September 1-8 & 15-19 Still Open! Oceanfront on a Quiet Cul-De-Sac

• Wonderful week

  Wonderful week

  • Guest Kim J.
  • Date of stay 06/09/13
  • Review Submitted 06/17/13
  Just got home from a week at Islandia, and we had a wonderful time. The house was very clean, and I can't say enough about how well stocked the kitchen was. The owners put a lot of love and care into this house, and it shows. There were 12 of us staying there and we had more then enough room, never felt cramped or crowded. The crows nest was my kids favorite, and it gave a great space for the kids to play so the adults had some quiet area. The location was perfect. We were close enough to anything we needed, had a beautiful view of the beach, but had the whole area in front of the house to ourselves! Thanks for a great week, we miss it already!

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• Awesome, awesome, awesome!

  Awesome, awesome, awesome!

  • Guest Andrea
  • Date of stay 05/20/13
  • Review Submitted 05/30/13
  This was our fourth stay at Islandia. We come with a group of friends, and usually stay 4-5 days. Each time I've been there I've been so pleased by the comfort and practicality of the place, how clean it is, how well maintained, and how well things have been thought through. Now, this last time was a return after a four year gap. I expected to see that in the house. I was proven wrong. The place looks fresher, more updated, more comfortable and better maintained than ever. There isn't a chip, a crumb, a scratch anywhere. I dare you to find one. The kitchen is so well stocked I was able to make absolutely whatever I wanted without having to improvise for lack of equipment, utensils or containers. The view from the deck is painting-worthy, the light is amazing, the bedrooms are comfortable, the bathrooms impeccable. Things are labeled where anything might be confusing, there are no "I have no idea what that does, better not touch it". Overall, a 10/10 and I would recommend this property and these homeowners to anyone. Enjoy!

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Great beach house!

  Great beach house!

  • Guest Teresa L.
  • Date of stay 05/12/13
  • Review Submitted 05/22/13
  Our large family enjoyed a terrific vacation at Islandia West! The location is great, right on the beach, and we had plenty of room to enjoy our stay. We really liked the privacy at this place. The owners keep everything in good repair and are responsive to any problems that might arise. The deck is great for tanning, and there are plenty of outdoor chairs to use to soak up the sun or enjoy the lovely view. Highly recommended!

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• Fabulous getaway spot!

  Fabulous getaway spot!

  • Guest D&P
  • Date of stay 04/28/13
  • Review Submitted 05/13/13
  My wife and I rented this house with some friends for a week. The location couldn't be nicer. We were all impressed by how immaculately maintained and clean the place is. It is very bright and cheery inside and the beautiful beach is right off the deck. Everything about the house was at least as good as represented and typically better. It is amazingly spacious and we entertained guests while there. There's more than enough cookware and dishes to make your own meals if you wish but there's no shortage of restaurants either. We couldn't have been more pleased and would love to return. There is plenty of parking for cars and outside access directly from all the bedrooms. For dining out, we'd recommend Flipperz and especially Rucker Johns, which you can walk to. And don't miss the aquarium on Emerald Isle. The week flew by and was most enjoyable. We would not hesitate to recommend this place to anyone. D & P

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

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• Islandia East

  Islandia East

  • Guest R & D
  • Date of stay 03/31/13
  • Review Submitted 04/20/13
  This house is beautiful (truly impressive) and the location is GREAT! The kitchen is very well stocked with dishes, silverware, pots and pans, utensils, small appliances, casserole dishes, even plastic containers for food leftovers. The layout is excellent, with three bedrooms below the living area, and a bedroom on the same level as the kitchen/living area. This was especially helpful as my mom (who recently had knee surgery) did not have to navigate any steps (except when we were going somewhere). The loft above the living area was a great place for the kids to hang out! We really liked the fact that there were two tables in the living area. We used one to eat and the other for playing cards or building a puzzle (which were very nicely provided). There are games, movies and books also provided. The house is very clean and very well-maintained! Austin has a beautiful beach home that he truly cares about and evidenced by how well he takes care of it. He is kind and honest and a joy to work with! The house is exactly as it is described. You walk down the steps onto the beach, which is lovely. The house is close to Emerald Plantation, a small outdoor mall with a Food Lion, a restaurant, a pizza place and small shops with very nice gift items. This was my first time ever using VRBO and I feel truly blessed that I found Islandia East! I would recommend this house for many reasons. It is located in a quiet cul-de-sac not far from the bridge, close to shopping, restaurants, a grocery store and right on the beach. It has a great layout, with a bathroom for each bedroom. Blankets and extra pillows are provided, and each room is tastefully decorated. The kitchen is well-stocked with everything one would need. The washer and dryer in the "laundry room" are convenient and there are extra light bulbs, a ladder, baby gates, a fire extinguisher; Austin has taken care to ensure that if you need it, it's there. We had the pleasure of meeting him on the morning of our departure! I can honestly say that I was nervous at first, renting a house sight unseen (except for pictures on the internet), but I was truly impressed. Our stay was great, my family loved it, and I look forward to a time when we can all get together and stay at Islandia East again! Austin, thank you for everything; my family and I are most grateful. We had a wonderful time at your beautiful beach house and we truly appreciate the opportunity to enjoy this most magnificent home.

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

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• Perfect get-away

  Perfect get-away

  • Guest N F.
  • Date of stay 03/10/13
  • Review Submitted 04/09/13
  We thoroughly enjoyed are stay - you couldn't ask for a cleaner, well stocked home. Perfect location for local restaurants, food store, shops - all within walking distance. Walking the beach each day was delightful. Sitting each day on the deck enjoying our morning coffee - peaceful. Austin & Margaret were there to greet us and we knew immediately that we were going to be extremely comfortable in their home. Would highly recommend this for anyone needing a quiet get-away or family gathering.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

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• Will gladly return

  Will gladly return

  • Guest Jenny
  • Date of stay 12/29/12
  • Review Submitted 01/10/13
  BEAUTIFUL place - was beyond our expectations. Super clean. Great view of the ocean. Wonderful, cute town. We were very sad to leave!!

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

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• Islandia West

  Islandia West

  • Guest E&J
  • Date of stay 12/26/12
  • Review Submitted 12/31/12
  What a wonderful property! We stayed at Islandia over the post-Christmas break in 2012, and this was by far the best vacation house we've ever rented. It was meticulously clean, superbly well equipped, and perfectly located (walking distance to a nearby grocery store and mere steps from the beach). We'd highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a beautifully maintained beach getaway, and we definitely plan to return in the future.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, tourists without a car.

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• Emeral Isle beach front

  Emeral Isle beach front

  • Guest jackdad
  • Date of stay 11/14/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  This is a very spacious house. It was clean and comfortable. We have rented through VRBO numerous times, and this is the best equipped place we have stayed in. Everything is well organized. The owner really cares about his place and it shows. We had an issue with the internet connection and the owner responded immediately and had us up and working within 20 minutes. You can't beat walking out on the deck in the morning and watching the dolphins and sea birds go by while drinking your morning coffee. The Food Lion is in walking distance if you don't want to move the car. We were only able to stay a few days due to our schedule, but this house made the 10 hour drive worth it. If we get back down this way again, I want to stay here.

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

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• Fall Getaway

  Fall Getaway

  • Guest M&M
  • Date of stay 10/21/12
  • Review Submitted 10/29/12
  Great place for our Fall getaway. Our family enjoyed having bedrooms with their own baths. Dining area had lots of seating area. Kitchen well supplied with up to date appliances, dishes, utensils, and pans. The house was very clean and decorated nicely. Fishing was great and fish cleaning made easy having a fish cleaning area on first landing of steps off the beach. Shopping made easy having grocery store near by. Restaurants close by in Emerald Isle as well as nearby historic Swansboro where great. We got to witness tropical storm Sandy on top deck feeling very safe because of the large sanddune that protects the house. View was great and awesome! The owner was was very informative and helpful during this time making our vacation one of the best. I would recommend this rental to anyone.

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

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Weekly*: 9/1-9/14/13 $1700;9/15-11/2/13 $1085; 11/3-11/23/13 & 11/30-12/21/13 $895
11/24/13-11/30 & 12/22/13-12/28/13 $1150;12/29/13-1/4/14 $1055;1/5/14-3/15/14 $895
/wk,$1300/2wks,$1700/3wks,$1920/4wks;Weekly*:3/16-5/3/14 $1085;5/4-5/24/14 $1290;
5/25-6/7/14 $1610;6/8-8/16/14 $2950;8/17-8/30/14 $1980;8/31-9/13/14 $1750;
9/14-11/1 $1085;11/2-11/22/14 $895;11/23-11/29/14 $1210;11/30-12/20/14 $895 
Linens included in 1-wk rate;bring yours and save $120/wk. Cleaning incl in 1-wk+ 
Additional fee of $150 per dog for up to two dogs, with special permission only.
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