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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.

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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

The Blue Marlin is a stunning 8 bedroom oceanfront house with epic panoramic views of the Atlantic ocean!  Watch the waves break and the dolphins jump from the large great room which seats 22. Gather in the fully stocked kitchen and enjoy a formal dinner in the relaxed glam dining area that seats 12. The perfect gathering place for large groups, this newly renovated home features bespoke design details and is well appointed with all new furnishings and appliances. Centrally located in Emerald Isle, The Blue Marlin is just blocks from local artisan shops and restaurants .

The Blue Marlin floor plan includes:
-8 bedrooms :*K*K*K*K*K*K and two bunk rooms (four singles and two doubles)
-1st Floor: Rec room with bar/kitchenette, a separate king bedroom, a bunk bedroom and play room both with private entrances and direct ocean access.  
-2nd Floor: Three king ocean front bedrooms, all with direct access to a spacious covered ocean front deck, a four single bunk room, a street side king bedroom and three full bathrooms. 
-3rd Floor: Great room with living/kitchen/dining and the primary king bedroom that boasts amazing ocean views with a walk out deck; en suite bathroom with jetted walk in shower, a whirlpool soaker tub and double vanity. 
-Outdoor Spaces: Two large ocean front decks, a beach side sundeck just steps from the ocean, a shaded ground level picnic area with fenced yard, and private direct, easy beach access.
-Off Street Parking for 10+

About the Location:
Emerald Isle of Bogue Banks Island, which was voted as having the most pristine beaches in NC, sits in close proximity to numerous landmark areas such as Shackleford Banks where wild ponies roam, Cape Look Out and the charming, historic waterfront towns of Beaufort, Morehead City and Swansboro.

Bogue Banks is the Southern most N.C. Outer banks barrier island and is a top destination for water sports, ecotourism and fishing. Come to relax and recharge or experience the many wonders of the Crystal Coast: island hopping, dolphin watching, surfing, bicycling-walking trails, paddle boarding, boat tours, kayaking, fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, horseback riding, fine dining, shopping, the world class NC Aquarium, two country clubs with golf courses that offer day passes, waterparks, a rare maritime forest in the Roosevelt State Natural Area and more!

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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Policies

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

  • 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 Isle Adventures - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 3.4 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sylvia J.

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

This house was Emerald Isle paradise.

Excellent property. Prime location. Great communication from host. Spacious, comfortable and well-equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T., Washington, DC

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

Excellent Beach House in Emerald Isle

Perfect amount of space for a large group of family (13). House has been recently renovated and came equipped with everything one would need (including beach equipment, etc.) Having parking for 4+ vehicles and a boat on a trailer was also a big plus
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan e.

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

Family Vacation

Everything was wonderful. The house is beautiful and looks just like the pictures. Amy, the host is very quick to answer if you have questions. Grocery store is near by. They have some beach chairs and a Bushemi shade which is very easy to put up take down. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

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

Granny’s 80th Birthday

The house was perfect for our weekend celebration — it accommodates a large group with children nicely. Everyone had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Highly recommend!

This house is beautiful! Fully updated with beautiful views of the ocean and direct access to the beach. The great room was plenty large enough for our group of friends to hang out. The house was very clean and the kitchen had all of the amenities needed to cook for a large group of people. Plenty of parking for 7 cars. Location was perfect - a few steps walk from the back deck to the sandy beach; less than a 10 min drive to the grocery store. The hosts were extremely accommodating and communicative. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arch m.

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

Family reunion

The property was a perfect fit for my group. We had 8 adults and 9 kids most under the age of 7. The great room was spectacular and accommodate all of us for dinner time and socializing. Great location, probably 100 feet from the ocean, an easy walk for everyone. The Publix and Food Lion were five minutes away. The bedding was better than most and the kitchen was nicely outfitted. Plenty of parking for easy access to and from the property. The hosts could not have been more helpful. Best vacation we have had since before COVID.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Z.

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

Great stay overall!

We had a very nice stay at the Blue Marlin. The beach is beautiful and the house is right on the beach. The house was clean when we arrived. The layout is nicely planned and each room has a large tv. The decks are very nice but we had several splinters! The master bathroom and bedroom had a slight foul odor the entire week but otherwise were beautiful. The kitchen is odd in that there is no space for food storage but we moved stuff around to make space for the food. There are 2 refrigerators and a beverage fridge between the top and low level kitchens. Overall, it is a wonderful clean house on a beautiful beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

james c., Davidson, USA

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

Wonderful House

We go to the beach as a family often and this is one of the best houses we’ve ever had. Wonderfully decorated, comfortable, with incredible views! My older parents joined and since they aren’t as mobile, they took the main floor Master Suite. No elevator so they stayed on top floor most of the trip. Lots of up and down the stairs for the rest of us which was fine for our group. My college aged kids and friends, girlfriends loved the downstairs game and TV areas that are somewhat separate. And we got lucky on weather with high 60s over New Years weekend! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

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

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

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

Michael B.

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

BEST BEACH TRIP HIGHLY RECOMMEND

House was exactly as advertised , beach access was great . Very comfortable beds and plenty of room . We will be back .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Laura S.

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

above average beach property

Was about everything one could expect. The only thing that could have made it better would have been the living space on the second rather than third floor, lots of stair climbing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 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