Family beach cottage poised between the ocean, hiking, biking, eateries & shops

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Entire home

Relax on the large deck while listening to the ocean.

Open floor plan with gorgeous dining room table and 6 solid chairs.

Add to our guest shell collection, or start your own.

Bright and airy living room with comfy furniture.

Samsung smart TV synced with Onkyo receiver for great sound.

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Location
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Emerald Isle, NC

Salty Pirate Water Park14 min walk
Emerald Isle Adventures3 min drive
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier4 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Bobby’s Beach Barn, a private home nestled in a peaceful family neighborhood.

This cottage has been freshly updated in 2022 with new flooring, bathroom faucets, light fixtures, furniture and more. It also has 3 comfy beds (1 King / 2 Queen), 3 Samsung smart TVs, a Bluetooth stereo receiver, 5G WIFI and full-size washer/dryer. Plus there’s a huge deck, outdoor shower and a beach cart you're welcome to use.

Sip your morning coffee lounging in an Adirondack chair on the shady deck. Catch a nap in one of our hammocks. And bring your bicycles because the bike path (1/2 block away) takes you to wooded trails, nearby eateries, mini-golf, a wine shop and much more. Take a family stroll to the beach with your eyes peeled for whitetail deer that roam around the neighborhood at dusk.

Our beach cottage has been in the family since 1982. Your host has spent many childhood summers and countless vacations as a grownup in Emerald Isle. He will be happy to share his local tips with you. In fact, here’s a start: Slow down, disconnect, and don’t forget to reapply. :)

Here are a few nearby locations and the mileage to each:

Bike Path 1/2 block
Beach Access 0.3 miles
Emerald Woods Park (hiking) 0.2 miles
Ocean Oaks Park (new play equipment for kids) 0.2 miles
Gaffer’s Restaurant/Pub (indoor/outdoor seating) 0.4 miles
Emerald Isle Wine Market 0.4 miles
Go Karts 0.5 miles
Giovanni's Brooklyn Bagels (seasonal) 0.5 miles
Surf Shop 0.8 miles
Publix Grocery 1.1 miles
Emerald Shopping Center (food, coffee, salon, movies, etc.) 1.1 miles
Emerald Forest Mini Golf 1.3 miles
NC Wildlife Boat Ramp 3.8 miles
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores 14.5 miles

OFF ISLAND / ACROSS THE BRIDGE:
Fast Food 2.5 miles
Starbucks 2.5 miles
Golfin' Dolphin (mini-golf + bowling) 2.6 miles
Dunkin' Donuts 4.5 miles
Kayak Rentals 6.3 miles
Historic Swansboro 6.5 miles
Swansboro Walmart 8.2 miles

Property manager

Robert

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We have a strict NO PET POLICY due to a family member with acute allergies to pet dander. We humbly ask for your cooperation with our situation.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this cottage is near the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby

Emerald Isle Woods Park - 2 min walk
Salty Pirate Water Park - 14 min walk
Emerald Plantation - 3 min drive
Emerald Isle Adventures - 3 min drive
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 4 min drive

Getting around

Havelock Station - 32 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

Surf's Up Grill and Bar - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
34 Degrees North - 6 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 5 min drive
Dunkin' - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family beach cottage poised between the ocean, hiking, biking, eateries & shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family beach cottage poised between the ocean, hiking, biking, eateries & shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family beach cottage poised between the ocean, hiking, biking, eateries & shops?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family beach cottage poised between the ocean, hiking, biking, eateries & shops located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park. Emerald Plantation and Emerald Forest Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

20 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for family beach stay

We loved this little renovated property and it was a great location for a family stay at the beach. Well stocked kitchen so we could cook and grill at home as well as several nearby places to eat out. Short walk/drive down to the beach. We rented a golfcart to make this easier but be warned, the neighborhood is boxed in by "no golfcart" roads so there is no where other than the beach to drive to. Everything was clean. We had extra sheets, towels, blankets and even a washer/dryer. We never found the iron though. Check in process was a bit bumpy. We arrived at the property office to pick up our keys and no one was there. We used the code to open the lock box and our key was not inside. Turns out the property was not ready but the management could not contact us by phone. Since we were international visitors we had no access to our email/phone at the time and we had no forewarning of the delay. Luckily we figured out how to contact them actively on our own to ask what the procedure should be. It worked out in the end, but we couldn't check in until a couple hours later. We had a great time at Emerald Isle and this property suited all of our needs.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C., Baltimore MD USA

13 Aug 2023

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

Great time on Emerald Isle

This rental was very clean and comfortable and perfectly located within walking distance to the beach and good food. We used the bike trail everyday. The neighborhood is quiet. We would return.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie B., Thornville, USA

4 Aug 2023

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

Spotless Property

We had the best time at the Beach Barn. The house was spotless when we walked in and offered several conveniences. Several beach chairs/toys were available for use which was a huge bonus. We traveled with a 5 month old and 3 year old and the home was so clean which was a huge peace of mind for the kids. It was a slight walk to the beach, so having a wagon is a must for carrying all beach items. But the beach itself wasn’t crowded at all, and so peaceful. Robert was so easy to communicate with as well! Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly J.

18 July 2023

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

Family Vacation

Our family enjoyed our stay. Our group included my family of four and my in-laws. The home was very comfortable and clean with convenient access to the beach and nearby restaurants. We found having a golf cart very helpful.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lennea S.

3 July 2023

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

Wonderful stay!

We loved our time here! It was our first time visiting Emerald Isle and we will be back! The beach area was never crowded and just enough things to do in the area for a family. The only thing we wish we could have known was the house had more of a “starter pack” of toilet paper, paper towels, etc. Other places we have stayed had extras of these items available which would have been helpful. We had to make a special trip just to get through the week. Not a complaint, but if we had known, we could have brought some items from home.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert

Emerald Isle has been a part of my life since I was a kid, and Bobby's Beach Barn has been in our family for over 40 years. So I know the island really well. I enjoy many outdoor activities, such as cycling, surfing, hiking, etc. This is why I'm so excited to introduce new people to all this area has to offer. EI is truly one of my favorite places on earth.

Why they chose this property

PERFECTLY LOCATED. The cottage is 0.3 miles from the beach, which is a 5 or 10 minute walk, depending on how quickly you walk. It's also walking distance to Gaffer's Restaurant/Pub, ice cream shop, wine shop, Village Beach Mart and lushly wooded trails with breathtaking views of the sound. While you can walk to many places from Bobby's Beach Barn, we highly recommend bringing (or renting) bicycles in order to see more of the natural beauty the island has to offer. The bike bath here is quite extensive, and the western end of Emerald Isle (our location) is the most beautiful part.

COMFORTABLY FURNISHED: This property has a large open-air deck and an open-concept living-dining-kitchen area in a soothing neutral color palette. The main level has one bedroom (queen bed) and a spacious bathroom with 2 sinks and a bathtub/shower. Downstairs features new luxury vinyl flooring throughout. Upstairs you'll find 1 bathroom with a shower, and 2 more bedrooms—1 has a king bed and the other has a queen bed and large cozy chair with ottoman. All bedrooms have ceiling fans. The two upstairs bedrooms have smart TVs, as does the living room.

Here are a few nearby locations and the mileage to each:

Bike Path 50 yards
Beach Access 0.3 miles
Emerald Woods (hiking) 0.1 miles
Ocean Oaks Park (kids play equipment) 0.2 miles
Gaffer’s Restaurant/Pub (with outdoor seating) 0.4 miles
Emerald Isle Wine Market 0.4 miles
Go Karts 0.5 miles
Giovanni's Brooklyn Bagels 0.5 miles
Surf Shop 0.8 miles
Publix Grocery 1.1 miles
ABC Liquor Store 1.1 miles
Emerald Plantation (shopping, restaurants, coffee shop, salon, movies, etc.)
1.1 miles
Emerald Forest Mini Golf 1.3 miles
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores 14.5 miles

OFF ISLAND / ACROSS THE BRIDGE:
Fast Food 2.5 miles
Starbucks 2.5 miles
Golfin' Dolphin (mini-golf + bowling) 2.6 miles
Dunkin' Donuts 4.5 miles
NC Wildlife Boat Ramp 6.1 miles
Kayak Rentals 6.3 miles
Historic Swansboro 6.5 miles
Swansboro Walmart 8.2 miles

What makes this property unique

ELEVATED: Bobby's Beach Barn is perched on a sand dune, which means nice sea breezes on the deck and treetop-sunset views. You can't see the ocean, but you can hear it. :)

BEACH NEIGHBORHOOD: Our cottage is tucked into a long-established neighborhood with a mix of year-round families and second homes.

MAGICAL EMERALD ISLE: Compared to other coastal towns in the Carolinas which can be rather barren, our island is blessed with lush greenery and maritime forests growing right up to the beach. In fact, you'll likely see whitetail deer, which often come out of the woods at dusk. Emerald Isle is a small and safe beach town, while still having plenty to do.