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Emerald Isle vacation rentals

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Tiny home in Emerald Isle
Bloom Where You Are Planted Tiny House
If you are looking for a bright and encouraging beach retreat, look no further. Peace and the sound of the ocean is beaconing you to this adorable tiny house. This tiny house is perfect for 2 but can accommodate 4 people(queen bed and pull out). Prime location in Emerald isle, which is within walking distance to the beach as well as shopping and great restaurants. You are less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Be blessed and encouraged in this space and enjoy the beautiful Eastern NC coast.
$64 per night
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Guest suite in Emerald Isle
Creekside Retreat
Guest suite with private entrance within walking/biking distance to the beach, parks and restaurants. Suite has queen bed in master bedroom and full futon bed in living room. Full kitchen with dining area and one bathroom. Enjoy the private dock with beautiful views. Three kayaks available for fun in the creek which leads to Bogue Sound. Lots of amenities to make your trip relaxing and worry free. We can provide extras for small children such as pack-n-play or cot, high chair & baby monitor.
$120 per night
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Apartment in Emerald Isle
Emerald Mermaid studio apt private beach access
1 block from beach w/private parking lot .37 spaces-first come first served. has shower & walking distance to Bogue inlet pier. Soundside public access w/pier & limited parking - can walk or bike easily. Apartment Located steps from bike path: walk or bike to restaurants, pier, shopping, grocery. 1 mile from public boat ramp. apt sleeps 2 with 1 queen bed & 1 futon. Fully equipped Kitchen. Hot/cold outside shower. Gas grill. 2 beach chairs. 2 beach bikes. Linens & towels.
$75 per night

Stay near Emerald Isle's top sights

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier78 locals recommend
Rucker Johns Restaurant60 locals recommend
Emerald Plantation Shopping14 locals recommend
Salty Pirate Waterpark64 locals recommend
Surf's Up Grill & Bar30 locals recommend
Flipperz Family Bar & Grill29 locals recommend

Emerald Isle beach vacation rentals

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Apartment in Emerald Isle
Efficiency suite at Gramma's Beach
$80 per night
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Apartment in Emerald Isle
Lucky Enough Private beach parking/no cleaning fee
$121 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
*Heated Pool Oasis~Oceanside~Family Beach House*
$225 per night
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Home in Cedar Point
Hottub, Waterfront, King suite, Pet Friendly,Kayak
$120 per night
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Apartment in Atlantic Beach
Quaint ~Luxe Apartment 2 min walk to beach/sound
$88 per night
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Apartment in Salter Path
Bogue Banks Retreat
$165 per night
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Condo in Atlantic Beach
🏖 Oceanside Getaway_400MBbps WIFI_Kitchen_Pool
$62 per night
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Condo in North Topsail Beach
By The Sea: Gorgeous ocean views with balcony!
$92 per night
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Guest suite in Emerald Isle
Ahuna Matata-free beach parking/bikes/kayaks
$149 per night
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Home in Surf City
Little House On The Beach
$182 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
Sea Oats East of Emerald Isle, NC Beachfront
$150 per night
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Condo in North Topsail Beach
Cozy On-the-Beach w/ Private Deck
$135 per night

Emerald Isle home rentals

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Home in Surf City
LunaSea - 2 Bed Oceanfront, Walk to Shop & Dine
$159 per night
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Home in Surf City
"Toes In the Water" - steps to beach w/ Hot Tub!
$134 per night
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Home in Beaufort
The Beaufort House...steps from the waterfront
$173 per night
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Home in Surf City
Dog Friendly Cozy Home Ocean View 1Min WalktoBeach
$112 per night
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Home in Surf City
Soundfront, Dock, Hot Tub, Privacy, Walk to Beach
$273 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
Our Charming Cottage by the Sea (HEATED POOL!)
$220 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
Oceanfront Seaton Hall East-Stay Where You Play
$235 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
The Emerald Cottage - one block to beach/hot tub
$219 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
Beachcomber - Dog Friendly, Beach&Sound, Elevator
$196 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
Bright, Quiet, and Cozy, 3 bed/2 bath
$109 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
2 Bed Remodel - Central EI - Beach Front Parking
$110 per night
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Home in Emerald Isle
Second Row! Slipper Shell at Emerald Isle
$79 per night

Emerald Isle cottage rentals

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Cottage in Emerald Isle
Cozy Oceanfront Home with Panoramic Beach Views
$235 per night
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Cottage in Emerald Isle
OCEAN & SOUND VIEWS, beach access right out front!
$108 per night
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Cottage in Atlantic Beach
New interior! Great Location! "Pirates' Hideaway"
$110 per night
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Cottage in Beaufort
Newly Renovated Guesthouse in Historic Downtown
$114 per night
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Cottage in Beaufort
Bella Blú Holiday Special
$99 per night
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Cottage in Wilmington
Waterside Cottage 'HoriZen'
$153 per night
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Cottage in Beaufort
Dog Friendly Fenced Bungalow in Heart of Beaufort
$184 per night
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Cottage in Emerald Isle
Blue Haven
$185 per night
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Cottage in Carolina Beach
Little Blue Cottage at CB - 2 Blocks From Beach
$84 per night
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Cottage in Jacksonville
Virginia's Country Cottage
$99 per night
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Cottage in Beaufort
Perfect Honu Hut in the Heart of Downtown Beaufort
$135 per night
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Cottage in Wilmington
The Farmhouse at the White Barn Compound
$138 per night

Your guide to Emerald Isle

All About Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle is a small-town beach retreat. It offers beautiful sand-dune-covered beaches beribboned with leaning wooden fences and a quaint village of cottages and low-key seafood joints. A big day here involves a leisurely kayaking trip followed by a stop at the local ice cream shop, where you can sit in one of the several brightly colored rocking chairs lined up outside. Emerald Isle is one of a network of Outer Banks barrier islands, which intersects with North Carolina’s Crystal Coast — an 85-mile stretch of pristine coastline that has long attracted those seeking a refuge from the demands of daily life.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Emerald Isle

April through June in Emerald Isle is warm and sunny, with temperatures in the low 70s to mid-80 degrees Fahrenheit. July through September grows hotter, with temperatures in the mid- to high 80s, and October through March cools down considerably, with temperatures in the high 50s to mid 60s, with forays into the 40s. Emerald Isle is prone to rain year round, so pack an umbrella no matter the season.


Top things to do in Emerald Isle

The Point

Emerald Isle is home to 12 miles of sandy beaches, but locals and visitors alike tend to agree that the Point is the prettiest. Located on the westernmost tip of the island, this expansive, undeveloped strand offers unobstructed ocean and sunset views. To access this beach, you’ll have to nab one of the limited number of spots in nearby Station Street Park, then walk about a quarter mile. The sense of isolation is part of the Point’s appeal, but it also means there are no restrooms or shops nearby, so plan accordingly.

Bogue Inlet Pier

A stroll down the 1,000-foot Bogue Inlet Pier is a great way to take in ocean views, watch surfers playing in the waves below, or partake in one of Emerald Isle’s big draws: fishing. Every year people line up along the pier to cast off and try to snag trout, mackerel, and tuna — or even blowfish or barracuda. You can buy day fishing passes and rent equipment at the pier. If you’d rather someone else catch your dinner, or you want to enjoy the ocean views with a drink in your hand, the pier’s bar and grill has got you covered.

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Escape into the shady, forested environs of Emerald Isle Woods Park, bordered on the north by Bogue Sound. Its 41 acres are criss-crossed with walking trails, and a wooden boardwalk will lead you to a floating dock and kayak launch. This park is a favorite of birders, who come here to spot ospreys, egrets, woodpeckers, and other feathered locals. It also features a nine-hole disc golf course.

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