Oceanfront. Enlarged Deck. Great for families!

Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Property grounds
9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(115 Ratings)

House in Emerald Isle, NC

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

Welcome to Xanadu West! It is an oceanfront duplex with amazing views and is great for families especially with young kids.

The duplex sits taller and closer to the ocean than its neighbors which makes for amazing views! One can see all the way from Indian Beach to the Point from the top deck. We've discovered that by being closer to the ocean (while not giving up good beach depth) life with kids and especially little ones is just much easier! You can see your kids easily from the deck if you'd like to have a drink or you just have to take a few steps and you are right on the beach with them. You don't have to put up a big umbrella or pack food or drinks as you are so close to the shaded decks and house. There is a full outdoor shower with hot and cold water outside for cleaning off all of the sand that seems to get everywhere!

The duplex has a reverse floorplan with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the first floor. All 3 bedrooms have ocean views with two of them have full oceanfront views thru large double sliding glass doors. The first of the oceanfront bedrooms has queen size bed and an attached bathroom. The other oceanfront bedroom has one queen bed along with a twin/trundle to allow for a maximum of 4 people in that room. The third bedroom on first floor has 2 sets of bunk beds allowing 4 people to sleep in that room as well.
You can hear the roar of the surf when you fall asleep and then welcome it in the morning when you are woken up by little feet. Enjoy just opening the glass door and stepping out on the lower deck for a wonderful view of the ocean.

The second floor includes the living room, kitchen, dining room and a second master bedroom and bathroom. The second floor has a vaulted ceiling with multiple large windows including a large bay window to provide a wonderful amount of natural light into the house. Just step out onto the upper deck and you will have one of the most amazing views of Emerald Isle.

The second floor master has a king size bed and boasts both an ocean view and a sound view out of its two windows.

Outside, there are two different decks with which to enjoy the ocean. The lower deck resides just outside of the first floor oceanfront rooms described earlier. This deck is completely shaded and is equipped with four adirondack chairs, foot rests, and side tables which makes for a great place to sit and watch the surf, read a book, have a drink and just enjoy the beach. The top deck, which has doubled in size, has a large dining table that seats up to 10 people which makes for a great place to eat a meal. There is another gathering space with a bench and two chairs as well as some very comfortable rocking chairs to help enjoy the fabulous view of Emerald Isle.

As a family of 6 with 4 kids, we are keenly aware of just how much 'stuff' one must bring to the beach. We can help free up some space by providing a Pack-n-Play, Bouncy Seat, and High Chair/Booster that are already at Xanadu West.

The kitchen is well equipped with an electric stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, two coffee makers including a traditional Mr. Coffee and a Keurig, deep fryer, slow cooker, blender, and large griddle. There is a nice dvd/video library including movies for both kids and adults for afternoon or evening viewing. There are games and puzzles as well for those in need of a break from the sun. Also, a charcoal grill is ready to help make great family meals.

We generally require a 7 night stay during thr prime season. Linens including towels are provided free of charge during the prime season of June, July and August. We can arrange linens/towels at guest request in the other months during the off-season to be paid for as an extra charge by the renter. This allows us to keep the nightly rental rates lower in the off-season.

For those that want to explore the island, there are plenty of activities away from the beach for everyone in your group. For the active: bicycling (rentals available on island), golf, kayak and boat rentals, mini-golf, amusement park, horseback riding, volleyball, water park, driving range, skating, off-shore fishing, kite-flying. For the sightseer and shopper: There is Morehead City, Beaufort waterfront, Swansboro waterfront shops and antiques, Emerald Isle shops, North Carolina Aquarium and more.

We hope you give us a try at Xanadu West!

Matt and Eleanor



Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(115 Ratings)
8.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Upon arrival the house needed to be cleaned again which was promptly handled. The location the beach is second to none. The property has been well used and showing signs of wear from previous renters. The owner is the best I must say. We addressed some concerns with a need for mats and linens and he drove from Raleigh that day to address them that day. This is an owner that cares about those who stay. Even though we brought our own, there were plenty of boards, chairs and beach toys. The direct beach access amd the decks over looking the water were amazing.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
The best house for accessing the beach, it's a very short stroll from the deck to the ocean. No walkway, no stairs, no high dune to climb, it's fantastic. The house is great too, comfortable, clean, has everything you may need. As with most beach houses, there are a lot of stairs (most of my family has knee issues), but that's just how these houses are built. We already booked our return visit for next year!
8.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
We had a great visit at Xanadu West for our first time at Emerald Isle. We had a few issues during our stay but Matt was super responsive. You can’t beat the location being right on the beach. Definitely would come back again!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
We enjoyed the location of the house and spent a lot of time on the deck. It was nice to have 2 master bedrooms.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Beautiful beach area
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
We had a wonderful vacation in Emerald Isle. Hose is just as described. Loved that it’s ocean front! Our only issue was, the a/c on the top level, didn’t cool properly. However, that would not keep me from renting it again. Probably just needed servicing. Overall, great house, great location!
10.0 / 10.0
May 2024
Beautiful views, fantastic location. Easy access to restaurants, shopping, and (of course) the beach!
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2023
Xanadu west was just as advertised, great for families with a large outdoor space on 3 levels. Being right on the beach was amazing, even the 4 year old could hang out and wait for us to accompany her for sand castle building. As usual, the kitchen and living room/dining room were the focus of the action with a panoramic view of the sea. I will definitely return!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Emerald Isle?

The average price for a rental in Emerald Isle is $631 per night. This rental is $54 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Oceanfront. Enlarged Deck. Great for families!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Oceanfront. Enlarged Deck. Great for families! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Oceanfront. Enlarged Deck. Great for families!?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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