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Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas

Family-friendly holiday home in Emerald Isle

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In Emerald Isle, The Blue Marlin offers a tranquil oceanfront retreat with epic panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Gather in the fully-stocked kitchen or relax in the great room that seats 22 and enjoy stunning views. With eight bedrooms, including two bunk rooms, a rec room with bar/kitchenette and private entrances to direct ocean access.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas

Family-friendly holiday home in Emerald Isle
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities, an arcade/games room and a garden. The holiday home has 8 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a fireplace and a jetted bath.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: No pet fees!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
$1000 event fee for gathering of over 30

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: $1000 event fee for gathering of over 30
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 9 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Emerald Isle Woods Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Emerald Forest Golf - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 34 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Market - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas located?

This family-friendly Emerald Isle holiday home is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald Isle Woods Park. Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Oceanfront 8 bedroom/sleeps 20 with large gathering and outdoor areas Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully renovated, clean with amazing views

What a great, home away from home!! Super clean and tons of space for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

It was all good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arun K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay

We had a wonderful stay at this VRBO property! The location was perfect—right on the beach with good views that we could enjoy from the house. The recent renovations truly made a difference; the house felt modern, clean, and comfortable throughout
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Stayed here for our wedding and had the best time! Couldn’t have been more perfect for our needs, we would love to come back someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing winter beach vacation

What a beautiful house with ocean views in a nice neighborhood. Clean, comfortable and spacious! My family had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Emerald Isle stay

Really good job with the remodel of house. It needs something more for outside-swimming pool--Hot tub---golf putting area. Location is good but no golf carts hurts
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Spacious and highly functional for a large group. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, and access to the beach cannot be beat. The house overall is showing signs of wear and tear, and the lack of kitchen storage for food invited lots of ants to the party. Overall, though, would not hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite home!

This is our second year staying at this beautiful house and it is OUR FAVORITE. We are a family of 16 people. The house is accommodating, clean, well laid out, and cared for. The best part of this home is how the owner is so easy to contact and check in with. They make the entire stay so lovely. They also make sure to include beach chairs, boogie boards, and even a shibumi! Highly recommend. It's such a great house!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot!

A great location to really bask in the Emerald Isle sun and beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mat r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Thank you so much. It was a beautiful home with a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding week

Great property that provides a lot of supplies for fun beach time. Very clean would have appreciated room darkening window coverings because 6:30 am bright bedrooms prevent any hope of sleeping. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Trip

A beautiful and clean home in an amazing location. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

toni l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

We rented this beautiful property for our wedding. We had plenty of space for our bridal party to stay. Our stay was absolutely AMAZING and we are already trying to plan another stay. The view was gorgeous and
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

The home is absolutely gorgeous and in the most perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Vacation

Stunning views and beach access. House was very beautifully decorated and well equipped. Kitchen could benefit with more cubbies/ shelves for pantry items. Beds were all very comfortable. Wonderful supply of beach chairs. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic rental

Highly reccomended, we will be booking again. 5 star across the board, every category!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect

Just an absolutely beautiful house with a perfect location. Exactly what we were looking for, for our little getaway. Definitely want to return and rent stay again. My family loved Emerald Isle too, nice little town with great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a group

This stunning property was the ideal stay for a big group of friends. Plenty of room for a big group to get comfortable. I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect beach house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Beach Experience

We LOVED our stay at this beach house! We had a large group of friends, all with kids under 4. The beach front was amazing and the house was spacious, clean, and beautifully designed. Communication was quick and helpful. We hope to stay here again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High school friends reunion

The house was perfect for ten friends that graduated from high school in 1971. It had a great layout for a large gathering and it was spotless. The view of the ocean was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Perfect

Ideal place for family and friends to stay for weekend wedding! Great communication with property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S., Whiteford MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best vacation!

We were down for a wedding and stayed for three nights four days. It was an absolute dream!! The home was extremely clean and beautiful. Gorgeous view of the ocean and perfect location. Have no complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

This house is in a wonderful location and is beautifully decorated! We had an excellent vacation. Our only minor critique would be that it wasn’t particularly clean (specifically the floors hadn’t been mopped recently). Overall we would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

This was our first visit to Emerald Isle, and we really enjoyed our stay. We needed to contact the homeowners a few times over minor things, and they were very responsive. The house was clean, and the layout worked perfectly for our group of 16 adults. We're looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

We stayed here for my son’s wedding at Watson house. It is a great location and beautiful home. The property manager was very responsive and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023