
Waterfront holiday rentals in Emerald Isle
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Explore 280 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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Family-friendly holiday rentals
270 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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Find 100 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
130 properties feature pools

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50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
280 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!
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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

Mermaid Hill- Soundfront with dock, bring boat!
Coastal luxury at its finest. This home is truly remarkable and one of a kind.Get lost in a sea of tranquility in this spectacular and peaceful private waterfront estate. Guests will love the magnificent views of Topsail Sound, the open floor plan and outdoor living spaces that make this home the perfect place to spend quality time together. Home is filled with coastal charm and decorated exquisitely. Truly the best of both worlds with sound out your back door and ocean just across the street.

OceanFront MillionDollarView- Top Floor, Panoramic
Relax at this calm, stylish 1BR/1.5BA top-floor retreat at Colony By The Sea. Perfect for couples or families wanting beach, pool, and more beach. Inside, enjoy magazine-worthy decor, a fully stocked kitchen, Saatva king bed, and private Wi-Fi. Step onto the balcony for a "million-dollar view"—feet from the water. Watch sunrises, stars, and dolphins play, or open the sliders and relax to the waves. Enjoy direct beach access, pool,hot tub, grills, and outdoor showers. Less than 1 minute away.

Waterfront home with hot tub, kayaks, private dock
Paradise awaits! Enjoy the gorgeous sunrise over the Emerald Isle bridge, and the sunsets over the islands. Watch the dolphins play, fish, enjoy the refreshing saltwater, play on the swim-mat, kayak to the islands, endless adventure. In the evenings relax in the hot tub on the back porch. 3 miles to the beach. This is a peaceful and quiet home, the most noise you will hear are the boats going by. The water is steps away from the screened in front porch. Bring your boat and tie it to the dock.

"Once Upon A Tide" Waterfront cottage
Miles of breathtaking water views looking towards Swansboro from this riverfront cottage that has been newly renovated inside & out. A mile dirt road takes you off the beaten path & a private setting on the end of a dirt lane with only a few other fishing cottages. You will love the peace & quiet & refreshing breezes. Enjoy sunrises/sunsets from the pier! Access to kayaks, canoe & 2 paddleboards. Enjoy the ospreys dive bomb for fish, an occasional dolphin, & other birdlife.

Captain’s Quarters - Private Beach Access!
Quiet 4BR beach house in a private Atlantic Beach neighborhood, just a 2-minute walk to secluded beach access. Sleeps 8 with 2 king beds, bright living spaces, a full kitchen, 2 large decks, self check-in, beach gear, parking for 4+ vehicles, and pets welcome. Perfect for family trips, couples, or beach weekends with friends. Grocery stores, shops, and restaurants are 1/2 mile away, with Morehead City and Beaufort just a short drive for dining, charters, and day trips.

The Salty Snail - Oceanfront Cottage
Our beautiful cottage comfortably sleeps six. Spacious deck highlights the amazing oceanfront views. Spacious gathering room and all stainless appliances. Beds made and linens/towels provided for each guest. Huge back porch boasts outdoor dining area, adirondack chairs, outdoor shower and private beach access. Stays include linens (sheets, bath towels and beach towels). Beach toys, beach chairs, boogie boards and Shibumi Shade are all available for your stay as well!

SEA STILTS. Ocean Front. 3BR/2BA. Beds Made!
ATLANTIC OCEANFRONT Quiet dead end street right on the Atlantic. No one within 100 feet on each side of the home. Outstanding location & View! BEDS MADE Bath Linens Provided. Covered deck with 6 high chairs to see the Sunrise & Sunset. Hear the waves, watch the pelicans and dolphins swim by daily. Outdoor shower with hot & cold water. King memory foam Bed in master suite. 3 mi to Surf City bridge. Large screen smart TV /Roku.

Water Lover's Retreat: dolphins for neighbors
Welcome to our waterfront open floor plan studio-cottage. Wake to panoramic views of Swansboro and the White Oak River. Fish, kayak, dolphin watch, and enjoy the sunrise and sunset from the decks. Easy paddle to Jones, other intracoastal islands and to Swansboro for lunch. A ~15 minute drive will take you to the Emerald Isle beaches or Swansboro to walk the historic district and visit the many shops and restaurants

Oceanfront home w/ Relaxing views! Pet Friendly
Welcome to Permuda Salt Life! • Gorgeous Ocean Views • Step into the Sand from the lower level deck for Direct Beach Access! • Beach chairs & towels provided! • Large seasonal community pool (Open early May through mid-October) • Quiet street in private community, Village of Stump Sound • Neighborhood tennis courts and kayak launch • Short 6 minute drive to all of the shops and restaurants in Surf City!

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.

Catch A View - Oceanfront Home
Oceanfront home located in N. Topsail Beach. Panoramic ocean views from the covered porch to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Cozy and comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom single level home. Your family can enjoy the convenience of all the linens being provided (sheets, comforters, pillows, and bath towels) and a fully equipped kitchen for a home away from home experience.
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New! Oceanfront 2bd/2ba - Penthouse View!

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Green Wave

Historic Swansboro "Seaside Bliss"

Beach Getaway

The Bungalows A- Beachfront - Dog Friendly - Gazeb

Beach Happy

Pet friendly 1 bedroom unit with a view!
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The Ocean Breeze: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Escape

We call it The Point….

Little House On The Beach

Sound Escape

Stunning, Luxurious, HotTub "BeachParadise NC"

Light and Bright at Pook's Place - Bring the Pups!

Beach Front home with hot tub, Linens Provided

OCEANFRONT! Contemporary. Private Beach Access.
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BREATHTAKING VIEWS/ DIRECT OCEAN FRONT

Blue Space - a couples retreat

Serenity by the Sea, cozy beachfront with a view

Sun & Sand Beachfront Condo on Topsail Island

The Hatchling-Oceanfront Condo-N. Topsail Beach

Sunshine Paradise: Oceanfront Retreat Awaits

Beachy Keen: Oceanfront Condo

Rise and Shine! Beach, pool, & amazing views!
When is the best time to visit Emerald Isle?
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