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Emerald Isle holiday rentals start at $140 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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350 properties feature pools

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200 properties have a dedicated workspace

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870 of Emerald Isle holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Emerald Isle stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Emerald Isle
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Pool&Beach|Gameroom|View|Gym
Welcome to Lost In Bermuda! This 2 bed 2 bath home is perfectly situated in North Topsail with convenience to everything the island has to offer - You will feel at home with our cozy costal design and the home will be fully equipped to make your stay stress-free! ✔ Beach Gear ✔ Outdoor Games ☞ Beach Access ☞ Game Room ☞ Pool ☞ Soundview ☞ Deck w/Outdoor Dining+Grill ☞ Fully Equipped Kitchen ☞ Parking → (4 cars) ☞ Washer/Dryer ☞ Outdoor Shower Book Now! Tell us what we can do to be your host.

Kick back at the Slackin Shack!
Welcome aboard the "Slackin Shack" - our beautiful handcrafted houseboat, located right on the water in the heart of Historic Downtown Swansboro! This charming and unique home is the perfect way to experience the beauty of the North Carolina coast in a truly special way. The interior has been fully updated with modern amenities for a comfortable stay, while the outside spaces allow you to take in the breathtaking beauty of the waterway and scenery in style. Escape to the Crystal Coast today!

Waterfront Getaway with kayaks, jonboat, & fishing
This cozy cottage with amazing reading retreat is perfect for the adventurer at heart. Waterfront with 2 kayaks and a small boat with oars (trolling motor and battery for rent). 3 miles to the Beach. Fish for flounder, drum, crabs, etc from the backyard. Use the kayak or boat to explore a sand bar or just float around the Marsh. The View is amazing! Steps from the water. The home is on a Busy Road but once you enter the sunroom you feel like you are in paradise. There will be some road noise.

Sunshine Shack by the Sea
Welcome to Sunshine Shack! This private, detached retro-inspired studio has all the good vibes & everything you need for your next beach vacation. 1 queen size bed, 1 full-size futon, & 1 bathroom to comfortably accommodate up to 3 guests. Conveniently located just 3 miles from the Emerald Isle beach bridge & less than 2 miles from historic downtown Swansboro. Many restaurants, breweries, shops, a farmer's market, family-friendly attractions, & grocery stores all within a 5 mile radius.

Beachside Escape w/ Heated Pool | Family- Friendly
Our dream has come to life with our private family home named Hook, Line and Stinkers. It is a 5 minute walk to the beach; we provide all beach amenities and a wagon. The open floor plan, yard, decks, patio and pool are great for lots of family fun. The pool is heated at no extra charge March-May and September and October! Outdoor shower and parking for 4 cars. All Linens included. Centrally located to shopping, food and nightlife. Come spend some time enjoying the beautiful crystal coast.

Seaglass Cottage - Beachside w/ Hot Tub/firepit
*NOTE: This is a Saturday to Saturday rental May to September* Even if the app allows different days, please note the turnover days during peak season. This beach cottage has a fenced in yard with a private pool. NOTE!! POOL IS NOT HEATED!!! It is open and serviced year round. Tempurpedic mattresses and pottery barn beds for luxury comfort. Golf cart included in this rental. Linens & Bath towels included, and bring your own beach towels (as they are not included in linen service

Private Coastal Haven | 2nd Row, Spectacular views
Mi Sueno - Coastal Retreat with Stunning Ocean Views! Welcome to Mi Sueno, a beautifully renovated beach home perched on a sand dune, offering breathtaking second- row ocean views. Designed for comfort and relaxation, this home features an open floor plan, expansive decks, and a cozy outdoor lounge area, perfect for creating unforgettable family memories. Come experience the perfect blend of coastal charm and modern comfort at Mi Sueno. Book your stay today!

Island Treehouse
Stepping up the front steps feels like entering a peaceful little wonderland. Perched high on a sand dune and surrounded by trees, it offers a serene, tucked-away feel—yet it's right in the heart of Emerald Isle. Just one block from the Sound and about seven blocks from the ocean, you're perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of both worlds. With shops, restaurants, and attractions all nearby, this relaxing retreat is the ideal spot for your getaway.

Endless Summer | Golf Cart + Private Beach Access
The vacation nobody wants to end. Kids worn out, adults finally on the porch. Couples with nowhere to be. Friend groups winning at ping pong at midnight. A golf cart cruising to a private beach like you own the island. That's Endless Summer — the house everyone comes back to. With over 100 reviews, and counting, and a 4.95 rating, the guests who've stayed here have already done the vetting for you. You've done the research. You can stop scrolling.

Steps from the beach. Newly renovated
The oldest tree on the island greets you to this relaxing, oceanside retreat just down the street from the beach. Extensively renovated space including new central AC. A covered deck overlooks a lush garden. Large, refreshing outdoor shower. You’ll love the town, with a trolley stop less than a block away. Restaurants, bike paths, public boat ramp all nearby. Bogue Pier within walking distance for sightseeing or ocean fishing.

Water Lover's Retreat: dolphins for neighbors
Welcome to our waterfront open floor plan studio-cottage. Wake to panoramic views of Swansboro and the White Oak River. Fish, kayak, dolphin watch, and enjoy the sunrise and sunset from the decks. Easy paddle to Jones, other intracoastal islands and to Swansboro for lunch. A ~15 minute drive will take you to the Emerald Isle beaches or Swansboro to walk the historic district and visit the many shops and restaurants

Studio Condo Walking Distance to Beach!
Studio condo walking distance to the beach! Top floor, private condo in gated oceanfront community with two pools, tennis courts, grills, bike racks, gym, and clubhouse with a heated indoor pool. Location is close to everything - grocery stores, shops, restaurants and bars! Condo is on the third floor and includes a queen bed with new mattress and linens, fully equipped kitchen. Please note, there is not an elevator.
Popular amenities for Emerald Isle family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Tranquil Ocean Views: Pool, Hot Tub & Relaxation!

The Emerald Cottage - one block to beach/hot tub

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic

Shimmy’s Ocean Club Surf Shack

Diane's Dream Indian Beach Condo Escape

Hot tub, Beach Front, Private, Walk to Restaurants

"Toes In the Water" - steps to beach w/ Hot Tub!

Soundfront Retreat | Hot Tub, Dock + Walk to Beach
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Just For The Halibut

Why Knot Getaway. Emerald Isle Oasis

Toes in the sand, drink in hand! 🏖 4BD on Ocean

Oceanfront | Newly Renovated East Unit 3BR/2BA

Emerald Tides

1st Floor Corner Unit • Pool• Private Beach•Pet OK

Steps to Beach | Ocean Views | Dog-Friendly

Tranquil Modern Farm Cabin
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Oceanfront home w/ Relaxing views! Pet Friendly

Star Struck- Oceanfront B/Pool/Steps from Beach!

Vacay time! 2bd/2bth,3 pools in oceanfront complex

Southern Exposure - Ocean View-Pool-Pickleball!

Jolly Sixpence

Luxury Walkable condo Emerald Isle, NC.

LUXE Oceanside Oasis | Pool~Golf Cart~Bikes~Spa

Oceanside Escape Beach, Pool, Pickleball, Tennis!
When is the best time to visit Emerald Isle?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $313 AUD | $305 AUD | $336 AUD | $361 AUD | $458 AUD | $551 AUD | $517 AUD | $455 AUD | $362 AUD | $331 AUD | $319 AUD | $313 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 8°C | 9°C | 13°C | 17°C | 22°C | 26°C | 27°C | 27°C | 24°C | 19°C | 14°C | 10°C |
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