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Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex

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A wooden deck with white Adirondack chairs facing a beach.
A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a chair, and a ceiling fan.
A golf course with sand bunkers and trees.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There are decorative fish on the wall and a door with a window.
A two-story building with a covered entrance and a staircase leading up to it.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Emerald Isle Beach
8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Flatwaters Paddling
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

8 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex

We are pleased to host you in our cozy oceanfront home, Sea Star. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a fun gathering place for the family, or an exciting fishing destination, Sea Star is the place to be! This lovely sea cottage features two separate sides, separated by an open-air breezeway, so your large family can vacation together, but still have moments of privacy.

Each side sleeps 9 guests in 4 spacious bedrooms, and each side has two full baths, one downstairs and one upstairs. Kitchens on each side have full amenities, and the quaint furnishings & breezy colors bring the essence of the seashore inside! Each side has 3 large flat-screen TVs with Spectrum TV cable and high-speed internet.

In addition to being just steps from the surf, Sea Star boasts million-dollar views from both deck-levels. You will enjoy hours of relaxation on the expansive decks below, and the upstairs King bedrooms offer sliding glass doors and a deck with unmatched vistas of the sparkling sands and crystal water. Sip a glass of wine from the upper deck as the sun sets, then create a masterpiece in the kitchen - with freshly-caught local seafood, of course!

This listing is for Sea Star, whole house (VRBO #1193146), offering both sides, each with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. If you plan a vacation with 9 or fewer guests, please look for Sea Star East (VRBO #1091861) or Sea Star West (VRBO #1145098) to modify your occupancy options.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Good for families

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Events

No events allowed

No schools, fraternities or wild groups.

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking (with care) is only permitted outside.

Check-in/out Saturday appx Memorial Day-Labor Day. Partial wk stays check in/out flexible in off-season House MUST BE NEAT w/BEDS MADE on check-out.

A copy of renter's valid ID required w/ confirmed reservation. Max of 4 vehicles permitted/side. A boat is considered 1-2 vehicles, based on size.

Travel insurance is HIGHLY recommended. In the event of a mandatory evacuation, Owner is NOT responsible for refunds of unused time due to evacuation.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1193146vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No schools, fraternities or wild groups.
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Salty Pirate Water Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Flatwaters Paddling - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 41 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spot - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex on 18 Dec 2026 start from £7,610, 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 at Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Views! OCEANFRONT 8 BR, 4 BA Duplex located?

Nestled on the beach, this Emerald Isle holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Flatwaters Paddling. 3rd Street Park and Emerald Isle Woods Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach house was in a great location—close to everything we needed and perfect for a relaxing trip. Our family and friends had a fantastic time. The house was very clean and exactly as described in the listing. The hosts were awesome—friendly, responsive, and easy to communicate with. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic duplex, well-equipped right on the beach

We rented both sides of the property for our family, best part was the deck that joins both sides. Clean, comfortable, short walk to the water and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2022
Thanks Joe. Come back when you will.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas Vacation 2022

We had a lovely stay. Max was awesome about making sure everything was good and we really appreciated it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2023
Vicky, thanks so much for your kind words. We'll always open the door for you. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

our vacation

we had a great time at Emeral Isle. The house was great. Perfect for our huge family. Clean, set up nice and the short walk to the beach was the best! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Thanks Jeanie. We're glad you had a nice stay and look forward to welcoming you back. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

It had been several years since our family gathered for our traditional week long stay at the beach, We were very fortunate to be able to rent this property. It fit our group and it's varied needs perfectly. It is wonderfully located and amazingly stocked for any need. The owner communication was so superb. We hope to be able to visit once again soon. This is a perfect "on the beach" property and unhesitatingly highly recommend for anyone to rent and visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
Doc, thanks for your kind words. Please come back when you will. You and your family will always be welcome. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Oceanfront Property Location

This is a fantastic property. We rented both sides for an extended family vacation and everyone had a great time. The property is ideally located on the ocean side of Emerald Isle with your own private stairway to the beach. The property is clean, well maintained, with very comfortable beds and nicely appointed rooms. The upstairs oceanside bedrooms have a balcony with a spectacle view of the beach and ocean. The owner is readily available and helpful and will promptly reply to any of your questions. We will definitely be back to stay at this property again.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review, and for allowing us to host you at Sea Star. It was a pleasure having your family as guests, and we look forward to your future visits!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great week!

My extended family booked both sides of the duplex. The location is great. Right on the water with an expansive, safe deck. We ate out there several times. The boardwalk to the beach is in good shape and makes everything easy. There is a foot washing station and outdoor shower head out near the beach for easy cleaning before coming in. The stretch of beach was wide, beautiful, and not at all crowded. We had beautiful weather and blue water all week. Both sides of the duplex are comfortable. Plenty of space. Very good wifi. There are a couple structural limitations to be aware of that cannot be changed. Only 2 bathrooms per side of the duplex. We wished we had a third with all of the kids at times. Also, there is shared laundry underneath the deck that you walk outside and in sand to access. It was fine for us since we rented both sides, and there is a shared schedule should you not rent both sides, but it lacks some convenience. It is nothing major, but just something to be aware of. We like to cook on vacation, and like most beach houses the place could use a bit more in the way of things like knives and utensils. It was adequately appointed though. The East duplex had a nicer, newer kitchen than the west. All of the furniture was very clean and comfortable, even if a bit older. The house was just easy and we had a great week without complaint. The owners made the stay to be honest with their responsiveness and extremely kind welcome. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
Jarrett, thanks for your kind words. Come back when you will. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Sea Star. The house is a very short walk from the beach (like 30 yards) and located about 3 miles either direction to the Emerald Isle or Indian Beach commercial areas for amenities. We had both sides of the duplex, so there was plenty of room to spread out.All linens and towels are dropped of clean and beds are easy to make and maintain. The furniture was comfortable, clean, and in good shape. There is enough kitchenware to go around, but it makes things a little easier if you know you are planning to make something that requires special tools to bring it just in case (i.e. like measuring spoons). Everything was pretty clean, no bugs, no ants. Bathrooms were clean, drains ran well.The sliding doors do not have screens, so recommend keeping them closed to sleep at night. The laundry is accessed outside through the basement, so bring a laundry bag/basket. The outdoor shower is about halfway down the walk, and there is an additional exterior hose at the driveway to wash off beach gear, keep sand out of the house.Other than that, the owners are great and had a treat prepared upon our arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2026
We are so glad you had a good stay! Thank you for your kind words, and we'd love to welcome you back. We'll find some more measuring spoons - I guess the others went out to sea.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location; great layout

Right on the beach. An uncrowded, beautiful beach with perfect water temps and waves. The house was perfectly laid out, giving us both communal and private getaway spaces. Extensive decks make it easy to enjoy the fresh air, views and surf sounds while relaxing. The beach is a ~30 second walk from the house. Kitchen has plenty of appliances and cookware to make meals for a crowd. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2023
Scott, thanks for your kind words. Come back and visit when you will. Max
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!!

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2021
Thank you! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We want every vacation to be perfect and memorable for our guests. We hope you will consider Sea Star for a future vacation at the Crystal Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed renting both sides of the property for our families vacation this year. We have a large family so was nice to be able to spread out and have enough room for everyone.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2020 Beach Vacation!

16 folks from three States, had a very enjoyable time! Enjoyed both sides of the property which offered plenty of room with gorgeous views and easy access to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2020
Thank you for your kind review, and for allowing us to host your family reunion this summer! We appreciate that you took great care of Sea Star, and welcome your family back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Looking at Sea Star

It was very nice but a few things were not working correctly...if those could be repaired I would give her rental a 100 score!😊I let her know about those few things.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you for your nice review, and for letting us know about the slow drains and stove burner. We are correcting these promptly. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay, and hope you will visit Sea Star again on your next visit to Emerald Isle!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property and location

Took our kids to Emerald Isle for a wedding and we got this great beach house to share with family. We rented both sides which was key! We were able to put the kids to sleep on one side and we could stay up and still visit on the other side without disturbing their sleep. Also, having 2 full kitchens was great. You have a huge deck that overlooks the ocean and it is literally footsteps to the beach. There is your own shower and rinsing spot right as you come back to deck. There were extras(bodyboards, umbrella, and kid sand toys). Property owner was fabulous with communication, responsiveness, and very helpful with all the details. Highly recommended staying there and we will return and stay again on our next visit
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review, Mr. Thatcher. We are very pleased and flattered that your family loved Sea Star so much! We appreciate you choosing our home for your vacation, and we look forward to hosting your future stays in beautiful Emerald Isle!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Oceanside Duplex

We rented both sides of the duplex and it was such a wonderful trip. The owner was very responsive to every question and we absolutely loved our stay here. We were just steps from the water and we loved the convenience of being so close to the beach but our little ones could easily go back in and take naps. We loved waking up to the ocean breeze and watching the stars, storms and waves. All the basics were included at the home and even some extras we didn't expect. The location was close to town but still felt so private.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy that we could provide your family a wonderful experience. We love our quiet beach, and so enjoy sharing it with our guests. We hope to host your family again next season!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome property on the beach

Awesome Awesome Awesome from the very start great communication from owner, to watching the dolphins playing in the surf while drinking coffee on the deck. Would recommend to anyone!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Really good parking, beach access was very good. Interior was nicely decorated.

As a beach property it could have used an enclosed outdoor shower, and it would have been nice during our very rainy week to have had the covered deck to have been waterproof. But overall we all enjoyed our stay and I would recommend renting both sides for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you for your nice review! In response to your desire for a covered deck for rainy days, we added two picnic tables under the house, which is waterproof, with lots of room for mingling, cornhole, and watching the little ones playing with sand toys. We hope you will visit Sea Star on a future Emerald Isle vacation!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Had a great time and house was nice!

The house was neat and clean. Very comfortable. The AC had a problem on the East Side however the owner was right on top getting the problem fixed. The location and the oceanfront view is spectacular. Would rent this house again without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean,well equipped,great location 100% delighted with Sea Star

We rented both sides for our family reunion in July 2018. Sea Star was perfect for this. Very clean and easy. King rooms were amazing, opening up to a fabulous deck from which we could see way down the beach and super star gazing at night. Decks were spacious and well equipped with sturdy wooden deck chairs. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need to prepare all meals, nice size refrigerator and a top freezer that worked like a top. Awesome feature was the ease of access to both beach and the house. The number of overall steps were the fewest we have ever encountered in our years of beach house renting. This made it particularly appealing as we could walk right out of the Livingroom onto deck and down to the beach with very few stairs. Keyless entry was a big bonus, no need to drive to the rental company to get or take keys back.Beds were comfortable with extra pillows and blankets. The décor was very nice!! No pantry. Helen was a dream to work with, always answered right away when we were in the planning stages. We will rent here again for certain if it is available. OH...also a Loggerhead turtle came up on the beach one night while we were there and laid her eggs, very exciting. This is by far, the best rental fit for our large family we have ever rented and this was our 8th time doing this reunion!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to stay!

There were 17 of us for an infrequent family reunion and we had a wonderful time. The place was PERFECT for us! We were able to rent BOTH sides. With shared upper and lower decks we were able to mingle easily. The beach was nice and close...no long walks over dunes to get there. Loved having 2 oceanside king bedrooms per unit. The furnishing were attractive and comfortable. The owner was very responsive to our e-mails and questions. No pantry but a well stocked kitchen. This is a place that we would gladly rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Best Rental Yet!

We rented both sides of the condo for our large family and easily had plenty of space for everyone. The views from the deck are breathtaking and being right on the beach was wonderful. The property was well-maintained and was described perfectly by the homeowner. Our family had a fabulous time and we would definitely rent again and recommend the Sea Star to anyone ! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach fun at Max’s place on Emerald Isle

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thanks Fred. You're a 5-star kinda guy as well. Come back when you will. Max

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