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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!

Ahuna Matata-free beach parking/bikes/kayaks
Live like the locals in this bright, beautiful, clean 1 bedroom suite in “downtown” EI! 10 min walk to beach, 3 min walk to "little pier" on the sound. FREE gated beach parking lot just east of Bogue Pier. 2 kayaks, 2 bikes/beach chairs. Luxury shower, gorgeous full kitchen. Outdoor shower, patio, charcoal grill. Linens provided. Off street pkg. Close to everything! No animals of any kind allowed. You must be 21 or older to book. Anyone 21 or younger must be accompanied by parent/guardian

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.

Heated Pool, 2-min Walk to Beach, Sleeps 10
Welcome to The Emerald Owl House, a family-friendly Emerald Isle beach retreat featuring: ☆ Sleeps 10 (4BR/3BA, 5 beds + sleeper sofa) ☆ Heated saltwater pool (spring through fall) ☆ Easy 2-min walk to neighborhood beach access (no public parking) ☆ Fully stocked kitchen + screened porch ☆ Walk to mini-golf, water park, groceries, shops, and dining ☆ King Sleep Number bed in the primary suite ☆ Calm, quiet neighborhood Ideal for families, two-family trips, and multi-generation getaways!

The Riviera of the Crystal Coast, SOUND FRONT
A beautiful home on the Crystal Coast for discerning guests. With Spanish style architecture, vaulted ceilings, beautiful interiors, exteriors and Amazing Views! Experience the serenity of a vacation in the Maritime Forest and Sound Front with all the amenities. Offering three levels of decks, one covered all with lounge seating-dining, and private saltwater pool . Located on Bogue Sound with a private beach, seating and 4 kayaks. Available for 5 nt. stays in shoulder seasons.

Your Own 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

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!

Bloom Where You Are Planted Tiny House
If you are looking for a bright and encouraging beach retreat, look no further. Peace and the sound of the ocean is beaconing you to this adorable tiny house. This tiny house is perfect for 2 guests. 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 to the beach. Be blessed and encouraged in this space and enjoy the beautiful Eastern NC coast.

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.
Popular amenities for Emerald Isle family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Seas the Day Atlantic Beach Villa

Ocean View Condo - Pet-friendly!

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

Jolly Sixpence

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic

Bogue Banks Retreat

OS112 Steps to ocean, Wi-Fi, pool, w/d onsite

BREATHTAKING VIEWS/ DIRECT OCEAN FRONT
Family-friendly home rentals with air conditioning

Escape to the Dunes

Tranquil Ocean Views: Pool, Hot Tub & Relaxation!

Driftwood Cottage - Upstairs

Luxury New Condo w/ Elevator + Ocean Views!

Explore the Grain Bin Oasis. Country life refined.

Stunning 4 BR Oceanfront Home

Bright, Quiet, and Cozy, 3 bed/2 bath

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Family-friendly home rentals with Wifi

Winter Discounts, with 350ft to beach access.

Sunset Bungalow

First Floor w/ King Bed. Pools +Walk to Beach

Paddle Inn | Suite with Free Private Beach Parking

The Emerald Cottage - one block to beach/hot tub

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

Second Row! Slipper Shell at Emerald Isle

Close to Beach, Hot Tub, Canal, Kayaks, Water View
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 | G$46,650 GYD | G$45,395 GYD | G$49,997 GYD | G$48,324 GYD | G$56,482 GYD | G$73,009 GYD | G$76,983 GYD | G$67,779 GYD | G$53,972 GYD | G$49,370 GYD | G$47,487 GYD | G$46,650 GYD |
| 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 G$14,644 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
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330 properties feature pools

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190 properties have a dedicated workspace

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740 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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