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

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Emerald Isle Woods Park
    4 min drive
  • Salty Pirate Water Park
    6 min drive
  • Emerald Plantation
    7 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    55 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).
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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
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Riptidez - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 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 50 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

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (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
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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
  • Maximum 2 (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.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lee r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y., Bristow, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience!
My family (6 adults and two dogs) really enjoyed our stay at Prior Engagement. Matt and Hilary made the check-in and check-out process easy and we found the rental to be well equipped. We've rented plenty of home on the Outer Banks and this is the first with a complete set of high quality pots and pans! The fenced back yard was wonderful for letting the dogs run and the area under the house was beautiful at night with the hanging lights. The location was ideal and just a short walk to the beach access. The entire family enjoyed our stay! Thanks Matt and Hilary!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and great management
We enjoyed our stay and would rent this property again. The fenced yard was definitely an asset for our dog, although I would suggest putting mesh or netting around the fence because the pickets are far enough apart that small dogs can squeeze through and some pickets were loose. Thank you for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappear for a few days and just relax.
House nicely appointed, everything worked properly. Real good up to date TV, with Roku access, lots of USB connections around the house for recharging devices. Fenced back yard real convenient for dog. Porches, front and back, nicely appointed with good chairs. Nice, quiet neighborhood. Yes, we would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia C., Warrenton, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect at the Point
Cozy beach cottage in a sweet spot! We enjoyed our time at Emerald Isle and the amenities provided, especially the bikes. Being able to bring our pups was the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Daphne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for furry friends and family
Overall the house was great. A few items to note - the kitchen could use as an edit. It has 2 or 3 of everything you could think. The beach is a block away but the beach to ocean is large on this part of the isle. It has table and chairs and an amazing seating area that we enjoyed every night. The grill was great. Beds were great. The listing was spot on accurate with everything available as listed. The check in was frustrating as VRBO sent a note to check in at 12 but it wasn't til 3pm. Very minor as it's correct in the listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house, close to ocean, clean, bicycles provided were nice.
Have stayed here 3 years in a row. Very satisfied.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prior engagement
Great place , really nice accommodations, location is perfect ! So nice to be able to bring our dog . We have stayed twice and the recent additional sleeping arrangements and bikes are wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHELE G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!!!
We have rented this property two times now, and absolutely love staying here. The home is well-stocked and very renter friendly, with things that you would need and not always think about! The beds are made, and it’s such a cozy perfect home especially if you have pets with you. Short walk to the beach and the best part of Emerald Isle! This is a great rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kristina D.

Nice !
This is a nice beach house with great location. We stayed with 5 adults and 4 young children, and had plenty of room. The gated front porch with the chairs was a favorite place to gather and the walk to the beach was fairly easy. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Beach Trip
Delightful property. There were five of us and we did not feel cramped at all. The beds were comfortable and clean. The decor of the beach house was just precious. We really liked the location of the house and appreciated the front porch adirondack chairs . Definitely a do over.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
This was the perfect place to stay for a recent getaway with friends for a “ladies weekend”. This home had everything we needed to make us comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

K U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break trip
House was great, very clean! Wonderful place to stay. Yard super helpful for our little fur baby. Will come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, homey place
We greatly enjoyed our stay! Very comfortable beds! Everything we needed in the kitchen. We had a wonderful time at the beach during the day and playing games in the house in the evenings.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022