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The Ultimate Dune
East living room
West dining area
West queen suite
West king

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

East king

1 King Bed

East suite

1 Queen Bed

West king

1 King Bed

West suite

1 Queen Bed

West twin

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

East hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

East suite

Toilet · Shower only

West hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

West suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything

**Summer rentals require a seven night minimum, those bookings are Sunday to Sunday. Fall and winter stays require a three night minimum.**

The Ultimate Dune is just what you're looking for. It's an oceanfront cottage on the wide side of the island with lots of space for your friends and family. Dune boasts its own private beachfront deck with a boardwalk down to the beach. The home in 2021 and have made several updates over the last two years.


LIVING SPACES
Since Dune was a duplex in the past, there are two living rooms. Each one has smart TVs equipped with Roku and Chromecast for streaming your favorite content. There's a PS4 and a Wii with games for rainy days too. Each side of the house also has a dining space for morning coffee, family feasts, and game nights. There is only one kitchen now. Dune is a cozy mix of midcentury pieces and up-cycled beachy furniture. 'Ultimately' we tried to give this one-level house a modern take on a late 60s surf shack.


BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
There are five bedrooms, each with their own unique styling:
1. West queen suite: one queen, a small ensuite bathroom, and TV
2. West double: two twin beds and no TV
3. West king: one king bed, funky plant wallpaper, and TV
4. East queen suite: one queen bed, large ensuite bathroom, and TV
5. East king: one king bed and TV
There is one full bathroom with a tub for kids on the west side and another full bathroom with a walk in shower on the east side hallway.

KITCHEN
The kitchen is stocked with the usual suspects - stainless steel pots and pans, nonstick pans, silverware, knives, blender, Kitchen Aid stand mixer pro, two drip coffee makers, French press, electric flat top griddle, tupperware, drink ware, utensils, sippy cups, infant spoons, and more. The pantry has a collection of herbs and spices for your dinners in.


LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
You're just a short trip away from restaurants, grocery stores (Publix and Food Lion), and the Emerald Isle bridge. The Bogue Inlet Pier and Surf's Up Grill are less than a mile away by way of the beach.


LINENS
Clean linens provided by a local company and are included for your stay (sheets, pillowcases, light quilts, towels, bathmats, and kitchen towels). All you need are your beach towels. And clothes. Don't forget clothes.

FOR THE KIDS
We've got a highchair, Baby Bjorn travel bed, baby monitor camera, and eating essentials if you're bringing a small child. You'll need to bring a mattress cover for the travel bed.

BEACH EQUIPMENT
For your convenience, we provide our guests with beach chairs (there are at least six), beach toys, a 52-quart Igloo cooIer that can hold 80 cans, and a Shibumi shade (check them out online!).

EXPLORE NATURE
- Emerald Isle Woods Park
- Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area
- Fort Macon State Park

OTHER ATTRACTIONS
- Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier & Surf's Up Grill
- North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
- Golfin Dolphin
- Lost treasure Golf & Raceway
- Shepherd's BBQ


HOUSE RULES & PRECAUTIONS
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property inside or out
- No pets allowed
- Grills must be used 20 ft away from the house in the driveway
- Do not leave sliding doors open for extended periods, the salt air destroys the furniture and lets the AC out
- No temporary structures permitted on the decks (canopies, tents, hammocks, pools, or hot tubs)
- Turn off foot wash after each use, otherwise water leaks can cause erosion under the house
- Please use coasters under all beverages to protect the furniture
- Must be 27 to book
- Talk to us about events, parties, and large gatherings prior to booking for approval
- This is a beautiful beach community, please be respectful to nature and wildlife
- No littering, we only have this one planet
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- For your safety, the house is equiped with two exterior security cameras to monitor the entrances.


*Photos by Lighthouse Visuals

Property manager

Melyssa May
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No littering, no glass on the beach, no smoking, and no pets. No refunds are given due to bad weather.
Please leave the sliding doors on the deck closed and the garage doors closed. The salt air and humidity destroy the items inside.
Under no circumstances are temporary structures (canopies, tents, hammocks, inflatable pools, or hot tubs) or grills permitted on any of the decks.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is on the beach. Croatan National Forest and Pocosin Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Forest Golf and Salty Pirate Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Sweet Spot - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 38 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mac Daddys - Cape Cart - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The ultimate OCEANFRONT bungalow close to everything located?

Nestled on the beach, this Emerald Isle holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Emerald Isle Beach, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Isle Adventures. The Sweet Spot and Emerald Forest Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall getaway

Great location, house has plenty of space, a good kitchen for those who like to cook. Access to the beach is awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30+ YEARS IN EI AND THIS HOUSE WAS GREAT

Super location and house was well equipped. Owner was very responsive when needed and he went out of his way to send back a DVD that was left in his player. Ceiling fans in every room guarantee you will not be hot overnight. Well equipped kitchen as well as condiments. The living room without the kitchen got the most action as the couch can accommodate more people. Both TV's are ready to have you log in your favorite streaming channels. Use the Roku channel to show how long you are staying and it will log you out of all your channels after you leave. There is a Shibumi in the garage for the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic week- best beach week ever!

The property had a wonderful layout, beautifully decorated and the most complete kitchen equipment for making family meals. Was able to unpack and immediately enjoy the beach. Wonderful location, love being right on the beach and plan to come again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house

This house was just perfect for 4 couples. With the two living areas we were able to relax and catch up with old friends. The location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Place to Stay

Melyssa’s property was perfect for our family stay. It was especially well equipped for our 5 month old granddaughter. The house was clean, convenient and ready for us when we arrived. Melyssa was very responsive and helpful. We would not hesitate to recommend her house for a stay on Emerald Isle.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific place

The house was much larger than we thought and was very clean and comfortable. The location was great location. We would definitely rent again. The only thing I did not like was that the town allows trucks to pull onto the beach to fish. Never quite understand why you would want trucks on a beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location beautiful home

This house was perfect for our fall week at Emerald Isle. The large deck and easy access to the beach made it easy to enjoy sunrises, sunsets, and as much time as we wanted in the sand. The kitchen was spacious, well-stocked and well-designed — a pleasure for people who enjoy cooking. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Amazing home! Location on the beach was fabulous. House accommodated 6 adults perfectly. Melyssa was easy to contact and extremely helpful. Would absolutely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from Home

We have stayed several times at this property and my family loves it. It feels like our home away from home. House is in a great location and it is perfect for my family. Already planning our vacation for next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

We spent a week at this property in late June. The location cannot be beat. Even with neighbors on both sides, the house was very quiet. Being a few steps from the beach was a huge perk. Melyssa responded to any question quickly. The layout of the house is great, with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, and two separate living spaces. Nothing we couldn’t find in the kitchen for cooking. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene and Marg M., Lake Wynonah, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, amazing place

Our family reunion of 3 brothers and 2 sisters and their spouses was truly perfect! We all flew or drive in from Florida, Kansas City, Buffalo and Pennsylvania. We highly recommend the Ultimate Dunes! Everyday we woke up and pinched ourselves while we looked out at the rolling waves of the ocean and sat on the deck or wandered down to the water just steps away. A little windy but with the Shibumi provided we sat in the shade regardless of the wind. The Shibumi was easy to put up and take down!!! Everyone had them! Even though it called for rain everyday we had no rain just awesome sunshine! Melyissa and her crew was truly there for us with any questions! The one service need we had was met quickly by her friendly maintenance helper Rob. The home is updated and tastefully decorated! The privacy of each bedroom and the multiple baths was so great. The two living rooms made for plenty of room to read a book or gather for some fun games! We bought express charades, played a few other games and laughed a lot! The kitchen was well stocked and gathering around the large dinner table inside or the patio picnic table overlooking the beach was fantastic. Enough said…we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Quiet private beautiful ocean

Loved being right in the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Ultimate Vacation

Our stay at the vacation beach house 'The Ultimate Dune' was incredible! The ocean-front location made it so easy for our kids and grandkids to freely come and go to the beach. Endless days were spent going into the ocean, walking the beach and building castles in the sand. The house was very comfortable, and had everything we needed to enjoy family meals and entertain the kids. The hosts were very responsive and beautifully maintain their beach vacation home. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for quality family time

Had a wonderful time at the Dune! The layout worked great for the whole family to be together and to spread out as needed. Everything was clean, beautifully decorated and the ocean views were outstanding. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harnish P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time of our lives!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Ultimate Dune and Emerald Isle. The furnishings were top notch and the kitchen was fully stocked. We appreciated many of the finer appointments that the owner had taken to make our stay more comfortable. We could not have been closer to the ocean and while we didn't need it, there was an assortment of beach stuff at our disposal. Having stayed at various beach houses for nearly 20 years through vrbo, we generally don't stay at the same place twice, but we may make an exception next year for this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great stay. Melyssa was very responsive & the house reminded me of my childhood beach cottage. Not a lot of frills but had everything we needed. Would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duplex --> Large house Stay

As they describe, this is a former duplex converted into one rental, with lots of recent renovations. As such there are some quirks, but it is a great place to stay. There is a large deck and picnic table that we enjoyed using. It has a great location, in a "neighborhood" rather than on a main drag. It is within walking distance of a pier, and close to shopping. We loved having two living rooms, one for adults and one for the kids. One of the bedrooms doesn't have a tv or dresser but we made due. There is a white couch in the living room that seems designed more for kids (with games and video games), but were afraid to let the kids in there due to the risk of stains. There was an issue with the dryer not working but the owner replaced it with a new dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home on a Beautiful Coast!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The house was very clean and well-stocked. Melyssa was super responsive about questions. Not to mention, the oceanfront views can’t be beat. Emerald Isle is a small town and the beach never got too packed which was great. I would definitely recommend this property to friends and stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect ocean front view

Property was accurate to the listing and clean. We really enjoyed our time and being able to walk out directly onto the beach and have meals or coffee out on the back deck overlooking the view. The beach wasn’t crowded and the town was quaint and quiet. Melyssa was super communicative and helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautifully decorated home. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out, including two oceanfront living rooms. The owners were also friendly and helpful throughout the rental process. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Ultimate Dune for the ultimate beach week

We had a fantastic week at the beach! The Ultimate Dune was a perfect place to gather three families with kids. The location is great and we loved being right on the beach. This was the most well stocked kitchen I've seen in a rental. It was nice having the separate living rooms for the kids and adults in the evenings. The house was very clean and we had no complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Melyssa May

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Greetings,

I'm a Carteret County native who purchased this home in January 2021 from a seller in Florida who had owned the property since 2008. My team has been working hard to get the house ready for you with new ac units, landscaping, interior and exterior paint, popcorn ceiling removal, accent wall treatments, new furniture, and trinkets. Sustainability is important to me so most of the pieces have been up-cycled and restored by local dealers. There are also few pieces that I found in my grandparent's basement scattered throughout.

Fun fact 1: The name The Ultimate Dune is play on the video game, The Ultimate Doom.
Fun fact 2: Shrimp burgers are my favorite food, I highly recommend you get one from Surf's Up Grill at Bogue Inlet Pier, The Big Oak in Salter Path, or make the trek to El's in Morehead City. Don't forget the ketchup!

Enjoy your stay and let me know if you need anything!

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