from board walk, only steps away from sand & surf - Oceanfront Vacation Home on Emerald Isle, NC, with Private Pool, Hot Tub, Elevator
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- Street view of exterior home and landscaping of Crystal Palms - Oceanfront Vacation Home on Emerald Isle, NC, with Private Pool, Hot Tub, Elevator
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- Oceanfront open Great Room and reading area w/ fireplace on main level - Oceanfront Vacation Home on Emerald Isle, NC, with Private Pool, Hot Tub, Elevator
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- Open dining and Living area w/ expansive oceanfront views, main level
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- Oceanfront main level dining table w/ seating for 20 in dining and kitchen area
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- Open Dining / Kitchen area as seen from Great Room on main level w/ ocean view
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- Oceanfront 3rd level Master Bedroom w/ ensuite bath, w/ direct deck access
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- Ocean front 3rd floor, Middle Queen bedroom w/ direct deck access
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- Oceanfront 3rd level Queen BR w/ en suite bath and direct deck access
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- 3rd level streetside children's room w/ bunk, single, double and trundle
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- Main level Streetside Queen BR (handicap friendly) w/ adjoining bath
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- Streetside main level children's room w/ bunk, 2 singles, 1 double
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- Lower pool level recreation room w/ wet bar (pool table, half bath, not shown)
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- Exterior view of Crystal Palms from boardwalk featuring pool, spa & h/c show
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- 3rd level view of Private Pool, boardwalk, spa, only steps from sand & surf
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- Breath taking view of beach from Crystal Palms 3rd level
Traveler Reviews (13)
Wonderful Owner, Wonderful Home
Guest: tim
(pittsburgh)
Date of Stay: 08/21/11
Review Submitted: 09/21/11
There's no question Crystal Palms is a great house; beautiful inside and out. You can't ask for anything more from a beach house. But equally impressive ( perhaps more so in this day and age) is how nice it was to deal with the owner when- literally- a challenge loomed on the horizon. Unfortunately, we had to leave our vacation early as Hurricane Irene rolled-in. The owner was very helpful with everything from our safety precautions to our plans for the future. It's rare these days to find someone who is both so pleasant and professional. Not too many people can make dealing with a hurricane relatively pain free! Bottomline, with Crystal Palms, you get both a fabulous home and a super owner experience.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Couldn't be any more perfect
Guest: VS
(CT)
Date of Stay: 08/30/11
Review Submitted: 09/19/11
I can't say enough good things about our entire experience. In summary: Location - This was our first time in the Outer Banks, and I have to say that Emerald Isle is a superb choice. It faces south, so you get sunset and sunrise. It is also a pretty quiet place. I really loved it. It was a perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. House - The house is immense. I know it says that there are four bedrooms, but there are actually two more rooms that I guess are technically not bedrooms as they don't have have closets, but had windows and beds. I think this is an important point to note. The house also has a very nice, large pool. When we walked on the beach, we noticed that most houses that we saw on the beach don't have pools. We were there with an infant, so we liked the option of the pool. The house has everything and I mean everything. I've stayed at places that say they have what you need, but yet they provide little more than some silverware, coffee maker and a couple of pots. This house provided appliances like blenders to crockpots to pretty much everything else. We had a private chef come one night to prepare a special dinner, and even he commented on how well stocked the kitchen was. Every room is immaculate, and the owner had thought of everything from books to board games. And the views...words could not do the views justice. I think every night we sat on the third floor deck and looked at all the stars (who knew there were so many??) and listened to the waves of the ocean. I can't wait to go back. Owner - The owner from the get-go was extremely responsive and accommodating. We booked our vacation during the week that Hurricane Irene hit, so I was convinced that we would not be able to actually go, but with good luck and an enormous effort on the part of the owner and the property manager to get the place in shape, we were able to still go down and enjoy ourselves. Before, during and after the storm, the owner was very communicative and hospitable. If the house and location were great, but the owner wasn’t wonderful to work with, I wouldn’t consider returning. Luckily, she is truly a gem. Run, don’t walk toward this gorgeous house!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A Delightful Spring Vacation
Guest: Bert
(Colonial Beach, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/03/11
Review Submitted: 08/18/11
Our three small families stayed at Crystal Palms the first full week in April this year (our 1st time to the Emerald Isle area). It turned out to be a delightful vacation, in large part because of this wonderful house. It was very large, but still felt very inviting and homey. The house is decorated beautifully, and was extremely clean (a very important issue to us). The beach and views were even better then advertised. Favorite places to visit included the NC Aquarium, party boat fishing on The Stacy IV, touring the Tryon Palace (not too far away), and walking along the beach in front of Crystal Palms. I hope this wonderful house stays just the way it is. Hopefully, someday we will be able to visit again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
What a special home!
Guest: Karen
(Cary, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/24/11
Review Submitted: 07/30/11
My extended family spent the past week at Crystal Palms - - what a wonderful home!! It was spacious, well equipped, and perfectly positioned on Emerald Isle .We had family there ages 6 - 70 and everyone was happy! We felt so lucky to spend a week here!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful home with fantastic amenities!
Guest: MC
(Cincinnati, OH)
Date of Stay: 06/26/10
Review Submitted: 07/06/10
Crystal Palms is a beautiful home that is thoughfully planned, maintained and decorated! First, the elevator is a nice treat when you're tired from that long drive! The bedrooms are well designed, spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is FULLY stocked and the cabinets are labelled for your convenience....never have to worry about where everything goes! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the separate Ice Maker in the kitchen....great for drinks or coolers! There is a refrig. in kitchen, separate ice maker in kitche and a refrig. in the Rec Room. Rec Room and Media Room are both wonderful for kids and adults alike.....well designed for a group. Pool and hot tub were wonderful. The layout of all the decks is fantastic. Right outside the RecRoom door is a small covered deck that is fully fenced with gates, beside the pool...no worries about your little guys running right out the door into the pool! The pool deck was large with nice lounge chairs, an a full outdoor shower. The walkway to beach ends in a nice large area with bench seats to stow your beach chairs, boogie boards, etc and only had 4 or 5 steps down to the beach. We have stayed in houses with 12 stairs, which is tough for some people. The view is just wonderful from everywhere! Both the Owner and Caretaker are very easy to work with, and very nice and considerate! Our group of vacationers is quite particular about our lodging and Crystal Palms surpassed our expectations! You will not be disappointed with a stay at Crystal Palms!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Vacation Home!
Guest: QRD
(Springfield, OH)
Date of Stay: 03/29/10
Review Submitted: 05/07/10
Crystal Palms exceeded our high expectations. The house is beautifully decorated and very nicely-equipped. The oceanfront setting offers terrific views from all three levels, and quick walk-out access to a pristine, uncrowded beach. Owner and friendly local maintenance man both went to great lengths to make sure we had everything we needed for an enjoyable vacation. I would highly recommend this property!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Maria Durbin
(Richmond Va.)
Date of Stay: 01/12/10
Review Submitted: 01/12/10
We have stayed at Crystal Palms 2 times and from the moment you walk in the door,the warmth and beauty of the home completely overtakes you. You truly feel like you are given a warm hug when you walk into the house. It has everything you could ever need on vacation along with beautiful decor and perfect amenities. The views of the ocean are so beautiful and you can see the ocean from almost every area in the house. We have stayed at beach houses for the past 20 years and I truly have never been so happy and comfortable as I am at Crystal Palms. From the moment we walked in Crystal Palms we fell in love and the owner has gone to great lengths to guarantee a perfect vacation. She made Crytal Palms a place that makes you feel as if you are family and when you walk in you are HOME.The Island is delightful, the people are so friendly. Emerald Isle is truly a magical place and I find it hard to put into words. We truly feel as if all of our troubles melt away as soon as you cross over the bridge.You then pull up to Crystal Palms and you are greeted with the warm hug and love that the house exudes. You will never find a vacation home as wonderful as Crystal Palms and I hope you all enjoy it as much and my family and I did. We all cried the day we had to leave and I cry every time I see the pictures because of all the magical moments it help to create in our lives.
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Guest: Ruthie Gould1
(Lynchburg, VA)
Date of Stay: 11/04/09
Review Submitted: 11/04/09
Our second trip to Crystal Palms was like coming home. The kids went running to "their" rooms, and settled right in and headed straight to the water. The comfortable feeling of home away from home was wonderful. Everything about Crystal Palms is welcoming, elegant, yet so comfortable. We've already set aside two weeks for our trip "home" next year! You won't be disappointed when you decide, as we have, to come home to Crystal Palms!
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Guest: Cecilia Davis
(Cary, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/28/09
Review Submitted: 08/28/09
We loved the house, the pool and the ocean! What a perfect setting for family and friends. We stayed the week of July 12 - 19th, 2009 and had a wonderful time. Jim is awesome!
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Guest: Karen Hoskinson
(Columbus, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 08/23/09
Review Submitted: 08/23/09
We just returned from a week on Emerald Isle at Crystal Palms. The perfect family gathering place for rest, relaxation, fun at the beach, and plenty to do if you wish to be busy. Crystal Palms is everything the website says and more! There is no need to worry if this is the right place for a family vacation - we'll definitely return. Thank you for a great week!
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