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The Finnish Line: On The Point! Walk to Beach, Perfect Family Retreat

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Exterior
3rd floor living room
3rd floor living room
3rd floor living room
3rd floor living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Emerald isle, North Carolina
  • Place, Emerald Isle Woods Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Plantation
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Finnish Line: On The Point! Walk to Beach, Perfect Family Retreat

The Finnish Line is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home at the premier Emerald Isle location of The Point! Enjoy the sunset and sunrise views of the ocean to the south, the inlet to the west, and the sound to the north. This is a home made for family fun with a huge well-stocked kitchen, 2 living rooms both with views, a front porch with opposing porch swings, another front porch on the third floor with a comfortable lounge, and a rear deck with outdoor dining and porch chairs. All of the decks have a view of the evening sunset. There is a grill on the rear patio as well as an outdoor shower with private changing room.

The double carport on the ground level is deep enough to accommodate four cars and the backyard has room to play - kick a ball, play catch, throw a frisbee - it's a lovely space with porch and patio seating for those who prefer to watch.

As you enter the house on the second floor, the door opens to the foyer, with french doors left and right leading to identical master bedrooms, each with a king bed, a full bath, a large walk-in closet, a TV and Roku. Each is perfect for a quiet retreat after a busy day or simply for a quiet night's sleep. Beyond the foyer, though another set of french doors, is a large 20' X 14' living area with 52' LCD SONY TV and Roku. A third bedroom has a queen bed, double closet and a Smart TV. A fourth bedroom has 2 twin beds (which can be pushed together to make a king), a double closet and a TV and DVD player. These two bedrooms share a tiled bath across from which is the laundry area with a washer and new dryer. The cabinets include cleaning products and light bulbs. Blankets and extra pillows are provided in each bedroom, including king sheets for the two twins.

The main living area is on the third floor, with the best views. There is a large comfortable living room, a huge, well-stocked kitchen, and dining table that seats 8 and bar seating for 8 for those who like to talk to the cooks at work. The kitchen has a Keirug and Mr. Coffee maker, crock pot, large pot for low country boil, many serving dishes and lots of utensils and cookware, electric grill pan, blender, and old-fashioned milkshake blender, toaster oven with air fryer, waffle iron, electric mixer, tea kettle, spices and herbs, mini fridge in the pantry, placemats, microwave, and a double oven.

There is a choice of access to the beaches. Go left to the walkway that will take you over the dunes or go right to the broad expanse of 'The Point'. Either way, you have open space enough for picnics, games and even a touch of solitude.

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5280910vb
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 near the beach, this holiday home is in The Point, a neighbourhood in Emerald Isle. Emerald Forest Golf and Star Hill Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Emerald isle, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Emerald Forest Golf - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪By The Bridge - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Finnish Line: On The Point! Walk to Beach, Perfect Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Finnish Line: On The Point! Walk to Beach, Perfect Family Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Finnish Line: On The Point! Walk to Beach, Perfect Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Finnish Line: On The Point! Walk to Beach, Perfect Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Finnish Line: On The Point! Walk to Beach, Perfect Family Retreat located?

Located in The Point, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Emerald Isle Woods Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Salty Pirate Water Park. Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald Forest Golf are also within 6 miles (10 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. 56 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, beautiful home that was well equipped and in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Beautiful home!

Our family enjoyed staying at The Finnish Line. A short walk to the beach, plenty of room for everyone, both inside and on the porches. Excellent coastal property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always the Finnish Line is the perfect family beach home! We have vacationed here many times and it’s the only place we will stay! Perfect location, always clean, beautiful decor and every amenity you will need! So many special, happy memories here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed another Emerald Isle vacation at The Finnish Line this year. My family has returned to this location for years and always enjoys the stay. The location at The Point is ideal for access to the beach as well as the surrounding communities like Swansboro. The owners take great care of the house - there’s always something new about the place each year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tayler N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a beautiful area. There was a small hiccup during the stay with a swing, but the owner handled the situation very professionally, and had the swing fixed by the next day! We had a wonderful time overall, and would highly recommend the property for gatherings of 34 couples!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week! The house is very nice, was clean and well appointed. The owner was responsive and very accommodating. Absolutely no complaints. It's a great location, and has lovely landscaping, too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate I.

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

Gorgeous Beach House

We love this house. It is so beautiful, spacious, well decorated, and well appointed. It has everything a family needs for a comfortable, relaxed, and lovely vacation at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Great week in beautiful home!

Beautiful home with all the amenities! Close walk to beach. Wonderful family vacation..will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you. Making friends is part of the VRBO experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

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

The Point

Love this house and it’s location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2020
Our goal has been to offer a time and place to enjoy the magic of ocean waves, sea breezes, and sand underfoot. We share with you the love of The Finnish Line and its location at The Point, the tip of North Carolina's Southern Outer Banks.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

McCarty Annual Beach Trip

The Finnish line was spotless when we arrived. House is stocked with everything you need. Great proximity to two beach accesses. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2020
Thank you for your comments. There are many options along the North Carolina Coast for families to spent a relaxing and enjoyable week or more. We are happy that you chose Emerald Isle and the Finnish Line and hope to see you again next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate I.

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

Perfect!

We had a lovely stay, and will definitely be back! The house is beautiful, so comfortable so nicely decorated-we did not want to leave! We were lucky with a very nice week at the beach, and we are already looking forward to coming back next summer! Thank you so much for a wonderful stay and for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

CHRISTINE S.

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

Great Location!

We have been renting the Finnish Line for several years now. This property never disappoints! Location is perfect, great restaurants, lots of activities, and the owners are super easy to deal with. We have recommended friends and family to stay at the Finnish Line and they too have enjoyed it as much as we do. Looking forward to our next stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Great House By The Point

My family has been staying at Emerald Isle for years and has returned to Finnish Line for several years now. The Point neighborhood is great and the house is within walking distance of several access points to the beach. The house always seems to have something new each year when we return and the owners and management team are very responsive.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Family Reunion

This property couldn’t have been more perfect for two families to share and host dinners for the rest of the families. The property was clean, well maintained, the location was perfect. Both the owners and the local property management were prompt with any questions and issues. Hopefully we will be back for another reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Another Great Stay at Finnish Line

My family and I just wrapped up another great vacation spent at Finnish Line on Emerald Isle. The Finns are great hosts - answering questions when they come up and keeping the house both well stocked and maintained. The beach in this neighborhood is sizable and not crowded. We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

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

Beautiful home!

This house has a nice layout and is beautifully decorated. We love to cook, and the kitchen is so well equipped and had everything we needed to prepare any meal we wanted. There are water views from all the porches which is so nice but it is a short walk to the beach. We had small children so next time we will rent a cart or two to pull all the supplies or even the kids. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Best beach house

My family can't say enough about our first stay at The Finnish Line! The house was wonderful in every way. Well stocked kitchen. A top deck balcony that we could have spent all day on enjoying the view. Well maintained. Nicely decorated. We had the most wonderful week at our 1st time in Emerald Isle. Sure hoping we can do it again. Thank you Bill and Patty
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

The Finnish Line property was just perfect!

Thanks Bill! Your beautiful home was the perfect place for our family to unwind and relax. You have thought of every detail and it shows in your beautiful home. We went to the beach every day and enjoyed fun movie nights together in the upstairs living room. We are looking forward to a return visit when our schedules permit. Just an awesome place and a blessing to be able to enjoy it. Thanks, the Hampton family
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your note. Your comments along with those of others during our experience with Hurricane Florence have been well received. With a few new shingles and a coat of paint, we look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg C.

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

Lovely home…perfect location!

This was our first time in Emerald Isle, and this house didn’t disappoint! If you love the beach, this home is for you: beautiful ocean views from the third floor deck with nice ocean breezes, sound views from back deck, plenty of outside space to enjoy including porch swings, close beach access, ceiling fans in every room, nicely and tastefully decorated…I could go on and on. We just returned home today, and I feel so relaxed. All the stress melted away as soon as I stepped inside the Finnish Line. Property owner was so nice and responsive, too! I would definitely recommend this home for some R&R!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

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

Repeat stay

We had a wonderful time. The beach at this end is large even at high tide. Even though the weather didn’t cooperate, we were able to get outside. There is a wonderful path, where I walked everyday, easily accessible for exercise and the men purchased a pass to drive on the beach with all their fishing gear. We are getting older so the unpacking is getting harder bc of the 2 flights of steps necessary to reach the kitchen and living area. The view from the porches is well worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Best way to describe it - Perfect!

I had the opportunity to organize a reunion with sisters and cousins that we refer to as a ya-ya gathering. The word that kept coming up to describe our stay was perfect. The house provided everything we could ask for and more. We spent most of our time on the porches with coffee or wine, or at the beach. Thank you for providing such quality beach chairs. This is an example of many of the details that are considered for a wonderful stay for guests. The overall experience has set the bar for future ya-ya gatherings. I can't wait to book the house to share and make memories with my immediate family. Thanks for the hospitality the quick responsiveness to all of my questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. But remember, the real keys to a 'perfect' vacation are the people your are with.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lila P.

Amazing

Loved! Loved! Loved!!! The views are great from all porches. The kitchen/living/dining area is great for everyone to be together. The bedroom level worked perfect for us. While the future bride and her attendants were being entertained on the top level, my husband enjoyed the tv area on the bedroom level. Bedroom level lets one retire for the night without being disturbed by those still up on the upper level. It is a quick walk to the ocean. You can see the point and the activity going on there from the top deck. From the back deck you see the coast guard station. Convenient to great shops and dining but a neighborhood feeling. We loved our week there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
For the new couple: By William Shakespeare Sonnet 116 Let me not to the marriage of true minds Admit impediments. Love is not love Which alters when it alteration finds, Or bends with the remover to remove. O no! it is an ever-fixed mark That looks on tempests and is never shaken; It is the star to every wandering bark, Whose worth's unknown, although his height be taken. Love's not Time's fool, though rosy lips and cheeks Within his bending sickle's compass come; Love alters not with his brief hours and weeks, But bears it out even to the edge of doom. If this be error and upon me proved, I never writ, nor no man ever loved.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alice T.

The Perfect Home Away from Home!

While this was our family's first stay at the Finnish Line, we hope it will not be our last. This property will not disappoint....it is wonderfully comfortable and beautifully decorated. The master bedrooms are large with sitting space for reading or watching TV. You will not feel crowded or disappointed in this home. The large, open plan, upper level incorporates the kitchen, dining and living spaces and will accommodate a large number of people. The kitchen is amazingly equipped and had everything needed for meal prep, from an instant read thermometer to a rolling pin and all the pots, pans, and baking sheets a non-vacation home would likely have. There are beautiful views of both the ocean and sound from the upper level front and back decks. During our stay, my husband spent many hours on the front upper deck reading and napping. We enjoyed drinks and appetizers on the front deck and made homemade ice cream on the back deck. It is clear the homeowners want your stay in their vacation home to be a positive experience. The property was immaculate and the owners quickly responded to any questions or concerns.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Think you so very much for your kind review and such nice compliments. We do try to keep our house as comfortable, updated, and well-equipped as your own home. We hope that you will come back again and again! Many thanks, The Finns
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andy R.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

House was dirty but great location

We arrived and the house hadn't been cleaned. The response I received from the property management company was "well you're early". It was 2:45 (3:00 official check in time) and the owner had told us we were good to go and given us the code. A very nice woman and young man arrived to clean about 20 minutes later as an emergency crew. They spent about an hour and were very apologetic. They tried their best but there were still dirty sheets left on one of the beds, hair on the bathroom floors and overall it felt rushed and unclean all week. I had tried to contact the owner through VRBO but messages never went through- I assume they turned that feature off so property management could handle issues. Disappointing start to our trip but the location was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2022
Thank you for your comments. What you experienced regarding the cleaning and linen package was unacceptable. We are meeting with our Homeowners Services to determine if this was an isolated event or if it represents a structural problem. We spend a considerable amount of time and effort to make the days at The Finnish Line as enjoyable as possible. We rely on reviews such as yours to identify problems so that changes can be made when necessary.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect set up for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

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