Oceanfront views galore, steps from beach and pool - Vacation rental home in Emerald Isle, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1450 square feet

Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located Emerald Isle townhome in Sound of the Sea named "Southern Tide" which faces the ocean and is practically oceanfront. With spectacular ocean vistas, painless walk to the beach, and poolside, this Sound of the Sea property has something for everybody in your group or family. You will be within walking distance of grocery stores, eateries, shopping, walking/running/cycling paths, mini golf, waterslides and so much more! Sound of the Sea is a ideal oceanfront spot!

~1450 square feet of beachy boho-styled living space named 'Southern Tide' is the ideal place to gather together with family or friends for a week-long vacation or a long weekend. Oceanviews from each deck with multiple calming spaces ensure everybody has a place to comfortably gather.

Bedroom 1: King | Bedroom 2: Double/Single Bunk | Bedroom 3: Queen | Bedroom 4: King

Ground Floor: The ground floor features bedrooms 3 & 4, a shared full bath, with entrances on both the street side and the oceanside. Plus you can play a friendly game of foosball when not relaxing on the patio that leads out to the beach or pool.

First Floor: The main entrance door leads to the main living area, dining room, and completely outfitted kitchen as well as an oceanfront deck with seating for relaxing while appreciating the ocean vistas. For convenience, there is a half bath.

Second Floor: More living space with bedrooms 1 & 2, plus a shared bath with shower and double sinks. Bedroom 1 features an oceanfront deck with furnishings and spectacular vistas of that 'Southern Tide'.

Additional Conveniences: Tennis courts, basketball hoop, 2 outdoor seasonal pools

Parking: 3 allowed parking spots. Parking passes are required and will be supplied at check in. There is 1 space right in front of the property and plenty of parking close by for the 2 other cars. Golf carts are allowed and count as a parking space.

This is a private gated community. Check-in directions are included 24 hours ahead of your stay.

About the Area

Emerald Isle is home to this vacation home. 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 Hammocks Beach State 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

Rental home booking tips:

When to book & When to go:

• In the Morehead City area, The sooner your group can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Summer months are high season in Emerald Isle. Book your vacation home in Fall or Spring months to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Morehead City vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Morehead City area visitors guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the best vacation home in Emerald Isle:

• Begin by selecting the best vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Oceanfront views galore, steps from beach and pool has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or charges could be applied to your invoice.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking

Advice for a great stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many concerns.
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would at home.
• During check-in, record any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to inspire more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.