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Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home!

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A wooden deck with white Adirondack chairs and a table overlooking the ocean.
A window seat with books and a potted plant.
A two-story beachfront building with multiple balconies and a wooden deck.
A dining area with a wooden table, white benches, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, and pendant lighting. There is a dining area with a sofa and a TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
With a beachfront view, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests and features 3 bathrooms. It offers ocean views and outdoor areas, including a porch, patio, and deck. Nearby activities include hiking, biking, and waterskiing, while the property also provides games and access to golf. Attractions include 3rd Street Park and Beach Wheels Bike Rental.

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Emerald Isle Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 3rd Street Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home!

Note in shoulder and prime season 7-day rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
2026 Updates: New fans in main room with remotes, updated lighting in all bathrooms. New hammock chair on lower deck. New stove and microwave.
2025 Updates: New bedframes in all the rooms, no more old box springs! New coffee maker (drip and - k cup), Ninja Air Fryer!
2024Updates:
New ROKU's for all TV's with YouTube TV included. New glassed in shower in the main bedroom along with fresh new paint and decor. New stainless refrigerator.

Welcome to Xanadu East! It's gorgeous! We are an oceanfront duplex with amazing views, great for families with kids or adults looking for an adult only get-away. This is a light, bright and airy oceanfront duplex with incredible sweeping ocean views. Two oceanfront and two ocean view bedrooms help you feel at home with your friends and family in the tastefully decorated beach home. Ceiling fans help spread the ocean breezes to every room. Two large decks and a few steps to the wide expanse of beach frontage enhance every moment at Xanadu. Watch the dolphins lazily pass by, often taking time to frolic and fish in the surf. Pelicans and seabirds galore. Surf fishing both in and out of season is excellent. Clean your fish and have them for dinner! Do get a license.

o This duplex sits taller and closer to the ocean than its neighbors which makes for amazing views! One can see all the way from Indian Beach to the Point from the top deck. We've discovered that by being closer to the ocean (while not giving up good beach depth) life with kids and especially little ones is just much easier! You can see your kids easily from the deck if you'd like to have a drink or you just take a few steps and you are right on the beach with them. There is a large outdoor shower with hot and cold water outside for cleaning off all the sand that seems to get everywhere!

o We attempt to maintain Xanadu East in the best condition we can provide each season. We have personal artwork, all the pictures are taken by our family to showcase our love of the Crystal Coast and the beauty we find. The updated decks flow off the living area creating an amazing place to gather with family, friends and beautiful views. 2023 brings new flooring in the bedrooms, new couches and chairs upstairs!

o Two very roomy decks are accessed through the sliders in the ocean front bedrooms. The first floor deck is completely shaded and is equipped with polywood chairs and rockers, foot rests, and side tables. A hammock for your fun and comfort! A picnic table provides easy eating space. The top deck makes for a great place to eat a meal. Also included are polywood chairs and rockers along with a picnic table and umbrella and a couple of chaise lounges. Each deck has an exit gate to keep kids where you need them.

o The second floor includes the living area, kitchen, dining area and a second main bedroom and bathroom. The second floor has a vaulted ceiling with canned lighting and fans with remotes in both the lounging area, the dining area and bedroom. Two sets of sliding doors provide an incredible amount of light to the entire second floor. You can eat in the dining area and your digestion will be aided by the views of the Atlantic Ocean beckoning to you. A large bay window provides additional light.

o For those that want to explore the island, there are plenty of activities away from the beach for everyone in your group. For the active: bicycling (rentals available on island), golf, kayak and boat rentals, mini-golf, golf-carts, amusement park, horseback riding, volleyball, water park, driving range, skating, off-shore fishing, kite-flying. For the sightseer and shopper: There is Morehead City, Beaufort waterfront, Swansboro waterfront shops and antiques, Emerald Isle shops, North Carolina Aquarium and more.

o We provide gates at the top of each outdoor stairway, beach chairs (limited), beach towels, sand toys, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, small baby wading pool (not always available based on prior guest usage), charcoal & gas grill, hammock, 3 picnic tables, deck chairs, rockers, chaises, games, puzzles, books. We supply complimentary toilet paper and paper towels for your arrival. Pack your clothes and leave the rest to us.

o Flat screen TVs in living room area and all bedrooms with Roku TV and YouTubeTV. Undercover parking.

NOTE: There are two exterior security cameras located ground level, one facing the driveway and front stairway, and the other facing the back entrance and stairway.

o Located on the beautiful Crystal Coast of Carteret County, Emerald Isle is located south of Cape Hatteras. WE ARE THE SOUTHERN OUTER BANKS (SOBX) The beach community is family oriented, quiet and never crowded! A short drive will provide plenty of activities for you and your family.

o North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knolls Shore, Miniature golf, water park, restaurants, Morehead City and Beaufort docks to rent deep-sea fishing boats or take a trip to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and come away with an incredible supply of shells. Always plenty of beach space for your vacation pleasure. EXQUISITE sunrise and sunsets to begin and end glorious beach days. Quiet strolls along the beach 24/7! Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter within 15 minutes. Hammocks Beach State Park, Bear Island, Harker's Island, Cedar Island, deep sea fishing. (black sea bass, vermilion snapper, amber jack, mahi-mahi, trigger fish et al. Couldn't ask for much more. Plenty of shopping for just about anything a beach lover might want to buy! Food Lion and Publix are conveniently located for those who develop an appetite on the beach.

NOTE - For new bookings in the 2024 and beyond season pets will NOT be allowed.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The close proximity to the beach is a safety bonus
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Events

No events allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you smoke outside please pick up cigarette butt
Pets are not allowed, except for service animals, $150 per pet required. Renter will be responsible for damage caused by pet that exceeds $150.
No smoking inside property, no exceptions!
CANCELLATIONS: Cancel 60 days or more 100% refund. Cancel 30-60 days 50% refund. Otherwise no refund. We advise you to get traveler's insurance.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 40632
Property # 40632vb
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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near theme parks and on 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Big Rock Stadium or Cougar Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • 3rd Street Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 47 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 43 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Drafthouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Oak Drive-In & BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Clam Digger Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! ?

As of 1 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! on 24 Oct, 2026 start from S$2,277, 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.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Xanadu East, your home away from home! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Emerald Isle holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and 3rd Street Park. Beach Wheels Bike Rental and Flatwaters Paddling are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sheridan & Lawrence King w/ Tony Dold

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We finally became "locals" after buying Xanadu East back in 2001, now living just across the Emerald Isle Bridge. When we bought it, we wanted to provide a family 'gathering' place that everyone would love. We found it! Xanadu East is everyone's "happy place". We've been able to spend time as a family during the spring and summer, and also enjoying the beautiful shoulder and off-seasons. Our kids have been able to grow up enjoying the beautiful Crystal Coast during vacations along with their many friends! A true family experience!

Why they chose this property

I grew up coming to Emerald Isle every summer for many years since I was the age of my own kids. Emerald Isle is a 'generational' place for us. My kids adore it now as much as I did when they were children. We have passed that love for all things "water" to our family and hope they'll share it with theirs someday. They can't wait to get here and hate to leave. They call it their Happy Place, and it is.

What makes this property unique

Constant relaxation! Check out some amazing places to visit while you are on the Crystal Coast. To eat, check out Rucker John's, Trading Post, Fish Hut Grill . . there are great options on the Island. Head over to Morehead and hit Red Fish or Ruddy Duck, or even Floyds. Swansboro is also lovely . . Yana's is an early breakfast landmark or get a Low Country Boil from The Boro. Need something different to do . . check out Carteret Speedway a short drive from EI, it is a blast! Like to fish, head out to Morehead and the Carolina Princess, they'll treat you like family. Or, grab the Island Ferry and head to Shackleford Banks or Cape Lookout and go shelling and see the wild horses. Or, grab a chair and just watch the waves roll in!

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