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Oceanfront "Great Expectations West" in beautiful Emerald Isle

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

1st floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bunk Room - 2nd Level

+1
4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Master - 2nd level

1 King Bed

Pelican's Roost - 3rd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen Oceanfront - 2nd Level

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

2nd level shared bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main level bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Pelican's Roost en-suite bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Oceanfront "Great Expectations West" in beautiful Emerald Isle

Great Expectations West is a breathtaking 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom, oceanfront duplex on the beautiful beaches of Emerald Isle, and just steps away from having your toes in the sand! This amazing home boast 3 oceanfront bedrooms with gorgeous panoramic views from sunrise to sunsets, and all with their own private decks! Great Expectations is nestled right in the heart of Emerald Isle, making all of our amazing local shops, restaurants, and family-friendly activities just a short distance away. This house is equipped with high-speed wireless internet for your convenience. There are also five new "smart" TVs, new dishwasher, new washer/dryer, new mattresses new water heater, and a fully-equipped kitchen with all you could need and more! You will find 2 Keurig coffee makers, drink and wine cooler, a slow cooker, and a blender in addition to all of your basic kitchen appliances! The furnished decks are the perfect place to sip a morning coffee or an evening cocktail while you watch the sunrise and sunset over the rolling waves. Welcome to Great Expectations!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place all used towels in green laundry bag located in laundry area.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Traveller must have a minimum 4-star rating in VRBO to stay at this home.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4123176vb
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle is home to this holiday home. Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf 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 Adventures - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 46 min drive - 43.3 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 37 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marks Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront "Great Expectations West" in beautiful Emerald Isle pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Oceanfront "Great Expectations West" in beautiful Emerald Isle?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront "Great Expectations West" in beautiful Emerald Isle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront "Great Expectations West" in beautiful Emerald Isle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront "Great Expectations West" in beautiful Emerald Isle located?

Situated in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Emerald Isle Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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. 40 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic! The ocean view and access was fabulous and suited our multi-generational family perfectly. The rooms were spacious and the swing and picnic table on the deck was a nice touch! We will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was exactly what I was looking for our family beach vacation. The owner was attentive to our needs and very inviting! The house is right on the ocean with beautiful views! We will definitely plan on returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thanks for such a lovely review and thank you for being great guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brittney k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! Enjoyed doing the puzzles so much we bought one just to take home! The beach views was excellent and the home was bright and cheery! Best part of my stay was my daughter asking if we could stay here forever!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Thanks for the lovely review, Brittney! I'm so glad you all enjoyed your vacation at Great Expectations West!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great. I think even better than the listing photos indicate. Very clean spacious. Prpoerty us very well maintained. Kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
So glad that Great Expectations West exceeded your expectations! We take pride in our home to ensure everyone has a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views and sounds of the ocean front property were absolutely amazing. Caroline was super responsive and so kind about any questions we had during our stay. We've already discussed returning for another long weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachfront property. Pet friendly. Wonderful views of the water from balconies on 3 levels.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and view — great access to the beach. Easy check-in and checkout procedures. Kitchen well-furnished. Nice-sized bedrooms and bathrooms. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nickolaus K.

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

Great stay

Great house, great portion of the beach, all around very enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AMY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was comfortable and clean. We had a large group and had no issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Awesome Vacation

Over all we had an awesome vacation experience with this property. There were a few minor inconveniences, some were addressed and we managed found ways around the others. 4.5 out of 5 stars for the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Great Getaway!

We really enjoyed our time here! Our family did a quick getaway for our dad’s 80th birthday and the location was amazing. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Wonderful place at the beach

We enjoyed this condo, beautiful beach front condo. The condo was perfect for our stay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie k.

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

Spacious and secluded

Really enjoyed the place with my family. Cleanliness was great. We loved how there were not many people surrounding us. Definitely would love to come back and book here again. Great job.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2025
Thanks, Stephanie! We would be happy to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was comfortable, well-organized, and had everything you would need. We had a family trip of adults and really enjoyed our stay. The view and balconies are wonderful. Nice touches everywhere—like front porch swing and extra coffee makers. Check in and out was a breeze. Location can’t be beat. The host was helpful and communicative. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

EI Family Reunion

The place was beautiful - great location right on the beach and owners were very hospitable - definitely going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Hi Kevin, thank you for your review and giving us the opportunity to earn your trust for your family reunion. We look forward to you all coming back to Great Expectations in beautiful EI. Tony Gerardi Great Expectations Premier Host
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wandel S.

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

Fabulous View

We thoroughly enjoyed the direct access to the beach. Bedrooms and Bathroom were verywell situated. Open living space was very accommodating for our family’s needs. Loved the swing on the deck. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kATHY h.

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

Family fun

We had a wonderful time. The rental was perfect for our family and Tony was extremely helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect Location

Really enjoyed our stay. It wasn’t exactly as advertised but the house is in the perfect location so that made it better. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gay s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our 3 generational group..Highly recommend this home and location. A FIT FOR ALL OF US! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beto R.

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

Celebrating a 88 Birthday

Great weather, clean home, beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

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

Perfect Beach Vacation House

We LOVED our stay at the Great Expectations house. The location was perfect and the house was super clean and comfortable for our group of kids, adults, and seniors. The hosts were incredibly responsive when a small issue came up. I highly recommend this home and will definitely stay here again if we are in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

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

Extremely Clean

Surprisingly clean and neat. Nice beach view and enjoyed the swing. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Hi Terry, Great Expectations takes pride in our cleanliness. Thank you for taking the time to give Great Expectations in beautiful EI a nice review and 5 stars! We hope you will come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Amazing Stay!!!

The house was exactly as described. It was clean, stocked with everything you would need and even had a bbq grill. The views were amazing and it’s right on the sand!!! . Tony is a great host and communicates better than any other that we have rented from. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2024
Thank you Kevin for your kind review. You were a great guest and hope you will come again! Tony Gerardi Great Expectations Premier Host
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Royal P.

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

Great time, Great place, Great house

Came in to enjoy the beach and do some surf fishing and just relax and this house and location allows you to do just that. Close to the beach, Close to the pier, close to shopping, and yet nothing feels like it’s on top of you. Love it and would totally come back again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Lots of room

Tony was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2024
Hi Carolyn, thank you for your 5 star review and for taking such good care of our home, Great Expectations! We hope you will come again. Tony Gerardi Great Expectations Premier Host

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