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Location: Emerald Isle, Central Coast, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (VERY IMPORTANT! PLEASE CLICK VIDEO LINK LEFT ABOVE PICTURE)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Let's begin with a verbal walk through. Entering on the ground level there is the laundry room and garage. Going up the first flight of stairs opens into the living room with a 18 foot ceiling and fireplace. On the this floor will be the master bedroom, kitchen and dining. Another half flight up is a half bath. Two bedrooms and full bath are on the top floor.
We had the honor of being featured in the May, 2007 issue of Money Magazine. It is another reminder that 'cream floats to the top'. We are, indeed, 'the cream of the crop'! I'll be happy to email you a copy of that article upon request. We're not very humble when it comes to talking about something as important as your beach vacation.
Before we begin to tell you about ourselves there is one important requirement. You must be interested in staying at least two weeks. Much as we hate to send you on your way to look else where that is a requirement by the Home Owners Association. Your first thought might be ‘why such a requirement?’ We thought the same thing at first, but now with a few years of ownership under our belt; we understand and have come to really appreciate the fact. This is Mayberry at the beach. The Cleavers live right down the block. If you don’t see at least one deer during your stay, we will give you your money back. This is a community in the fullest sense of the word. A full 50% have their permanent residency here. Another 25% are second homes. You are going to be a rare bird here as a renter. But don’t think for a moment you will be ostracized. Arms will be thrown wide open. Your kids will be riding bikes with the neighbor kids, fishing in the many ponds and, of course, playing on the beach and swimming in the community pool.
We have a very definite claim to fame. If you are a regular visitor to the Island, you will know our location at Emerald Isle well - the exclusive "Lands End", a gated-community with swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, club house, guard on duty, huge lots, immaculate landscaping, rolling hills, gently winding street, countless ponds running over with fish, lots of beach access, and as private a beach as one can have on a public beach. This subdivision is hands down the FINEST on the island. It is as close to heaven as you will get in this life. We tell people you are in such ‘tall cotton’ that you can’t see the ocean! (Joking aside, we do have a pretty fair view of the ocean.)
We are all very much aware of the financially challenging times in which we live. I use to think that no matter how bad times got people will still take their vacation. That is just not true this time around. Inquiries are down. The only thing I know to do is to make sure I have the lowest rental rates while still offering an excellent beach cottage. I have checked and rechecked my competition to make sure I have the lowest price. Now I need your help. It will not do any good to say ‘my budget is such and such, will you give me a 10 per cent discount or $100 off’. If you want a lower price, you must do your homework. Email me the lower price you find and the web link. I need to make sure we are comparing apples to apples. Expect to be rewarded for your efforts with a lower rate than the one you found. Comparable rental listings in Lands End are scarce because as I mentioned earlier home owners don’t rent and prefer to use their homes for vacationing or as full time residences. Let me suggest you start the process by doing a Google search for Emerald Isle Realty. Once on their web page go to properties listed at Lands End. Do another Google to Bluewater GMAC. Try there as well. I haven’t had much success. Maybe HomeAway or VRBO as a dot com. Let me know what you find.
I'm often asked how far we are from the beach and or the pool. See for yourself. Do a Mapquest using the following address: 106 Seabreeze Ct, Emerald Isle, NC. Click on the Aerial Image. You will see the pool to the lower left on the map. See the beach? Note the scale indicating the distances. Look at all the ponds and green areas. Too bad the rolling hills don’t show up better. They add such character to the area.
Here are a few ways we save you money. You pay less "hotel" tax than through the big companies, and we charge less for our cleaning/linen/bed making services. Dealing directly with a homeowner cuts out a middle man and generally we take more of personal interest in your satisfaction since we have only three homes in Emerald Isle to look after.
Like most owners/property managers we dish out our share of BS. You can certainly understand that we want to put our best foot forward. Want to really know the truth? Ask to see the names and phone numbers of all those who have rented this past year. YOU pick one or two at random, call and have a little conversation. Your vacation is not something you should take lightly at least in the planning stages. Don’t leave stones unturned. We have lots of references who will attest to how fantastic our newly renovated home proved to be.
If you are new to Emerald Isle, please click on the links below. They will provide you with more information about the area. I'll also be emailing you additional information. Please take special note of the sixteen pictures on the web site. That is the limit allowed by VRBO. But their limit is not my limit; I have more to email you upon request. You know what they say, ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’. It is VERY IMPORTANT to click on the video link (upper left side above picture). That helps to tie in the still photos. To ask questions, get more information and request pictures just fill out the adjacent form. Please check our calendar and rates before getting in touch. Both are current and up to date.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Covered Parking: One space is under cover.
- Off Street Parking: Two-three spaces including covered space.
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed: Master bedroom with adjoining bath
- Queen Bed: 2nd bedroom with shared bath and extra powder room.
- Double Bed (2) : 3rd bedroom with shared bath and extra powder room.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4)
- DVD (4)
- VCR (2)
- Video Library: VHS and DVD's
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Shared Pool: Community pool on ocean front at end of our street-5 minute walk.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Kitchen updated Summer 06 and freshly painted Spring 07. Completely stocked for all meals including both plastic and ceramic plates and glasses.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: Purchased Summer 06.
- Dishwasher: Purchased Summer 06.
- Microwave: Purchased Summer 06.
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Rockers and lounge chair. Master bedroom has sliding glass access to deck.
- Balcony (2) : Balconies adjoin Bedrooms 2 and 3 with good views of the ocean.
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone (2)
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Two beach bikes, cart for taking items to the beach, umbrellas, chairs. On ground level (under house) there is a screened porch and a pretty garden. The Lands End Community also has 2 separate (two court each) lighted tennis courts. There are ponds where fishing is allowed. Access to the development is easy (turn immediately after going across the Emerald Isle bridge) so long check-in delays are not a problem.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: There is a $100 fee per pet with a two pet maximum.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Never under 21 without FULL TIME presence of responsible adult. Other exceptions on a case by case basis.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
TWO WEEK MINIMUM ALL RENTALS (mandatated by Homeowners Association of Lands End)
Sept-Oct $2500, Nov-Dec, $2000, Jan-Mar $1500, Apr $2000, May $2500
June 1-15 and Aug 15-31 $3000, June 15-Aug 15 $4000
Discounts for long-term rentals.
Refundable Security/Key deposit $300.
Cleaning, linen/towels $150.
$100 Holiday Surcharge and/or Pet Fee. NC Sales Tax 7.75%
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Property Photos
- Front of Home - Vacation Rental at Emerald Isle with Ocean View
- Kitchen and Dining Area - Vacation Rental at Emerald Isle with Ocean View
- Kitchen - Vacation Rental at Emerald Isle with Ocean View
- Dining Area
- Living Room and Deck
- Living Room from Second Floor Balcony
- Living Room
- Master Bedroom
- Master Bedroom and Bath
- Queen Bedroom
- Two Doubles Bedroom
- View from Second Floor
- Lands End Community Entrance and Security House
- Lighted Tennis Courts
- Community Center and Outdoor Pool
- One of Lands End Water Areas
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