Title: Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39671700/39671660/480378ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39671700/39671660/88875e09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39671700/39671660/aaa974fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39671700/39671660/309bcae2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39671700/39671660/110003be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Golfing on-site, a water park and an arcade/games room are just a few of the amenities provided at Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 113700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must RETROUVAILLE (pronounced "retro-vie") 5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom, oceanfront, single family home, family setting, Southern Outer Banks, town of Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina 28512 Steps from Atlantic Ocean, 1/2 mile from Crystal Coast Country Club, 2 miles from NC Aquarium, 7 miles from historic Fort Macon, near Cape Lookout Lighthouse. The Perfect Tele-Work and Home Schooling Getaway Venue, while Enjoying a Beach Vacation with the entire Family! Panoramic, beachfront views of the Atlantic Ocean. Take in natural beauty and wildlife from wild horses to dolphins and hatching sea turtles Min Required Stay: 4 Nights 21 July 2025 - 25 Apr 2026 7 Nights (Sat to Sat) 26 Apr - 5 Sept 2026 4 Nights 6 Sept 2025 - 24 Apr 2027 Linens and bath & kitchen towels provided with beds made. Please bring your own beach towels. No Smoking. No Pets. Street access for skateboarding; bicycle lane along entire island. Access to 6 private Bogue Sound parks (links below); natural forest, charcoal grills, picnic tables, playground, swings, basketball court. Boat/Kayak/Canoe launching access, fishing piers: Day use only. Car decal & gate card for parks provided in the Guest Book. https://www.piksco.com/eat https://www.pineknollassociation.com/parks-marinas New for 2024: New Whole House De-Humidification System New 65" Samsung HDTV in Media Room ROKU installed on all TV's Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included New Siding Freshly Painted Exterior Professionally Landscaped WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY: Elevator:1 stepup from ground level;on Main level Carolina porch 1 stepup to living area Ramps in place make steps and entire house wheelchair accessible. Wide sliding glass doors onto extra wide deck; wide hallways and room entrances. EXTERIOR: Carport plus 4-car parking area Two beach-view hammocks Outdoor, large private shower with hot water INTERIOR: High Speed wireless internet with whole-house mesh router WiFi access. ROKU installed on all TV's Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included Elevator Floor planking in ground floor bedrooms, all bathrooms, stairs Hardwood floor: upper level Marble countertops: all bathrooms Kitchen: Granite countertops; expanded island with counter-height seating Solar Blackout Curtains in the two Master Bedrooms and Living Room Ceiling Fans throughout MAIN LEVEL: Living Area: 60" Sony 3D Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; 3D Blu-Ray player; new furniture; Queen sleeper-sofa; authentic WWII Liberty ship hatch-cover coffee table, end tables. Propane gas fireplace. Access to beachfront deck that spans entire length of house with captain's chairs, rockers, glider & Beach Royalty Hammock Kitchen: adjoins living area; large open dining area seats 10, plus large maple, butcher block island with 4 counter-height chairs. Appliances include both regular drip coffee maker and Keurig. Carolina Porch: beautiful overlook of natural, Pine Knoll Shores vegetation; settee and additional large multi-purpose table, seats 10, for games, handicrafts, banquets, etc. Master Bedroom #1: Access to beachfront deck spanning entire length of house, fully furnished. King-sized bed; cool Tempurpedic, Cloud Luxe Breeze dream mattress; 60" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; private bathroom and shower with grab bars and handles. Solar black-out curtains. Bedroom #2 and #3: Queen sized beds; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream mattresses; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV's; ROKU installed on TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; hall bathroom. GROUND LEVEL: Downstairs Master Bedroom (#4): King sized bed; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream mattress; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; private bathroom; sliding door access to outdoor patio with bench, large picnic table, ocean/beach view, and 3 steps up to boardwalk landing, then 5 steps down to board walkway to beach side deck. Bedroom #5 or Multi-Media/Game Room: Direct access to outdoor patio and private bathroom. New 65" Samsung Wi-Fi LED HDTV, ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; and Blu-Ray player; Big Joe seating and Big Kids comfy swivel chairs; Ping-Pong table. Bunk Bed: Twin size over full sized bed with additional full-sized trundle. AMENITIES: Large gas grill stored in carport; to be used under front awning. Private, lower deck landing with benches directly off beach, outdoor shower, & a platform for cleaning fish. (Yes, this Is the Fishing Mecca of the East Coast!). Superior bedding system featured in all bedrooms. Ceiling fans throughout Propane gas fireplace Numerous luggage stands Central de-humidification system Culligan Medallist Water Softener System Culligan Aqua-Cleer Advanced (Reverse Osmosis) filtered drinking water system at kitchen sink, and producing crystal clear pure ice cubes (connected to Refrigerator door icemaker) Baby/Child Amenities: Baby crib (bring your own sheets) High chair Child size Little Joe and Big Joe chairs. Business Features: Hi-Speed Wireless Internet Wireless Excellent mesh router WiFi access throughout house Attractive Comfortable Desk in Upstairs Master Bedroom #1 (what a view!) Entertainment Features: 6 Big Screen TVs (HDTV), ROKU installed on all TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; 2 Blu-Ray Players Community Features: Picnic table area, community docks and community pier access,basketball court access Distinctive Features: Linens provided; beds made up (weekly stays) Private walkway access to beach 36" x 48" elevator covered outdoor porch/deck covered patio refrigerator/freezer on both floors. main floor washer/dryer dune-top deck deck furniture iron and ironing board Recreational Features: Rec / Game Room Ping Pong Table Card / Poker Table Fish Cleaning Station PREMIUM VENUE FOR FAMILY CELEBRATIONS: Seated dining for 24. 10 at Dining Room table, 4 at Large Kitchen butcher block island, and 10 at adjacent Carolina Porch table. Great for hosting weddings, family reunion & your traditional holiday gathering! Crystal Coast Beaches Are Lovely in the Spring and Fall! Fall - Spring Promotion! 50% Discount on Monthly Rentals (28 nights or more) Who says beach season ends Labor Day? Beach destinations experience less tourist volume, even as temperatures stay balmy. So hit the beach this Fall, prime surf, pier & inshore fishing season! CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL: Behind Door in lower hallway landing near bottom of stairs ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### 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. - In-room accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Table tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Unit size: 3,700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85350000/85342100/85342074/dc7db4ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious Oceanfront, PKS home VERY PRIVATE 4 bedrooms 6 baths, TENNIS and POOLS Pine Knoll Shores - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=85342074&PinnedHotelID=85342074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46110000/46110000/46109985/b4b47958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront living with private beach access Emerald Isle - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=46109985&PinnedHotelID=46109985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66610000/66605700/66605622/633b3cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sandlot- OCEANFRONT House w/ Pool & Hot Tub, Amazing views. 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## About the area ![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%7C34.69577%2C-76.79987&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3GJG4ZVjfaL-dLVbUHAV-4z04Uw=) Pine Knoll Shores, NC #### What's nearby - Country Club of the Crystal Coast - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles - Coral Bay Shopping Center - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles - Triple S Marina - 14 min drive - 6.2 miles - Fort Macon State Park - 14 min drive - 6.6 miles #### Getting around - Havelock Station - 33 min drive - New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jimmy John's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cox Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min drive - ‪Cookout - ‬11 min drive - ‪Luigi's Pizza - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must located? > Nestled on the beach, this Atlantic Beach holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Country Club of the Crystal Coast, Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area and Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Coral Bay Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fall is Beach Time: Sunny, Warm Ocean, Great Fishing! WiFi to ‘Work’ IF You Must Reviews 9.4 ### 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 31 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan T. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great beach house without the crowds. ##### Alan T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne H. 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent location, clean & well appointed. The layout worked well for our family & we enjoyed our stay. Thank you! ##### Anne H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### L B. 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family holiday The propery was just as advertised and the view was amazing. We had a great time. We are hoping to rent it next Thanksgiving. ##### L B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgia A. 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun on Labor Day A Beautiful house and location! The views are awesome. We enjoyed our stay. The house is very well equipped, very clean, and the property manager was very responsive when needed( which was only once for a tv channel find). Definitely plan to visit again and soon. ##### Georgia A. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Debbie H. 26 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really enjoyed our stay Overall we had a great time and loved the area and the house. It was very well suited for our family. The house was extremely well stocked. We planned to eat in each meal and did not have any issues with the supplies stocked in the kitchen. The manager was very responsive. The area itself was extremely quiet. I would recommend this house to others. ##### Debbie H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne C. 5 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible beach experience We had a fantastic stay at this property. The house overlooks a beautiful private stretch of beach with great views from the living area and an expansive covered oceanfront porch. The house itself was very comfortable, extremely well-equipped kitchen with large butcher block island, every utensil you might need, blender, mixer, keurig. Super comfortable bed and spacious master bedroom and bath. Nice hardwood floors. Property manager Monique was very attentive. Only suggestion for improvement might be to make the living area a little cozier- leather sofa needs repair (bummer!), maybe an area rug. But those are small issues, the house and location are great and we would happily visit again. ##### Suzanne C. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann Marie S. 1 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for travelers with mobility issues We had a wonderful week at Retrouvaille! The main reason we chose this specific home was due to accessibility concerns; the elevator was crucial for allowing us to bring our whole extended family to the beach including my in-laws who have significant mobility issues. The house is fully accessible to those who have issues going up and down stairs. The path from the elevator to the main living area may be a bit tight for a wheelchair user due to the size of the dining table but would probably be manageable if you temporarily moved some of the chairs and scooted the table to one side. For people like my mother-in-law, who can walk but uses a cane and cannot do stairs, it was perfect. The en suite in the upstairs main bedroom has grab bars which were also helpful. The other two upstairs bedrooms each have a queen bed and share a bathroom with a double vanity. My husband and I stayed in the downstairs main bedroom, while our 4-year-old twins were thrilled to stay in the bunk bed in the rec room (which also has a private bathroom). The location was awesome, directly on the beach with a beautiful view from the upstairs deck. It was such a thrill to sit on the deck and watch dolphins swimming right in front of the house! Everything was in excellent condition and was exactly as it appeared in the pictures. The space was large and had plenty of room to spread out, which was nice for traveling with extended family. TVs with Rokus in every bedroom also meant we could spend some quiet time apart when we needed to, but come back together in the living area or on the deck. We had a very minor, non emergency maintenance issue which popped up on a Sunday afternoon, and the owner quickly responded to my text and had a handyman at the house the following morning. Overall I would enthusiastically recommend Retrouvaille to anyone traveling with a large-ish group (we had 7 adults and 2 children), or anyone with mobility issues that make stairs a challenge. I will note that the private beach access to get from the house to the beach does require the use of stairs, as well as walking up & down a sandy dune/hill which was challenging for me as a person who is able-bodied but quite out of shape but I honestly don't know if you could find any better in the area. The handrail on the stairs leading down to the sand was also pretty weathered and splintery which made me a bit nervous for my young children but they were fine. We had a wonderful stay and would 1000% book again! ##### Ann Marie S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad P. 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family beach week 3 generations for a week at the beach, 8 adults and 2 toddlers. Great beach for the little ones with a tidal pool at upper tides. Perfect access to beach. Very close to aquarium, which we visited twice. House was perfect for us with large kitchen/dining table/living room all together. ##### Chad P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley M. 14 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful stay This is a beautiful home filled with TLC. It has amazing views, very clean and the host was very kind, responsive and personable! Would definitely stay again! ##### Ashley M. Stayed 43 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marika S., Chapel Hill, NC USA 29 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super Thanksgiving setting We very enjoyed our Thanksgiving week stay. All was as represented in the property description and communication with the owner/manager was quite smooth from booking to post-departure. Recommended! ##### Marika S. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig H., Raleigh, NC 2 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful ocean view and great location We had a great stay at Retrouvaille. The home is handicap friendly and the elevator was very helpful as the spacious main bedroom, kitchen and living space are all on the upper level. It is in an ideal location and the views from the large porch are spectacular. The owners were responsive and checked in with us while we were there to make sure our stay was going well. We will be back. ##### Craig H. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max S. 4 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house… on a great stretch of beach. ##### Max S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen L. 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Vacation Retrouvaille at Pine Knoll Shores was the perfect beach rental for us grandparents (late 60s), three grandchildren (ages 7,6, and 5), and their parents (late 30s, early 40s). We can't wait to go back! The house is lovely and obviously well taken care of, with plenty of room to spread out, comfortable furniture and beds, and a well-equipped kitchen. We can hardly wait to go back! Jeff, the owner, was prompt to respond to inquiries and deal with internet issues (weather-related) that arose. He is definitely a super host! ##### Ellen L. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl P. 31 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### PKS Beauty Wonderful location in PKS. Breathtaking views of the ocean. Key for us with old folks and toddlers, easy ocean access, and an elevator. The downstairs, with a king bed, and private bath, And play room with bunkbeds, was perfect for my son, his wife, and two small children. It is a gorgeous place to stay. and play room with bunkbeds, was perfect for my son, his wife, and two small children. It is a gorgeous place to stay. ##### Carl P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan T. 23 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Beach House on the Ocean We have stayed at at least 10 different properties on Emerald Isle over the years, and this was by far the best. Well stocked and well maintained, I can't say enough good about the property. Beach access was easy -- not nearly as many steps as other places we've stayed, and the indoor elevator was a blessing to us older folk, as we brought our luggage up to the bedrooms. We've already made our reservation for next year. ##### Alan T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mary s. t. 22 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time Wonderful house and perfect view. Clean and appealing. ##### mary s. t. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belinda E. 15 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best beach house ever Everything was wonderful about our stay. The house itself was spectacular. It is well furnished with solid wood dining and bedroom furniture. Deck furniture seemed well made as well and the hammock on the top deck was awesome. Views from the deck were wonderful - so close to the ocean. My 97 year old mother spent most of her time just sitting there and watching the waves. The elevator is what made it possible for her to go with us, and it worked well. The house was spotless, and the kitchen was well equipped. The beach was beautiful. There were other people around but it was not at all crowded. We saw dolphins on our last morning! The communication with the owner and his representative Debbie was great. Debbie was proactive about getting us settled in and even found us an elevated toilet seat for my mom to use while we were there. When we broke a coffee carafe one morning Debbie was able to get us another coffee maker to use the same day. We had a great stay in this house! It is the nicest beach house we have ever stayed in! ##### Belinda E. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark H. 23 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent home in excellent location Excellent place , no reservations recommending it anyone who would like a more private setting on a beautiful beach ##### Mark H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacia W. 4 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! The location and privacy are amazing. The house is lovely and there was something for everyone! ##### Stacia W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elliott L. 29 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Week This beach house was great for our extended family. Jeff was quick to answer any questions we had about an issue and followed up to make sure everything was fine. The location is beautiful and the house is well equipped and comfortable. We enjoyed a week full of wonderful memories!! ##### Elliott L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl P. 22 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great place.Everything about 119 Pinewood was perfect for our group. The downstairs king suite and nearby large play room, which housed bunkbeds and a crib, was perfect for my son, his wife, his two-year-old, and his four week old. The two queen bedrooms upstairs worked well for my daughter and her husband and for extra stuff. The king suite upstairs worked great for my wife and me. But the best thing about this house is its location, which couldn’t be better. It is close to the ocean, the views are spectacular, and the open spaces are more than sufficient. And for us, the elevator was a requirement and made all the difference. We definitely will consider a repeat performance. ##### Carl P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy B. 16 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! We've been coming to Pine Knoll Shores every year for about 20 years. The view from this house was the best we've ever had. When we weren't on the beach, we were sitting out on the deck overlooking the ocean. The house was very clean and well equipped. There was plenty of space and the whole group enjoyed it immensely. I highly recommend this place! You won't be disappointed! ##### Nancy B. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chery C. 3 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and very relaxing time Awesome location. Great stay. Thankful for the elevator and walk in shower for our elderly family members!! The beach was just steps away and the weather could not have been any more beautiful. We will put this house on the list as a great find!! Thank you, Cherry ##### Chery C. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James H. 12 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Vacation After my vacation reservation was cancelled two days before my planned trip, with no alternative lodging, it was suggested I check out listings on VRBO. What a great suggestion! Our Host was super accommodating, the location is beyond spectacular, and the house was a perfect fit for our group. Pine Knoll Shores offers a much more secluded location than most of the rentals I have had at the Crystal Coast. Would highly recommend this rental - everything you could want and more. ##### James H. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan G. 21 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay This was our first time vacationing with another family that has children and the house was perfectly suited! The location is awesome! We practically had the entire beach to ourselves. The sweetest addition was the Cat in the Hat book that was personalized from the owners as a gift to the kids. A memory forever 😊 ##### Ryan G. 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