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The Ultimate Dune
East living room
West dining area
West queen suite
West king
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Popular LocationEmerald Isle Adventures17 min walk
  • Popular LocationBogue Inlet Fishing Pier3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSalty Pirate Water Park4 min drive
  • AirportNew Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)53 min drive

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

East king

1 King Bed

East suite

1 Queen Bed

West king

1 King Bed

West suite

1 Queen Bed

West twin

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

East hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

East suite

Toilet · Shower only

West hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

West suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything

**Summer rentals require a seven night minimum, those bookings are Sunday to Sunday. Fall and winter stays require a three night minimum.**

The Ultimate Dune is just what you're looking for. It's an oceanfront cottage on the wide side of the island with lots of space for your friends and family. Dune boasts its own private beachfront deck with a boardwalk down to the beach. The home in 2021 and have made several updates over the last two years.


LIVING SPACES
Since Dune was a duplex in the past, there are two living rooms. Each one has smart TVs equipped with Roku and Chromecast for streaming your favorite content. There's a PS4 and a Wii with games for rainy days too. Each side of the house also has a dining space for morning coffee, family feasts, and game nights. There is only one kitchen now. Dune is a cozy mix of midcentury pieces and up-cycled beachy furniture. 'Ultimately' we tried to give this one-level house a modern take on a late 60s surf shack.


BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
There are five bedrooms, each with their own unique styling:
1. West queen suite: one queen, a small ensuite bathroom, and TV
2. West double: two twin beds and no TV
3. West king: one king bed, funky plant wallpaper, and TV
4. East queen suite: one queen bed, large ensuite bathroom, and TV
5. East king: one king bed and TV
There is one full bathroom with a tub for kids on the west side and another full bathroom with a walk in shower on the east side hallway.

KITCHEN
The kitchen is stocked with the usual suspects - stainless steel pots and pans, nonstick pans, silverware, knives, blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer pro, two drip coffee makers, French press, electric flat top griddle, tupperware, drink ware, utensils, sippy cups, infant spoons, and more. The pantry has a collection of herbs and spices for your dinners in.


LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
You're just a short trip away from restaurants, grocery stores (Publix and Food Lion), and the Emerald Isle bridge. The Bogue Inlet Pier and Surf's Up Grill are less than a mile away by way of the beach.


LINENS
Clean linens provided by a local company and are included for your stay (sheets, pillowcases, light quilts, towels, bathmats, and kitchen towels). All you need are your beach towels. And clothes. Don't forget clothes.

FOR THE KIDS
We've got a highchair, Baby Bjorn travel bed, baby monitor camera, and eating essentials if you're bringing a small child. You'll need to bring a mattress cover for the travel bed.

BEACH EQUIPMENT
For your convenience, we provide our guests with beach chairs (there are at least six), beach toys, a 52-quart Igloo cooIer that can hold 80 cans, and a Shibumi shade (check them out online!).

EXPLORE NATURE
- Emerald Isle Woods Park
- Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area
- Fort Macon State Park

OTHER ATTRACTIONS
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier & Surf's Up Grill
- North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- Golfin Dolphin
- Lost treasure Golf & Raceway
- Shepherd's BBQ


HOUSE RULES & PRECAUTIONS
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property inside or out
- No pets allowed
- Grills must be used 20 ft away from the house in the driveway
- Do not leave sliding doors open for extended periods, the salt air destroys the furniture and lets the AC out
- No temporary structures permitted on the decks (canopies, tents, hammocks, pools, or hot tubs)
- Turn off foot wash after each use, otherwise water leaks can cause erosion under the house
- Please use coasters under all beverages to protect the furniture
- Must be 27 to book
- Talk to us about events, parties, and large gatherings prior to booking for approval
- This is a beautiful beach community, please be respectful to nature and wildlife
- No littering, we only have this one planet
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- For your safety, the house is equiped with two exterior security cameras to monitor the entrances.


*Photos by Lighthouse Visuals

Property manager

Melyssa May
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
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
No littering, no glass on the beach, no smoking, and no pets.
Please leave the sliding doors on the deck closed and the garage doors closed. The salt air and humidity destroy the items inside.
Under no circumstances are temporary structures (canopies, tents, hammocks, inflatable pools, or hot tubs) or grills permitted on any of the decks.

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 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 on the beach. Croatan National Forest and Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 17 min walk
  • The Sweet Spot - 17 min walk
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 3 min drive
  • Emerald Plantation - 4 min drive
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 38 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Surf's Up Grill and Bar - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Mac Daddys - Cape Cart - 9 min drive
  • Bogue Sound Distillery - 10 min drive
  • 34 Degrees North - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything located?

This family-friendly Emerald Isle holiday home is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Emerald Isle Adventures, The Sweet Spot and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier. Emerald Forest Golf and Emerald Plantation are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific place
The house was much larger than we thought and was very clean and comfortable. The location was great location. We would definitely rent again. The only thing I did not like was that the town allows trucks to pull onto the beach to fish. Never quite understand why you would want trucks on a beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location beautiful home
This house was perfect for our fall week at Emerald Isle. The large deck and easy access to the beach made it easy to enjoy sunrises, sunsets, and as much time as we wanted in the sand. The kitchen was spacious, well-stocked and well-designed — a pleasure for people who enjoy cooking. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Amazing home! Location on the beach was fabulous. House accommodated 6 adults perfectly. Melyssa was easy to contact and extremely helpful. Would absolutely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from Home
We have stayed several times at this property and my family loves it. It feels like our home away from home. House is in a great location and it is perfect for my family. Already planning our vacation for next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Melyssa May

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Greetings,

I'm a Carteret County native who purchased this home in January 2021 from a seller in Florida who had owned the property since 2008. My team has been working hard to get the house ready for you with new ac units, landscaping, interior and exterior paint, popcorn ceiling removal, accent wall treatments, new furniture, and trinkets. Sustainability is important to me so most of the pieces have been up-cycled and restored by local dealers. There are also few pieces that I found in my grandparent's basement scattered throughout.

Fun fact 1: The name The Ultimate Dune is play on the video game, The Ultimate Doom.
Fun fact 2: Shrimp burgers are my favorite food, I highly recommend you get one from Surf's Up Grill at Bogue Inlet Pier, The Big Oak in Salter Path, or make the trek to El's in Morehead City. Don't forget the ketchup!

Enjoy your stay and let me know if you need anything!

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