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Well maintained 4 bed/4 bath house in quiet area

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Emerald Isle, NC

Emerald Isle Adventures
‪4 min drive‬
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
‪4 min drive‬
Salty Pirate Water Park
‪6 min drive‬
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Floor Bedroom - King

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom - Queen

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Kids Bedroom

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

1st floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

3rd floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outside shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Well maintained 4 bed/4 bath house in quiet area

This 6th row, 2,000 square foot, 4 bedroom / 4 bath, half-duplex, beach house is located on the ocean side of the main road (Emerald Drive) and a short walk to two community beach access walkways. The area is very quiet and, due to the configuration of the roads, there is very little traffic.

A large sound side boat access and public park, with pier, is a short walk away. Chapel by the Sea church is also in this area.

The beach is far from the crowded areas of Emerald Isle, yet only a short drive, or bike ride, from shopping and restaurants.

Cable TV and wireless internet service are provided. There are three flat screen TV's. One in the great room, one in the bunk bed room, and one in the downstairs game room. The game room includes a pool table and there is an extra refrigerator in the garage.

Three bedrooms are located on the second floor, with the fourth bedroom on the 3rd floor, near the living area. Two bedrooms have private access to a bathroom. The first floor game room includes a sofa and access to a full bathroom. Bed linens, bath and kitchen towels are provided.

A gas grill, beach chairs, Jamis beach cruiser bicycles, boogie boards, various beach toys, and a beach cart are provided.

Property manager

Andy Anderson

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Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this cottage is near the beach. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Flatwaters Paddling and Salty Pirate Water Park are also worth visiting.

Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

Emerald Isle Adventures - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
The Sweet Spot - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Emerald Plantation - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
Salty Pirate Water Park - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

Havelock Station - 39 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪Surf's Up Grill and Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Mac Daddys - Cape Cart - ‬10 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
‪34 Degrees North - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Well maintained 4 bed/4 bath house in quiet area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Well maintained 4 bed/4 bath house in quiet area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Well maintained 4 bed/4 bath house in quiet area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Well maintained 4 bed/4 bath house in quiet area located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Emerald Isle Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Flatwaters Paddling are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin V.

29 June 2025

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

Quiet location and well appointed

We loved this property from the very first four minute walk to the beach. The neighborhood is peaceful and a ten minute drive gets you to a large number of restaurants and shops. We visited Wilmington, Cape Lookout national seashore and several local state parks within an hour and an half drive. We visited with our elementary aged children, plus visits from grandparents and an auntie, and never felt cramped for space. All the little things were thought of, down to hand soap and plush towels, night lights and fans. The living area was well arranged and the kitchen had everything we needed, plenty of dishes, utensils, cookware. Everything was clean and well cared for, we would love to come back and stay again in the future.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

25 April 2022

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

Great place.

Excellent

Stayed 45 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

25 August 2020

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

A Great Place to Stay

Andy was great to rent from! The house was super clean and plenty big enough for our group of 10! A short walk to the beach and pool table for fun when it’s raining!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Audrey R.

1 September 2019

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

Great for families

Great location just a short walk to the beach. Everything you need is I garage including a beach cart and assortment of beach bikes. Super vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

29 July 2022

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

Best vacation rental ever!

We have been renting vacation rentals for the past 32 years and this was the best we have rented. Positives were cleanliness, well equipped kitchen, bikes and beach supplies, easy walking to beach access, and quiet area. It was such a good fit for our family and we had a great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

28 August 2022

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

Great home!!

Vitamin Sea was very nice, well equipped rental. Good location with everything needed for a relaxing vacation. Andy was awesome to work with and prompt on answering any questions!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

28 July 2018

Our family had a wonderful week.

The house was perfect for our family, house was clean and very well equipped. Very nice beach equipment and a short walk to the beach. Home owners were very nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

13 June 2023

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

Super amazing place to stay!

This house was one of the best we've ever booked. It has plenty of space for a large family. Everything we needed was already there right down to all the beach toys and gear. There was even a big beach wagon to haul stuff down for the day. The hosts were very accommodating with a couple of requests. The kids even made sure the hosts know how "Amazing" they think this house is.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y.

16 August 2018

Great beach house

We enjoyed our week at Emerald Isle in the Vitamin Sea. There was plenty of space for our large crew. We most appreciated the outdoor shower, bicycles and boogie boards available for use. Also, it was a nice treat for the linens to be already on the beds and towels folded and ready for use. We loved the open air main living space and the teenagers enjoyed the pool table. We can't wait until next year to return to our favorite beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Courtney E.

6 August 2018

Another wonderful stay!

This was our second stay at Vitamin Sea, and we loved it just as much as last year. The kitchen is well stocked with everything we needed to have most family meals in. We had a bit of rain during our week and the pool table was a life saver - it kept everyone occupied while we waited for the weather to clear up. During booking and prior to our arrival, Andy was easy to communicate with and very helpful. When we had one small issue in the house (a beeping smoke detector) he addressed the problem immediately and with good cheer. Definitely recommend this rental!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

2 July 2019

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

great place

The house was close to everything! A short walk to the beach with easy access. Plenty of chairs, beach toys,bicycles, and even a wagon to carry it all was provided. Well equipped kitchen. Loved to decks on both 2nd and 3rd levels.Bed situation great for multiple family members. Great floor plan. Best part was the giant sand lot next to the house. Our grandchildren loved playing there! Also the outside shower was nice.Quiet neighborhood with very little traffic. We enjoyed to entire stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Courtney E.

4 August 2019

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Keeps getting better!

This was our family’s third stay at Vitamin Sea and it is always a pleasure. The house is consistently well-stocked with necessities in the kitchen and is clean and beautiful. There was new outdoor furniture which we were able to enjoy with especially cool evenings - I loved using the third story deck to show my kids constellations, Jupiter, and Saturn. The cottage is a quick walk to the beach and this year we were lucky enough to see baby loggerhead sea turtles leave their nest! I love staying at this cottage and always look forward to our next visit. Andy is easy to work with and ensures a exceptional stay every time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

3 August 2020

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Vitamin Sea was absolutely beautiful!

Vitamin Sea was absolutely beautiful and our family of 7 adults and 2 small children fit in it wonderfully! It was loaded with extras that made our stay even more enjoyable! It was a short walk to the beach that did become a little hard at times only because we were taking some much with us. If you’re a light traveler to the beach it would be no problem😁The property was very clean and everything appeared almost brand new. The second refrigerator in the garage was perfect for all our extra beverages for the week! We thoroughly enjoyed our week at the Vitamin Sea!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

23 August 2016

Wonderful location on Emerald Isle

The house was wonderful. .It was perfect for our family reunion. My family and my 2 nieces families were very comfortable. The kitchen and dining area seat about 12 people and there is seating outside on deck next to kitchen .The beach is just a short walk. Lots of beach toys and boogies boards to use. Outside shower was really nice to have. We were very happy with the location on Emerald Isle- it was just where we wanted to be .Close to grocery store, restaurants, seafood market !! Beach was quiet area no crowds. We would highly recommend this home and the owner, Andy, was very quick to respond to any questions. We stayed Aug.17-21, 2016

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

joel d.

13 August 2017

It checked all of our boxes

We have been coming to E.I. for years and stayed in several rentals. The Vitamin Sea didn't disappoint. Four nicely equipped bedrooms with 4 full baths. Everything was done for us prior to our arrival. The beds were made and fresh towels in every room. We love to cook and the kitchen had ample space to accommodate a large family with its center bar area. With a large party of 8 we had plenty of room to relax on the 2 decks. The best part was access to bikes and a wagon to haul our beach chairs and umbrellas. It was literally a 4 minute walk to the beach. We were sad to leave but look forward to another great stay next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y.

11 August 2020

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

Best week of the year

This was our third year at Vitamin Sea and our 27th year at Emerald Isle. The Andersons have a lovely house. There are four large bedrooms (one on the top floor and three on the second floor) and a first floor level den with a sofa bed and pool table. The bedrooms have all new furniture this year and a new refrigerator in the kitchen. We always appreciate the use of the beach chairs, coaster bikes, boogie boards and sand toys. The home is a quick 3-5 minute walk to the beach. Hurricane Isaias visited this year and we were so appreciative for Andy's phone calls and updates -- and the house's new roof - we barely heard the storm. Also, the home was very clean and all the towels and linens were ready on the beds when we arrived. Thank you for taking care of us again this year! We can't wait until next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

STACEY R.

11 August 2022

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

Easy and accurate

This was the first time I have obtained a rental in Emerald Isle and Andy was absolutely wonderful to work with. I had several questions from the beginning and he was always very quick to respond. The listing was accurate and our group of 6 had more than enough space! The walk to the beach wasn't bad; however, the steps at the beach access made it a bit difficult for the wagon. There was another access but we just stuck to the closest one. The extra frig in the garage was perfect for holding the extra drinks for the beach and the outside shower was nice. Kitchen was also full of extras. I have rented many times at other locations and this has been my best pick yet. I would definitely return! Thank you Andy for giving us the opportunity!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney E.

21 August 2017

Beautiful property in a great location!

We have absolutely nothing but praise for Andy's beautiful home. Prior to our trip, all communication with Andy was easy and professional. We had full instructions for arrival in hand well in advance and had no difficulty accessing the property when we got to Emerald Isle. Everything was immaculate when we arrived. The interior is lovely in fresh and bright colors and beach themed decor throughout. We had stayed in a home through a realty company last year and had to purchase so many items for the kitchen upon our arrival. I was thrilled to see an exceptionally well-stocked kitchen with every utensil we would need, but also with those small, but necessary things, like salt and pepper, cooking spray, and a variety of spices. It may seem like a simple thing but it really was just one of the examples of the touches throughout the house that made us feel comfortable and at home. The garage had more than enough boogie boards and bikes for all to use and a great four-burner gas grill. We were also excited to find board games in the bedroom as I had forgotten to pack some for the kids. It was a little too hot for us to eat outdoors very often but the kids loved the picnic table on the upper deck. Air conditioning, washer/dryer, and a dish washer were all appreciated, as well! The location was also perfect with a very short walk to an access point to the beach near the corner of Ebb Tide Dr and Ocean Dr. The shops and restaurants of downtown were only a short drive away, and I found a fantastic playground near the boat launch just across Emerald Dr. We would happily rent this house again for a future trip if available. It was a great place for our vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

18 June 2024

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

Another Emerald Isle Stay (44 years!)

My family has been staying on this island for a week every summer since 1980. We've stayed at many spots--but the Vitamin Sea is easily one of our favorite spots we had. Andy goes above and beyond.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

4 July 2021

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

Immaculate!

Can't say enough about how well put-together this space was and the work the owner has done to make this place a great stay for families vacationing at Emerald Isle. Easy as could be and extremely clean and comfortable. And we're a picky bunch, so that's saying something!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

David W.

29 July 2020

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

Great location at Emerald Isle

An excellent place for a beach getaway. We had our two sons’ families staying with us. The kitchen was furnished well. The house is a short walk to the public access. Andy answered my questions promptly ahead of time as well as one question during the week. We will definitely consider this property again when returning to Emerald Isle.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danna M.

13 June 2020

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

Wonderful time

We had a great time! I've never stayed in a home that had so many extras. It feels like Andy goes above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need. My grandkids loved the side yard. Kept them busy when not at the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y.

11 August 2019

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

EI Beach Fun

Our family of 9 had a great stay this year at EI. This is the second year we've stayed in this house and our 24th year at EI. The home is clean, bright and relaxing. There are plenty of dishes in the kitchen for meals and a large pantry to store groceries. Linens are provided and the beds are made when you arrive. The garage is full of beach chairs, boogie boards, and sand toys. The 4 coaster bikes were used to travels between houses of our other family members. The beach is just a short walk away. One bedroom and full bath is on the top floor and the other three bedrooms and two baths are on the middle floor. The bottom floor has another full bath and the pool table room that has a Q sleeper sofa. We have enjoyed our time at this home. Andy is very responsive to any and all questions during our stay. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo A.

29 July 2019

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

Great for families.

This house came loaded with unexpected extras. Tons of beach chairs and a beach friendly wagon. Beach toys, buckets, boogie boards and bicycles for the whole family. The swinging chairs on the balcony were great for afternoon naps. The kitchen was really well stocked and had loads of tupperware containers for storing food. It was a great place to stay and a really short easy walk to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

23 July 2019

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

Wonderful beach house

Well kept, well stocked family friendly house with easy access to beach. Quiet area better than advertised. Our 3 little ones loved the bunk beds/ trundle ( mom liked bed rail and baby gate) and the chair swings, fenced sandy side yard. We brought beach toys and chairs but there were plenty there. Kitchen well stocked plenty of dishes and silverware. Owner was easily accessible , attentive and prompt with concerns. The outdoor shower was awesome. We loved our stay. We had 6 adults 3 children and an infant. We would stay here again

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Andy Anderson

I grew up spending time on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. When it came time to purchase a beach house, my wife and I agreed Emerald Isle was most like the beach towns we remembered from our childhood. The beaches are not crowded, the locals are friendly, the seafood is good, and traffic isn't much of an issue.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is one of the best in Emerald Isle. Many of the houses are used solely by their owners. Crowds on the beach are rare and the people are friendly.

What makes this property unique

Family area with uncrowded beach. Within walking distance of public boat ramp and recreation area with sound side pier. Plenty of bicycles and beach toys.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Floor Bedroom - King

2nd Floor Bedroom - Queen

3rd Floor Bedroom

Kids Bedroom

4 bathrooms

1st floor bathroom

2nd floor bathroom

2nd floor bathroom

3rd floor bathroom

Outside shower

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Emerald Isle

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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin V.

Quiet location and well appointed

Kaitlin V.

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Great place.

Gary S.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

A Great Place to Stay

Lauren S.

10/10 Excellent

Audrey R.

Great for families

Audrey R.

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Best vacation rental ever!

Debra G.

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

Great home!!

Doug R.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Our family had a wonderful week.

Sharon W.

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

Super amazing place to stay!