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Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat

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A spacious living area with a large L-shaped sectional sofa, a tufted ottoman, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a bar named "The Sand Bar".
A wooden deck with white chairs and tables, a wooden railing, and a blue house in the background.
A two-story house with a deck, a hot tub, and a shed in the backyard.
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a tufted ottoman, and a wooden accent wall.
A modern living room with a large TV, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Emerald Isle Beach

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, 3rd Street Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near the beach. Beach Wheels Bike Rental and Emerald Plantation are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. Travelling with kids? Consider Flatwaters Paddling, or check out an event or a game at Big Rock Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 3rd Street Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 42 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costal Haze - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Village Market - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat on 25 Apr 2027 start from £1,983, 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 Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach: Bright Emerald Isle Retreat located?

This family-friendly Emerald Isle holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Emerald Isle Beach and 3rd Street Park. Flatwaters Paddling and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are also within 3 miles (5 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. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, perfect beach house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2026
Thank you for such a wonderful review! We're so glad this felt like the perfect beach house for your stay. We work hard to keep the place clean, comfortable, and ready for a relaxing getaway, and it means a lot to hear that it showed. Wishing you many more amazing beach days ahead!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely terrific stay! Everyone loved the house. The place was very very clean, less than a block to the ocean, had tons of beach supplies for use, a well-stocked kitchen, and the host was super easy to work with. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2026
So glad everyone loved the house! It's wonderful to hear the cleanliness, location just steps from the ocean, and well-stocked kitchen and beach supplies all added up to a terrific stay. We work hard to make communication easy and check-in smooth, so it's great that came through. Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location!!! This was steps from the beach on a quiet/lower traffic part of emerald isle. The house was spacious enough for our two families. We had an issue at check-in but the owners came to the home in an hour and resolved the issue. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2026
We're so glad the location was a hit, just steps from the beach in a quiet part of Emerald Isle, and that the space worked well for both families. Thank you for the kind words and for your patience while we got the check-in issue sorted out quickly. It means a lot to hear you'd stay again, and we hope to host you both in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What an amazing place!

Wonderful location, amazing amenities, kind host this is the place to stay in Emerald Isle hands down.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2025
From the Owner: "Thank you so much for the kind review. We look forward to hosting you again soon!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed our stay!

The house was beautiful, well-stocked, and location was great. We would consider staying here again on future trips to Emerald Isle!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very clean and felt like home. All I can say is what an excellent experience and we will be staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house

This house was such a great find. The location is perfect and the house is perfect. My family had a great time and will definitely be using this property again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Weekend

Great place for family getaway or a Wedding Weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Long weekend

The location of the house is perfectly placed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your review ! Please let us know what prevented you from giving us 5 stars so that we can make improvements."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive host. House clean and well appointed. We were a family of 9. Sufficient gathering space and individual areas. Both indoors and out. 3 houses off of beach with easy access to and from your sandy seating area. Well stocked with beach chairs, toys, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great long weekend

Enjoyed long fall weekend here with family who were in area for a wedding. House had plenty of space, comfortable beds, nice decks. Owner was responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Location!!

The property was very clean. We had a total of 8 people and still had room for 2 more. Location was excellent !! Property has beach chairs wagon and boogie boards if anyone is traveling from a long distance. Will definitely come back.....
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break for the kids

Great spring break for the little ones. Conveniently located close to the beach so the trip is walkable, even carrying all your toys. Event the trip Food Lion is very doable. House was very clean, presentable and updated. Great stay this week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

2nd year here

Excellent location and easy access to amenities and attractions. Easy access to the beach and our granddaughters love the hot tub! Upper and lower levels ensured everyone had plenty privacy and comfort in their own spaces. Will most definitely look into staying here again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Early summer vacation

Arrival was easy for everyone and the house was immaculate! Nice views from the pub chairs on the 2nd level and chaise lounges up top. Very restful and reasonably quiet area, noise from kids in a nearby pool not a problem. Great location and an excellent experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this property!!

This property is wildly accommodating!!! The walk to the beach is very short. It EASILY housed many people. They owner was great as well. He let us keep the cars parked in the driveway for our last day of fun while the cleaners worked. He also allowed for early check in. We would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House!

Great vacation house- ideal for a family vacation. Clean and well stocked! Plenty of seating for lounging and eating. Definitely a step above any other rental- super soft sheets, thick, absorbent towels, plenty of pillows and extra blankets. Great decorations, attention to details, and extras- games, boogie boards, giant beach wagon, beach toys- had everything we needed. Less than a minute walk to the beach. Would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

New Year's Eve Stay

We met up with long time family friends for the end of the year and have never been to Emerald Isle. This home has been nicely renovated. It's bright and cozy and was spacious enough for the 10 of us to gather all together and not be crowded. Great location to the beach with ocean views and listening to the waves. Thank you Matt and Lori for opening your home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Beach Rental

Everything was perfect. Close walking access to the beach. Everything else was within a short driving distance. Loved relaxing in the hot tub. Loved sitting out on the deck first thing in the morning drinking coffee/tea, eating breakfast and making our plans for the day. Our grandchildren loved the adorable bunk beds and playing with the availables games. We will definitely stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Views and Relaxation!

We checked in for Labor Day weekend and loved every second of our stay! This location is the perfect distance from the sand (about a 1-2 minute walk from your bedroom), and has so many amazing amenities! From the hot tub to the incredible upscale décor inside, and the third floor deck overseeing all of Emerald Isle... this is the place to be!! 10/10 will be returning. Our hosts, Lori and Matt, were awesome!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Summer 2025 Family Vacay

We had an amazing stay at The Sandbar on Emerald Isle from July 13th–19th. The house was spotless and extremely well-stocked with everything we needed—from household items to beach gear—which made our stay comfortable and convenient. The location was spot on—just a short walk to the beach and close to shops, restaurants, and ice cream, which made it easy to enjoy everything Emerald Isle has to offer.Matt, the owner, was fantastic to work with—friendly, responsive, and accommodating. He even worked with us to allow an early check-in, which gave us an extra full day to start enjoying our vacation. The home was perfect for our family and made for a relaxing, memorable trip that we’ll cherish for years to come. We wouldn’t hesitate to come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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