Title: Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! Holiday home in Emerald Isle with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! ![Exterior - Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101033000/101032928/dc9cdcbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101033000/101032928/ffd1c918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101033000/101032928/d077965d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101033000/101032928/405d63c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101040000/101033000/101032928/8392d4f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the coastal charm of Dark and Stormy, an almost oceanfront home on Emerald Isle. With 5 Smart TVs and high-speed wireless internet, you can unwind in style while enjoying beautiful ocean views from multiple bedrooms. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 62300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! Your next vacation at Dark and Stormy is sure to be anything but! This 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom, almost oceanfront home is the perfect place to spend a few days while taking in the salty air on Emerald Isle. Bedroom #1 includes a king and queen bed, deck access, a private bathroom, a Smart TV, and beautiful ocean views. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed, deck access, a Smart TV, access to a shared bathroom, and ocean views. Bedroom #3 has a queen bed and access to a bathroom that it shares with Bedroom #2. Total bedding includes a king and three queens. Additional Amenities: This home is equipped with high-speed wireless internet and 5 Smart TVs for your streaming and web-browsing needs! There is a gorgeous pool with travertine tiles (Pool can be heated for an additional fee of $650/week + tax), ample parking, a convenient walkway to Ocean Drive, a fenced side-yard that is perfect for children or pets, a separate dining space, mainfloor master bedroom, a bonus room for gathering (with a pool table) and an office desk that overlooks the ocean! The Fully-Equipped Kitchen has a plethora of features including a Mr. Coffee coffee maker, a Keurig coffee maker, garbage disposal, an oven, not one but two refrigerators, a microwave, a dishwasher, and a blender - hello, beachside margaritas! Linens and Towels are provided with Beds Made for Weekly stays. NO SMOKING. Up to 2 Dogs Allowed with All-Inclusive Pet Policy for Weekly and Nightly stays - No fee! It is the responsibility of pet owners to ensure that they clean up after their pets (i.e., picking up waste from property grounds). Should the guest fail to do so, an additional fee of $100 will be charged to the credit card on file. Rents Weekly only Sunday - Sunday. Please Note: (1) Guests must pay in full when booking through VRBO. The card provided at the time of booking will be charged for the total. Guest will receive follow up communications including Management Company’s Vacation Rental Agreement for e-signature which is required for all stays. (2) Management Company reserves the right to deny stays less than 7 nights, if the arrival date is more than 30 days out from the booking date. Stays less than 7 nights, with an arrival date between mid-April to mid-October, are strictly prohibited unless approved by management. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Heated pool ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109930000/109928800/109928766/7fbf3417.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wine Down: 4BR, 3.5BA, Almost Oceanfront, Private Pool, Game Room! 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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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1016 ## About the area Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is by the ocean. Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Flatwaters Paddling and Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Big Rock Stadium or Cougar Stadium. [Visit our Emerald Isle travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Emerald-Isle.dx183749) [View more Holiday homes in Emerald Isle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Emerald-Isle-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183749-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.68185%2C-76.92026&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=q3YSjt2Jh0D7cie375zjT3Y8XDI=) Emerald Isle, NC ### What's nearby - ![Great pier in Emerald Isle ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183749/ee91b74b-6f78-4b14-af03-139c9001d977.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier 12 min drive \- 8.7 miles - ![Board walk and beach pavilion over the sand dunes to the beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10857/f545db9c-d4a6-40a2-806e-c81d7ea5cc42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Macon State Park 20 min drive \- 15.6 miles - Emerald Isle Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - 3rd Street Park 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center 53 min drive \- 31.8 miles ### Getting around - Havelock Station 43 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) 62 min drive ### Restaurants - Frank's 27 min drive - Frank's Pizza & Subs 27 min drive - Big Oak Drive-In & BBQ 4 min drive - The Crab Shack 4 min drive - Clam Digger Inn 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! have a pool? ### Is Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!? ### What time is check-in at Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!? ### What time is check-out at Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC!? ### Where is Dark and Stormy, Almost Oceanfront House in Emerald Isle, NC! located? ## Have a question? 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