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The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach!

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Main floor living room with lower balcony access. (1)
Main floor dining area and living room. (1)
Main floor dining area and living room. (2)
Main floor fully functioning kitchen with dishwasher and other appliances. (1)
Main floor fully functioning kitchen with dishwasher and other appliances. (2)

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Woods Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

+2
2 Twin Beds and 4 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach!

Newly renovated 5 Bedroom, 3 bath, beach house located one block from the ocean in Duck Horn Estates. Approximately one mile to restaurants and shopping and one mile from Cape Carteret Bridge allowing easy access on and off the island during the busy summer months. Hop on the Convenient Bike Trail and ride all the way to the Point or cruise to the nearby shops and restaurants. The ground level has a large living room with sitting area and separate entertainment space with a foosball table and other games. This level has a full bathroom with walk in shower. The second level has a large living room, dining area and fully stocked kitchen. There are two decks on this level: one off the kitchen with a grill and the other deck is oceanside. Two bedrooms are located off of the living room. A Queen Bedroom opens up to a large oceanside deck. The second bedroom has two twin beds. This level shares a full bathroom. The top level has three Queen bedrooms, two of which have oceanside walk-out decks. Step out on the deck with a nice cup of coffee from our upstairs keurig machine without having to go downstairs (bring your own coffee - we don't supply due to guests having their own preferences to coffee or tea flavors/brands)! We provide 10 beach chairs, 6 boogie boards, 1 beach umbrella with a sand anchor. We also provide beach sand toys and a few beach games and a splash pool for infants. On your way back from the beach, you can rinse off the sand in our outside enclosed shower on the ground level and store your beach items in the storage unit. DuckHorn Estates is a quiet section of Emerald Isle one mile off the Cape carteret Bridge . Hop on the convenient bike trail to explore the Point or bike to nearby retsaurants and shopping. Also, its an short walk to restaurants and a park close by.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1555138

About the neighborhood

Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. Emerald Forest Golf and Star Hill Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Emerald Forest Golf - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 32 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach!?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach! on Apr 9, 2026 start from $408, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gathering Place - 1 Block from Beach! located?

Situated in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald Isle Woods Park. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Plantation are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property manager was a great communicator. The home was just as described. Clean, comfortable and in the perfect location for our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We had an amazing stay at The Gathering Place! The property was super clean, newly renovated and exactly what our family needed for the week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home, great location!

Just a block away from the beach, this property met our needs perfectly! Robin was an excellent host, and we loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice short walk to beach. Had so much fun on our long weekend stay!

Smooth easy process host was nice and replied in a timely fashion to any questions I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marla G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach trip

We totally loved our stay. Close to the beach and restaurants and grocery store. Also close to jogging/bike path. Beds were super comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good family vacation

Very satisfied as with last year
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family get away

Had a wonderful time. Would certainly come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

We had a wonderful visit to EI. The house was just as pictured - clean, well appointed, and good access to the beach and local shopping. We already booked for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great fun

The house was perfect for the 10 of us. Everyone loved being so close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

Stayed for a week and it was perfect. Lots of areas to hang out. Had 5 teens and the basement was a huge hit to retreat while the adults stayed upstairs. Only a 2 minute walk to beach and close distance to restaurants and grocery store. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Great location and beach access. Layout of the house is great, nice game room downstairs. Lots of porches, some covered. House was comfortable with good beds! We would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LESLIE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

We had a very nice time. The property worked really well for my family. There was plenty of room for everyone and the rec room was great. Thanks so much to the property owner for being very accessible and answering all of the questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This rental amazed myself and others as it felt like a private home. Very stocked with everything you need to cook with, serve with and so much more. I loved the beds and pillows. A very restful week waking with no pins at all. The adult kids loved using the boogie board available to us. If I get the chance to return I will see if this property is available first. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Emerald Isle Family Getaway

The cleanest VRBO we have ever stayed at. The property provided everything we would need at the beach. Kitchen was fully stocked to cool anything you wanted. Quick walk to the beach that my toddler could even do. Quiet and nice neighborhood. Short drive to all the attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Forever Friends

The Gathering Place was perfect for everyone in attendance. It was roomy, clean and everything was included in the package that we needed. The only complaint that we had was the beds were a little high and soft, but everyone managed just fine. Our stay was great! We would rent this property again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Really great

Keys are on coat hangers inside lower level door.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach vacation

Gorgeous property with ocean views from top bedrooms and balcony. Modern well-equipped kitchen. Great game room with lots of fun games. House had lots of cozy sofas and chairs for relaxing . Many rooms and balconies allowed for conversation or private spots to relax. We all loved it here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

megan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach house!

To begin with, the owner of the home is a pleasure to deal with. Incredibly responsive and helpful. We have a large friend group and we always struggle to find a home that we all love and this one checked all the boxes. We all loved it, it fit us perfectly, super short walk to the beach, and a well equipped kitchen. We haven’t said this about any other home we have stayed in, but we will certainly be booking the home again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay in Emerald Isle

The Gathering Place was an excellent place to stay for our group. The property has been renovated recently and is in a great location just a few minutes walk from the beach. All rooms were nicely appointed and there were clear instructions for check-in and check-out. The downstairs flex space was a great place to hang out and play several types of games. The kitchen was equipped with everything and there was a bag of dishwasher pods, laundry pods, and a few rolls of toilet paper as well. The grill was also a great feature of the property. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The McCall’s

Beautiful property, very clean, great location. Wished we could have sat outside when it rained but nothing fully covered. Middle floor was uncomfortable due to air conditioning temperature limits. Basement was very cool. Upper levels not so much. Otherwise, it was a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property great host

Amazing property, well equiped for the whole family, and our host was nothing but kind the whole time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Emerald Isle weekend

My husband and I went down for the weekend with a group of friends. The house was close proximity to the beach, which made walking super simple. The house was clean and ready for us. The Gathering Place was great for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bethany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Great vacation! Wonderful location just off the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very comfortable two week stay. No complaints whatsoever

The review title speaks for itself
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family home close to beach

Home is really well kept Owners responsive to requests Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

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