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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 4 bathrooms Sleeps 10 232.3 sq m
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Explore the area

Emerald Isle, NC
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier14 min walk
- Emerald Isle Adventures14 min walk
- Salty Pirate Water Park4 min drive
- New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)66 min drive
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 came under new ownership in 2021 and has undergone lots of upgrades since then.
LIVING SPACES
Since Dune was a duplex in the past, there are two living rooms. Each one has smart TVs equipped with Roku 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 and you have full access to both sides during your stay. You won't have to share with any other parties. Dune has 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 with small shower, and TV
2. West double: a twin bed and pullout trundle and no TV
3. West king: one king bed, funky plant wallpaper, and TV
4. East queen suite: one queen bed, large ensuite bathroom with a small shower, 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, Vitamix blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer pro, two drip coffee makers, French press, electric water kettle, 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
- Shepherd's BBQ (hopefully it reopens)
- Fish Hut (it's worth the line, best beach food and drinks on the island.)
- North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- Golfin Dolphin
- Lost treasure Golf & Raceway
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 and bugs in.
- 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
- Follow directions on signage throughout the property and leave all doors in and out of the garage closed at all times.
- Must be 27 to book
- Large events, parties, and large gatherings prior are not allowed unless approval is granted prior to booking
- This is a beautiful beach community, please be respectful to nature and wildlife (Turn the deck lights off at night, don't feed the critters, pick up trash when you see it)
- No littering, leave things looking better than you found them.
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- For your safety, the house is equipped with two exterior security cameras to monitor the entrances and a camera on the main entrance lock keypad.
*Photos by Lighthouse Visuals
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 came under new ownership in 2021 and has undergone lots of upgrades since then.
LIVING SPACES
Since Dune was a duplex in the past, there are two living rooms. Each one has smart TVs equipped with Roku 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 and you have full access to both sides during your stay. You won't have to share with any other parties. Dune has 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 with small shower, and TV
2. West double: a twin bed and pullout trundle and no TV
3. West king: one king bed, funky plant wallpaper, and TV
4. East queen suite: one queen bed, large ensuite bathroom with a small shower, 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, Vitamix blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer pro, two drip coffee makers, French press, electric water kettle, 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
- Shepherd's BBQ (hopefully it reopens)
- Fish Hut (it's worth the line, best beach food and drinks on the island.)
- North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- Golfin Dolphin
- Lost treasure Golf & Raceway
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 and bugs in.
- 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
- Follow directions on signage throughout the property and leave all doors in and out of the garage closed at all times.
- Must be 27 to book
- Large events, parties, and large gatherings prior are not allowed unless approval is granted prior to booking
- This is a beautiful beach community, please be respectful to nature and wildlife (Turn the deck lights off at night, don't feed the critters, pick up trash when you see it)
- No littering, leave things looking better than you found them.
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- For your safety, the house is equipped with two exterior security cameras to monitor the entrances and a camera on the main entrance lock keypad.
*Photos by Lighthouse Visuals
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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
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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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Emerald Isle
Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is on the beach. Pocosin Wilderness 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.

Emerald Isle, NC
What's nearby
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Emerald Isle Adventures - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- The Sweet Spot - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Emerald Plantation - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Salty Pirate Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - 4 min drive
- Bogue Sound Distillery - 10 min drive
- Which Wich - 9 min drive
- Marks Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Carteret Cafe - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Melyssa May

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!
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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