
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Emerald Isle
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Explore 870 holiday rentals in Emerald Isle

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Emerald Isle holiday rentals start at £74 per night before taxes and fees

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Find 360 rentals that welcome pets

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350 properties feature pools

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200 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
870 of Emerald Isle holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Emerald Isle rentals

4.9 Average rating
Emerald Isle stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Emerald Isle
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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

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.

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.

Star Struck- Oceanfront B/Pool/Steps from Beach!
Star Struck is a 3-bedroom reverse Oceanfront B home on Topsail Island just steps from the beach! Located in the Village of Stump Sound, enjoy a community pool, kayak launch, and tennis courts. Second floor primary: king bed ensuite with large shower and bath Second floor guest room: king bed Second floor guest room: full bed + bunks Second floor bath: bath/shower combo Third floor half bath Need 2 houses? Check out Star Struck! Just 5 minutes to Surf City for shops and dining!

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

Romantic Waterfront Escape with hottub and kayak
Fishing paradise and breathtaking sunrise and moonlight from your private hottub on the back deck. Tandem kayak and small jon boat included. You can fish, kayak, or wade from the back yard! We've caught drum, flounder, shrimp, etc. Master has a king nectar bed and an amazing view of the water from the picture windows. 3 miles to beach, 13 miles to Aquarium, & 13 miles to Camp Lejeune. The road is close but once you exit your vehicle, you feel like you are in your own lil paradise.

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!

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!

Island Treehouse
Stepping up the front steps feels like entering a peaceful little wonderland. Perched high on a sand dune and surrounded by trees, it offers a serene, tucked-away feel—yet it's right in the heart of Emerald Isle. Just one block from the Sound and about seven blocks from the ocean, you're perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of both worlds. With shops, restaurants, and attractions all nearby, this relaxing retreat is the ideal spot for your getaway.

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.

Dunes Crossings at The Point
Enjoy the most picturesque beach in North Carolina from this quaint get away. Just a short walk to the public beach access at The Point, this 3 bedroom 2 bath home offers a reverse floor plan. With decks off every bedroom & living space, you can enjoy your morning coffee with views of Banks Channel. At Dunes Crossing you will enjoy being off the beaten path but only 2.8 miles from all the retail & restaurants Emerald Isle has to offer.

Steps from the beach. Newly renovated
The oldest tree on the island greets you to this relaxing, oceanside retreat just down the street from the beach. Extensively renovated space including new central AC. A covered deck overlooks a lush garden. Large, refreshing outdoor shower. You’ll love the town, with a trolley stop less than a block away. Restaurants, bike paths, public boat ramp all nearby. Bogue Pier within walking distance for sightseeing or ocean fishing.
Popular amenities for Emerald Isle family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Tranquil Ocean Views: Pool, Hot Tub & Relaxation!

The Emerald Cottage - one block to beach/hot tub

Beach Front home with hot tub, Linens Provided

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic

Shimmy’s Ocean Club Surf Shack

Diane's Dream Indian Beach Condo Escape

Luxurious 7BR Beach Home w/ Ocean Views, Pool, Hot

"Toes In the Water" - steps to beach w/ Hot Tub!
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The Shack at Cedar Point

Escape to the Dunes

Why Knot Getaway. Emerald Isle Oasis

Emerald Tides

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

Little Oaks - Private Dock, Hot Tub, Sunset Views

Steps to Beach | Ocean Views | Dog-Friendly

Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
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Coastal Gem- Pool, Fire Pit, Golf cart

Soundfront Sunsets — Walk to Beach

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

"A Wave From It All: Oceanfront Condo"

The Retreat at Bogue Shores

Jolly Sixpence

Crystal Coast Cove First Floor Entry

Sun & Sand Beachfront Condo on Topsail Island
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| Avg. price | £166 | £161 | £178 | £191 | £242 | £291 | £274 | £241 | £192 | £175 | £169 | £166 |
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