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Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access

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A wooden deck with a view of the beach and a pier.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a blue sofa with patterned pillows.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in stove, a Keurig coffee maker, and a window with a view of the backyard.
A living room with a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a coffee table with books, and two windows with curtains.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Room #1

1 King Bed

Guest Room #2

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Primary Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Sweet Spot - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 36 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access located?

This family-friendly Emerald Isle holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Emerald Isle Beach and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay at this cottage and it was as wonderful this time as it was the first time. The cottage is so well equipped and it is really comfortable. The beds were excellent and everything was in working order. We didn't cook as much this time but what we used was nice. There is even a drawer of spices and coffee and tea bags. Clothesline is perfect for hanging suits and beach towels. Grill outside worked great and so did the outside shower. The newer reclining couch in the sunroom was quite comfy too. Location is convenient and the private beach parking made it easy to get to the beach. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks Heather for a lovely vacation cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, central to everything. Cottage was immaculate, well stocked, and beautiful inside and outside. Great kitchen, bedrooms, and private outdoor space. Every detail was well designed and thoughtfully appointed! Super responsive and helpful owner. Thanks so much, Heather. Highly recommend this amazing home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 4 adults had a wonderful Emerald Isle vacation. This house was beautifully updated and clean. The beds were so comfortable that it was often difficult to get out of bed in the mornings. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything that one might need to prepare meals. The private beach parking and wash station made going to the beach a breeze. The location of the house is also perfect. Close to the sound for beautiful walking/biking paths and walkable to food and markets. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach house! Very clean, comfortable beds. The location is great and we loved the beach access. I had a couple questions that Heather responded to quickly. Would recommend/stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very responsive when we needed to connect and the home was larger than I envisioned from the photos. We were not there often but the location was ideal. We could walk a short distance for donuts or pizza and subs at one end of the road and to the pier on the other end for amazing sunsets without a crowd. We spent most of our time exploring other islands accessible by boat so we did not visit the main beach as much as I had expected but the gated parking was a dream. So convenient and hassle free. It was a beautiful home that was very comfortable -- and very well equipped with anything we needed in the kitchen and more. And the location was only about 30 minutes from the ferries and charters serving the more remote areas. We found sand dollars and shells, saw the banker horses, soaked up plenty of sun and hiked miles of sandy beaches. Great memories were made.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT PLACE

We had a wonderful stay at this well equipped home away from home. Great location to the beach, the Sound and the shops. The host has thought of every aminity you would need. Nice privacy fence, outdoor shower and patio area outside as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Host

Great Host, responsive. Beach access via remote parking was better than expected and easy. Can walk to a fresh made donut shop from the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome vacation home!

Wonderful stay!! The house had all we needed plus more and was extremely clean and comfortable! We loved the location as we could walk to the pier at the end of the street to see the sunset or drive to the private parking area for visiting the beach! The lot was private and quiet with a nice deck in the back with an outdoor table and grill. The rooms and beds were very comfortable. 100 percent would recommend! Hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great house

The house was extremely clean. Well equipped kitchen.All the kitchen cabinets are labeled. A great touch. We enjoyed the house and its privacy. We give it 5 stars out of 5.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

loved it! super clean, she messaged back quickly, great overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay at this vacation home

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at this home. We especially enjoyed having meals outside on the deck and walking down the street to the cute donut shop. The private beach access was really great to have as we could just show up and park without having to drive around endlessly looking for a spot. The little closed in sunroom was a nice surprise as it made a great spot for my toddler to hang out with his toys while still being in eye sight. Would definitely rent this home again or recommend to friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic home, fantastic location

We love this place!! This is our 3rd year staying here & can’t say enough good things. The house is setup really well to accommodate our group of 5 adults & 1 child. The outdoor space has a great deck w lots of shade for hanging out & meals, plus a great outdoor shower. The house is all one level & super clean. It’s in a quiet area and the beach is still easily accessible w the included parking access. This home will always be our 1st choice when vacationing in EI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Feelings

Great location, great layout. Loved the private beach parking. Unfortunately, the house was dirty. Toothpaste spray on the sink, dust everywhere, dog hairs in the couch, filthy oven.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I am so sorry the house wasn’t up to our usual standards! I take this very seriously and will address each item with my cleaning staff. Please don’t hesitate to inform me of any issues during your stay and I will see that everything is addressed right away.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach getaway

This was our first time visiting EI, and our first time not staying on the beach, and we honestly didn't miss it. The beach is just down the street, and the private access was amazing. The sunset at the dock just down the road was gorgeous. Heather was excellent with communication, although we didn't need to bother her one bit during our stay because we had everything we needed, and more. My only suggestion would be shaded parking... and that's just being petty because we went during an insane heat wave and I have black leather seats We would not hesitate to book this home again!
Sunset at the dock
Private beach access... not crowded at all
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun despite Hurricane Debby

We have never been to Emerald Isle. We had a great time exploring and seeing what the area had to offer. The house was perfect for our needs. Our daughter brought her best friend and they loved having their choice of rooms and all the amenities. Hurricane Debby cut our stay short because of my worry about all the rain. I highly recommend this house. So comfortable and well equipped. We will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private, quiet, comfortable

We usually stay beach side but we are now rethinking our priorities. This property was very clean, well-equipped, and so peaceful. We love to cook and the recently updated kitchen was perfectly apportioned for big dinners and quick lunches. The updates in the master bath were thoughtful and convenient. The double cherries on top of it all was the private beach parking and beach access, and the super-fast responses to any and all questions we had (which were very few) thanks to the clear communications from the owner. We look forward to booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely LOVED staying at this beach home in Emerald Isle. From booking, communication, to check-in, our stay, the weather, and check-out, we had an excellent experience. The house was clean, well-stocked with essentials, spacious, and comfortable. Heather has thought everything! She didn’t just have the basics, like salt and pepper, but other spices (think red pepper flakes).We appreciated the private parking at the beach front. The deck walkway made it an easy walk to and from the car. Plus, at the end of our beach time, there were spigots so we could leave the sand at the beach, not in the car.On the sound side, there is a nice pier that leads directly into the water. My boys enjoyed paddle boarding on the sound. There wasn’t really a good place on the sound side to sit in a chair and read, like I wanted to do. However, there were built in deck benches at the end of the pier where I could enjoy the nice breeze off the water.There are some great places to eat, within walking distance.We have already booked our trip for next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property and loved the location.

We had a great vacation at Emerald Isle and a big part of the reason was this beach house and easy access to the beach. We normally stay oceanfront, and we were a little hesitant. While no need to be. The location of the home is in a great neighborhood and the parking at the beach was easy and always available. The home was clean, with modern/updated bathrooms and kitchen. We loved the back deck. With all the shade from the trees, the deck was always cool and relaxing when getting back from the beach. Heather was great to work with and always got right back with answers to questions. I would recommend the property and we plan on staying again when we return to Emerald Isle.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best vacation in the books

First of, this house was beautiful and super spacious. Towels, kitchen essentials, etc were all provided and ready when we arrived. Walking to the beach is easy, as well as driving to the beach. Stores are close, mini golf nearby, go karts, perfect for your kidsos enjoyment 😌 The outdoor patio was also very nice, along with the outdoor shower to wash all the sand off after beach travels. The air conditioning in the home itself was superior and would freeze you out, so it was nice coming home in the super hot weather to cool off. The owner has good communication and is nearby to respond to messages. We had an amazing time, and would most definitely book this stay again. Thanks heather for such a great vacation and for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! 💙 See you next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place!!!

First, don't be worried that this property isn't on the ocean, because the house, location, and owner are awesome!!! A short walk to the sound area, with a pier and benches are great for watching the beautiful NC sunsets, another short walk to the highway and you're at the best breakfast/coffee place on the island, as well as a great donut shop! As for the beach, this neighborhood has a dedicated beach access, and even there during the 4th, there were plenty of parking spaces, a great, well maintained walkway to the beach, which is close to the pier, but without the crowds! The house itself is wonderful, plenty of space, and lots of updates, and one of my favorite things is the outdoor hot shower! If you stay, please be sure to give this a try, believe me you'll be sold! Heather is awesome, and even on a holiday is always accessible to help with any issues you might have! I will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean home, conveniently located

This house suited the needs of my family of six perfectly. The clean, spacious bedrooms and additional sun room with futon allowed for room for us to spread out. We definitely used the new TVs after sun-drenched days at the beach (sometimes simultaneously!) The private parking lot with beach access was very convenient and never crowded. Our kids loved using the extensive bike paths with a tandem bike that we rented (Heather, the owner, had a great recommendation for bike rentals that were inexpensive and delivered to the house). Finally, the food highlight for the kids was the Polish Water Ice store at the end of the street which they walked to once a day. My food highlight was Captain's Kitchen Food Truck - unbelievably fresh and delicious seafood. You can find where they will be parked each day on Facebook and it is definitely worth it to track them down!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house floor plan and accommodations were perfect for us! The house was spotless when we arrived. The owner has thought of everything from a nice Keurig coffee pot to a drying rack in laundry room to use of Disney and Hulu on the tv to spices in the kitchen. We enjoyed the use of private parking at the beach which was a real plus for us. We will definitely keep this house on our favorites list if we should ever be in the area again! Thanks for a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great for my daughters and I. The oceanfront parking was so convenient. The house is well stocked with everything you could possibly need! The location was very walkable to shopping and restaurants as well as the ocean. We had an amazing trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week in Emerald Isle

Property was wonderful. Spacious, clean practically new. House is warm and inviting plenty of room inside and out. We had a wonderful week and hope to rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We loved our time at Heather’s house. A lot of thought had been put into what guests might need - fully stocked kitchen with updated/well-kept cookware and appliances, comfortable beds, and a guestbook with lots of helpful information. The outdoor shower was wonderful, as was access to private parking at the beach, which wasn’t super crowded and very close by. Great communication from Heather as well! Highly recommend this house! We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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