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Relax & Splash! Emerald Isle beach house w/ pool
Welcome to your Sound Side Sanctuary, a custom-built, 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a POOL 🏊♀️💦. You will be staying less than a mile from the beach, and across from the sound front in the most peaceful neighborhood that Emerald Isle has to offer. Walk or bike to the beach! Just bring the family! We are providing everything else from beach chairs, beach towels, linens, a well stocked kitchen, coffee maker, blender, a grill, & a gated porch: the perfect relaxing place for you & your family!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviews
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
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
The Peaceful Perch
Tucked high up in the trees, this renovated cutie is the west side of a duplex features 2 stories 2 beds and 1.5 baths, accommodating up to 4 people. Enjoy your coffee or lounge in a hammock on one of four decks. Pack a lunch and kayak to an island in the sound. Water access is 300 feet from the front door. Look for seashells at the beach, only .2 miles away, or walk along the 11-mile bike path that runs through the heart of Emerald Isle. Public boat ramp is only 1.1 miles from the house.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
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.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
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!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
Seaglass Cottage - Beachside w/ Hot Tub/firepit
*NOTE: This is a Saturday to Saturday rental May to September* Even if the app allows different days, please note the turnover days during peak season. This beach cottage has a fenced in yard with a private pool. NOTE!! POOL IS NOT HEATED!!! It is open and serviced year round. Tempurpedic mattresses and pottery barn beds for luxury comfort. Golf cart included in this rental. Linens & Bath towels included, and bring your own beach towels (as they are not included in linen service
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews
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!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
Oceanside King Bedroom Condo - Private Pools!
King Bedroom Suite Condo - Walking Distance to the Beach!! Towels and Linens Included. Open concept with great natural light. Many upgrades over the last few years, but most recent changes include a shiplap, making the room feel layered & cozy, new brass pendants and zellige backsplash. 1 bedroom with a king bed and queen pull out couch in the living room. Oceanfront gated community with 2 outdoor pools and heated indoor pool, tennis courts, grills, and gym!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
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.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
Emerald Tides
Emerald Tides is a 3-bedroom house located 0.2 miles (5 minute walk) from the surf side beach access. In the opposite direction is Emerald Isle Woods Park - a nature preserve with hiking trails, a disk golf course (we provide disks) and access to the sound. Our parent's originally bought this home as their first home way back in the 1980s. Please note that this house is up on stilts and a full story above ground.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
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.
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
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.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviewsPopular amenities for vacation rentals near Emerald Isle Beach
Condo rentals with wifi

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
Oceanfront - Sound of the Waves
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews
Shimmy’s Ocean Club Surf Shack
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Sun & Sand Beachfront Condo on Topsail Island
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
3 Bedroom Condo Indoor Outdoor Pool Beach Access
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Diane's Dream Indian Beach Condo Escape
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
BREATHTAKING VIEWS/ DIRECT OCEAN FRONT
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
Serenity by the Sea, cozy beachfront with a view
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviewsFamily-friendly house rentals

Romantic Waterfront Escape with hottub and kayak
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 432 reviews
Jolly Sixpence
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
Bright, Quiet, and Cozy, 3 bed/2 bath
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
Peace of the Beach Unit B King size
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews
Pool&Beach|Gameroom|View|Gym
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews
Tranquil Ocean Views: Pool, Hot Tub & Relaxation!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
Isle Escape - Ocean Front Beach Cottage
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Great location, short walk to the beach, in town
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviewsApartment rentals with air conditioning

Ocean View One Bedroom Apartment - BlesSEAings
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
Lucky Enough Ground level apt/no cleaning fee
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 206 reviews
New! Oceanfront 2bd/2ba - Penthouse View!
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews
Convenient Location in Town, Perfect for Two!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 451 reviews
The Bungalows A- Beachfront - Dog Friendly - Gazeb
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews
Pet friendly 1 bedroom unit with a view!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Historic Swansboro "Seaside Bliss"
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
Ola Verde
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviewsOther great vacation rentals near Emerald Isle Beach

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews
Captain’s Quarters - Private Beach Access!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews
Vacation Like a Local
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews
Winter Discounts, with 350ft to beach access.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews
Steps to Beach | Ocean Views | Dog-Friendly
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
Just For The Halibut
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews
Sandy’s Cove
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews
Why Knot Getaway. Emerald Isle Oasis
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews




