Vacation Rentals by Owner

Great fall stay for couple and family pets

Guest: bev and mike (durham nc)
Date of Stay: 02/09/12 Review Submitted: 03/02/12

We had a wonderful stay, the location on the island is perfect, the beach is beautiful, the place is wonderful. Beds are very comfy, fireplace is a nice, plenty of games, reading material, cooking stuff....and the master-bath is very nice! We would highly recommend this rental.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Perfect

Guest: True Blue Tar Heel Fans (Chapel Hill, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 11/17/11

Can not say enough about this duplex, location or the homeowner. The entire experience was fantastic. Would rent again without hesitation.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Delightful stay and relaxing, high class setting

Guest: ghlatta3 (Visalia, California)
Date of Stay: 09/27/11 Review Submitted: 10/11/11

My wife and I stayed for 3 days in the No Wake Zone condo and found the site and accommodations to be excellent. Lots of room, perfectly furnished, and the area was very relaxing for our anniversary. I would highly recommend this rental for both small groups as well as families, and we will definitely stay again when we are in the area!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Place!

Guest: Jason E (Ohio)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11 Review Submitted: 08/16/11

What a great vacation spot! The home is extremely well furnished. The open format kitchen, great room is ideal with most everything you could hope for to cook quickly or elaborately. Having a spare fridge in the garage and your own laundry on the bottom level was perfect. There are 2 decks, off great room and below off master BR, and a hot water-equipped outside shower to get the sand off. The hose at the end of the deck is also great for getting sand off hands/feet before heading up to the house. Jackie has provided almost anything you would expect. Internet is fast, TV is current technology with HDMI input. Each of the three TV's has DVD and VCR combo unit. The vacation area is also admirable with great local shopping/dining less than a mile away. The local Food Lion grocery is open 24 hours in the summer and you can see the CVS pharmacy from the back of the house. Great off site activities too, putt-putt, waterpark, go-carts, bowling. Truly an exceptional place to have a vacation. Thanks Jackie for creating such a great opportunity to relax and enjoy!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Sue from Virginia

Guest: sue (ashburn, VA)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

Wow...beautiful home, very clean upon arrival, fully stocked kitchen, great location! Owner was great to work with...quick to respond and very friendly. Very close to everything...shopping, putt putt golf, movies, rentals but, most importantly, steps from the beach! I would highly recommend staying here and will plan a return visit soon!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

GREAT VACATION PLACE. LOVED IT!!

Guest: Liliane M. (Rochester, NY)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 07/25/11

Our stay at this beautiful home was perfect. Enjoyed by the entire family. Never get bored. This is a great family place if you like fun in sun, beach and ocean. Great fishing, surfing, sandcastle building. Just pure relaxation. Had a great week, hoping to do again in 2012.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners.

Pam from Michigan

Guest: Pam (Michigan)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 07/22/11

If you're looking to spend time on the beach, this house is a perfect get-away! It is beautifully decorated, clean, and equipped with everything you need for a beach vacation. Many small touches made this place feel like home. It was about 1/2 mile away from a grocery store, hardware store, movie theater, restaurants, mini golf, and many small shops. A bike trail through town was a good way to get from the beach to any of these attractions. We came, though, for the beach, and we were not disappointed. Our two young grandsons played endlessly in the sand and water, and the adults rode the waves on their boogie boards. Everyone came away saying that this was the "best vacation ever." Jackie was so easy to work with. She promptly answered any and all questions we had about the property so we had no surprises when we arrived (except that the house was even better than we expected!).

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

No Wake Zone East - Hated to Leave!

Guest: J.P. (Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/23/11 Review Submitted: 05/11/11

My wife and I just finished out 11th annual visit to No Wake Zone East and this rental property continues to improve year after year (see my wife, C.R.R.'s review from last May). The property is freshly repainted inside and out. The bamboo flooring still looks as new as when we first saw it last year and the owner continues to upgrade the interior decor. Nearby favorite restaurants are still there and new ones are present every year that are well worth exploring. The city has finished adding about 4 miles of walking and biking trail along the main route and if you have bikes, I'd encourage everyone to bring them. Finally the best part is the beach. It's open, close at hand and whether you choose to enjoy the expansive view from the home's main deck or spend time on the beach (a short walk across the access off the 2nd floor) you will have a wonderful 24/7 beach experience. My advice - this is a very reasonably priced rental with first class amenities and unbeatable beach access.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Spring Fling

Guest: Teufel Hunden (Manassas, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/15/11 Review Submitted: 05/11/11

Absolutely loved the house and location. House was beautifully decorated (loved the fish). The location was perfect, sitting right on the beach with easy access through a private walkway. House was exactly as described, with amenities too numerous to mention. Two marvelous decks offering panoramic views of the ocean and beach. We had thunderstorms late on Saturday night. It was absolutely beautiful to watch the lightning streak across the sky over the surging ocean waves. Gorgeous! Jackie was most helpful throughout the rental process answering numerous questions, while offering recommendations for dinner and other activities on the island. We look forward to a return visit in the very near future.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway.

Perfect quiet getaway!

Guest: Sandy (Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11 Review Submitted: 09/05/11

I needed somewhere to go and decompress from the "real" world and found the perfect place in No Wake Zone! The master bedroom is so peaceful, the main living area is open and the view of the beach is ideal. The house has its own walkway directly to the ocean, spacious decks with rocking and lounge chairs and the view is just what the doctor ordered. You will find everything you need - kitchen is loaded with all necessities, there are games, books and a beautiful fireplace that was just what I needed to take the chill off in the evenings after sitting out on the deck. The bedrooms are spacious as are the bathrooms...and you have full laundry in the basement too. I also really liked having a garage to pull the car into and keep it cool out of the sun. I went solo for some serious R&R, but the house is big enough to hold a family, group of friends or couples. The owner is wonderful to work with and made the entire rental process smooth and easy. I hope you can make it to this beautiful sanctuary and have as wonderful a time as I did!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Beautiful rental

Guest: Jan (Tx)
Date of Stay: 02/04/11 Review Submitted: 03/08/11

We stayed at No Wake Zone East early February 2011. It was chilly outside, but difficult to mind the weather, since the beach outside the rental is gorgeous. Additionally, when it rained during our stay, we lit the fireplace, and watched movies (in the unit) on the great flat screen. This rental was beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. Supplies were plentiful in the kitchen should you be inclined to cook. The master tub was large and easily fit two. Master bed was very comfortable. The owner was very easy to work with and responded very quickly to emails. We loved this rental and highly recommend it.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Fabulous Retreat for Thanksgiving Holiday

Guest: Reginia (Atlanta, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 11/24/10 Review Submitted: 11/29/10

Our stay at the beach home was exactly as describted. The listing did not begin to adequately describe the ammenaties. The property was very clean and well maintained. The owner was willing to answer all questions and address all concerns, even after we arrived back home. I would highly recommend this home to my friends and family We did not get a chance to enjoy the nearby activies because there was so much to enjoy at the beach home. With that in mind we are scheuduling another visit to check out the ammenaties next time.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

R.A.C. NJ

Guest: Roe (Cinnaminson, NJ)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10 Review Submitted: 09/12/10

We stayed at this house in August, loved the house, and loved that it was right on the beach. Everything you needed was there. The two decks were awesome to just sit out there and watch the ocean. Was disappointed we couldn't bring our dog this time of the year but there were lots of dogs on the beach and I loved watching them.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

loves the beach

Guest: loves2read (Stafford VA USA)
Date of Stay: 06/28/10 Review Submitted: 08/16/10

My husband and 3 kids ( 2 teenage and 1 young adult) had a spectacular time. We are from the west coast, had not yet been to the Carolina coast. Wow! The pictures and description of the condo only begin to describe what we found. Truly wonderful. And the helpful suggestions re:places to eat, and beach equipment from Jackie were much appreciated. The location was private, and yet close enough to shopping when needed. Plenty to see and explore, or if you prefer (like my husband) grab a good book and park yourself in the sand and occassionaly take a dip in the water. Very relaxing vacation, and wonderful family time. A perfect anitdote to busy school and work schedules! We are ready to book our slot for next year.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

No Wake Zone East Vacation May 2010

Guest: Chillin on the beach (Sidney Oh)
Date of Stay: 05/01/10 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

My husbands family and I (5 couples) stayed at this home in May 2010. We drove from Ohio (13 hours) and was not disappointed. The listings descriptions was accurate as were the photos. Upon arrival, the ground floor has a bedroom and laurdry area. Up the stairs to the second floor, you will find a master suite with its own bathroom and deck along with 2 nicely decorated and comfortable bedrooms and another full bath. Up the stairs to the third floor and WOW... you are welcomed by the wonderful view of the ocean. Another full bath and bedroom can be found on this floor. The living area, kitchen and dining are all over and great for a crowd. The owner Jackie was great to work with. She was kind, and answered any and every question I had, and believe me, I had my share. I would absolutely recommend this home to anyone looking to get away and relax. There are activites close if you choose, but what else do you need than the beach? This was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable vacations we have ever had. I would highly recommend Emerald Isle, and to stay at No Wake Zone East!!!

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

5-STAR GETAWAY!

Guest: C. R. R. (Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/17/10 Review Submitted: 04/24/10

Wonderful beachfront home with all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel and all the comforts of home. We had rented other homes in Emerald Isle before, but once we discovered this jewel we have been returning annually for 10 years. The beautiful decor, fully equipped kitchen, perfect beachfront locale, and loving owner-touches make No Wake Zone East a perfect vacation getaway. Every year, the owner surprises guests with something new---additions to the entertainment library, whimsical decor items, and this year gorgeous wood bamboo flooring on the main living area. The location of this property in Emerald Isle is ideal; one can easily walk to many activities (mini golf!), as well as to the CVS drugstore and restaurants (Flipperz). And, the Emerald Plantation with large grocery store, great restaurant (Rucker John's), ice cream parlor (Andy's) and lots of fun shopping are a mile and-a half away. There are also many nearby restaurants that feature excellent dining that rival anything Washington DC or other major cities have to offer (Ice House, Kathryn's Riverside Inn, etc.).We are world-wide travelers, but No Wake Zone is a special place and we will be returning for many years to come.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Place

Guest: DrJulie (Beaufort, SC)
Date of Stay: 02/28/10 Review Submitted: 04/25/10

I love to visit Jackie's place in the off season. It's great in the summer too, but the off season is really best. I am a children's book writer and I can sit on the deck and write. I love the master bedroom and being able to bring my dog. The price is fair and I have recommended it to several of my friends as a good pace for a retreat or family reunion because of the space. My only recommendation is a toaster in addition to the toaster oven. I loe the new floors and the new patio furniture.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

AWESOME!

Guest: PSW (Beaufort, SC)
Date of Stay: 01/16/10 Review Submitted: 04/18/10

This home is fantastic in every aspect. We all felt like we were staying at a 5 star hotel. Jackie has furnished and equiped her home to the max! Once you walk in, you feel like it is a home. She has thought of every little detail and needs her guests might have and has met them all. I couldn't believe how well the house was equipped. To top it off, we had the pleasure of meeting Jackie. No wonder her home is full of warmth - a true reflection of her. This is one home that is a must for vacationers - a true jewel. Once you stay there, you'll understand why. Thanks Jackie for sharing your home.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Cindy Young (Morrisville, NC)
Date of Stay: 12/28/09 Review Submitted: 12/28/09

Jackie - Christmas was perfect at the beach!!! Santa found us with no problems! You have a wonderful home and thanks for letting us stay. Everything was great. It was clean and spacious and had everything we needed. We had a very relaxing time and enjoyed walks on the beach and sitting on the deck listening to the ocean. We did not want to leave. We hope to come back next year. Thank you for everything -- it was great!

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Guest: Kelly T (Kernersville, NC)
Date of Stay: 11/30/09 Review Submitted: 11/30/09

I wanted to let you know how very much we enjoyed your home over the Thanksgiving holiday. I don't believe we could have ordered better weather. Thursday the temperature was around 75 degrees. My nephew stayed on the beach and in the water...yes, in the water, for the better part of the day. Your home is beautiful! You have made sure that all the items needed are available. Each room is uniquely decorated and even has a hamper for dirty laundry! You thought of everything. The kitchen was the most equipped in a rental property I have ever seen. The location of the home was perfect too! The annual Emerald Isle Christmas parade started right on Mangrove street and they lined up Ocean View Drive so we were able to see the entire parade on Saturday from the driveway, what a treat! Thank you again for sharing your home with us and we hope we are able to visit it again soon. I hope you and your family have a wonderful and safe holiday.

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Guest: Shelly15 (Cape Carteret, NC)
Date of Stay: 11/25/09 Review Submitted: 11/25/09

No Wake Zone is a fabulous beach rental property. My family visits about 3 times a year and rents a beach front home. This rental is one of the best, possible thee best! The rooms are uniquely decorated, the kitchen is fully stocked, and the VIEW is amazing. We would definitely enjoy staying there again!

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Guest: Mark H.2 (Evansville, IN)
Date of Stay: 11/04/09 Review Submitted: 11/04/09

My family and I stayed at this home four days in October to attend a beach wedding. Fortunately for us the weather was very nice and the water was still warm. The house was everything we could have asked for and more. Lots of room(s), clean and the views on the beach are terrific. I would highly recommend this house to stay for anyone. If we make it down this way again we would stay again. It is a pleasure to do business with this owner.

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