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Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access

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A single-story building with a porch, two rocking chairs, and a wooden deck.
Private beach access
Private beach access
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • 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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Emerald Isle Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Sweet Spot
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Room #1

1 King Bed

Guest Room #2

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Primary Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access

Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower
Enjoy the best of both worlds — a peaceful, beautifully renovated cottage just a short drive or walk from the beach, paired with exclusive free private oceanfront gated parking right at the sand!

Park oceanfront in our private gated lot, unload your beach gear with ease, then rinse off in the hot outdoor shower before heading home. A private boardwalk leads straight to the beach. Your dedicated beach access is only 0.5 miles from the house and just one city block from the Bogue Inlet Pier — with free public restrooms, convenience store, Surf's Up oceanfront restaurant, tackle shop, and excellent fishing.

Home Highlights:

* Primary bedroom: Tempur-Pedic hybrid California King with adjustable base (head & foot)
* Guest room 1: King bed
* Guest room 2: Queen bed
* Fully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms (2022)
* New whole-house water filtration & softening system (2023)
* New NEMA 14-50 EV charger in the driveway (2026)
* New HVAC and appliances
* One-story home — no stairs to climb
* Large private backyard with landscaping, spacious deck, gas grill, and sunroom
* Separate laundry room + outdoor clothesline

Entertainment & Comfort:

* Roku TVs in every bedroom and living room with ad-free Hulu and Disney+
* High-speed internet
* Fully stocked kitchen with plenty of dishes, cookware, and spices
* Games, books, and modern furniture

Location & Convenience:

Located in the heart of Emerald Isle. Walk or bike to many shops and restaurants. Grocery stores are just 4 minutes away. Walk to Cedar Street Park (0.2 mi) for beautiful sound front sunsets. Great area for cyclists with the 11-mile island bike path.

What’s Included:

* Linens, towels, and starter supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, hand soap, basic spices, dishwasher tabs)
* Complimentary crib and high chair
* Professional cleaning and disinfection between guests (including high-touch surfaces)

House Rules:

* Saturday to Saturday weekly rentals only
* Check-in 4:00 PM | Check-out 10:00 AM
* No smoking
* No pets (Note: Owner’s dog has visited the home, so pet dander may be present)

This home has been a guest favorite for years. We take great pride in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and well-equipped beach cottage for your family’s memorable Emerald Isle vacation!

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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:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Please ensure the key fob for the private beach access is left on the coffee table. This is very expensive and time consuming to replace. There will be a $150 replacement fee if not present.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1388365vb
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 near the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Sweet Spot - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 36 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marks Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Emerald Isle Cottage - Private Oceanfront Parking & Boardwalk Access located?

This family-friendly Emerald Isle holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Isle Adventures and Emerald Isle Beach. The Sweet Spot and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, central to everything. Cottage was immaculate, well stocked, and beautiful inside and outside. Great kitchen, bedrooms, and private outdoor space. Every detail was well designed and thoughtfully appointed! Super responsive and helpful owner. Thanks so much, Heather. Highly recommend this amazing home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach house! Very clean, comfortable beds. The location is great and we loved the beach access. I had a couple questions that Heather responded to quickly. Would recommend/stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

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

GREAT PLACE

We had a wonderful stay at this well equipped home away from home. Great location to the beach, the Sound and the shops. The host has thought of every aminity you would need. Nice privacy fence, outdoor shower and patio area outside as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy F.

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

Awesome vacation home!

Wonderful stay!! The house had all we needed plus more and was extremely clean and comfortable! We loved the location as we could walk to the pier at the end of the street to see the sunset or drive to the private parking area for visiting the beach! The lot was private and quiet with a nice deck in the back with an outdoor table and grill. The rooms and beds were very comfortable. 100 percent would recommend! Hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob j.

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

Great Host

Great Host, responsive. Beach access via remote parking was better than expected and easy. Can walk to a fresh made donut shop from the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed D.

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

A great house

The house was extremely clean. Well equipped kitchen.All the kitchen cabinets are labeled. A great touch. We enjoyed the house and its privacy. We give it 5 stars out of 5.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vianey V.

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

Amazing!

loved it! super clean, she messaged back quickly, great overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Lovely stay at this vacation home

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at this home. We especially enjoyed having meals outside on the deck and walking down the street to the cute donut shop. The private beach access was really great to have as we could just show up and park without having to drive around endlessly looking for a spot. The little closed in sunroom was a nice surprise as it made a great spot for my toddler to hang out with his toys while still being in eye sight. Would definitely rent this home again or recommend to friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britney T.

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

Perfect beach getaway

This was our first time visiting EI, and our first time not staying on the beach, and we honestly didn't miss it. The beach is just down the street, and the private access was amazing. The sunset at the dock just down the road was gorgeous. Heather was excellent with communication, although we didn't need to bother her one bit during our stay because we had everything we needed, and more. My only suggestion would be shaded parking... and that's just being petty because we went during an insane heat wave and I have black leather seats We would not hesitate to book this home again!
Sunset at the dock
Private beach access... not crowded at all
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Fantastic home, fantastic location

We love this place!! This is our 3rd year staying here & can’t say enough good things. The house is setup really well to accommodate our group of 5 adults & 1 child. The outdoor space has a great deck w lots of shade for hanging out & meals, plus a great outdoor shower. The house is all one level & super clean. It’s in a quiet area and the beach is still easily accessible w the included parking access. This home will always be our 1st choice when vacationing in EI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ellen w.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Feelings

Great location, great layout. Loved the private beach parking. Unfortunately, the house was dirty. Toothpaste spray on the sink, dust everywhere, dog hairs in the couch, filthy oven.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
I am so sorry the house wasn’t up to our usual standards! I take this very seriously and will address each item with my cleaning staff. Please don’t hesitate to inform me of any issues during your stay and I will see that everything is addressed right away.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

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

Fun despite Hurricane Debby

We have never been to Emerald Isle. We had a great time exploring and seeing what the area had to offer. The house was perfect for our needs. Our daughter brought her best friend and they loved having their choice of rooms and all the amenities. Hurricane Debby cut our stay short because of my worry about all the rain. I highly recommend this house. So comfortable and well equipped. We will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Private, quiet, comfortable

We usually stay beach side but we are now rethinking our priorities. This property was very clean, well-equipped, and so peaceful. We love to cook and the recently updated kitchen was perfectly apportioned for big dinners and quick lunches. The updates in the master bath were thoughtful and convenient. The double cherries on top of it all was the private beach parking and beach access, and the super-fast responses to any and all questions we had (which were very few) thanks to the clear communications from the owner. We look forward to booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Great property and loved the location.

We had a great vacation at Emerald Isle and a big part of the reason was this beach house and easy access to the beach. We normally stay oceanfront, and we were a little hesitant. While no need to be. The location of the home is in a great neighborhood and the parking at the beach was easy and always available. The home was clean, with modern/updated bathrooms and kitchen. We loved the back deck. With all the shade from the trees, the deck was always cool and relaxing when getting back from the beach. Heather was great to work with and always got right back with answers to questions. I would recommend the property and we plan on staying again when we return to Emerald Isle.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Best vacation in the books

First of, this house was beautiful and super spacious. Towels, kitchen essentials, etc were all provided and ready when we arrived. Walking to the beach is easy, as well as driving to the beach. Stores are close, mini golf nearby, go karts, perfect for your kidsos enjoyment 😌 The outdoor patio was also very nice, along with the outdoor shower to wash all the sand off after beach travels. The air conditioning in the home itself was superior and would freeze you out, so it was nice coming home in the super hot weather to cool off. The owner has good communication and is nearby to respond to messages. We had an amazing time, and would most definitely book this stay again. Thanks heather for such a great vacation and for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! 💙 See you next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Love this place!!!

First, don't be worried that this property isn't on the ocean, because the house, location, and owner are awesome!!! A short walk to the sound area, with a pier and benches are great for watching the beautiful NC sunsets, another short walk to the highway and you're at the best breakfast/coffee place on the island, as well as a great donut shop! As for the beach, this neighborhood has a dedicated beach access, and even there during the 4th, there were plenty of parking spaces, a great, well maintained walkway to the beach, which is close to the pier, but without the crowds! The house itself is wonderful, plenty of space, and lots of updates, and one of my favorite things is the outdoor hot shower! If you stay, please be sure to give this a try, believe me you'll be sold! Heather is awesome, and even on a holiday is always accessible to help with any issues you might have! I will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Clean home, conveniently located

This house suited the needs of my family of six perfectly. The clean, spacious bedrooms and additional sun room with futon allowed for room for us to spread out. We definitely used the new TVs after sun-drenched days at the beach (sometimes simultaneously!) The private parking lot with beach access was very convenient and never crowded. Our kids loved using the extensive bike paths with a tandem bike that we rented (Heather, the owner, had a great recommendation for bike rentals that were inexpensive and delivered to the house). Finally, the food highlight for the kids was the Polish Water Ice store at the end of the street which they walked to once a day. My food highlight was Captain's Kitchen Food Truck - unbelievably fresh and delicious seafood. You can find where they will be parked each day on Facebook and it is definitely worth it to track them down!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful house and great location!!!

This house was absolutely wonderful! Extremely clean, neat, comfortable, had EVERY amenity!!! I can't say enough about how much we loved this house, and the owner is absolutely fantastic to deal with! Super easy check-in, and even easier check-out. About a block from the main road, easy walk to some great food places (Flip Flop Donuts & Circle Pizza are fantastic) and about the same distance in the other direction is a wonderful little Park on the Sound. The private beach parking area was a special treat and everyone was super friendly. For the house, the beds were super comfy, soft sheets (beds were already made!), roomy bathrooms, nice airy open kitchen/dining/living room area, so you never felt crowded. Wonderful sunroom and the back deck was amazing. perfect for that morning coffee! One of the nicest surprises was the outdoor shower - clean, lots of space, and the waterless hot water heater was amazing!! Though traffic on Emerald Drive can be hectic, we were lucky and had no problems. You can't go wrong with this house, and we're already planning our week for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great for my daughters and I. The oceanfront parking was so convenient. The house is well stocked with everything you could possibly need! The location was very walkable to shopping and restaurants as well as the ocean. We had an amazing trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely LOVED staying at this beach home in Emerald Isle. From booking, communication, to check-in, our stay, the weather, and check-out, we had an excellent experience. The house was clean, well-stocked with essentials, spacious, and comfortable. Heather has thought everything! She didn’t just have the basics, like salt and pepper, but other spices (think red pepper flakes).We appreciated the private parking at the beach front. The deck walkway made it an easy walk to and from the car. Plus, at the end of our beach time, there were spigots so we could leave the sand at the beach, not in the car.On the sound side, there is a nice pier that leads directly into the water. My boys enjoyed paddle boarding on the sound. There wasn’t really a good place on the sound side to sit in a chair and read, like I wanted to do. However, there were built in deck benches at the end of the pier where I could enjoy the nice breeze off the water.There are some great places to eat, within walking distance.We have already booked our trip for next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Wonderful week in Emerald Isle

Property was wonderful. Spacious, clean practically new. House is warm and inviting plenty of room inside and out. We had a wonderful week and hope to rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Great stay!

We loved our time at Heather’s house. A lot of thought had been put into what guests might need - fully stocked kitchen with updated/well-kept cookware and appliances, comfortable beds, and a guestbook with lots of helpful information. The outdoor shower was wonderful, as was access to private parking at the beach, which wasn’t super crowded and very close by. Great communication from Heather as well! Highly recommend this house! We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Nice property in a great spot

We had a great week here. The property is in great shape and in a nice location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Great Beach House & Location

Loved many things about this house: Location and convenient to everything on the island, outdoor space to include deck and outdoor shower, sunroom, free ocean front parking. The renovations the owner has completed are nice. Great place for a family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Wonderful week

The property was beautiful and so clean! We especially loved the outdoor shower after a day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Heather

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I grew up in Morehead City, NC and moved to the capital for school and work. I finally fulfilled a life long dream and purchased a home ON the island! I am so excited to share my beautiful, lovingly renovated home and incredible beach paradise!

Why they chose this property

Privacy is a rarity on the island and you will forget anyone else is on the island when you relax in the back yard.

What makes this property unique

Ocean front parking is quite rare. Our private gated lot with outdoor shower and bike rack is perfect! Just a block from the pier means, bathroom and convenience store facilities are close by. Walking on the pier is free!

The Cedar Street sound front park is a short 0.2mi walk from the house and is perfect for sunsets against the backdrop of the EI bridge.

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