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Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees.
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12202.5 sq m
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Explore the area

Emerald Isle, NC
- Place, Emerald Isle Beach1 min walk
- Place, Flatwaters Paddling15 min walk
- Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier7 min drive
- Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)64 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful sunrises & sunsets from our 5BR oceanfront duplex. No hidden fees.
Captain's Choice is a 5 bedroom, 3 bath OCEANFRONT duplex with over 2100 square feet of living space that sleeps 14 people. The kitchen was completely remodeled in the fall of 2017 and there is new furniture in the living area and lots of new furnishings throughout the rest of the house. The main level has a fully equipped kitchen with all brand new appliances in 2017, a granite topped eat-in island that can seat 4 people, a living/dining area with all new furniture in 2017, and a queen sized bedroom with full bath that was remodeled in 2018. The second floor has 3 king sized bedrooms, 2 of which are oceanfront with decks, and 2 full sized baths, both of which were remodeled in 2019. The third floor is a perfect retreat for the children featuring 4 single beds and a queen sized bed and is equipped with lots of toys and games. New mattresses were purchased for all beds in 2019. New flooring was installed in 2023 and the entire interior was repainted in 2023. The duplex has free WIFI, 6 cable TVs, charcoal built-in grill, DVD players, beach furniture and toys, and hot/cold enclosed outdoor shower. Beach games include bocce ball, corn hole, volleyball, and a water table for the little ones. There is plenty of room to play and rest on the wide spacious beach that is only a very short walk from the house. Duplex is very private with its own separate walkway to the beach. The decking areas are all newly renovated to meet current code standards.
Please note that Captain's Choice is rented by the week during the months of April through October from Sunday to Sunday. For the months of November through March, a minimum stay of four nights is required.
PLEASE NOTE: I require a signed rental agreement for each rental to include the mailing address of the tenant. House access information will not be released if I do not have a signed rental agreement in my file.
Other side of the duplex is available to rent at VRBO listing 1959254.
Please note that Captain's Choice is rented by the week during the months of April through October from Sunday to Sunday. For the months of November through March, a minimum stay of four nights is required.
PLEASE NOTE: I require a signed rental agreement for each rental to include the mailing address of the tenant. House access information will not be released if I do not have a signed rental agreement in my file.
Other side of the duplex is available to rent at VRBO listing 1959254.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return the key to the closet under the house to the hook in the laundry area.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Emerald Isle
Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Pocosin Wilderness. Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Emerald Isle, NC
What's nearby
- Emerald Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Flatwaters Paddling - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
- Fort Macon State Park - 25 min drive - 31.3 km
- Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 48 min drive - 45.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Frank's - 22 min drive
- Bogue Sound Distillery - 14 min drive
- Frank's Pizza & Subs - 23 min drive
- Surf's Up Grill And Bar - 7 min drive
- The Village Market - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
27 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anna C.
8 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan P.
17 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway
Megan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David N.
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home and Location
David N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charlene S.
14 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlene S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah L.
10 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful time at the beach
Sarah L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathy R.
1 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Thanksgiving
Kathy R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin L.
9 March 2018
Excellent House!
Justin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meloni W.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental
Meloni W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John C.
26 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and perfect location!
John C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paula M.
14 April 2018
Wonderful home for the whole family!
Paula M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kara n.
27 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emerald Isle
kara n.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sunil T.
3 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Sunil T.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendy A.
27 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views
Wendy A.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Caryn C.
14 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
Caryn C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel K.
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Oceanfront House
Daniel K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica R.
14 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Star Location
Jessica R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jerry P.
20 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything and then some…
Jerry P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay B.
1 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Rental
Lindsay B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary b.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven
Rosemary b.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Views, Clean and Bright House
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James O.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem!
James O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
19 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT
Jennifer C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
carolyn R.
14 June 2018
Wonderful
carolyn R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Building Traditions
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Sue Schwarting
Why they chose this property
My family and I have been vacationing in Emerald Isle for over 30 years. We love the quiet, family friendly atmosphere where our extended family can come together from three different states and truly relax. The people in Emerald Isle are super friendly and truly do want you to enjoy their town. This past summer (2016), while vacationing, we found a home right on the ocean (because it has long been my philosophy, if you are going to the beach, you might as well see the ocean!) that fit our family perfectly. Emerald Isle is uniquely position as it is a south facing island. Because of this, you see beautfiul sunrises over the ocean in the morning and equally beautiful sunsets over the ocean in the evening. Emerald Isle was voted the Best Beach in North Carolina by USA Today in 2018.
What makes this property unique
What first attracted us to this house was the bright cheery beach colors and the open living room spaces with windows across the entire side facing the beach allowing so many views of the ocean. The deck and the entire walkway are new. The house has a private walkway to the beach that is not shared with the other side of the duplex...one of only a handful of duplexes in Emerald Isle to boast separate walkways. We have converted to a keyless door entry system for very easy access. A kitchen remodel was finished in the fall of 2017 that includes all new kitchen appliances and a new washer and dryer. Two bathrooms were remodeled in 2018 and the third bathroom was remodeled in the fall of 2019. New flooring on the first level was installed in the spring of 2020.
Emerald Isle faces south so you can enjoy both sunrises and sunsets from the privacy of our deck--both are beautiful! The ocean is a short easy walk from the house--and dolphin watching is a favorite pastime.
Emerald Isle faces south so you can enjoy both sunrises and sunsets from the privacy of our deck--both are beautiful! The ocean is a short easy walk from the house--and dolphin watching is a favorite pastime.
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