Emerald Isle vacation rentals

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Emerald Isle

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Guest favorite

Apartment in Emerald Isle

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Steps from the beach. Newly renovated

Named for the 250 year old huge live oak in the front yard, the Island Treehouse is down the street from the beach. Extensively renovated space including new central AC is open and relaxing with a private deck overlooking a lush garden. Large, relaxing outdoor shower. You’ll love the town, restaurants, bike paths, public boat ramp, friendly people. Bogue Pier within walking distance for sightseeing or ocean fishing. This place is perfect for couples, solo adventurers or business travelers.

Jun 21 – 28

R2,450 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Emerald Isle

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

Creekside Retreat

Guest suite with private entrance within walking/biking distance to the beach, parks and restaurants. Suite has queen bed in master bedroom and full futon bed in living room. Full kitchen with dining area and one bathroom. Enjoy the private dock with beautiful views. Three kayaks available for fun in the creek which leads to Bogue Sound. Lots of amenities to make your trip relaxing and worry free. We can provide extras for small children such as pack-n-play or cot, high chair & baby monitor.

Oct 15 – 22

R2,612 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

*Heated Pool Oasis~Oceanside~Family Beach House*

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.

Jan 5 – 12

R4,363 ZAR per night

Popular amenities for Emerald Isle vacation rentals

Stay near Emerald Isle's top sights

Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier78 locals recommend
Emerald Plantation Shopping14 locals recommend
Rucker Johns Restaurant60 locals recommend
Surf's Up Grill & Bar30 locals recommend
Western Ocean Regional Access6 locals recommend
Flipperz Family Bar & Grill29 locals recommend

Emerald Isle beach vacation rentals

Superhost

Home in Surf City

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

Sea Forever

Sep 13 – 20

R1,993 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Surf City

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Weekend Seaclusion w/ Business Internet!

Jan 5 – 12

R2,173 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Emerald Isle

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Sound of the Waves - Ocean Front

Feb 19 – 26

R3,454 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Atlantic Beach

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews

Atlantic Beach Escape

Jan 28 – Feb 4

R1,630 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Surf City

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

Little House On The Beach

Oct 8 – 15

R6,790 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Emerald Isle

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 223 reviews

Sound Side Retreat

Feb 25 – Mar 4

R3,112 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Surf City

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

Couples Retreat Waterfront

Oct 3 – 10

R2,300 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Salter Path

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 270 reviews

Bogue Banks Retreat

Aug 24 – 31

R3,998 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Emerald Isle

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Cozy Oceanfront Home with Panoramic Beach Views

Oct 16 – 23

R8,218 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in North Topsail Beach

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

SEA STILTS. Ocean Front. 3BR/2BA. Beds Made!

Oct 17 – 24

R8,435 ZAR per night
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Guest suite in Surf City

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews

Island Hideaway on Topsail Island

Dec 10 – 17

R2,191 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Morehead City

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Promise Land Studio at Downtown Morehead City

Jul 15 – 22

R2,630 ZAR per night

Emerald Isle house rentals

Guest favorite

Home in Newport

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

The Branch country living @thebeach

Feb 8 – 15

R2,792 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Morehead City

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

“J-Ann’s NC Crystal Coast Air BNB”

Nov 19 – 26

R1,547 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Surf City

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Hot tub, Beach Front, Private, Walk to Restaurants

Feb 23 – Mar 2

R11,653 ZAR per night
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Home in North Topsail Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Oceanfront 3 bedroom home; private beach access

Nov 30 – Dec 7

R8,258 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Surf City

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviews

LunaSea - 2 Bed Oceanfront, Walk to Shop & Dine

Jan 3 – 10

R4,320 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Jolly Sixpence

Dec 17 – 24

R4,782 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Cedar Point

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews

Hottub, Waterfront, King suite, Pet Friendly,Kayak

Sep 9 – 16

R10,286 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Emerald Isle

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Sound Escape

Jan 1 – 8

R8,132 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Surf City

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Beach Front, with Hot Tub! All linens provided

Jan 15 – 22

R5,543 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Hubert

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Beagle Cottage - 4 Bedroom home built in 2016

Apr 29 – May 6

R2,909 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Atlantic Beach

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

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

Dec 9 – 16

R3,928 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Swansboro

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

We call it The Point….

Apr 16 – 23

R2,302 ZAR per night

Beach house rentals in Emerald Isle

Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 97 reviews

Oceanfront Seaton Hall East-Stay Where You Play

Nov 14 – 21

R5,943 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews

The Emerald Cottage - one block to beach/hot tub

Oct 28 – Nov 4

R7,241 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in North Topsail Beach

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviews

OCEANFRONT! Contemporary. Private Beach Access.

Apr 16 – 23

R8,984 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in North Topsail Beach

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Couple of Pisces - On the Ocean

Jan 4 – 11

R5,827 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews

Between Sound & Sea, Private Beach Parking

Nov 11 – 18

R3,238 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

OCEANFRONT OASIS Emerald Isle, NC

Dec 6 – 13

R12,737 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Atlantic Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Solace on the Sound

Apr 19 – 26

R3,308 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Surf City

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Shore Retreat! Beachfront with hot tub!

Mar 4 – 11

R7,817 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

BOGUE LIFE: 3 Bd/2 Ba Boho Bungalow mins to beach

Dec 30 – Jan 6

R3,733 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Emerald Isle

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews

Dunes Crossings

Apr 29 – May 6

R3,797 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Upscale Oceanfront

Aug 10 – 17

R15,222 ZAR per night
Guest favorite

Home in Emerald Isle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Stunning 4 BR Oceanfront Home

Mar 7 – 14

R16,233 ZAR per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Emerald Isle

Total rentals

500 properties

Rentals with a pool

180 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

160 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

430 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

14K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

R947 ZAR before taxes and fees

Your guide to Emerald Isle

All About Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle is a small-town beach retreat. It offers beautiful sand-dune-covered beaches beribboned with leaning wooden fences and a quaint village of cottages and low-key seafood joints. A big day here involves a leisurely kayaking trip followed by a stop at the local ice cream shop, where you can sit in one of the several brightly colored rocking chairs lined up outside. Emerald Isle is one of a network of Outer Banks barrier islands, which intersects with North Carolina’s Crystal Coast — an 85-mile stretch of pristine coastline that has long attracted those seeking a refuge from the demands of daily life.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Emerald Isle

April through June in Emerald Isle is warm and sunny, with temperatures in the low 70s to mid-80 degrees Fahrenheit. July through September grows hotter, with temperatures in the mid- to high 80s, and October through March cools down considerably, with temperatures in the high 50s to mid 60s, with forays into the 40s. Emerald Isle is prone to rain year round, so pack an umbrella no matter the season.


Top things to do in Emerald Isle

The Point

Emerald Isle is home to 12 miles of sandy beaches, but locals and visitors alike tend to agree that the Point is the prettiest. Located on the westernmost tip of the island, this expansive, undeveloped strand offers unobstructed ocean and sunset views. To access this beach, you’ll have to nab one of the limited number of spots in nearby Station Street Park, then walk about a quarter mile. The sense of isolation is part of the Point’s appeal, but it also means there are no restrooms or shops nearby, so plan accordingly.

Bogue Inlet Pier

A stroll down the 1,000-foot Bogue Inlet Pier is a great way to take in ocean views, watch surfers playing in the waves below, or partake in one of Emerald Isle’s big draws: fishing. Every year people line up along the pier to cast off and try to snag trout, mackerel, and tuna — or even blowfish or barracuda. You can buy day fishing passes and rent equipment at the pier. If you’d rather someone else catch your dinner, or you want to enjoy the ocean views with a drink in your hand, the pier’s bar and grill has got you covered.

Emerald Isle Woods Park

Escape into the shady, forested environs of Emerald Isle Woods Park, bordered on the north by Bogue Sound. Its 41 acres are criss-crossed with walking trails, and a wooden boardwalk will lead you to a floating dock and kayak launch. This park is a favorite of birders, who come here to spot ospreys, egrets, woodpeckers, and other feathered locals. It also features a nine-hole disc golf course.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How is the weather in Emerald Isle?

    Emerald Isle has a mild, oceanic climate. Summers are warm, with temperatures around 85°F (29°C), while winters are mild, with temperatures typically around 50°F (10°C). The area receives occasional rainfall throughout the year.

  • What are some of the best things to do in Emerald Isle?

    Popular activities in Emerald Isle include sunbathing on the beautiful Emerald Isle Beach, exploring the Emerald Isle Woods Park, fishing at Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier, and visiting the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.

  • What is the best time of year to visit Emerald Isle?

    The most popular time to visit Emerald Isle is from May to September, when temperatures range from 75°F to 85°F (24°C to 29°C). The annual Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival in September is a popular local event.

  • What are the best places to visit in Emerald Isle?

    Emerald Isle, North Carolina, invites you to explore the Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier, the Emerald Isle Woods Park, and the Water Boggan water park. For history enthusiasts, the North Carolina Maritime Museum is a frequent suggestion.

  • What are some hiking trails in Emerald Isle?

    In Emerald Isle, you can wander through nature on the Emerald Isle Woods Park Trail, a 0.88 mile (1.42 km) loop trail. For a coastal experience, the Point Emerald Loop offers stunning beach views.

  • What are some family activities to do in Emerald Isle?

    Families in Emerald Isle can enjoy an active day at the Emerald Isle Woods Park, explore the sea life at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, or take a scenic bike ride along the Emerald Path.

  • What are some of the best day trip ideas in Emerald Isle?

    A day trip to nearby Beaufort, just 30 miles (48 km) away, provides a chance to explore the Beaufort Historic Site. You could also venture 50 miles (80 km) to New Bern, home to the Tryon Palace and Gardens.

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Emerald Isle?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 170 vacation rentals in Emerald Isle featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Emerald Isle?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Emerald Isle. Choose from more than 160 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • Are there Emerald Isle vacation rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 180 vacation homes with pools in Emerald Isle, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

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