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Toes in the sand, drink in hand! 🏖 4BD on Ocean
NEW Remodeled Kitchen & Picture Windows as of Jan 2026!--Come live Beachfront on Emerald Isle. Where all your worries melt away! Watch the waves break along the shore, see dolphins swim along the coastline, make lifelong memories with family and friends. Feel right at home with freshly made beds, linens included, well-stocked kitchen. Travel light: all the basics provided to get your vacation started. West side of the duplex. (Other side is used only by owners.) 4BD-3 King Beds +4 twin bunks

Ocean Pool Luxury View Quiet Family Resort Sleep 6
Wake up to the sound of the waves and the sun sparkling off the water, as you start your day rocking on your private balcony, watching the local fishermen reel in their first catch. This elite, ocean front, gated community offers an outdoor and indoor pool & hot tub, exercise room & sauna, tennis & basketball, gas & charcoal grills, ample parking for car & boat, PLUS outdoor showers, elevators, ramps, & carts to make life EZ. Very near pier, parks, trails, restaurants and shops! (Sorry, NO pets)

OCEANFRONT! Contemporary. Private Beach Access.
The perfect place for some peaceful R&R with private beach access! Our beach is never crowded — even in the summer, as we're on a stretch in the middle of the island that's sparsely populated with just one row of houses (& adjacent homes aren't rentals). Contemporary décor. Unobstructed ocean views. Private hot outdoor shower. Home is updated on an ongoing basis. Always something new... :) ***Note: Temporarily discounted bc 1 front window is pending repair & outdoor shower is not yet open***

The Yates Cottage
Welcome to the beauty and nature of Core Sound! The Yates Cottage is directly on the water and is designed for spectacular views of Core Sound and Cape Lookout Lighthouse with large windows on 3 sides. Other amenities are a large screen porch, fire pit, and a large yard for lawn games. The Yates cottage is great for couples, families, dogs, joggers, walkers, bikers, fishers and boaters. You will be welcomed with freshly-made beds, towels and a full kitchen with Keurig and Rachel Ray cookware.

Couples Retreat Waterfront
I bed 1 bathroom studio apartment secondary unit that has a private entrance with dock on the canals in beautiful Surf City. Swim right out your door. Sit on the dock in the sun or under the gazebo. Gas fire pit for those cool evenings on the dock. 2 kayaks .High speed internet. Desk available if need a workspace. Minutes to beach. Max 2 guest. No boats or jet skis and no visitors allowed at anytime during your stay. Linens provided. Boat is stored there when not in use as in the last pic.

Star Struck- Oceanfront B/Pool/Steps from Beach!
Star Struck is a 3-bedroom reverse Oceanfront B home on Topsail Island just steps from the beach! Located in the Village of Stump Sound, enjoy a community pool, kayak launch, and tennis courts. Second floor primary: king bed ensuite with large shower and bath Second floor guest room: king bed Second floor guest room: full bed + bunks Second floor bath: bath/shower combo Third floor half bath Need 2 houses? Check out Star Struck! Just 5 minutes to Surf City for shops and dining!

Your Private Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
FEATURED ON: HGTV and TrentTheTraveler (2 Days ALONE on an Island) Glamp in a Tiny Cabin! Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking. Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline 40' Private Dock Cabin 4 kayaks 1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed in Loft Fire pit Generator AC/Heat

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Miles of breathtaking water views looking towards Swansboro from this riverfront cottage that has been newly renovated inside & out. A mile dirt road takes you off the beaten path & a private setting on the end of a dirt lane with only a few other fishing cottages. You will love the peace & quiet & refreshing breezes. Enjoy sunrises/sunsets from the pier! Access to kayaks, canoe & 2 paddleboards. Enjoy the ospreys dive bomb for fish, an occasional dolphin, & other birdlife.

Captain’s Quarters - Private Beach Access!
**This listing is a whole house with no shared spaces, hosts/owners do not live onsite** 4 bedroom 2 full bathroom oceanside beach house located in a quiet and private neighborhood. 2 minute walk to a private and secluded beach access. Shopping Center is 1/2 mile away with a Food Lion and various shops and restaurants. 10-minute drive to the bars, restaurants, and fishing charters of downtown Morehead City and 15-minute drive to historic downtown Beaufort.

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

Soundfront Serenity
Paradise awaits you on beautiful Emerald Isle, NC. Enjoy sunsets, water views and natural habitat from this 2 acre estate located on Bogue Sound. The Atlantic ocean is only minutes away with several beach accesses to choose from. Restaurants, bars and shopping are just a short bike ride away via the Emerald Isle Bike path (bikes provided upon request). Relax on the patio with your morning coffee or an evening drink.

Oceanfront 3 bedroom home; private beach access
Welcome to a spectacular beach house that’s ideal for family getaways or when you just want to unwind. Recently updated, here is a modern and cozy place to stay right by the ocean on the North Carolina coastline. With a private walking path to the beach, decks with ocean views on each of the two floors and a community swimming pool, booking here is a passport to relaxing and fun family time.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $334 AUD | $309 AUD | $353 AUD | $356 AUD | $420 AUD | $536 AUD | $582 AUD | $530 AUD | $401 AUD | $349 AUD | $353 AUD | $373 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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Emerald Isle holiday rentals start at $71 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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270 of Emerald Isle holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.8 Average rating
Emerald Isle stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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