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'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access!

Emerald Isle condo with kitchen

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.
A glass table and blue chairs on a wooden deck with a view of a house and trees.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a brick accent wall.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a brick wall, a window, and a microwave on the counter.
A room with a large window, curtains, and a view of a residential area with houses and greenery.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Emerald Isle

Seaside stay .You'll find Emerald Isle Beach and Emerald Isle Adventures within a 15-minute walk of this Emerald Isle condo. The Sweet Spot and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Sweet Spot - 13 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Emerald Forest Golf - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 38 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fish Hut Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Anchor Bottle Shop - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access!

Salty sea air and balmy breezes welcome you to this Emerald Isle apartment, sitting just a 30-yard stroll from public beach access! Guests of the 2-bedroom, 1-bath ‘West of the Moon’ vacation rental will enjoy spectacular ocean views, along with modern at-home essentials. You’ll feel at ease with the Smart TVs, full kitchen, and dog-friendly policy. Kick back on your private deck while the waves crash against the shore, or grab the provided beach gear and head down for a day of sand and sun!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walk to Beach | Private Deck | Dog Friendly w/ Fee | Ocean Views

This apartment is well equipped and ready to host either your small group or - when renting multiple units together - your entire crew, for a stress-free beach retreat!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Alcove: Twin Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private spacious deck, patio furniture, shared yard, gas & charcoal grills, outdoor wash station, community walkways to the beach (30 yards away)
BEACH SUPPLIES: Wagon, large umbrellas, 4 folding chairs, sandcastle-building set, snorkel set, swim goggles, 2 boogie boards, skimboard
INDOOR LIVING: Hardwood floors, picture windows, open layout, 4 flat-screen Roku Smart TVs w/ free access to Netflix & Sling, DVD player, dining table, office space w/ copier, printer & scanner
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, stove/oven, refrigerator & freezer, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, waffle maker
GENERAL: 1,200 sq ft, free WiFi (high speed), washer/dryer, iron & board, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, curling iron, linens, towels, dogs allowed w/ fee (paid pre-trip), keyless entry & lockbox
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: Traveling with more than 6? Reach out about the other vacation rentals on site (Evolve listings 439152, 439154, 439155). Inquire about renting multiple properties together

*NOTE: This apartment belongs to a quadruplex with 3 other vacation rentals, with some shared outdoor amenities. Other travelers may be present during your stay*

-- THE LOCATION --

OCEANFRONT: Emerald Isle Beach (30 yards), Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier (1.0 miles), NC Wildlife Public Boat Ramp (1.6 miles), Dudley’s Marina (6.8 miles)
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Salt Pirate Waterpark (1.9 miles), Fun World Motor Sports (2.2 miles), The Watson House and Gardens (3.9 miles), Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway (8.8 miles), North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (12.7 miles)
PARKS & NATURE: Emerald Isle Woods Park (2.9 miles), Hammocks Beach State Park (10.2 miles), Fort Macon State Park (19.0 miles), Croatan National Forest (25.6 miles)
FOOD & DRINK: The Trading Post; Southern Food & Spirits (0.8 miles), Flipperz Family Bar & Grill (1.2 miles), Rucker Johns Restaurant (1.6 miles), Caribsea (1.9 miles), The Crab Shack (8.5 miles)
AIRPORTS: Albert J Ellis Airport (39.7 miles), Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (38.5 miles), Wilmington International Airport (76.6 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog friendly with $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This apartment belongs to a quadruplex with 3 other vacation rentals with some shared outdoor amenities. Other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: A caretaker often visits the property on behalf of the homeowner, and may be present to perform property-related tasks as needed during your stay

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'west of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Waffle maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving 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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New! 'west of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access!
'west of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! Condo
'west of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! Emerald Isle
'west of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! Condo Emerald Isle
439153

Frequently asked questions

How close is 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! to the airport?

This condo is 40.2 mi (54-min drive) away from the New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! to the beach?

This condo is a short 4-minute walk from Emerald Isle Beach and 11.8 mi (19-min drive) from Crystal Coast Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access!?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is 'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! to downtown Emerald Isle?

This condo is 0.5 mi away from Emerald Isle.

'West of the Moon' Ocean Apt w/ Beach Access! Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 37 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t ask for it to be better
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Great stay

I had a great stay. The water is very close. Walking was great air conditioning was nice and cool kitchen with all the facilities was great too. Had a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana Kay K.

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

Clean and Cute

The place was clean and cute. Good place to stay for the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Great location

We had a great visit great amenities and right across the street to the beach. Friendly management who sent food and attractions recommendations. Walking distance to walking trails and the pier.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ana G.

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

Amazing

This house was very clean, really close to the beach (3min walk) Great location and view near to all local attractions, restaurants, bars, grocery stores ect ( literally 5 minutes drive) Very big space and safe I’m a single mom who brought my kids and mom with dog and we really had a great time I hope we can use this house again next summer
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

stephanie t.

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

Everything We Needed!

This is the second time we have stayed at this property and we hope to visit again. It is conveniently located to the beach and pier, welcomed our dogs, and had everything we needed for a great beach week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

shannon

West Of Moon

I feel as though I should mention that it is upstairs...but other than that it was exactly what was described!! We were very satisfied with our stay 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
West of the Moon is the PERFECT place to stay with your family and dogs. If is right across the street from a pet friendly beach. You literally walk out the front door, across the street and are on the beach. The beach itself is great because it's not a crowded tourist trap. You can actually just enjoy the sand and ocean without the crowd. The apartment itself is also ideal for a family and pets. First it's all hard floors- perfect for pets and of course the sandy beach. I really don't want to stay at places with carpeted floor and pets. It had 4 beds, enough for my family of 5. Also ideal was the front and back yard space. It's nice to take your dogs out and not leave your yard. Taking your pets on vacation with you isn't always easy- you have to find a good place and I'd say this is it. When we left to explore without them, they had a nice open, all hard floor area to relax and enjoy, all bedroom doors shut so there is a nice safe area to keep your pets without using a crate. Very enjoyable for us and our pets. Thank you.I would stay here again on future trips over to a great beach. Jamie, Matt, Sonorah, Lucas, Quinn, StormFly, and Winnie
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Great Location! No complaints here!

We would stay here again. It is a duplex turned into 4 rentals, but it was roomy enough for 6 people and 2 dogs. The A/C was ice cold and had a separate air conditioner for each bedroom and living space. The location is great - only about 20 feet from beach access and 0.6 mile walk to shopping and food. The host responded to texts quickly. The people we met were all so nice. This is a rental and city I want to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Wonderful stay

West of the Moon was very close to the beach, with walking distance. The condo was nice and clean and smelled so fresh. Felt very comfortable and it had everything we need for our stay.Peaceful neighborhood. The host ( Joel) was very accommodating. Called to check on us to see if everything was ok and to our satisfaction. Definitely recommend to stay at West of the Moon.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Angie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Beyond the great location and pet friendly policy, this property is dated, poorly maintained, and not worth the nightly rate. The beds were extremely uncomfortable—the couch was better. We left a day early because we couldn't sleep, and the issues affecting our stay were not things the host could realistically address during our stay. The bedding, towels, and furnishings felt cheap/worn. The bedding was microfiber, and all of towels were old, pilling, mismatched in color, and heavily worn and have never been bleached. We ended up using our beach towels because the provided towels did not feel clean. The kitchen was minimally equipped, the toilet was not properly secured and rocked every time it was used, the wooden stairs were unfinished, and the lack of a dishwasher raised additional concerns about cleanliness.I can say that the fridge/freezer kept food cold, although the freezer had no shelves. The AC eventually cooled the apartment, but it relied on 3 additional loud window units and took 9 hours to reach a comfortable temp of 72. Considering it's summer in NC, arriving to find the thermostat set at 80 and being asked to turn the system completely off when leaving felt illogical.Everything about this VRBO seems to be operated with cost-cutting as the primary concern. There was also a pet goat in the VRBO unit below us. While While it did not directly impact our stay, it raised questions about cleanliness standards, especially since the units appear to be managed together
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

Best location. Great neighborhood and easy quick walk to the beach. House was spacious but needs updating. The house was not well equipped. The kitchen hardly has anything. Washing machine was not good either. TVs were nice. Beds were comfy. Pets were welcome!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda B.

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

Great location!

Great location, right across from the beach! The house is a little outdated but worked for us. The only reason I gave 4 stars is the wooden creaky stairs. They are steep so carpet would've been easier for us and our little dog.... We made it work. No tv box in master bedroom. Living room tv volume is on tv, not remote... Overall a good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Jules F.

Total misrepresentation

The condo or apt. not sure what it is since both are listed… but rental is NOT on beach nor is it 30 yds to beach… place is a dump literally… dog crap on the lawn go figure! I’m about yo head back home
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Maria M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Review

Kitchen appliances very out dated. Washer leaked and was extremely loud. No trash bags, paper towels, bath mat and 2 rolls of toilet paper. Master bedroom looked to have mold on ceiling in closet. Sand on sheets on bed when we arrived. Location very good and recommend right near beach. Property manger very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Alexis S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Disgusting.

When we arrived, there was maintenance crew working on the home so we could not enter originally, then we found out they were spraying the mold thats in the master bedroom closet. The maintenance crew was confused they thought we were coming the next day. The smell was absolutely disgusting and gave us a headache all weekend. The only thing decent about the play was the location, very close to the beach access point since it’s across the street. Location 8/10. House 1/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Communication
West of the moon is in a great location and it was nice to find a rental that didn’t require a week’s stay. There’s a set of 15 steps to get to the apartment so keep that in mind if you have issues with stairs or bring heavy items. There are some maintenance items and upkeep that need to be addressed so this is information only. The toilet is loose/rocky and the door in the bedroom with the full size loft bed will not close. To keep the humidity to any reasonable level the air units in each room must be kept on at all times and the temperature below 70 or your clothing and bedding will get damp. Recommend bringing your own towels (bath and beach) as those provided are small and have been heavily used. There was no laundry detergent and the washer shook badly. If budget is a concern then this rental will do. Flooring is all vinyl which holds up well to pets and sand. The unit is dated as others have said but for a comfortable bed and a place to stay out of the hot sun or rain then it will do.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Second floor, very little kitchen tools

This was a nice place and very fairly priced. However, we could have planned better if there was more info listed. For example, the entire unit is on the second floor. There is nothing listed to indicate that, and my father had a difficult time with the stairs. There is mold in the master bedroom closet, and the walls in the master bedroom. There is very little kitchen equipment; one mixing bowl, only a few plastic cups for drinkware, one measuring cup with no markings, maybe 5 or 6 spoons. The beach chairs and gear is great! A deck on the front of the house to see the ocean would have been really nice! Especially for my dad who choose not to leave the condo for the most part bc of difficulty getting up and down the stairs. Because of mobility issues I would probably not rent this place again, but if you choose to, I would suggest you bring some kitchen tools if you like to cook, bc you don’t have a lot to choose from here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Alicia W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Near quiet beach- not quite as seems

The opening picture show a boardwalk to the beach. This apartment is a row back across the street from beach. What is that picture?? Pros: Easy 2 min walk to nice quiet beach location. Easy in driveway parking for up to 2 cars. Large apartment with a lot of room to spread out (but one bath with slow draining sink). It was decently cleaned (except for mold in closets) and it had most supplies like soap, a bottle of shampoo, and paper towels. We also enjoyed the wagon with skim board and a few sand shovels available to use. Cons: Not as pictured. The quality of furniture is different and cheap/worn/squeaky/..pretty much as others have described. Also only 4 chairs at a smaller table. I didn't want to use the kitchen utensils either without cleaning them myself because they relied on previous tenants to HAND wash and put away (when we could find no sponge) The top bunk wasn't made, no fixes were addressed from the previous reviews (lack of care clearly), there was not much light (and missing lightbulb), and 2 nails were sticking up on the wood steps. I can imagine this place was quite nice 20 years ago, and they just never did anything since. I definitely know there are worse beach apartments out there, it wasn't awful, but I do NOT think this was worth the cost it took for our 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well, I went back and read all the reviews from 2020 forward. None of the concerns other people wrote about from 3 years ago were addressed. The icemaker still does not work. There is still a crack in a stair! There are no shelves in the freezer. The bed is just as terrible. The full kitchen to cook in a atrocious. Most of the dishes were dirty. Half of the lamps didn't work and we had to switch batteries from 4 different controllers just to make one work. Also, there are no hardwood floors and the washer didn't work. The kitchen table in the pictures has been replaced with one that looks like it came from a yard sale. Everything looks like it came from a yard sale. The worst was the three portable air conditioning units! The central air barely worked. Those units have not been cleaned in ages and we both started getting migraines within 12 hours of arrival. It was so bad, we left a day early. I didn't even bother to contact the property manager because it was very obvious that these problems don't seem to matter because they go back to 2020. The only nice thing was it was very close to the beach. Trust me and all the other reviews, skip this one.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Velvet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Close to everything

Super easy to get to shopping and other activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

No issues

As advertised, no hassles
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Katherine p.

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

It was arithmetic i guess

Everything was broken or crap I tried to write another review but it wouldn’t accept it kept saying there was an error
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynda D.

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

Vacation

Very easy, nice place, good location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022