
Waterfront holiday rentals in Emerald Isle
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Explore 270 holiday rentals in Emerald Isle

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Emerald Isle holiday rentals start at €87 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
260 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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Find 90 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
120 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
270 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 waterfront rentals in Emerald Isle
Guests agree: these waterfront rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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.

Kick back at the Slackin Shack!
Welcome aboard the "Slackin Shack" - our beautiful handcrafted houseboat, located right on the water in the heart of Historic Downtown Swansboro! This charming and unique home is the perfect way to experience the beauty of the North Carolina coast in a truly special way. The interior has been fully updated with modern amenities for a comfortable stay, while the outside spaces allow you to take in the breathtaking beauty of the waterway and scenery in style. Escape to the Crystal Coast today!

Waterfront Getaway with kayaks, jonboat, & fishing
This cozy cottage with amazing reading retreat is perfect for the adventurer at heart. Waterfront with 2 kayaks and a small boat with oars (trolling motor and battery for rent). 3 miles to the Beach. Fish for flounder, drum, crabs, etc from the backyard. Use the kayak or boat to explore a sand bar or just float around the Marsh. The View is amazing! Steps from the water. The home is on a Busy Road but once you enter the sunroom you feel like you are in paradise. There will be some road noise.

Little House On The Beach
Click dates on calendar to see our reduced rates!!! "Little House on The Beach" is a beautiful example of early Surf City allure that captures the true essence of simple island life. At NO ADDITIONAL FEE, provided are new fresh Linens, Towels, condiments, full spice drawer, pots, pans, silverware and much more. Enjoy meals on the porch while watching for Dolphins and Whales. Enjoy new smart tvs, each with cable and high speed WIFI. Beach umbrellas, surf/ boogie boards beach chairs!!

Your Own Island | Eco-Glamping | NC Coast
FEATURED ON: HGTV and TrentTheTraveler (2 Days ALONE on an Island) Glamp in a Tiny Cabin! Swansboro is named in “The 25 coolest towns in America to visit in 2021” Matador Network No boat? No problem. We have a licensed captain that will get you to and from the island included in your booking. Th entire island with Tiny House Cabin Completely private with 360 degrees of shoreline 40' Private Dock Cabin 4 kayaks 1 Queen Bed 1 Double Bed in Loft Fire pit Generator AC/Heat

"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!

We call it The Point….
If you are an artist, fisherperson, kayaker, boater or just someone who wants to chill, you will love this. It’s quirky, private, artsy and has soul to refresh yours. Our waterfront paradise sits on a point on Queens Creek with a 180-degree view of the quarter-mile-wide estuary, just upriver from the Intracoastal Waterway and 5 miles from the ocean. We’ve rehabbed a 1959 fishing cottage, 2 bed, 2 bath surrounded by glass w/ kitchen and living facing the water.

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

Soundfront Serenity
Paradise awaits you on beautiful Emerald Isle, NC. Enjoy sunsets, water views and natural habitat from this 2 acre estate located on Bogue Sound. The Atlantic ocean is only minutes away with several beach accesses to choose from. Restaurants, bars and shopping are just a short bike ride away via the Emerald Isle Bike path (bikes provided upon request). Relax on the patio with your morning coffee or an evening drink.

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.
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Green Wave

Catching Sunsets on the Cape Fear River w/ Parking

New! Oceanfront 2bd/2ba - Penthouse View!

Riverfront sunset balcony + free covered parking

Pet friendly 1 bedroom unit with a view!

Why Knot Getaway. Rooftop with WaterView! Unit F

Beach Happy

Cowabungalow - Luxury Condo
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Oceanfront home w/ Relaxing views! Pet Friendly

Star Struck- Oceanfront B/Pool/Steps from Beach!

Toes in the sand, drink in hand! 🏖 4BD on Ocean

Ocean Front 5Bedroom/3Bathroom DogFriendly Home!

The Riviera of the Crystal Coast, SOUND FRONT

Stunning Water-front Home with Private Dock

Luxury New Condo w/ Elevator + Ocean Views!

SEA STILTS. Ocean Front. 3BR/2BA. Beds Made!
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Ocean View Condo - Pet-friendly!

Cozy On-the-Beach w/ Private Deck

"A Wave From It All: Oceanfront Condo"

Rise and Shine! Beach, pool, & amazing views!

Serenity by the Sea, cozy beachfront with a view

Closest to Beach | End Unit | Pool | Pet OK

BREATHTAKING VIEWS/ DIRECT OCEAN FRONT

OS233 Ocean view, pool, steps to ocean, wd on-site
When is the best time to visit Emerald Isle?
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