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Oceanfront cottage; clean, modern, and close!! Play, rest, restore...

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Located on the narrow part of the island; practically your own beach.
Oceanfront and center!! Waves 🌊 for days!
The ocean 🌊 is calling...
Bright, spacious living space
Write a postcard or check email in your corner office

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Flatwaters Paddling
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront cottage; clean, modern, and close!! Play, rest, restore...

***See Pet Policy below before requesting a reservation that may include a pet***

This listing is for Shorebreak Right, the west side of the duplex. If you are interested in renting the entire property, check out the east side of the duplex, Shorebreak Left, can be viewed with VRBO listing #1944222, and look for weeks that both sides are available.

Follow us on Instagram @shorebreak.emerald.isle and like us on Facebook at Shorebreak at Emerald Isle, NC We post local information and photos of projects. Guests can tag us or send pictures to be featured on our social media sites.

Each side of the duplex is private and separated from the other side unit by a lockable privacy door in the guest bedroom. There is a firewall between the two sides so noise from one side to the other side is not an issue. Each side has it's own entrance, parking, deck space, and amenities. This listing is for the right side only.

Shorebreak Right includes:

1000 sq. ft. interior area, +1000 sq. ft. parking, 300+ sq. ft. of deck space2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms Living room overlooking the gorgeous emerald waters of the Atlantic Ocean. King-sized primary bedroom; see and hear the ocean while laying in bed! Dining area and seating for 6 Full kitchen with counter-height seating for 2 Full washing and dryer Beach amenities and toys Private deck furniture with picnic table and tilt umbrella Outdoor foot wash on the walkway and open shower with hot water under the house Parking below house for 4 cars and hot water rinse Gas grill under the house

We take pride in our property and strive to provide a 5 star guest experience.

Primary bedroom: king bed with medium-firm foam mattress and memory foam topper, smart TV, closet, storage, extra blanket, linens on bed. Spectacular ocean view. See the sea from bed! Exterior door to deck. Full black-out curtains.

Guest bedroom: Two twin beds with medium-firm foam mattresses and memory foam toppers. Linens included, sheets already on the bed. Closet. Extra blankets included. Full curtains. Partial sound view. Emergency ladder in case of fire.

En suite bathroom: Walk-in shower, vanity with storage, toilet, lighting

Guest bathroom: Tub/shower combination with shower curtain, vanity with storage, toilet, lighting

Living room: Large comfortable sofa and loveseat. Open storage for personal items. New in 2020, large 65" Smart TV with Spectrum Cable (access Netflix, Hulu, more with your own accounts). BluRay player included. Games, books, and more for family time. Floor to ceiling windows overlooking beach, over the dunes into the ocean. Best view on the island.

Dining area: Seating for 4-6 at dining table. View of the ocean from the dining area. Part of the great room that includes the living room, dining area, and kitchen.

Kitchen: Newer cabinets, counter tops, backsplash, stainless steel appliances. Extra clean. New toaster and 12 cup drip coffee maker. Microwave. Oven with electric range. Refrigerator with in-the-door water and ice. Too much to list. Everything you need in a functional kitchen..

Deck: Bar height dining table and 4 chairs. Tilting deck umbrella for shade. Bar height tete-a-tete deck seating ensures a perfect view of the ocean. 4 beach-style beach chairs. 1 soft-sided surfboard and 2 boogie boards.

Under the house: Foot wash on dune walk for quick rinses . Open hot water shower. Parking for 4 vehicles under the house in the shade. Hot water hose for rinsing salt spray off windshields. Gas grill under the house that uses small green camping canister only. Canisters provided by guest and can be purchased at local grocery and hardware stores for about $4 a canister that lasts 2.5 hours on medium high heat.

Pet policy:

If you are traveling with a pet, you will be required to agree to our pet conditions in writing. These are non-negotiable and strictly enforced. They are:

1. Max of 2 dogs per booking (no cats or other animals allowed) 2. Pet fee is paid at booking for additional cleaning required after check-out 3. All dogs must be free of fleas/ticks 4. Excessive barking/howling is not permitted 5. Dogs are discouraged from the furniture 6. Bedding, towels, extra blankets, etc. are not allowed to be used as dog bedding, or for dog bathing 7. Dogs must be house-trained and not destructive to property or furnishings

Thank you for your understanding in this matter. We hope to be able to continue to offer dog friendly bookings in the future and to do so we need to be able to offer a clean and sanitary environment for all of our future guests.

If you have any questions about our pet conditions, please contact us prior to booking.

Thank you for considering Shorebreak Right for your Emerald Isle vacation. We offer the cleanest property on the island, the best views, and unbeatable amenities. Please take a look at our many reviews to see how much our previous guests have loved our property.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our property, booking through VRBO, our pet conditions, etc. We are a small, single-family owned and operated rental property so we are available 24 hours a day. We care deeply for our property and we count our guests as new friends.

We hope to see you at Shorebreak soon!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fantastic place for kids!! Tons of amenities
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Events

No events allowed
Small gathering OK, no large parties
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Pets

Pets allowed
Notify owner. Guests must comply with the property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter must sign Rental Agreement
Security Hold of $975 Required
No smoking, Rinse off sand before entering the house, and Secure the umbrellas when not in use

Important information

You need to know

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: Small gathering OK, no large parties
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is on the beach. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier 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. 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

  • Flatwaters Paddling - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 40 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frank's Pizza and Subs - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Village Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spot - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront cottage; clean, modern, and close!! Play, rest, restore... pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront cottage; clean, modern, and close!! Play, rest, restore...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront cottage; clean, modern, and close!! Play, rest, restore...?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront cottage; clean, modern, and close!! Play, rest, restore... 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 is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 188 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Perfect beachfront property

Incredible ocean side view, beautifully appointed and maintained place. We loved our stay here, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phyllis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this property. It’s my second stay. The only thing I’d complain about is the primary bath shower. The shower l head is way too high, making it hard to reach and not an ideal spray. Otherwise I can’t praise it enough overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ShoreBreak Right is a great place for a small family to enjoy a reasonable price for a beachfront experience. My kids are almost 5yrs and almost 3yrs and the 2 bedroom, 2 bath setup was perfect. The kids both said that the place felt like home. The house had everything we needed. The beach chairs being there was great because we didn’t have to mess with bringing them or renting. The EV charger was also amazing because we recently switched to electric. We already booked our next stay at ShoreBreak. Love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

cathy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bed in the spare bedroom is not good for an adult it should be a full or queen The pillows also need to be replaced
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A Week at the Beach

Everything was awesome!! The unit was exceptionally clean, we had everything we needed, the beach was beautiful. The atmosphere was very family orientated. I loved it!! My only complaint is that I couldn’t stay another week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

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

phenomenal

fantastic property, with the most incredible ocean views and the most well equipped kitchen ever. Everything you need, and nothing you don't. Five stars, can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

The perfect house for the week!

This rental was perfect for our family vacation. This was our first time in Emerald Isle and I had read so many reviews and looked at so many listings and this one was everything and more. If you are hesitant, don't be! The house had everything we needed - washer/ dryer, plenty of kitchen space, couch space, and the separate pantry closet was nice to keep all the snacks organized. Kitchen had everything needed down to the measuring cups/ pasta strainer. Booking/ communication/ cleanliness was never an issue. Back deck views were gorgeous, and you are literally steps to the warm sand. We practically had the beach to ourselves, not an overcrowded part of the island and the kids could run and scream and not have a care in the world. Had beach chairs provided, plenty of sand toys in the deck box, and a grill. A short drive in either direction gave ample opportunity for food or activities. We LOVED the amazing week this house/location gave us and cannot wait to book for next year!

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

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

Perfect location

Great place right on the ocean. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

Third time is still a charm

This was our third stay at Shorebreak. We loved every minute of it.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Great Stay

Quiet neighborhood. Great view of ocean. Exceptionally clean. Comfortable bed. Every thing was wonderful. Enjoyed my stay. Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

Beach bliss

Wonderful stay at this lovely property. Amazing views, comfy beds, nicely appointed. You could hardly get closer to the beach! We pretty much had the beach to ourselves staying in early Dec and that was fine by us. And the Aquarium is a short drive up the road - check it out.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob B., Raleigh, NC (USA)

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

Wonderful stay, the setup of the house clearly has had a significant amount of though put in to it

Great stay. Very nice house. Location was great. Dogs and kids loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C., Henrico

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

What a view!

This was the perfect place for my husband and I. We absolutely loved the and the location was incredible! The property had everything you needed and the beach and view were phenomenal! We will most definitely be back from Henrico Virginia
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

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

Great property

Great location on the beach. The beach was also great. Plenty of space. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

We love Shorebreak right

This was our third visit to Shorebreak and we love this place. It is very well appointed, and tastefully decorated. The location is very convenient for day trips. We visited Airlie Gardens in Wilmington and Carrot Island in Beaufort.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas and JoAnn S., ST. PETE BEACH, Florida

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

Perfect

Everything was perfect about this home directly on the beach. It was very comfortable and was well equipped with anything you would need. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

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

Little slice of heaven

Shorebreak is a gem. Location, cleanliness, comfort are all a 10. Communication was also a 10. We experienced snow and very low temperatures, but they were great about getting someone to the property to clear the snow. The sunrises/sunsets were amazing and the daily frolicking of the dolphins was just wonderful. Would book again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale W., Shawnee

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

Great Stay

I’ve stayed at this house multiple times…always clean and ready. Great view of water…caretakers and owners great…my go-to place now on Emerald Isle…
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

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

R&R

This place was perfect for what I needed. Perfect sunset and sunrise views. Perfect view of the beach. It was easy to get to and easy to park. For anyone needing a week to themselves or a week away with your family, this property checks all of the boxes.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelia and Chuck J.

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

Perfect

This is a very comfortable and relaxing place to be on the beach. Quiet neighborhood and imaculate property. We've already booked a longer stay for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

melissa p.

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

Wonderful trip so close to the beach!

Overall wonderful stay… Master bedroom mattress way too soft, great neighborhood so dog friendly😊
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane V.

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

THE BEST!

This property is the nicest, cleanest, most accommodating place we have ever stayed at! The owners are amazing, the caretakers are amazing! Everything you can possibly need is at your fingertips in this home away from home! You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

Loved every minute

This location is just about perfect for us: right on the water; enough room for two people with lots of books, music, instruments, and yarn to spread out; well-appointed kitchen; responsive host if needed. We plan to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

W. L. Chip B.

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

Outstanding Property with Attentive Management

Shorebreak is a modern, well maintained duplex with the full range of amenities. On the oceanfront with immediate access to a wide, beautiful beach, it is an ideal getaway. We spent a wonderful Thanksgiving week and hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti F.

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

Retirement getaway

Third time staying at this property. It never disappoints !! So cozy and the best view ever !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Rhodes

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We are Nicole and Mike Rhodes. Growing up in the "middle" states, Mike in Kentucky and Nicole in Montana, we didn't have much opportunity to experience the ocean. As adults currently working and living in Virginia with 3 grown children close by, we’ve fallen in love with the east coast beaches; particularly North Carolina. Each year we checked out different NC beaches looking for the best one for our family, with several of those visits to beautiful Emerald Isle. It has been a dream come true to buy Shorebreak, so close to the waves, and to be able to share it with our family, friends, and other beach lovers.

Why they chose this property

We recognized right away that Shorebreak was a special property. Its unique layout provides an oceanfront experience for smaller families and couples, especially for guests that aren't looking for a 4-6 bedroom house.

We are one of, if not THE closest house to the water. The sound of the surf fills the house day and night, and the blue/green of the water brightens every room in the house. You can't get any closer to the ocean unless you're in a boat.

What makes this property unique

We love how close the house is to the ocean and that it is perfect for smaller families. The 2019 renovation makes this beach cottage modern, fresh and super clean.

Languages:

English

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