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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
East king
1 King Bed
East suite
1 Queen Bed
West king
1 King Bed
West suite
1 Queen Bed
West twin
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
East hall bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
East suite
Toilet · Shower only
West hall bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
West suite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything
**Summer rentals require a seven night minimum, those bookings are Sunday to Sunday. Fall and winter stays require a three night minimum.**
The Ultimate Dune is just what you're looking for. It's an oceanfront cottage on the wide side of the island with lots of space for your friends and family. Dune boasts its own private beachfront deck with a boardwalk down to the beach. The home came under new ownership in 2021 and has undergone lots of upgrades since then.
LIVING SPACES Since Dune was a duplex in the past, there are two living rooms. Each one has smart TVs equipped with Roku for streaming your favorite content. There's a PS4 and a Wii with games for rainy days too. Each side of the house also has a dining space for morning coffee, family feasts, and game nights. There is only one kitchen now and you have full access to both sides during your stay. You won't have to share with any other parties. Dune has a cozy mix of midcentury pieces and up-cycled beachy furniture. 'Ultimately' we tried to give this one-level house a modern take on a late 60s surf shack.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS There are five bedrooms, each with their own unique styling: 1. West queen suite: one queen, a small ensuite bathroom with small shower, and TV 2. West double: a twin bed and pullout trundle and no TV 3. West king: one king bed, funky plant wallpaper, and TV 4. East queen suite: one queen bed, large ensuite bathroom with a small shower, and TV 5. East king: one king bed and TV There is one full bathroom with a tub for kids on the west side and another full bathroom with a walk in shower on the east side hallway.
KITCHEN The kitchen is stocked with the usual suspects - stainless steel pots and pans, nonstick pans, silverware, knives, Vitamix blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer pro, two drip coffee makers, French press, electric water kettle, electric flat top griddle, tupperware, drink ware, utensils, sippy cups, infant spoons, and more. The pantry has a collection of herbs and spices for your dinners in. Sorry, no Keurig - we try to save plastic where we can.
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION You're just a short trip away from restaurants, grocery stores (Publix and Food Lion), and the Emerald Isle bridge. The Bogue Inlet Pier and Surf's Up Grill are less than a mile away by way of the beach.
LINENS Clean linens provided by a local company and are included for your stay (sheets, pillowcases, light quilts, towels, bathmats, and kitchen towels). All you need are your beach towels. And clothes. Don't forget clothes.
FOR THE KIDS We've got a highchair, Baby Bjorn travel bed, baby monitor camera, and eating essentials if you're bringing a small child. You'll need to let me know if you need a mattress cover for the travel bed.
BEACH EQUIPMENT For your convenience, we provide our guests with beach chairs (there are at least six), beach toys, a 52-quart Igloo cooIer that can hold 80 cans, and a Shibumi shade (check them out online!). If you need anything else there are rental companies in the area.
EXPLORE NATURE - Emerald Isle Woods Park - Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area - Fort Macon State Park
OTHER ATTRACTIONS - Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier & Surf's Up Grill - Shepherd's BBQ (hopefully it reopens) - Fish Hut (it's worth the line, best beach food and drinks on the island.) - North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - Golfin Dolphin - Lost treasure Golf & Raceway
HOUSE RULES & PRECAUTIONS - No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property inside or out - No pets allowed - Grills must be used in the driveway away from the house. - Do not leave sliding doors open for extended periods, the salt air destroys the furniture and lets the AC out and bugs in. - No temporary structures permitted on the decks (canopies, tents, hammocks, pools, and or hot tubs) - Turn off foot wash after each use, otherwise water leaks can cause erosion under the house - Please use coasters under all beverages to protect the furniture - Follow directions on signage throughout the property and leave all doors in and out of the garage closed at all times. - Must be 27 to book - Large events, parties, and large gatherings prior are not allowed unless approval is granted prior to booking - This is a beautiful beach community, please be respectful to nature and wildlife (turn the deck lights off at night, don't feed the critters, pick up trash when you see it) - No littering, leave things looking better than you found them. - Additional fees and taxes may apply - For your safety, the house is equipped with two exterior security cameras to monitor the entrances and a camera on the main entrance lock keypad.
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No littering, no glass on the beach, no smoking, and no pets. No refunds are given due to bad weather.
Please leave the sliding doors on the deck closed and the garage doors closed. The salt air and humidity destroy the items inside.
Under no circumstances are temporary structures (canopies, tents, hammocks, inflatable pools, or hot tubs) or grills permitted on any of the decks.
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Emerald Isle
Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Pocosin Wilderness and Hammocks Beach State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Marks Restaurant - 10 min drive
Bogue Sound Distillery - 10 min drive
Which Wich - 9 min drive
Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - 4 min drive
Surf's Up Grill And Bar - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?
As of 8 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything on 26 Apr, 2026 start from S$964, 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 The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything located?
Nestled on the beach, this Emerald Isle holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Emerald Isle Beach, Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Perfect for our three generation family, from 4 months to 83 years. Having everything on one level was very nice especially with the two living areas. The host was so kind and always quick to respond and help planning before and even during the trip!
Property was perfect for our family. Loved having two living spaces. Deck was large enough for evening gatherings. Everything was clean. Kitchen was well stocked. Really appreciated the extra touch with kids' books and beach toys. 10/10 recommend!
The property had a wonderful layout, beautifully decorated and the most complete kitchen equipment for making family meals. Was able to unpack and immediately enjoy the beach. Wonderful location, love being right on the beach and plan to come again soon.
We have stayed several times at this property and my family loves it. It feels like our home away from home. House is in a great location and it is perfect for my family. Already planning our vacation for next year!!!
This house was perfect for our fall week at Emerald Isle. The large deck and easy access to the beach made it easy to enjoy sunrises, sunsets, and as much time as we wanted in the sand. The kitchen was spacious, well-stocked and well-designed — a pleasure for people who enjoy cooking. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Melyssa’s property was perfect for our family stay. It was especially well equipped for our 5 month old granddaughter. The house was clean, convenient and ready for us when we arrived. Melyssa was very responsive and helpful. We would not hesitate to recommend her house for a stay on Emerald Isle.
Amazing home! Location on the beach was fabulous. House accommodated 6 adults perfectly. Melyssa was easy to contact and extremely helpful. Would absolutely recommend this property.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautifully decorated home. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out, including two oceanfront living rooms. The owners were also friendly and helpful throughout the rental process. We had a great time!
Eileen L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2022
Eileen and her family are wonderful guests. We would happily recommend them and host them again.
Check in was very easy. Melyssa was very helpful and replied quickly! The kitchen had everything we needed. Having two separate living rooms was perfect for our family of ten. We enjoyed the Wii. Every room had comfortable beds. There was plenty of hot water for showers and great water pressure. This house was the perfect location! The beach is clean and just steps away! We rented bikes and easily rode to Sol Bowl everyday! The bike path is very close to this beach house. We found the neighborhood to be quiet and family oriented. We will definitely stay here again!
The house was much larger than we thought and was very clean and comfortable. The location was great location. We would definitely rent again. The only thing I did not like was that the town allows trucks to pull onto the beach to fish. Never quite understand why you would want trucks on a beautiful beach.
We spent a week at this property in late June. The location cannot be beat. Even with neighbors on both sides, the house was very quiet. Being a few steps from the beach was a huge perk. Melyssa responded to any question quickly. The layout of the house is great, with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, and two separate living spaces. Nothing we couldn’t find in the kitchen for cooking. Thanks for a great stay!
Super location and house was well equipped. Owner was very responsive when needed and he went out of his way to send back a DVD that was left in his player. Ceiling fans in every room guarantee you will not be hot overnight. Well equipped kitchen as well as condiments. The living room without the kitchen got the most action as the couch can accommodate more people. Both TV's are ready to have you log in your favorite streaming channels. Use the Roku channel to show how long you are staying and it will log you out of all your channels after you leave. There is a Shibumi in the garage for the beach.
Our family reunion of 3 brothers and 2 sisters and their spouses was truly perfect! We all flew or drive in from Florida, Kansas City, Buffalo and Pennsylvania. We highly recommend the Ultimate Dunes! Everyday we woke up and pinched ourselves while we looked out at the rolling waves of the ocean and sat on the deck or wandered down to the water just steps away. A little windy but with the Shibumi provided we sat in the shade regardless of the wind. The Shibumi was easy to put up and take down!!! Everyone had them! Even though it called for rain everyday we had no rain just awesome sunshine!
Melyissa and her crew was truly there for us with any questions! The one service need we had was met quickly by her friendly maintenance helper Rob. The home is updated and tastefully decorated! The privacy of each bedroom and the multiple baths was so great. The two living rooms made for plenty of room to read a book or gather for some fun games! We bought express charades, played a few other games and laughed a lot! The kitchen was well stocked and gathering around the large dinner table inside or the patio picnic table overlooking the beach was fantastic. Enough said…we will be back!
Gene and Marg M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us, we appreciate your feedback and hope you have a great rest of your summer!
Our stay at the vacation beach house 'The Ultimate Dune' was incredible! The ocean-front location made it so easy for our kids and grandkids to freely come and go to the beach. Endless days were spent going into the ocean, walking the beach and building castles in the sand. The house was very comfortable, and had everything we needed to enjoy family meals and entertain the kids. The hosts were very responsive and beautifully maintain their beach vacation home. Thank you!
Had a wonderful time at the Dune! The layout worked great for the whole family to be together and to spread out as needed. Everything was clean, beautifully decorated and the ocean views were outstanding. We look forward to staying there again.
We really enjoyed our stay at the Ultimate Dune and Emerald Isle. The furnishings were top notch and the kitchen was fully stocked. We appreciated many of the finer appointments that the owner had taken to make our stay more comfortable. We could not have been closer to the ocean and while we didn't need it, there was an assortment of beach stuff at our disposal. Having stayed at various beach houses for nearly 20 years through vrbo, we generally don't stay at the same place twice, but we may make an exception next year for this one.
We had a great stay. Melyssa was very responsive & the house reminded me of my childhood beach cottage. Not a lot of frills but had everything we needed. Would book again.
As they describe, this is a former duplex converted into one rental, with lots of recent renovations. As such there are some quirks, but it is a great place to stay. There is a large deck and picnic table that we enjoyed using. It has a great location, in a "neighborhood" rather than on a main drag. It is within walking distance of a pier, and close to shopping.
We loved having two living rooms, one for adults and one for the kids. One of the bedrooms doesn't have a tv or dresser but we made due. There is a white couch in the living room that seems designed more for kids (with games and video games), but were afraid to let the kids in there due to the risk of stains. There was an issue with the dryer not working but the owner replaced it with a new dryer.
We really enjoyed our stay here! The house was very clean and well-stocked. Melyssa was super responsive about questions. Not to mention, the oceanfront views can’t be beat. Emerald Isle is a small town and the beach never got too packed which was great. I would definitely recommend this property to friends and stay here again!
Property was accurate to the listing and clean. We really enjoyed our time and being able to walk out directly onto the beach and have meals or coffee out on the back deck overlooking the view. The beach wasn’t crowded and the town was quaint and quiet. Melyssa was super communicative and helpful! Highly recommend!
Jenna S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Melyssa May
Greetings,
I'm a Carteret County native who purchased this home in January 2021 from a seller in Florida who had owned the property since 2008. My team has been working hard to get the house ready for you with new ac units, landscaping, interior and exterior paint, popcorn ceiling removal, accent wall treatments, new furniture, and trinkets. Sustainability is important to me so most of the pieces have been up-cycled and restored by local dealers. There are also few pieces that I found in my grandparent's basement scattered throughout.
Fun fact 1: The name The Ultimate Dune is play on the video game, The Ultimate Doom. Fun fact 2: Shrimp burgers are my favorite food, I highly recommend you get one from Surf's Up Grill at Bogue Inlet Pier, The Big Oak in Salter Path, or make the trek to El's in Morehead City. Don't forget the ketchup!
Enjoy your stay and let me know if you need anything!
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