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Simple Blessings - Soundfront cottage with dock and boatlift - ask for discount

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A wooden deck with a view of the ocean, a table, and two chairs with patterned cushions.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with a built-in range hood, a microwave, and a window with a view of the sky.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a door, and a balcony with a chair.
A coastal property with a large white house, a dock, and a marina.
A staircase leading to a kitchen with wooden flooring and white walls.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Emerald Isle Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Flatwaters Paddling
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this cottage is on the waterfront. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Beach Wheels Bike Rental and Emerald Plantation. Flatwaters Paddling 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
  • Flatwaters Paddling - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 43 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 55 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 40 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costal Haze - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spot - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple Blessings - Soundfront cottage with dock and boatlift - ask for discount pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Simple Blessings - Soundfront cottage with dock and boatlift - ask for discount?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Simple Blessings - Soundfront cottage with dock and boatlift - ask for discount?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Simple Blessings - Soundfront cottage with dock and boatlift - ask for discount located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Flatwaters Paddling. 3rd Street Park is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the stay. Max was great
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation. Location can't be beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 28, 2025
Thank you. Know that you are always welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great long weekend at Simple Pleasures Guest Cottage in Emerald Isle.The cottage has a cozy, comfortable feel - it's clean and stocked with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Beach access is a short, easy walk and the location is incredibly convenient to everything the island has to offer. We enjoyed gorgeous sound views and sunsets from the covered porches on both levels. The host is amazing to work with - clear, transparent, and a joy throughout the process. We would absolutely stay here again and look forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 18, 2026
Wow! Thank you so much for your kind words. As discussed, you are always welcome back. I can't wait to host you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice proximity to pretty views

We enjoyed the view of the sound and the very short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2024
Thanks for coming to stay with us Stephanie. We would love to welcome you back. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked with Max and it was such an easy process. This place was perfect for our first visit with our dog. We especially liked all the water activities available to us on the sound side! Very quick walk to the beach and a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are happy to welcome you back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fantastic location for sound & beach access

A great place to rest & relax - right on the sound, and the beach was only a block away. Host was super responsive & helpful!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2024
Sharon, thanks for your kind words. Come back when you will.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

We had a great time spending the week here wading in the sound and fishing from the pier!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

beautiful view of the sound

such a great place to relax and enjoy nature
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Thanks Brian. We can't wait to welcome you back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location and beautiful view

If not for Hurricane Debby, we would have had a near perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Perfect location and the sunsets were breathtaking. The owner was also super helpful and accommodating. I would highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Thanks so much Ashley. Glad you had a nice visit. Come back when you can.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This vacation house was perfect for my pup Kelly it was nice to be able to just let her out to do her mess and it was clean. The host Max is awesome starting with easy access and the ice cream treat we received. The house was spotless and we really enjoyed the dock the views and the short walk to the beach! Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 18, 2025
Thanks for your kind words. Hope we will have occasion to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We loved the location, plus we were a few minutes from restaurants & grocery stores. The host was wonderful and was very helpful when we needed to contact him. We will definitely come back to this property later in the year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Thank you so much. We loved having you, and we can't wait to welcome you back.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the worst stay I’ve had. Neighbors complained bc we had kids so if you have kids and dogs don’t stay here even though it says pet friendly it’s not.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2026
Hosting countless guests leads to perceptions of behavior prior to check-in. I wish I had listed to my perceptions. Simply put the guest was a bad actor. The guest allowed her children to cause multiple disturbances by repeatedly removing the hot tub cover from the neighboring property, by repeatedly trying to access the neighboring property's lockbox, and by repeatedly allowing her children to roam in a raucous and excessively noisy pattern. This lack of parental care extended to her pet which was left outside to bark in continuum and without attention. In addition, the guest willingly introduced pets not included in the rental agreement onto the property. Lastly, the guest did not clean after her pet. I will not rent to this guest again and suggest that you exercise caution before renting to her.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Perfect for our family of four, and Max could not have been a better communicator! Dog bowls made me wish we had taken one of our dogs ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2024
Elizabeth, thank you for your kind words. Come back when you will - with or without your furry friend(s) you and your family will be welcome. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Getaway

Very nice property with an open concept kitchen. We loved our time on the downstairs deck enjoying the water view and breeze, which was very relaxing. The property has a nice pier for fishing or boating. Max was a great host. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Thanks Ron. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved staying on the sound

We really loved staying on the sound. This is a duplex, but we had really nice neighbors! It was great having access to a pier to fish and play in the water. The host was really nice and responded to all of our questions quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Thanks for your kind words Sierra Glad you had an enjoyable stay.. Come back and visit when you will. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place to stay with our family and two Boston Terriers! You can’t beat the location! Our daily routine was walking to the beach for a swim and returning to the house for a float in the sound in the afternoon. The sound is so relaxing. Don’t forget your water shoes for getting in and out, but the bottom once you’re in is mostly sandy not muddy or grassy, it is also pretty shallow, which made it easy for our dogs to enjoy with us. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking and a fish fry that our family really enjoyed! Cap n’ Willis seafood has excellent fresh catch just up the road. In the evenings you can catch beautiful sunsets on the back deck, dock or floating in the sound. The beds are comfortable giving you a restful night sleep for more fun the next day. Max the host is awesome! He is very responsive and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and sad to leave. We will be back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 8, 2026
Thanks so much for your kind words. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

This was an amazing property with spectacular views. Peace and quiet -exactly what we needed. The owner is extremely helpful, communicative and really resourceful. We will definitely come back again and highly recommend it. It’s the best of the sound and the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 10, 2023
Thanks so much for your kind words Renee. We can't wait to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best of both worlds

View of the sound was just perfect. So peaceful just sitting on the decks looking over the water. Best part was the beach was just across the street. We could experience both each day. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 24, 2024
I'm so happy you enjoyed it Amy. Please come back when you will.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

We had a great time at "Simple Blessings". The house was clean and in a great central location. So many close options for dining and exploring the small towns in the area. The private dock was great for fishing or just hanging out and there were plenty of kayaks at the house for our use. The beach was a short walk across the street. The owner was great, and gave us alot of suggestions for dining and other things to do. We would definitely say here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 21, 2025
Michael, thank you for your kind words. We will always welcome you back. Come when you can.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

We had a fabulous time at Max's beautiful property It was clean, well stocked and had the most spectacular views This was a special trip due to it being my 5 month old grandson’s first family vacation so i wanted comfort and we had that and more see you again soon max
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2025
Natalie, thanks for your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

We had a peaceful time at the house. It's nice to have access to the sound and kayaks. It's an easy walk to the beach. Max made everything easy by sending detailed information and communicating throughout the weekend as needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 31, 2023
Thanks so much for the kind words Amy. I am glad you associate "peaceful" with your experience and our house. Please come back when you will. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice time

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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Thanks Amy. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back when you will. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sound Side Getaway

We love vacationing in the Emerald Isle area and decided to stay on the sound side this year . We found that Simple Blessings is the perfect place to stay! The house is well kept and the location is fantastic with the private dock to use and being next to the public dock and across the street from the public beach access ! Great communication with our host Max! Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 29, 2023
Frances and Robert, thanks so much for your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

Comfortable open floor plan beach home that was located within feet of the sound and super close to the ocean! Well stocked kitchen with convenient pantry storage. Lots of natural light with great sound views. Easy walk to the beach or you could load up and pay to park at the public beach access. The host was very responsive and provided great information! Look forward to booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2024
Michelle, thanks for your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back. Max
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