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Highlights
Top rated beach location
Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
Private garden
A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Steps from the shore
Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Emerald Isle Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Explore the area
Emerald Isle, NC
Emerald Isle Beach
Place, Emerald Isle Beach
‪9 min walk‬
Flatwaters Paddling
Place, Flatwaters Paddling
‪18 min walk‬
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
‪13 min drive‬
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
‪64 min drive‬
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beach Retreat -Almost Oceanfront, 2nd Row, Great Ocean Views, One Minute Access
Welcome to Beach Retreat West. This 2nd row duplex has it all. Enjoy great ocean and sound views without the oceanfront rental prices. This home is in excellent condition, with over 2000 sq. feet of living space. View the ocean or sound from every single room in the house. Walk out onto the decks, and the ocean views will take your breath away. I promise, once you have been here for a week, or two, you will never want to leave.
You will wake up in the mornings, walk out onto the decks, and gaze out over the beautiful Crystal Coast. Take a deep breath and you will smell Emerald Isle's salty air. This home has four bedroom, with queen beds (all with deck/balcony access), a kids' loft/entertainment area (four twin beds), with TV/VCR/DVD. There is also a large collection of books, movies, games, puzzles, and a stereo system all there for your enjoyment.
Cook all your favorite foods in the fully stocked kitchen, while you look out the window at the ocean. Dine in and entertain in the large, open living/ dining room. Watch TV on the flat screen TV, while relaxing on the couch.
Step out on the deck the take in the gorgeous views of the beach from both directions. If you watch carefully, you may even catch a glimpse of dolphin swimming by. If the sun gets too hot for you on top, stroll downstairs, where you can enjoy a covered deck that provides lots of shade.
One of my favorite amenities with this home is the beach access. There is newly updated walkway directly across the street that leads you straight to the beach. This is extremely important if you are like me, with five kids and it seems like you bring everything but the kitchen sink with you. We always have so much to carry back and forth, that having the convenience of the beach access is priceless.
Finally, after a fun-filled day on the beach, put the kids to bed and walk back out onto the deck. Sit back and look at the moon as it shines over the ocean. This view will just put an exclamation point on your day. Get a good night sleep and get ready to do it all over again tomorrow.
I hope after reading this, you are excited about vacationing with us. We look forward to making our 'Little Piece of Paradise', paradise for you and your family too. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, comments or concerns that you might have.
If you are vacationing with multiple families, please see dates and availabilities for Beach Retreat East, listing #353518. Rent both sides and vacation together.
Thank you for visiting our page. Hope to see you at the beach soon, with a drink in your hand and your toes in the sand!
Check - in time: 4:00 pm Check - out time: 10:00 am
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Emerald Isle
Located in Emerald Isle, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
‪Frank's - ‬25 min drive
‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬9 min drive
‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬25 min drive
‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪Anchor Drafthouse - ‬7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beach Retreat West - Reduced June 27 - July 4 only! 325 per night. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beach Retreat -Almost Oceanfront, 2nd Row, Great Ocean Views, One Minute Access?
As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach Retreat -Almost Oceanfront, 2nd Row, Great Ocean Views, One Minute Access on Jun 27, 2026 start from $422, 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 Beach Retreat West - Reduced June 27 - July 4 only! 325 per night.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach Retreat West - Reduced June 27 - July 4 only! 325 per night.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach Retreat West - Reduced June 27 - July 4 only! 325 per night. located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Emerald Isle Beach and Flatwaters Paddling. 3rd Street Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
The house was perfect and had everything we needed for our stay. It was so close to the beach with easy access. Robin was very responsive to all questions and check in/out was a breeze. There is also a Dollar General really close by for anything extra we needed.
This rental was fantastic for our annual family vacation!! Perfect location and plenty of room for our group of 8 adults and 1 toddler.
ADAM G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed our home during your time in Emerald Isle. We hope you will be able to come visit us again in the future. Have a great summer.
Loved our stay! The house was absolutely perfect and the proximity to the beach a total dream. Will 100% be booking in the future for more family gatherings!
Frankie P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back anytime.
This was the perfect place for our family to stay near the Wedding venue and call home in between wedding events!
Anita R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 26, 2024
Thank you for being amazing renters. You are welcome back any time!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle B.
Sep 30, 2018
Great place to get away to the beach!
This is a great place to get away to the beach! The house is well-kept and so close to the beach. The owner is very nice and great with communication. We would definitely stay here again.
Danielle B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2020
Aw, thank you so much for you nice comments about our home. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay. I hope you do decide to come back and visit with us again. It was a pleasure having you!
This duplex was awesome! We had so much space (bigger than it looks online), extremely clean and comfortable! It was across the street from the beach access and yet you could still see & hear the ocean and it wasn’t crowded! The owner was extremely fast at replying to my silly questions and the only issue is we had to leave! We will definitely be renting this in the future!
Liz S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2025
Aw, we are so happy that you enjoy your week. Please come back and stay with us again. 😎
A great comfortable place for large groups of people
We enjoyed our Memorial Day weekend at this place . We all liked that and we enjoyed every bit of it. I will highly recommend that place.
Faisal A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 11, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words about our home. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Please come back and visit us again soon.
Have a great summer!
The property of the house was clean as well as the house itself. Size was great for the family with everything needed and included. Great location too. Great communication with owners.
Jose Z.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time in our home. We hope you will come back and visit again. Have a great summer! 😎
This was our first time renting a beach house and it couldn’t have been any easier. Plenty of room for all the members of our car club. Location and view was excellent.
Thomas B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2020
Thank you so much for your comments about our home. We want every renter who comes into our home to fee "at home" when they are there. We want your vacation to be relaxing and enjoyable. So glad that your time in Beach Retreat West was just that. We hope you will come back and visit us again.
About the host
Hosted by Robin Johnson
I have been vacationing at Emerald Isle for over 30 years. My family always looked forward to our summer vacations. We knew that every year would be memorable. Now that I am grown up, married and have a family of my own, the tradition of vacationing in Emerald Isle continues. My children love to come to the beach. They have a great time. We all do! When we are not at the beach, we reside in the foothills of North Carolina. We have five beautiful children, who keep us very busy with school and sports. It has always been a dream of ours to have our own place at the beach. This past spring (2011), our dream came true. We are very excited about sharing our home away from home with you!
Why they chose this property
Emerald Isle has the most beautiful beaches anywhere. You can enjoy yourself on the beach without all the crowds. Take a short drive to nearby areas, where you can shop, dine, and take in the local scenery. Don't forget to visit the NC Aquarium. This is a fantastic place to bring the family and to learn all about the different regions in NC and the animals that inhabit them.
What makes this property unique
We love to hang out on the deck, drink our morning coffee, and watch the waves crash onto the beach. We spend our days on the beach, enjoying the sand, sun, and water. My kids love to take turns burying each other in the sand and surf fishing with Dad! We love to take long walks down the beach, watching the seagulls flying overhead, while the water washes up over our feet. At night, the kids go back down to the beach where they like to go 'crab hunting'. I always told my husband that this was my paradise and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. I hope you feel the same once you experienced Emerald Isle.
Languages:
English
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