Title: Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=183749&destination=Emerald+Isle%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=36429087&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower ## Photo gallery for Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower ![Property grounds - Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36430000/36429100/36429087/1908b23a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, printers - Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36430000/36429100/36429087/682482b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36430000/36429100/36429087/94dccd79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36430000/36429100/36429087/eedb0544.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower (Emerald Isle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36430000/36429100/36429087/9216e13c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this beautifully landscaped property in the heart of EI, featuring a private beach access just 0.5 miles away and an exclusive gated parking lot with an outdoor shower and boardwalk. Unwind on the large deck with a gas grill or in the sun room overlooking the backyard, while enjoying modern comforts like Roku TVs, high-speed internet, and a fully stocked kitchen. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61318 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower Exclusive, free, private ocean front gated parking lot with an outdoor shower and boardwalk to the beach. Avoid crowds, lines, and paying for parking! When headed to the beach with chairs, cooler, towels, etc it's nice to drive over and park ocean front! The house is 0.5 mi from the private beach access. So you can walk to it too. Our private beach access is just one block from the Bogue Inlet Pier with public restrooms, a convenience store, Surf's Up ocean front restaurant, tackle shop and excellent fishing! The master has a tempur-pedic hybrid california king with a base for raising and lowering head and feet! There a king in the first guest room and a queen in the second. New in 2026 is a NEMA 14-50 EV Charging plug is available via the driveway.. New in 2023 a whole house water filtration and softening system. Kitchen and bathrooms remodeled in 2022\. New appliances, cabinets, tile, kitchen countertop space tripled, master bath converted to a walk in shower, etc.! Brand new HVAC May 2022\. The back deck and much of the backyard privacy fencing was replaced in 2020\. In 2020, the entire private beach access boardwalk was replaced and the dock at the sound side Cedar Street Park was completely rebuilt. The sound side dock is just 0.2 miles from the house! This home was initially renovated in 2019 with brand new furniture, flooring and paint. While there will be a VRBO fee at checkout, there will be no extra fees from the owner for linens, cleaning, crib or high chair. This property is thoroughly cleaned every week. Rest assured the house is disinfected including every light switch, door handle, etc! Beautifully landscaped property with a very private backyard, large outdoor shower with hot water, large deck and gas grill. Sun room overlooking the backyard. One story, so NO stairs to climb! Master suite has a cal king bed and private bath, a king and queen in the other 2 bedrooms. Hampers in each room, separate laundry room and outdoor clothes line. Roku TV's in every bedroom and living room with an ad free Hulu subscription on each TV for a large selection of TV shows and movies! Blu-ray in living room, high speed internet, modern furniture and decor, many games to play, fully stocked kitchen, plenty of dishes and cutlery to last the day . Located in the heart of EI so you can walk to many shops and restaurants. Several grocery stores are just 4 minutes from the house. Walk to the sound front Cedar Street Park at the end of the street (0.2mi), sit on the bench at the end of the dock and enjoy our glorious sunsets! It's also ideal for cyclists...11 mile bicycle path. Bring your bikes! (rentals available on the island). Linens included (bed sheets, blanket, 4 pillows per bed, towel sets, which include a bath, hand and wash cloth per person as well as bath mats are also included). The kitchen includes 2 dish towels and 2 dish cloths. Complimentary first trash bag, 1 roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, a roll of paper towels, and salt, pepper and spices to get your relaxing vacation started. Also provided is hand soap next to each sink. Complimentary crib and high chair available. Hurricanes: Travel insurance when booking through VRBO is optional, but is strongly recommended for this time of year. If you choose not to purchase insurance, no refunds will be given in the event of cancellation, including mandatory hurricane evacuation. NO SMOKING! Rentals are Saturday to Saturday. While no pets are allowed, the owner's dog has been inside of the home, so pet dander may be present. Saturday to Saturday weekly rentals only. Check in at 4pm and Check out at 10am. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 1,318 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95870000/95867200/95867171/c20b483d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'west of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! 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This is very expensive and time consuming to replace. There will be a $150 replacement fee if not present. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property 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 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 ### Property is also known as Renovated Cottage With Private Oceanfront Parking NO Extra Fees ## About the area Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Star Hill Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Beach Wheels Bike Rental. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [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%7C34.66774%2C-77.03194&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AoRJXb6PaCfIoFxj9t22Q1L3WYY=) Emerald Isle, NC ### What's nearby - ![Man Walking on Beach at Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661188/575b6727-47e4-4f97-9634-73a621a67a90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Emerald Isle Adventures 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Looking for the sweet spot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661189/140f17a3-36fb-4901-948d-56a0589d74a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Sweet Spot 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier](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 walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico on Captiva Island in Southwest Florida, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6181259/4d8c6696-40be-4fd5-a435-562e50d3966b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Emerald Plantation 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Emerald Isle Beach 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Havelock Station 36 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 7 min drive - Marks Restaurant 9 min drive - Bogue Sound Distillery 9 min drive - Which Wich 8 min drive - Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower? ### What time is check-in at Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower? ### What time is check-out at Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower? ### Where is Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 48 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina G. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GREAT PLACE We had a wonderful stay at this well equipped home away from home. Great location to the beach, the Sound and the shops. The host has thought of every aminity you would need. Nice privacy fence, outdoor shower and patio area outside as well. ##### Gina G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vianey V. 12 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! loved it! super clean, she messaged back quickly, great overall! ##### Vianey V. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Ellen w. 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Mixed Feelings Great location, great layout. Loved the private beach parking. Unfortunately, the house was dirty. Toothpaste spray on the sink, dust everywhere, dog hairs in the couch, filthy oven. ##### Ellen w. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy V. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun despite Hurricane Debby We have never been to Emerald Isle. We had a great time exploring and seeing what the area had to offer. The house was perfect for our needs. Our daughter brought her best friend and they loved having their choice of rooms and all the amenities. Hurricane Debby cut our stay short because of my worry about all the rain. I highly recommend this house. So comfortable and well equipped. We will visit again! ##### Amy V. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy M. 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private, quiet, comfortable We usually stay beach side but we are now rethinking our priorities. This property was very clean, well-equipped, and so peaceful. We love to cook and the recently updated kitchen was perfectly apportioned for big dinners and quick lunches. The updates in the master bath were thoughtful and convenient. The double cherries on top of it all was the private beach parking and beach access, and the super-fast responses to any and all questions we had (which were very few) thanks to the clear communications from the owner. We look forward to booking again! ##### Timothy M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie B. 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best vacation in the books First of, this house was beautiful and super spacious. Towels, kitchen essentials, etc were all provided and ready when we arrived. Walking to the beach is easy, as well as driving to the beach. Stores are close, mini golf nearby, go karts, perfect for your kidsos enjoyment 😌 The outdoor patio was also very nice, along with the outdoor shower to wash all the sand off after beach travels. The air conditioning in the home itself was superior and would freeze you out, so it was nice coming home in the super hot weather to cool off. The owner has good communication and is nearby to respond to messages. We had an amazing time, and would most definitely book this stay again. Thanks heather for such a great vacation and for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! 💙 See you next year! ##### Katie B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent beach house! Very clean, comfortable beds. The location is great and we loved the beach access. I had a couple questions that Heather responded to quickly. Would recommend/stay again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy F. 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome vacation home! Wonderful stay!! The house had all we needed plus more and was extremely clean and comfortable! We loved the location as we could walk to the pier at the end of the street to see the sunset or drive to the private parking area for visiting the beach! The lot was private and quiet with a nice deck in the back with an outdoor table and grill. The rooms and beds were very comfortable. 100 percent would recommend! Hope to return next year! ##### Peggy F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ed D. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great house The house was extremely clean. Well equipped kitchen.All the kitchen cabinets are labeled. A great touch. We enjoyed the house and its privacy. We give it 5 stars out of 5. ##### Ed D. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob j. 12 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Host Great Host, responsive. Beach access via remote parking was better than expected and easy. Can walk to a fresh made donut shop from the property! ##### Rob j. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Britney T. 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect beach getaway This was our first time visiting EI, and our first time not staying on the beach, and we honestly didn't miss it. The beach is just down the street, and the private access was amazing. The sunset at the dock just down the road was gorgeous. Heather was excellent with communication, although we didn't need to bother her one bit during our stay because we had everything we needed, and more. My only suggestion would be shaded parking... and that's just being petty because we went during an insane heat wave and I have black leather seats We would not hesitate to book this home again! ![Sunset at the dock](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/183f1312-1ee1-43e6-b4a6-9990d99bf6a8-1751141399942.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Private beach access... not crowded at all](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/10a8d205-b3f6-42aa-87da-305acfb1425c-1751141395634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Britney T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel T. 10 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay at this vacation home My family and I really enjoyed our stay at this home. We especially enjoyed having meals outside on the deck and walking down the street to the cute donut shop. The private beach access was really great to have as we could just show up and park without having to drive around endlessly looking for a spot. The little closed in sunroom was a nice surprise as it made a great spot for my toddler to hang out with his toys while still being in eye sight. Would definitely rent this home again or recommend to friends! ##### Rachel T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa A. 1 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home, fantastic location We love this place!! This is our 3rd year staying here & can’t say enough good things. The house is setup really well to accommodate our group of 5 adults & 1 child. The outdoor space has a great deck w lots of shade for hanging out & meals, plus a great outdoor shower. The house is all one level & super clean. It’s in a quiet area and the beach is still easily accessible w the included parking access. This home will always be our 1st choice when vacationing in EI. ##### Melissa A. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad C. 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property and loved the location. We had a great vacation at Emerald Isle and a big part of the reason was this beach house and easy access to the beach. We normally stay oceanfront, and we were a little hesitant. While no need to be. The location of the home is in a great neighborhood and the parking at the beach was easy and always available. The home was clean, with modern/updated bathrooms and kitchen. We loved the back deck. With all the shade from the trees, the deck was always cool and relaxing when getting back from the beach. Heather was great to work with and always got right back with answers to questions. I would recommend the property and we plan on staying again when we return to Emerald Isle. ##### Brad C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this place!!! First, don't be worried that this property isn't on the ocean, because the house, location, and owner are awesome!!! A short walk to the sound area, with a pier and benches are great for watching the beautiful NC sunsets, another short walk to the highway and you're at the best breakfast/coffee place on the island, as well as a great donut shop! As for the beach, this neighborhood has a dedicated beach access, and even there during the 4th, there were plenty of parking spaces, a great, well maintained walkway to the beach, which is close to the pier, but without the crowds! The house itself is wonderful, plenty of space, and lots of updates, and one of my favorite things is the outdoor hot shower! If you stay, please be sure to give this a try, believe me you'll be sold! Heather is awesome, and even on a holiday is always accessible to help with any issues you might have! I will definitely be staying here again!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole M. 26 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean home, conveniently located This house suited the needs of my family of six perfectly. The clean, spacious bedrooms and additional sun room with futon allowed for room for us to spread out. We definitely used the new TVs after sun-drenched days at the beach (sometimes simultaneously!) The private parking lot with beach access was very convenient and never crowded. Our kids loved using the extensive bike paths with a tandem bike that we rented (Heather, the owner, had a great recommendation for bike rentals that were inexpensive and delivered to the house). Finally, the food highlight for the kids was the Polish Water Ice store at the end of the street which they walked to once a day. My food highlight was Captain's Kitchen Food Truck - unbelievably fresh and delicious seafood. You can find where they will be parked each day on Facebook and it is definitely worth it to track them down! ##### Nicole M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house and great location!!! This house was absolutely wonderful! Extremely clean, neat, comfortable, had EVERY amenity!!! I can't say enough about how much we loved this house, and the owner is absolutely fantastic to deal with! Super easy check-in, and even easier check-out. About a block from the main road, easy walk to some great food places (Flip Flop Donuts & Circle Pizza are fantastic) and about the same distance in the other direction is a wonderful little Park on the Sound. The private beach parking area was a special treat and everyone was super friendly. For the house, the beds were super comfy, soft sheets (beds were already made!), roomy bathrooms, nice airy open kitchen/dining/living room area, so you never felt crowded. Wonderful sunroom and the back deck was amazing. perfect for that morning coffee! One of the nicest surprises was the outdoor shower - clean, lots of space, and the waterless hot water heater was amazing!! Though traffic on Emerald Drive can be hectic, we were lucky and had no problems. You can't go wrong with this house, and we're already planning our week for next year! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth R. 14 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful week in Emerald Isle Property was wonderful. Spacious, clean practically new. House is warm and inviting plenty of room inside and out. We had a wonderful week and hope to rent here again! ##### Beth R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly F. 8 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! We loved our time at Heather’s house. A lot of thought had been put into what guests might need - fully stocked kitchen with updated/well-kept cookware and appliances, comfortable beds, and a guestbook with lots of helpful information. The outdoor shower was wonderful, as was access to private parking at the beach, which wasn’t super crowded and very close by. Great communication from Heather as well! Highly recommend this house! We look forward to coming back! ##### Kelly F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher H. 26 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice property in a great spot We had a great week here. The property is in great shape and in a nice location. ##### Christopher H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard C. 17 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Beach House & Location Loved many things about this house: Location and convenient to everything on the island, outdoor space to include deck and outdoor shower, sunroom, free ocean front parking. The renovations the owner has completed are nice. Great place for a family vacation! ##### Richard C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie P. 6 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful week The property was beautiful and so clean! We especially loved the outdoor shower after a day at the beach. ##### Jamie P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda P. 20 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Getaway We loved the house and the beach parking was awesome! All you could want within walking distance. Fun fishing on the pier. House is well equipped, great kitchen. Private backyard. Hope to come back soon! ##### Linda P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda K. 21 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location It met all our expectations! We hope to return to EI again and will definitely stay here! ##### Brenda K. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph V. 13 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very pleasant and relaxing 😌 Perfect size house for my wife and I. Clean, new flooring through out. Enjoyed having dinner in the prívate backyard with nice 😊 deck as well as having our coffee in the rocking chairs. My wife rented a bike 🏍 for the week and had fun on her daily bike rides including watching the sunset 🌅. ##### Joseph V. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ---