Beautiful 7BR Oceanfront home with stunning views and private beach access! - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 7 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2200 square feet

Welcome to Beachy Keen, a 7 bedroom OCEANFRONT 1/2 duplex with over 2200 square feet of living space – ideal for your family hideaway or a great place to “work from home” with spectacular vistas of the emerald water and white sand beaches. The main (3rd) level of this impressive home has an open dining/living area, and the entirely equipped kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. You also have 2 bedrooms on this level, each with full sized beds. The oceanfront master is on the 2nd floor, complete with a king sized bed and full ensuite, as well as a walkout deck. This floor has 2 additional bedrooms, with one full and 2 twin beds and a shared bath. The 1st floor contains a 2nd oceanfront master with a king bed and ensuite bath, as well as a 7th bedroom with 2 twin beds. Beachy Keen has wifi and ROKU enabled TVs in the main living area and 6 of the 7 bedrooms.

You can savor the ocean vistas and breezes from the brand new 3 story deck – ideally suited for sunbathing or calming while waiting for the occasional dolphin to swim by. You can play in the sand or swim in the ocean on the wide roomy beach that is only steps from the back door. Beachy Keen is private with its own separate walkway to the beach – not shared with the other half of the duplex. After your day at the beach you can cleanup in the hot/cold enclosed outdoor shower.

Beachy Keen is located in the private, family-friendly Spinnaker’s Reach neighborhood, and guests will appreciate access to the community pool and toddler playground that is only steps away from the end of the driveway. Spinnaker’s Reach also has sound-side access for guests, great for pier fishing and wildlife viewing.

In addition, Beachy Keen has a second refrigerator in the garage to help with grocery overflow, and a gas grille for the outdoor cooks.

Beachy Keen rents by the week (Sunday to Sunday) from Memorial Day to Labor Day. For the months of October through April a minimum stay of three nights is required. May and September have a 4 day minimum. A full linen service is supplied, and beds will be made and ready for you to enjoy.

About the Area

Located in Emerald Isle, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Emerald Forest Golf and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Croatan National Forest and Emerald Isle Woods Park. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Isle Adventures are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Morehead City rental home experience:

Getting the most from your spending budget:

• June, July, and August are high season in the Morehead City area. To find the best value, consider changing your family's Morehead City vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• In the Morehead City area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Some property managers offer rate reductions for veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Morehead City visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have coupons for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to pick the best vacation home in the Morehead City area:

• Begin by choosing the best vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Beautiful 7BR Oceanfront home with stunning views and private beach access! has 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you book your rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches. You will need to determine which bed configuration is best for your vacation family.
• If there's a particular Morehead City beach you crave, search for properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or may be applied to your contract.

Have a great stay:

• Add the owner's information to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Note any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be useful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, elevator or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your life at home. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at departure. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on good feedback to propel more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.