Seas the Day makes it easy to relax and enjoy the beautiful, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters of Emerald Isle, one of the least crowded beaches in the Southeast. (Readers Digest #1 Beach in NC in 2024)
Stay here and enjoy the entire East side of this beautiful duplex all to yourself. Privately relax on one of four decks or spend the evening on our private patio in back. Hop on the included golf cart or take a short walk or bike ride to the ocean or the sound. It’s less than a two-min walk down a quiet street with virtually no traffic to get to the private beach access for the neighborhood. There's no public parking nearby, so you don't have to share your beach paradise with crowds. A 2-min walk the other way is the public boat launch for a lovely sunset or fishing spot, and an amazing playground. If you're looking for a quiet, comfortable place for your family and friends to enjoy Emerald Isle, you are warmly welcome to stay in our home.
Each of the three upper bedrooms have their own deck and smart TVs. Blackout curtains for a good night's rest in each room. Ground level bedroom has twin over full bunk bed, board games, life-size games and a smart TV.
TOWELS & LINENS INCLUDED: Bath towels and bed linens are provided at no charge to our guests.
We supply basic cleaning supplies and kitchen essentials like foil, plastic wrap, trash bags, basic seasonings, ground coffee, dishwasher detergent and hand soap. We supply toilet paper and paper towels.
Beach umbrella, chairs, bikes and toys available to use, so no need to pack or rent those. All you need is your beach towels!!
One Kayak is available for your use (with life jackets). Sound access is across Emerald Drive.
HOUSE RULES
1. Primary renter through VRBO must be over 25 AND present during entire stay.
2. NO SMOKING/VAPING. We request that guests do not smoke/vape inside or near the house - we pride ourselves on providing a "smoke-free" environment.
3. We ask you to rinse off in our outdoor shower after any beach time.
4. NO PARTIES/EVENTS:
5. We will ask all reservations to confirm the maximum number of 11 guests (max of 8 adults)
OFF LIMITS/LOCKED AREAS: Thank you for respecting that the locked owners' closets and cabinets are kept locked and off-limits to guests.
GOLF CART RULES: Please enjoy our golf cart, but follow Emerald Isle's Golf Cart Regulations. IF you get a ticket, we will pass this fee on to you.
1. Seat belts must be worn at all times. Police will issue a ticket for all riders.
2. No one under the age of 18 may operate the golf car at any time.
3. Charge golf car nightly. It takes 10 – 12 hours to get a full charge.
4. Charger must be kept out of the rain.
5. You CANNOT drive on sidewalks or bike paths at any point on the Island. EI police will ticket you and we will not be responsible.
6. At NO time can you drive on the main HWY 58 or COAST GUARD ROAD. You can cross it at any point on the Island.
7. Golf cars must be operated in accordance with all applicable state and local traffic laws and ordinances. All ordinances pertaining to the possession of consumption of alcoholic beverages. If you get a DWI or DUI, our tag will be revoked for one year and you will be subjected to a $500.00 fine.
SECURITY. We have 2 exterior security video cameras facing the driveway and carport that are always on 24/7.
THINGS TO DO:
Seas The Day is located in the private oceanside community of Shell Cove, which is a great area to walk, bike or rollerblade. Emerald Isle is bike-friendly with bike paths along the major roads. (We supply a few bikes but at times the tires may be slack) Bike or walk to the Emerald Plant Shopping 2.5 miles away. You can walk easily to the pier via the beach (about 2 miles away). Emerald Plant. Shopping, Food Lion or Publix, water park, cinema, shopping, mini-golf, restaurants, canoe and kayak rentals and surf shop are only 2-3 miles away. You'll often find wonderful tidal pools on our beach during low tide. Bring flashlights to look for crabs at night and a pair of binoculars to watch the dolphins or birdwatch. Fishing: The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is a 2-mile walk on the beach to right. Surf fishing is popular especially when the beaches are quiet. We’ve tried to stock the kitchen with necessary utensils and cookware. If anything is missing, please tell us so we can address the problem. Food/Grocery: Note that the grocery stores are swamped on Saturday when new people arrive.
• Food Lion in the nearby Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. The prices are reasonable. (Delivery available through Instacart)
• Publix – next to Emerald Plant. Shopping Center. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up through Instacart.
• Lowes Foods - A trip across the bridge. They offer online ordering and curbside pick-up.
• CVS Pharmacy – just before Emerald Plant.• Walgreens Pharmacy – across the bridge, near the Lowe’s Food
• Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream and Sweet Spot Ice Cream - on Emerald Drive close to the pier
• Flip Flops Donuts - on Emerald Drive close to the pier
Local Activities Nearby:
• Mac Daddy's (go-carts, putt putt, bowling & amusements)
• Emerald Forest Mini-Golf
• Salty Pirate water park
• Hot Wax Surf and Paddle Sports Rentals has rentals available.
• Emerald Plant. Shopping Center Cinemas. It has 4 screens and usually 6 movies
• Playgrounds nearby: Sen. Jean Preston Memorial Park (.3 mile) Blue Heron Park (1.4 mile)
Some of our favorite EI Restaurants:
• Caribsea – fine dining
• Kathryn’s Bistro – fine dining
• Village Market
• Fish Hut Grill
• Trading Post
• Snapperz
• Shepard's BBQ
• Gaffers
Pizza places: Saturday night is packed in summer. These places will deliver, best to place your delivery order far in advance!
• Michelangelo’s Pizza and Subs
• Lazzara’s Pizza and Subs
• Circle Pizza and Subs
