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The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle condo with kitchen

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A spacious living room with a dining area, large windows, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the beach and ocean.
A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies overlooking the beach.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a double sink, and a dishwasher.
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and the ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Place, Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Plantation
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Isle Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Emerald Isle

Seaside stay .You'll find Salty Pirate Water Park and Emerald Forest Golf within a 15-minute walk of this Emerald Isle condo. Emerald Plantation and Emerald Isle Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Emerald Plantation - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Emerald Forest Golf - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Emerald Isle Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 32 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf's Up Grill And Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Haze - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 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.

The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle

Start your morning with amazing views of the Emerald Isle sunrise from our 4th floor Ocean view condo. Walk a few steps to the elevator to make your way to the pool or beach with access to our outdoor storage which includes beach chairs, sand toys, and boogie boards. Located in a gated community with pools (opening May 15th), tennis courts, and outdoor showers coming off of the beach. Conveniently located within walking distance of shopping, restaurants, and the Emerald Isle bike path. The pier can also be viewed from the unit and is just a short walk down the beach!

Come stay at the Beach Hive and enjoy all that Emerald Isle and the local area has to offer!

Recently updated bedrooms, bathrooms and furniture.

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Limit of 2 Cars, No Pets, No Smoking.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

  • No pets 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 deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Centrally located Ocean View condo steps away from beach access

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle to the airport?

This condo is 38.8 mi (51-min drive) away from the New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle to the beach?

This condo is 1 mi (8-min drive) from Emerald Isle Beach and 13.3 mi (22-min drive) from Crystal Coast Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle have a pool?

This condo features an outdoor pool.

Does The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle to downtown Emerald Isle?

This condo is 1 mi away from Emerald Isle.

The Beach Hive: Ocean view condo in the heart of Emerald Isle Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trumilla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected. Any issue was addressed! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

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

Summer vacation

Wonderful property great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay with stunning view of the ocean. Property was clean and Andrew (host) was very responsive and accommodating. Perfect hangout at EI… We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

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

Great stay in a great location

A perfect week in Emerald Isle, NC.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

oris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here. Host Andrew was great helping us /supporting us when there was miscommunication with the check in office - they had new staff etc. all was resolved easily. The condo was pristine. Clean and perfect for us. Kitchen seemed well stocked but we didn’t even make coffee there. Bed was comfortable. Everything was in great shape. Building was quiet and well maintained. Of course it’s still “off season” so we appreciate the peace. Loved that it is a gated community. EI can get busy/loud so going through those gates is like leaving the noise behind. We absolutely loved the short walk to the beach. We definitely racked up some miles on the beach. Truly hoping to rebook again this year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

we loved our stay

great property! awesome stay! great location! interior is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and relaxing vacation! The property was perfect for our getaway! Beautiful views of the ocean in a comfortable, secure, family friendly setting. Also, the hosts responded quickly with any questions we had. Highly recommend to anyone looking to experience Emerald Isle!
Our view from the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

The best!

The place was fantastic, clean, updated, very comfy bed and pillows …and the view- the view is amazing! Will def stay here again !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Nice condo; great location

My husband and I spent several days over NYE at the condo; excellent location; well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamaya A.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Had a wonderful time staying here. Perfect location great view very quiet with lively updated bathrooms. Also enjoyed access to the beach chairs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Great get away

Our stay was mid-week. Everything was wonderful. Very clean, well equipped, convenient location and awesome view of the ocean. We would recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

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

Perfect Beach Retreat

There are not enough words to express our delightful experiences at this amazing home away from home. The location in proximity to the beach as well of all of the amenities was beyond expectations. In addition, the view of the ocean from the balcony provided an aurora of serenity. We will definitely cannot wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

Nice condo!

Enjoyed morning coffee with sunrise and ocean view! Would stay here again. Host very responsive before and during stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

melanie t.

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

Beach weekend or week in a clean and convenient location

It was very clean and well maintained-easy access to beach and surrounding neighborhoods walked on the beach, rode bikes, shopped and ate in area stores would highly recommend this location--beautiful views from the 4th floor of the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Emerald Isle

Great!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy J.

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

Beach view

Comfortable condo with beautiful porch views
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

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

Perfect location with great view of sunrise

Great place for mother in law to view the ocean and enjoy the balcony. Close to restaurants and activities. Will be back if available.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Family reunion

The condo was nicely decorated and clean. Great views of the ocean. We were really pleased with our accommodations. Provided chairs for the beach and umbrella. I highly recommend this condo and would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Peaceful retreat at the beach

The unit is exactly as described, and a great location in Emerald Isle--a few steps away from an uncrowded beach, and within walking distance to several restaurants and grocery stores. The weather wasn't ideal for beach weather during our stay, but the unit was a wonderful second-choice option, and worked out very nicely. Thanks for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Wonderful Stay!!

This was our first visit to Emerald Isle but definitely won't be our last. We had a little trouble getting in touch with rental office but after that everything was smooth sailing. Condo was perfect, just as advertised. Clean and updated! We really enjoyed our stay there and won't be the last time we're there to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beach Hive Review

Apartment was well kept with excellent view of the ocean. We ate dinner on balcony each night of our stay. King bed was very comfortable. We slept in every morning. The only issues that you may want to address are not enough silverware, need larger coffee/ tea mugs, larger cereal bowls and extra blankets. It was a wonderful week, perfect weather and ocean temperature. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard D.

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

A visit to the Beehive

This is our second visit to this property this year and we enjoyed it very much. However, I would strongly recommend that the king bed be replaced as it is very uncomfortable and ruins your sleep each night. The accommodations are too nice to have it blemished by a very uncomfortable bed. Suggest a sleep number bed to replace the existing king bed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Beach Hive stay

We had a great visit and time at this property. A few suggestions: - A large skillet would be great - we only had the 2 small skillets and it was difficult to make large meals. - The water pressure for the shower in the 2nd bathroom was so weak that we were not able to take showers there. - I never did get a response to a question I had about whether beach chairs were available at the property. I emailed the owners and called the property management company and received no response from either. Other than this, the place was great and we were very happy with it. I especially loved the easy access to the beach for walks on the beach. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

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

Wonderful!

This condo with an amazing ocean view is perfect for a beach vacation! The owners have obviously prioritized the amenities that are most important to guests! The newly renovated bathrooms are amazing, as is the kitchen! The new washer and dryer are definitely appreciated! The bar-height table and chairs on the balcony, which also look new, provide a beautiful ocean view!The master bedroom mattress is incredibly comfortable, while the master bedroom also has a great ocean view. cleanliness is high on my list of priorities, and this condo is incredibly clean! A big plus is that you will have your feet in the sand on the beach by walking less than two minutes! also, the owner is very communicative and responsive! I would definitely return here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy F.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The gate code we were provided didn’t work and I was provided the wrong door code as well. The kitchen light didn’t work and I reported it but no one ever came to fix it. I had to ask for a new shower curtain liner for the guest bathroom because it was moldy and gross. There was mold along the grout and the master shower also had mold. It definitely needs a deep clean to clean under and behind furniture. Other than that, the condo was nice, great view of the ocean. The kitchen was stocked with lots of dishes and appliances. Master bed was comfy. Lots of books and games. It was off season so hardly anybody on the beach or pool. Sunset was gorgeous!! and the bluest water we’ve ever seen on the Atlantic coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

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