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Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!

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A spacious living room with a glass dining table, comfortable seating, a sofa, and a view through large sliding doors to the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A two-story house with a deck and a staircase leading to the second floor.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a glass table and wooden chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8104 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, 3rd Street Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Emerald Isle

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from 3rd Street Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a TV and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. .With a stay at this Emerald Isle holiday home, you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Flatwaters Paddling and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Beach Wheels Bike Rental.

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • 3rd Street Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 45 min drive - 50.2 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 42 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costal Haze - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Spot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Pizza & Subs - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Village Market - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!

Shell Cottage is a 4-Bedroom 2-Bath Almost Oceanfront Home located in beautiful Emerald Isle. Expansive ocean views, only steps to the beach. Soothing sea-glass colour scheme invites total relaxation. Melt your cares away in the 6 person hot tub under the stars or savour the ocean breezes in a rockers on the wrap-around deck. Let the unwinding begin at Shell Cottage. High Speed Wireless Internet is provided!

Floor #0: Concrete driveway underneath house for boat parking. Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower.

Floor #1: Oceanfront Living Area has Deck Access & a 75 inch HD Flat Panel Roku Equipped Television with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Dining Area. Kitchen has a Microwave and a Dishwasher. Bedroom #1 has a King Bed and a 32" HD Smart TV with DVR Recording, DVD Player, Netflix, HBO, STARZ and Showtime. Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #3 has a Queen Bed. Bedroom #4 has a twin over double bunk set and 24" HD TV with DVR Recording, HBO, and STARZ.

Amenities include: 3 HD Flat Screen TVs (including a 50" HD Flat Panel Smart Television) Each TV includes DVR recording capabilities and various streaming services such as Starz, HBO, Showtime, and Netflix. 2 BluRay DVD Players, Book Library, a Washing machine/Dryer, a Dishwasher, a Microwave, baby gates, an Open Deck with Furniture, an Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower, Central Heat & Air, Ceiling Fans throughout, and Ample Parking. A gas grill is available for guest use.

Please note: Check-In is at 4:00pm - No Exceptions.

Linens and Towels provided with Beds Made for Weekly stays.

No Smoking.

Up to 2 Dogs Allowed with our All-Inclusive Pet Policy for Weekly stays - No fee! 2 dogs max - no exceptions. It is the responsibility of pet owners to ensure that they clean up after their pets (i.e., picking up waste from property grounds). Should the guest fail to do so, an additional fee of $100 will be charged to the credit card on file.

Rents Weekly only Saturday - Saturday.

Please Note:
(1) Guests must pay in full when booking through VRBO. The card provided at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Holiday Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays.
(2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are strictly prohibited unless approved by management.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,120 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!?

Yep, Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! is a short 15-minute walk from Emerald Isle Beach.

Does Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!.

Is there a private hot tub at Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!?

No, Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Shell Cottage, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely rental, that is pet friendly, with all the necessities to make a weekly beach vacation memorable and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026