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Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle

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Property grounds
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Pool
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle

Top Notch East is a wonderfully furnished and fully equipped oceanfront duplex (East side). Located just steps from the beautiful sandy beaches and crystal clear waters of Emerald Isle, dolphins are frequently seen from this home. This lovely home comfortably sleeps 11 guests and is equipped with free wifi, cable, and TVs in all bedrooms.

This spacious duplex has ample room to spread out in the well appointed kitchen and open living/dining room space. The two dining tables seat 12 with additional bar seating for four. Also on this level is a full bathroom and a large soundfront bedroom with a twin and queen bed. Three bedrooms are on the second floor - 1 oceanfront king master suite and 1 oceanfront queen, both with deck access and 1 soundfront bedroom with 2 twin beds). The entire third floor is an oceanfront master suite with private deck.

A private, spray off area and outdoor shower (with hot & cold water) make clean-up easy. There is an outdoor charcoal grill with picnic table seating.

Please see vrbo listing 2207518 to check available dates if interested in booking both sides.

Property manager

Amy Liu

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pet addendum must be reviewed and signed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle Emerald Isle
Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 4 min drive
  • The Sweet Spot - 4 min drive
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 5 min drive
  • Emerald Plantation - 6 min drive
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 37 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill and Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mac Daddys - Cape Cart - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bogue Sound Distillery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Flatwaters Paddling, Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

Oceanfront stunner in Emerald Isle Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach getaway
Great beach house for a group of friends to spend a long weekend enjoying some time at the beach. Perfect setup for four couples to have their own rooms. Kitchen was well stocked for making big group meals. Easily enough parking for 4 vehicles.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachvacation2024
We planned this trip for a year and a half and booked the property 8 months ago. It was perfect for our extended family of 9 and a great beach vacation! Well appointed kitchen, great decks, and perfect beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
The location is fantastic and the house was clean, comfortable and well stocked with necessities!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet C., Reston Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home on the ocean
Our family had a wonderful time here. Our group included two grandparents, a daughter and son-in-law and three grandsons. Everyone enjoyed our stay. The host was extremely responsive to every question posed. The fact that the house is a duplex posed no problem at all. There was a large family next to us that we hardly knew were there. We’d love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing vacay
House was clean and nicely furnished. Excellent proximity to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JaKeema M.

Liked: Cleanliness
beach
It was perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Amy we’ve been renting on Emerald Isle for 35 years Your property was great One suggestion , install grrab bars in the shower
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect for families
We had 9 people (5 adults and 4 teens). Plenty of room for everyone. Beach front is awesome. The beach dune was a little tough for Grandma to walk over but manageable. The water was beautiful green and crystal clear. Well stocked beach chairs, boogey boards, etc. Five minute drive to restaurants and shopping. Staff at all stores and restaurants were very friendly...food everywhere was great. The house is well stocked in the kitchen but the house could use a little TLC (loose door knobs, needs interior painted, rusty shower rods). That being said, we enjoyed it and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
We loved this house! Perfect location and house layout. Great deck and living room space. Plenty of room for the 10 of us. Have been doing this trip for about 5 years now and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place right on the beach.
Easy check in, very clean, and so peaceful sitting on the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attending Wedding
We had a wonderful stay and the house was great. Couldn’t have been more pleased and Amy was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach Access
Great clean house with very easy beach access. Owner is very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect property for our family trip!
The house fit our family of 9 perfectly (two families of four and a grandparent). Everyone had a comfortable space. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed for a great trip. The oceanfront location was gorgeous!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family girls trip
Absolutely loved the cabin...already making plans to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We all absolutely loved everything about our stay at this beautiful ocean front home. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend away
This house was perfect for our group. The views were great, house was clean, and communication was easy. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleni G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top Notch
Another great vacation in Emerald Isle. This was the 3rd time visiting EI and our 2nd time staying at this house. Amy is an excellent host. Communication was great. The house itself it’s beautiful. It’s stocked with anything you might need and more. It has a really homey feeling to it. Nothing compares to going to sleep and waking up to the sound of the ocean. Top Notch property and Top Notch neighborhood!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you could need!
Very comfortable house with everything we needed. Location was amazing, views were incredible. Lots of beach chairs and supplies provided. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful house!
I've been renting oceanfront houses at EI for many years, and this was one of the very best. The layout and furnishings of the dining/living area were great for indoor times, decks were in very good condition, and the kitchen was exceptionally well-stocked with quality pots, pans and knives. Amy was a very responsive host. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and location
It is so wonderful to be right on the beach in such a lovely home. This is our third time staying here and it is perfect with kids. The kitchen is really well equipped and there are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for a large family or group. I can’t imagine a better spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and house!
We’ve stayed here several times and we love the location, easy direct beach access and space. Host is always accommodating and even allowed us to check in 2hrs early so our kids could nap upon arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Rick J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family touch is dwindling
After 20+ years at this cottage the quality is disappearing. Overall cleanliness is lacking. We had to clean the decks, patio and windows. The dinning room set is grimy as well as most of the woodwork(door jambs, handrails and baseboards) Although some amenities have been replaced, this should be considered expected given the age of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilda H., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach perfection
Great oceanfront location on a quiet street. Beautiful property, well maintained, very clean, comfortable beds, well furnished kitchen, plenty of parking under the house and in the driveway, beach chairs and toys, owner is easy to work with and responds to inquiries quickly. Our second stay at Top Notch and we hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

randy h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top Notch
Our family really enjoyed our stay at Top Notch. It was really nice to have a connecting door to our extended family next door. We could easily visit when we wanted and shut the door if we needed more privacy. There were 2 doors (stairwell) in between the 2 sides of the duplex which was helpful because you could not hear sound from other side. Nicely furnished as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nola M., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
A Slice of Heaven
My husband and I spent five nights at Top Notch and had a wonderful time. There are views of the beach/ocean from most of the rooms and I especially loved the "wall of windows" in the living/dining area. Breathtaking. Beach access was easy and right out the door. The beds/bedrooms were quite comfortable and nicely decorated. The living space was one of the most comfortable we've encountered on VRBO. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need. We were impressed with the amount of towels provided - a set placed neatly on each bed. We had a few questions for Amy about check out procedures and she got back to us very quickly. All in all, we had a great experience and were really sad to leave. We wished we had booked a longer stay and look forward to returning soon. Notes: Surf's Up Grill has excellent service and food - can't beat the grouper tacos. Publix has great sandwiches and prepared foods at a reasonable price. Do not miss a stop at Elly's Gift Shop and their fantastic fudge. Highly recommend Emerald Isle, our new favorite coastal destination, close to Swansboro, Atlantic Beach, etc. Thank you, Amy, see you again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023