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Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
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  • Hot tub
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Washer
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Kitchen
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Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Popular LocationSalty Pirate Water Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEmerald Isle Adventures7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBogue Inlet Fishing Pier8 min drive
  • AirportNew Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)54 min drive

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About the area

Emerald Isle

Seaside stay .Your stay at this The Point vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Emerald Isle Woods Park and Salty Pirate Water Park. Emerald Forest Golf and Emerald Plantation are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 4 min drive
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 6 min drive
  • Emerald Plantation - 7 min drive
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 7 min drive
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bake Bottle & Brew - ‬15 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.

Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point

This classic beach cottage is located just one block from the beach and Bogue Inlet. Being so close (3min walk) allows for a convenient stroll to splash and tan ocean side or catch world class red drum while fishing the Bogue Inlet!

From the moment you arrive at this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home it immediately evokes memories of the charming original beach cottages of Emerald Isle. The open floor plan kitchen/dining/living area is where most time is spent when not on the beach and it allows for a great place to gather and entertain friends and family. With two decks and plenty of covered space underneath you can easily move things outside, especially when the "Party Lights" are on downstairs! Dogs under 35 pounds are welcome guests with a pet fee. Bed linens and bath towels are included for up to 10 people so all you need to bring are your beach towels!

The Master Suite has a queen size bed and its own private bathroom with shower. The Bunk Room has a pair of twin over full bunks which make this room a cozy and fun kids' space. The Queen Room has a queen size bed with lots of warm natural lighting. The hall bath has a full size tub but most folks prefer to use the outdoor shower after a long day of fun and sun! Books, games, TVs with cable, Roku, and a DVD player mean that even rainy days at the beach can be entertaining here! Washer and dryer are included as is a grill so you can have the amenities of home while on vacation.

The Point is the area at the end of Coast Guard Rd. known for its quiet and family friendly/ neighborhood feel. Since the beach faces south, there is plenty of sun all day and you can watch the sunset over the water at Bogue Inlet in the evening!

In addition to your beach chair, bring your bikes and ride the elaborate Emerald Isle bike path all over the island to find fun shops and restaurants. We love all of our beach buds and look forward meeting you!

Property manager

Matt and Hilary

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 50 lbs per pet
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs up to 50 lbs. $175 nonrefundable pet fee.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Gates at all stairs. One level living.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Prior Engagement: Pet Friendly Beach Cottage at Emerald Isle on The Point Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location - 7 Minute Walk
It takes about 7 minutes to walk to the beach, there is a hill (once the boardwalk runs out) that you have to make it over. If you're carrying things, or carting them to the beach, be prepared. But, otherwise, it was great! Clean house inside and out.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Everything was great. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brett A.

Prior Engagement is Excellent
Great location at a great price. This was our first trip to Emerald Isle (beautiful place on the Point). My Mom vacations there and it was her 80th birthday. She wanted all of her kids, grandkids and great grandkids in attendance. My kids/grandkids were set, but my wife and I needed pet friendly and we found Prior Engagement. It was perfect for our needs. The owners/hosts seem like good folks and they checked in on us to make sure that all was good to go. The fenced in yard is a fabulous addition to pet friendly as well. My only beef (and not a big deal) and why I gave 3 stars to check-in and cleanliness has to do with the property management company. I followed the check-in procedures provided by the owners/hosts, however, when I telephoned the property management number to check-in (in accordance with the check-in procedure), I was told that I needed an after hours check-in approval (check-in is 3 PM and it was 3:45) and that I would have to stop at the property management address and enquire as to whether or not an "after hours check-in lock box and pin had been provided". I said, "I just need the door code to the house". The agent got testy with me and informed me that I was incorrect. I said, "Ok, please text me the address of the property management office. Ten mins later, I got a text with the door code to the house. As far as cleanliness is concerned, I had to wash pretty much every kitchen item before it could be used. Not the owners' fault.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Travis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Great place a little dated but great place to have pets but long walk after a knee replacement
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous getaway
Lovely house for our family and had everything we needed for a relaxing week. Beach was a bonus! Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Memories
The beach house was adorable and perfect for our family of 6 adults. It was a nice walk to the beach and the time at the water was amazing. We will define be back to EI
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Really nice home, great amenities. If you bring your pup, it’s the absolute perfect setup!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric H., Tarboro, NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Clean house, great location and not too far a walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

K U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prior Engagement
Love the house and location. Matt and Hilary are so nice and accommodating. Fenced in yard was so helpful for our little dog. So relaxing and the beach is so so close! Second time staying and we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B., Richmond, Va

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time and great place
We had a wonderful time staying at Prior Engagement. The home and location were beautiful. Very clean home with nice decks and a good sized, fenced in back yard. Very short walk to the beach. About 3 miles from restaurants and a nice Publix and other stores, so they were close, but far enough away that the whole area is very quiet and residential. Beach on the Point is wide and fabulous, and very uncrowded. My amateur photos wouldn’t do it justice. As a goofy aside, we’ve been in the market for a new mattress for a while, and hard to figure out what to get, and my wife and both agreed the one in our bedroom at the house was it. We ordered the top pillow covering already, and still pricing the actual mattress. Little pricey… The owners are so nice and were very helpful with our questions about the area. Highly recommend Prior Engagement to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023