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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

Sound Escape
Beautiful, unique sound front home that has dock perfect for adults and children to enjoy the outdoors. Beach access is only a 5 minute walk across the street. Private peaceful area, as we are at the end of a cul de sac on a quiet road, with little to no traffic. Perfect house for small parties, reunions, or vacations with multiple families. There are 3 floors that allow privacy between guests and can accommodate the needs of guests from 1 to 91. Kayaks, life jackets, and beach chairs for use

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.

Peace of the Beach Unit B King size
If you are looking for a bright and encouraging beach retreat, look no further than this duplex with a king size bed! Peace and the sound of the ocean is beaconing you to this adorable ocean side retreat. 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(0.2 mile) to the "crystal coast". Leave your stress and worries at home and come unwind and enjoy "peace of the beach". No laundry.

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.

Bright, Quiet, and Cozy, 3 bed/2 bath
Enjoy the beach in a spacious, Middle Row duplex that is a short five minute walk to the beach and 1/3 of a mile to the sound access. This well maintained and exceptionally clean duplex offers a fully stocked kitchen with pots/pans, plates, cups and silverware. Enjoy the outdoor shower after a long day at the beach! At night, relax by the fire in the secluded back yard. Jump into a clean bed with fresh linens that are provided. Catch the beautiful sunrises or sunsets of Emerald Isle.

Walk to beach and sound, Pet Friendly Beach House
Pet friendly home with walk to both the beach and the sound in under 3 minutes. Our 3-bedroom beach house sleeps 8 and features four decks, a fenced yard for pets, and private neighborhood beach access. Perfect for families, fishing trips, or relaxing beach getaways. We are only a 3 minute walk to several shops and restaurants including a seafood market as well as an ice cream parlor. Slightly down the road you can enjoy mini golf, go carts as well as bumper boats.

We call it The Point….
If you are an artist, fisherperson, kayaker, boater or just someone who wants to chill, you will love this. It’s quirky, private, artsy and has soul to refresh yours. Our waterfront paradise sits on a point on Queens Creek with a 180-degree view of the quarter-mile-wide estuary, just upriver from the Intracoastal Waterway and 5 miles from the ocean. We’ve rehabbed a 1959 fishing cottage, 2 bed, 2 bath surrounded by glass w/ kitchen and living facing the water.

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!

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.

Escape to the Dunes
We invite you to indulge in the ultimate sea side escape; with five bedrooms and three full baths there's plenty of room for everyone to enjoy. This newly renovated beach house is perfect for families or a getaway with friends. It is just a four minute walk to the beach and a short walk to shops, restaurants, and even the pier. You are certain to enjoy your Emerald Isle vacation in this beach house.

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.
Popular amenities for Emerald Isle house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Family Dream Home! Private pool/stunning views!

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

Why Knot Getaway. Emerald Isle Oasis

Pool&Beach|Gameroom|View|Gym

The Riviera of the Crystal Coast, SOUND FRONT

Isle In The Sun|Beachfront Steps·Pool·Emerald Isle

Welcome to Sailors' Haven

Luxurious 7BR Beach Home w/ Ocean Views, Pool, Hot
House rentals with a hot tub

HOT TUB AT 2nd Floor Modern Coastal

WOW! Canal House-Hot Tub, Dock, Pool Table & Pets!

Beachfront Double Master Bedroom•Hot Tub•Toys!

Beach Front home with hot tub, Linens Provided

The Almond Blossom with Hot Tub and Game Room

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

Hot tub, Beach Front, Private, Walk to Restaurants

Amazing Views, Hot Tub, Elevator, Steps to Beach
Weekly house rentals

Lovely family home w/ apartment for extra guests

The Shack at Cedar Point

Free private beach parking!

Pet-friendly/Hot Tub/Ocean Views/Beach Access

Little Oaks - Private Dock, Hot Tub, Sunset Views

Shorely Yours

Serenity in Pine Knoll Shores.

Happy Place! Golf Cart Included!
When is the best time to visit Emerald Isle?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ933 | ﺩ.ﺇ911 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ981 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,186 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,465 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,520 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,385 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,091 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,003 | ﺩ.ﺇ929 | ﺩ.ﺇ981 |
| 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 vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ257 per night before taxes and fees

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170 properties feature pools

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120 properties have a dedicated workspace

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480 of Emerald Isle vacation 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!
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