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Oceanfront very private 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Views!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120.8 sq m
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Emerald Isle, NC
- Place, Emerald Isle Beach1 min walk
- Place, Flatwaters Paddling9 min walk
- Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier9 min drive
- Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)65 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1 - main floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2 - upstairs
Toilet · Shower only
Outdoor Shower
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Oceanfront very private 4-bed house @ condo cost. Step off deck to beach. Views!
Welcome to "Best Life". See our 100+ five star reviews on VRBO over 10 years. Most of our bookings are return guests - that tells you everything you need to know. This is a very clean, well maintained and fully furnished OCEAN FRONT home - not a condo - in beautiful Emerald Isle, NC. It has a full-on ocean view from the deck, bedrooms and the living room, not partial views and not over the street or rooftops. It is the private half of a duplex. The other side of the duplex is not a rental; it is someone's rarely used second home, so you will not have any crazy or noisy neighbors, parties or big groups next door. The kitchen and baths were completely renovated in 2023; see photos! You''re likely to see dolphins frolicking in the ocean. Unlike staying in a condo complex, you'll have privacy and no worries about noise, sharing the deck or annoying neighbors. No dogs. Perfect for families with children. The house is close to a lifeguard station on the beach.
There is a gentle set of stairs from deck to beach, not the 50 or 60 steps to get to the houses that sit high up on the dunes. The house has everything you'll need and the kitchen is fully equipped (even a spare blender, coffee maker & toaster). There is a Kuerig coffee machine with pot and pod capability. We provide starter supplies upon your arrival (soap, paper towels, t.p.). ALL of the bedding in the house is newer premium gel memory foam 12" mattresses with thick zippered bed-sacks.
This house is an excellent value and has everything you'll need for a restful stress-free vacation at the beach. The manager is local and the owner is always available. Note the built-in benches on the deck near the ocean. The bathrooms have gorgeous tile - not cheap fibreglass. The sliding doors are new (2024) quiet easy to use and lock Pella units. As you can see from all of our photos, we strive to make this a comfortable and tastefully 'beachy' home. Among the features of this property are Spectrum cable, STRONG wireless internet (to the deck +), newer central air unit, ceiling fans in every room, 4 flat-screen HD-TV's (55" in living room and 40" in 3 bedrooms with Roku access to premium channels), and custom hand-painted tropical murals in each bedroom. It's NOT cheap thin, uncomfortable rattan / boxy / IKEA furniture, nor is it used furniture from Grandma's house. We want you to relax and be comfortable! Call owner AL directly at nine seven three four seven six eight one nine one with any questions.
There are 2 ocean-front master bedrooms (1 K & 1 Q) and 2 bedrooms street side (partial Intercoastal / Sound view) with doubles and singles. There are 2 full tiled baths and a wonderful outdoor enclosed over-sized locking private shower that was renovated in 2024 with hot and cold water and a dressing area. (Great for children or a quick refreshing rinse after coming off the beach.) The deck has a convenient hose for sandy feet.
There are lifeguards on the beach within sight just a short stroll away (April - Sept.). This house is ON THE BEACH with the same ocean, views, and ease of access as the mansions that cost 3 or 4 times as much. We provide beach chairs, beach umbrella, toys, as well as beach games. We appreciate your inquiry for any questions and thank you for your time and for considering "Best Life"! E-mail or call if you have any questions or need any additional information. Best wishes for a great Emerald Isle vacation!
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There is a gentle set of stairs from deck to beach, not the 50 or 60 steps to get to the houses that sit high up on the dunes. The house has everything you'll need and the kitchen is fully equipped (even a spare blender, coffee maker & toaster). There is a Kuerig coffee machine with pot and pod capability. We provide starter supplies upon your arrival (soap, paper towels, t.p.). ALL of the bedding in the house is newer premium gel memory foam 12" mattresses with thick zippered bed-sacks.
This house is an excellent value and has everything you'll need for a restful stress-free vacation at the beach. The manager is local and the owner is always available. Note the built-in benches on the deck near the ocean. The bathrooms have gorgeous tile - not cheap fibreglass. The sliding doors are new (2024) quiet easy to use and lock Pella units. As you can see from all of our photos, we strive to make this a comfortable and tastefully 'beachy' home. Among the features of this property are Spectrum cable, STRONG wireless internet (to the deck +), newer central air unit, ceiling fans in every room, 4 flat-screen HD-TV's (55" in living room and 40" in 3 bedrooms with Roku access to premium channels), and custom hand-painted tropical murals in each bedroom. It's NOT cheap thin, uncomfortable rattan / boxy / IKEA furniture, nor is it used furniture from Grandma's house. We want you to relax and be comfortable! Call owner AL directly at nine seven three four seven six eight one nine one with any questions.
There are 2 ocean-front master bedrooms (1 K & 1 Q) and 2 bedrooms street side (partial Intercoastal / Sound view) with doubles and singles. There are 2 full tiled baths and a wonderful outdoor enclosed over-sized locking private shower that was renovated in 2024 with hot and cold water and a dressing area. (Great for children or a quick refreshing rinse after coming off the beach.) The deck has a convenient hose for sandy feet.
There are lifeguards on the beach within sight just a short stroll away (April - Sept.). This house is ON THE BEACH with the same ocean, views, and ease of access as the mansions that cost 3 or 4 times as much. We provide beach chairs, beach umbrella, toys, as well as beach games. We appreciate your inquiry for any questions and thank you for your time and for considering "Best Life"! E-mail or call if you have any questions or need any additional information. Best wishes for a great 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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Very kid friendly; suitable for families or adults
Events
No events allowed
No church youth groups or prom parties etc.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please! No butts outside; use an ashtray.
Important information
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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
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About the area
Emerald Isle
Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flatwaters Paddling and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Salty Pirate Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Emerald Isle, NC
What's nearby
- Emerald Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Flatwaters Paddling - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Emerald Isle Adventures - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
- Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 50 min drive - 47.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Frank's - 24 min drive
- Frank's Pizza & Subs - 25 min drive
- Surf's Up Grill And Bar - 8 min drive
- The Village Market - 7 min drive
- Fish Hut Grill - 8 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
12 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy H.
27 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cindy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
irene w.
1 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
irene w.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathie P.
13 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cathie P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Glee B.
17 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glee B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
18 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the ocean
Tim M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Thomas W.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Life Tradition




Thomas W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Donald H.
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Donald H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
William S.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oceanfront beach house
William S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Kathleen R.
27 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emerald Isle



Kathleen R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
David M.
22 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach trip
David M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Craig M.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Craig M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Norma G.
9 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT HOUSE AND LOCATION
Norma G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brendan D.
5 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Brendan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
dina s.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay at Emerald Isle
dina s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Liz W.
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Liz W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
D R.
20 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“Best Life”
D R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tammy B.
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing with beautiful views
Tammy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deleney O.
24 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Deleney O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karol S.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Karol S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Otilia G.
24 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, beautiful beach
Otilia G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
6/10 Okay
12 August 2015
Best beach view ever
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
29 July 2014
As Advertised; Easy Deal; Nice Owner
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
2/10 Terrible
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23 June 2013
DO NOT STAY HERE
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8/10 Good
Madison R.
8 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Terrible Wifi, Gorgeous Beach, Clean House
Madison R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
About the host
Hosted by Alan
Concerned, professional and responsive property owner who has owned this property for 20+ years. You'll have my cell # and I'm always available. Plus, there a knowledgable and dedicated local private property manager and cleaner who are available to you during your stay. We check before you arrive to make sure everything is perfect.
Why they chose this property
We considered a beach house in several coastal communities in different states before falling in love with Emerald Isle on our first visit in fall, 2001. Emerald Isle has been consistently voted "Best NC Beach" by USA Today and other media. We immediately knew that the small town village feel, absence of high-rise condos, great vacation amenities, local friendliness, family emphasis, lack of traffic and gorgeous uncrowded beaches made this the place we wanted to visit again and again. It's still the same 20+ years later. We still enjoy it and you will too!
What makes this property unique
One of our favorite activities is simply to eat most meals on the deck and watch the ocean, the dolphins, people enjoying the beach, and the sunrises and sunsets over the water. There have been a number of weddings on the beach right in front of this home. Some folks see whales just off-shore in the late fall. We have had turtle nests on the beach right in front of the home too. It is fascinating to watch them hatch!
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