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Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel range, and a tiled backsplash.
A dining room with a white table and chairs, a chandelier, and a large window with blinds.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.
Room
A spacious living room with a large blue sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Plantation
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand

Welcome to Shorr Thing — your private slice of paradise in the heart of Emerald Isle!

Just steps from the sand and a short stroll to the pier, this stunning coastal retreat blends laid-back beach vibes with upscale comfort. Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck, soaking in the hot tub under the stars, or spending the day poolside, Shorr Thing was designed for unforgettable beach memories.

Location and Relaxation

Perfectly situated near the shoreline, you’ll enjoy:
An easy walk to the beach
Close proximity to the Emerald Isle pier
Quick access to local restaurants, shops, and attractions
A peaceful setting with everything nearby

Your Private Backyard Oasis

The fenced backyard is a true highlight:
✔ Private saltwater pool (seasonal heating available upon request; please inquire for daily rates)
✔ Hot tub for evening unwinding
✔ Lounge chairs & outdoor seating
✔ Charcoal grill & picnic table
✔ Spacious deck for gathering

Spend your days poolside and your evenings soaking under the coastal sky.

Spacious Layout – Perfect for Families & Groups

With two fully equipped kitchens and separate living areas, Shorr Thing is ideal for multi-generational families or groups traveling together.

Main Living Area:
Comfortable L-shaped sectional
Smart TV
Accent chairs
Board games for family nights
Direct access to the outdoor deck

Private Suite Living Area:
Cozy sofa (with pull-out queen)
Smart TV
Separate seating space — perfect for added privacy

Two Fully Equipped Kitchens

Cook with ease using modern appliances including:
Stove, oven, microwave
Keurig + drip coffee maker
Crockpot & toaster
Refrigerator/freezer & dishwasher
Fully stocked cookware, dishes & serving ware

Dining Spaces:
Main dining table (seats 8)
Breakfast bar (2 seats)
Eat-in nook (4 seats)
Suite dining table (4 seats) + breakfast bar (2 seats)

Comfortable Sleeping for Everyone (4 Bedrooms + Sleeper Sofas)

Primary Suite: King bed + pull-out queen sofa (ideal for kids)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Queen bed
Suite Bedroom: King bed
Suite Living Area: Pull-out queen sofa

All bedrooms include premium linens, extra pillows, closets, dressers, and bedside lamps to ensure a restful night’s sleep.

4 Full Bathrooms

Each bathroom features:
Walk-in shower
Fresh towels
Hair dryer
Starter toiletries
Vanity & mirror

Modern Conveniences

✔ High-speed Wi-Fi
✔ Dedicated desk space for remote work
✔ Smart TVs (main living area + master bedroom + suite)
✔ Air conditioning & heating
✔ Two washer/dryer sets (main house + suite)
✔ Personalized Wi-Fi lock entry
✔ Private driveway parking for up to 4 vehicles

Please note: No street parking is allowed (vehicles may be ticketed or towed).

House Rules:
No pets
No smoking inside
No parties or events
Rental Agreement and picture ID required for booking

Whether you're planning a family vacation, couples’ retreat, or beach getaway with friends, Shorr Thing offers the space, privacy, and amenities to make it effortless.

Book your stay and experience the best of Emerald Isle. Sun, Sand, and Total Relaxation await!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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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 and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rentals during summer (May 15-September 11) require a 7 night minimum and checkin/checkout on Saturdays only.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4413602vb
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

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near a water park. Emerald Forest Golf and Star Hill Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Travelling with kids? Consider Salty Pirate Water Park and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Plantation - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 33 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shorr Thing: Poolside Days, Hot Tub Nights, & Steps from the Sand located?

This family-friendly Emerald Isle holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Forest Golf, The Sweet Spot and Emerald Isle Adventures. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lovely home suited every need for our 8 person family vacation. The pictures certainly don’t do it justice. The way the home was laid out was perfect for our family and everyone had plenty of space to call their own. The pool, hot tub, and the short walk to the beach took this place over the top! We will certainly be renting this home again for our next trip!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I think the highest compliment that can be made is the fact we are returning guests having stayed here last year as well. Our family enjoyed the house (great interior space and pool) and location (easy access to beach and shops/restaurants) so much we accommodated our schedule to take advantage of an open slot to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week at this beach house! The house was beautiful, clean, and had everything we needed. The location was perfect and made it easy to get to the beach and other nearby attractions.The saltwater pool was a favorite with everyone in our group—we spent a lot of time enjoying it!We had such a great time that we're already planning to come back. We'd definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing beach trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is probably the cleanest place we’ve stayed at in 40 visits to EI. Surprisingly large inside and outside living areas. Beautiful kitchen and outdoor spaces. Very short walk to the beach and some restaurants/shops. Both children and adults had a lovely week. Thanks for hosting us! We will plan to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the Shor Thing. Such a comfortable house with plenty of room. Just a beautiful home to stay in.Dona Dye
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed for the weekend. 6 adults, 3 children including a baby. This place was perfect! First impressions were incredible. The property looks like a normal beach house from the outside but the inside is simply top notch. Super clean, nice open area for family gatherings. Great selection of bed rooms especially for the parents with kids. The outdoor shower was great when getting back from the beach and the pool was just amazing. My only regret is that we didn’t stay longer. Great access to the beach. There was also a few baby related items on the property including a crib and a few other things. The one thing I’d maybe add would be a baby gate since the stairs to the lower level are pretty steep. But, overall, probably a top 3 stay since using vrbo and when we revisit Emerald Isle, this place will be our first priority!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter Family Getaway

This property was perfect for our extended family!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family place

Great house for large family gathering...plenty of common kitchen/dining/living space but also nice areas for those times you need a bit of individual space. A nicely furnished kitchen, wonderful pool and outdoor space, and easy walk to beach access make this a place we would love to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for families!

We loved our entire experience! The house was beautiful and clean. The location was close to the beach, restaurants and shops. The host was extremely accommodating and quick to respond to all messages. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners were flexible and accommodating. The house was very clean and the lady who cleaned the house went above and beyond to help us feel comfortable. Nice walk to beach. Great pool area. Great walking path for exercise as well as walking to restaurants. Fantastic house to choose!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a gem! We were a family of 5 adults and two littles (1 and 3 years old), and this home was perfect for our crew. There was plenty of space, and all the thoughtful accommodations made us feel so welcome and right at home.Nicole was an amazing host — truly 10-star communication! She did such a great job making sure we were set up for a fantastic week and was always quick to respond.The downstairs apartment-style layout was especially perfect for two adults and their two little girls. It gave them their own space to parent, relax, and enjoy those early-morning “Can we go to the beach…NOW?!” moments without waking everyone upstairs. We loved being so close to the beach, and the wagon made hauling all the beach gear much easier. The saltwater pool was also a huge bonus for those days when the beach setup felt like a little too much. And with sandy kiddos, the outdoor shower was definitely appreciated!Another HUGE plus is how conveniently located this home is to everything — restaurants, shopping, doctors, rentals, hardware stores, gas, bait and tackle… you name it!Between the location, space, amenities, and an incredible host, this home really has it all. We loved our stay and would absolutely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay in this property. Very large rooms. Several bathrooms. Loved the salt water, heated pool and hot tub. Roads around the property were safe for kids to ride their bikes. Close to shopping and recreation. Walked a block or so to the beach. Decor of the home was amazing. Can't say anything negative about this property and host. It was the best property we ever stayed at, and we rent every year at different NC beaches. This rates a 10 out of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home. We loved it. Very close to the beach and a quick walk/drive to all restaurants. Great outdoor pool area. Will definitely be staying at this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

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