Emerald Mermaid cozy studio apt private beach access including parking & shower
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About this property
1 block from beach w/private parking lot .37 spaces-first come first served. has shower & walking distance to Bogue inlet pier. Soundside public access w/pier & limited parking - can walk or bike easily. Apartment Located steps from bike pa...
Location
Located in Emerald Isle, this apartment is in the city center and near the beach. Emerald Forest Golf and Star Hill Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Salty Pirate Water Park and MacDaddy's Entertainment Center are also worth visiting.
Refrigerator
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TV
Microwave
Hair Dryer
Garden
Guest reviews of Emerald Mermaid cozy studio apt private beach access including parking & shower
9.8
Exceptional
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Travelers praise Emerald Mermaid cozy studio apt private beach access including parking & shower for its walkable beach location, gated parking access, and friendly hosts, highlighting very clean, well stocked spaces and extras like bikes, beach chairs, and shaded seating.
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Travelers praise Emerald Mermaid cozy studio apt private beach access including parking & shower for its walkable beach location, gated parking access, and friendly hosts, highlighting very clean, well stocked spaces and extras like bikes, beach chairs, and shaded seating.
Guests value proximity to shops, restaurants, the pier, and the sound while staying on a quiet street. The studio layout is compact and best suited for one or two people, with several mentions of limited natural light and a small refrigerator. Some note minor TV usability quirks, and beach access is via a short walk or quick drive to the gated lot rather than directly from the door. Expect a low key, beach adjacent base that suits couples.
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Facilities
Private gated beach access with dedicated parking is widely appreciated, plus convenient extras like bikes, beach chairs, a well equipped kitchen, an outdoor shower, and shaded seating. Access is via a short walk or quick drive to the lot.
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Mary Anne H.
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This apartment is perfect for a quiet beach vacation. It’s right at the end of the main part of Emerald Isle, so it’s an easy walk or bike ride for pretty much anything you need. The apartment was clean and private, and having things like bikes and beach chairs available was a great bonus.
This apartment is perfect for a quiet beach vacation. It’s right at the end of the main part of Emerald Isle, so it’s an easy walk or bike ride for pretty much anything you need. The apartment was clean and private, and having things like bikes and beach chairs available was a great bonus.
10
Julia R.
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We could not have enjoyed our stay here more. The host truly paid attention to every detail with this unit. From the complementary bikes, to the porch games, to the grill and outdoor shower, everything was decorated so lovely and all the amenities really made us feel at home. The location is perfect--central to the beach, bike path, and restaurants. On top of that it is incredibly affordable! Thanks again to our hosts-if we're ever in the area again we will be back.
We could not have enjoyed our stay here more. The host truly paid attention to every detail with this unit. From the complementary bikes, to the porch games, to the grill and outdoor shower, everything was decorated so lovely and all the amenities really made us feel at home. The location is perfect--central to the beach, bike path, and restaurants. On top of that it is incredibly affordable! Thanks again to our hosts-if we're ever in the area again we will be back.
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Mark A.
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The 'Emerald Mermaid' was everything we expected and more. Its location is excellent, close to two major grocery stores, delicious restaurants and ice cream shops. The property is clean and beautifully furnished. You have your own gated beach access just a short two blocks away and the outdoor shower is marvelous for the return from a day at the beach. If we make another trip to the Crystal Coast, we'll definitely stay here!
The 'Emerald Mermaid' was everything we expected and more. Its location is excellent, close to two major grocery stores, delicious restaurants and ice cream shops. The property is clean and beautifully furnished. You have your own gated beach access just a short two blocks away and the outdoor shower is marvelous for the return from a day at the beach. If we make another trip to the Crystal Coast, we'll definitely stay here!
10
Cathleen C.
Jun 9, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Perfect studio apartment for 1 or 2 guests. Very clean and not far once you get on the island. Private parking lot for beach access was amazing. I would definitely stay here again.
Perfect studio apartment for 1 or 2 guests. Very clean and not far once you get on the island. Private parking lot for beach access was amazing. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Jeromy K.
Apr 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My girlfriend and I absolutely loved this beautiful little apartment. It's the perfect location for doing everything you want to do when you're in this area. This place was spotless. Not a thing was dirty or out of place. The private beach access is amazing because you have a place to park your vehicle or bikes and don't have to deal with a crowd of people. Tons of shops and food are within walking distance and the pier is very close as well. It may not be right on the water or have a view of the water right from your window, but everything else about this place makes it the perfect stay. We will definitely try to book this place first the next time we are back in the area.
My girlfriend and I absolutely loved this beautiful little apartment. It's the perfect location for doing everything you want to do when you're in this area. This place was spotless. Not a thing was dirty or out of place. The private beach access is amazing because you have a place to park your vehicle or bikes and don't have to deal with a crowd of people. Tons of shops and food are within walking distance and the pier is very close as well. It may not be right on the water or have a view of the water right from your window, but everything else about this place makes it the perfect stay. We will definitely try to book this place first the next time we are back in the area.
10
Demaris A.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great place to stay for the week, the parking/beach access was very convenient for us. We could also walk to ice cream and dinner from the house. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We woke up a few nights due to a loud mechanical noise that came through the floorboards right near the bed but other than that the place was great for us. We would stay here again.
Great place to stay for the week, the parking/beach access was very convenient for us. We could also walk to ice cream and dinner from the house. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We woke up a few nights due to a loud mechanical noise that came through the floorboards right near the bed but other than that the place was great for us. We would stay here again.
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Lisa
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely & clean space - perfect for a couple. Easy t walk to coffee and food. The main road through Emerald Isle was very busy (we were there during the 4th of July holiday); however, once we turned onto the street where this unit is located, it felt very removed from the traffic. We loved the streets around the rental and the use of a neighborhood-only beach entrance. The outdoor shower is wonderful! (Although there is an indoor shower, too.)
Lovely & clean space - perfect for a couple. Easy t walk to coffee and food. The main road through Emerald Isle was very busy (we were there during the 4th of July holiday); however, once we turned onto the street where this unit is located, it felt very removed from the traffic. We loved the streets around the rental and the use of a neighborhood-only beach entrance. The outdoor shower is wonderful! (Although there is an indoor shower, too.)
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Carol C.
Apr 25, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The privacy of the side covered area was a shaded place to regroup after the day at the beach and the beautiful new studio had everything we needed. Nice hosts and liked the private parking for the beach in the neighborhood. We would do it again.
The privacy of the side covered area was a shaded place to regroup after the day at the beach and the beautiful new studio had everything we needed. Nice hosts and liked the private parking for the beach in the neighborhood. We would do it again.
10
Linda S.
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Perfect studio apartment! Kitchen well equipped with a wide variety of pots/pans/measuring tools/dishes/knives. Small refrigerator, but large enough to hold essentials and several grocery stores near by. Space was clean with a vacuum provided for sand patrol! Covered outdoor space for relaxing. Easily walkable beach access( bikes also provided) Hosts very friendly! Would most certainly stay there again.
Perfect studio apartment! Kitchen well equipped with a wide variety of pots/pans/measuring tools/dishes/knives. Small refrigerator, but large enough to hold essentials and several grocery stores near by. Space was clean with a vacuum provided for sand patrol! Covered outdoor space for relaxing. Easily walkable beach access( bikes also provided) Hosts very friendly! Would most certainly stay there again.
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Marie B.
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the unit as very clean, tidy, and well stocked.
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Kasey J.
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was clean and perfect for what we needed for our Memorial Day weekend beach stay. Mary provided plenty of linens along with beach chairs and bikes that were very convenient. Communication with Mary was easy and she provided instructions for just about everything in the house which was very convenient. A great stay!
The property was clean and perfect for what we needed for our Memorial Day weekend beach stay. Mary provided plenty of linens along with beach chairs and bikes that were very convenient. Communication with Mary was easy and she provided instructions for just about everything in the house which was very convenient. A great stay!
10
Jeromy K.
Apr 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My girlfriend and I absolutely loved this beautiful little apartment. It's the perfect location for doing everything you want to do when you're in this area. This place was spotless. Not a thing was dirty or out of place. The private beach access is amazing because you have a place to park your vehicle or bikes and don't have to deal with a crowd of people. Tons of shops and food are within walking distance and the pier is very close as well. It may not be right on the water or have a view of the water right from your window, but everything else about this place makes it the perfect stay. We will definitely try to book this place first the next time we are back in the area.
My girlfriend and I absolutely loved this beautiful little apartment. It's the perfect location for doing everything you want to do when you're in this area. This place was spotless. Not a thing was dirty or out of place. The private beach access is amazing because you have a place to park your vehicle or bikes and don't have to deal with a crowd of people. Tons of shops and food are within walking distance and the pier is very close as well. It may not be right on the water or have a view of the water right from your window, but everything else about this place makes it the perfect stay. We will definitely try to book this place first the next time we are back in the area.
10
Patricia B.
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The unit was perfect. Location was close to beach, shops and restaurants. Mary was very accommodating, unit was clean and well stocked. Perfect in every way!
The unit was perfect. Location was close to beach, shops and restaurants. Mary was very accommodating, unit was clean and well stocked. Perfect in every way!
10
Elizabeth K.
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this very clean, very well-stocked unit. Perfect size for two, and the best to us was the proximity to activities. We biked up for açaí bowls, walked to the pier restaurant for dinner, paddle boarded on the sound, and walked for miles each day on the beach. Love that it has great access to both ocean and sound!! Very responsive/available host. Will be returning!
Loved this very clean, very well-stocked unit. Perfect size for two, and the best to us was the proximity to activities. We biked up for açaí bowls, walked to the pier restaurant for dinner, paddle boarded on the sound, and walked for miles each day on the beach. Love that it has great access to both ocean and sound!! Very responsive/available host. Will be returning!
10
Blair S.
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved our stay! It is in a great location, clean, and a short walk to the beach access point. Definitely recommend!!
We loved our stay! It is in a great location, clean, and a short walk to the beach access point. Definitely recommend!!
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Leigh Anne
Mar 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had such a a wonderful stay. Everything was great. Clean, well kept. Easy to access. We met our host and he was very friendly. We were there for a girls getaway this trip, but already trying to schedule a time again for a couples trip.
We had such a a wonderful stay. Everything was great. Clean, well kept. Easy to access. We met our host and he was very friendly. We were there for a girls getaway this trip, but already trying to schedule a time again for a couples trip.
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Mara S.
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed only few days. Studio apartment was clean and well furnished. Front patio chairs very comfortable. Bikes were nice to have. Everything is walking distance. Owners are very nice and friendly. Definitely recommend the place for a quiet vacation.
We stayed only few days. Studio apartment was clean and well furnished. Front patio chairs very comfortable. Bikes were nice to have. Everything is walking distance. Owners are very nice and friendly. Definitely recommend the place for a quiet vacation.
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Elizabeth K.
Apr 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Just the best time. Biked to breakfast for açaí bowls, excellent private parking at beach, walked 4 miles every day, walked to fishing pier and looked at all the catches of the day, ate at restaurant there. Used sound access to paddle board out to islands and touch many critters, including hermit crabs, horseshoe crab, conch. Clean, fully stocked, excellent communication with host anytime need arise. Even used smart TV to continue the series we were watching at home. Amazing little place.
Just the best time. Biked to breakfast for açaí bowls, excellent private parking at beach, walked 4 miles every day, walked to fishing pier and looked at all the catches of the day, ate at restaurant there. Used sound access to paddle board out to islands and touch many critters, including hermit crabs, horseshoe crab, conch. Clean, fully stocked, excellent communication with host anytime need arise. Even used smart TV to continue the series we were watching at home. Amazing little place.
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Tina R.
Jan 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location and very clean
Great location and very clean
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Marie B.
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
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Rooms
Compact studio best for one or two, comfortably furnished with a small refrigerator and a functional kitchen. Several reviews note limited natural light; a few mention minor TV usability or storage limitations.
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Kenneth W H.
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
I would say that pictures you show of your place need to be updated. The refrigerator was extremely small, the TV was difficult to use and small, the dehumidifier that was in the bathroom was very loud, and there were no dressers for clothes. Yes it has beach access, but from the pictures it looks like it is out your property. In reality you have to drive or walk to a parking lot and then over the dune to the beach.
I would say that pictures you show of your place need to be updated. The refrigerator was extremely small, the TV was difficult to use and small, the dehumidifier that was in the bathroom was very loud, and there were no dressers for clothes. Yes it has beach access, but from the pictures it looks like it is out your property. In reality you have to drive or walk to a parking lot and then over the dune to the beach.
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Mary Anne H.
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This apartment is perfect for a quiet beach vacation. It’s right at the end of the main part of Emerald Isle, so it’s an easy walk or bike ride for pretty much anything you need. The apartment was clean and private, and having things like bikes and beach chairs available was a great bonus.
This apartment is perfect for a quiet beach vacation. It’s right at the end of the main part of Emerald Isle, so it’s an easy walk or bike ride for pretty much anything you need. The apartment was clean and private, and having things like bikes and beach chairs available was a great bonus.
10
Treva B.
Apr 29, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Very nice as stated. Perfect “man cave” as there is not a great deal of natural light.
Very nice as stated. Perfect “man cave” as there is not a great deal of natural light.
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Cathleen C.
Jun 9, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Perfect studio apartment for 1 or 2 guests. Very clean and not far once you get on the island. Private parking lot for beach access was amazing. I would definitely stay here again.
Perfect studio apartment for 1 or 2 guests. Very clean and not far once you get on the island. Private parking lot for beach access was amazing. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Demaris A.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great place to stay for the week, the parking/beach access was very convenient for us. We could also walk to ice cream and dinner from the house. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We woke up a few nights due to a loud mechanical noise that came through the floorboards right near the bed but other than that the place was great for us. We would stay here again.
Great place to stay for the week, the parking/beach access was very convenient for us. We could also walk to ice cream and dinner from the house. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We woke up a few nights due to a loud mechanical noise that came through the floorboards right near the bed but other than that the place was great for us. We would stay here again.
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Uwe R.
May 30, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The accommodation was fine. What the photos don't reveal is that it was just one room (plus a bathroom) with a bed separated by a wall. And what bothered us was that there was only one narrow window, so we had to constantly turn on the light.
The accommodation was fine. What the photos don't reveal is that it was just one room (plus a bathroom) with a bed separated by a wall. And what bothered us was that there was only one narrow window, so we had to constantly turn on the light.
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Mark S.
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Great location, comfortable, private parking 1 min away at the beach, perfect kitchen and living area for twosome. Hosts very friendly and responsive.
Great location, comfortable, private parking 1 min away at the beach, perfect kitchen and living area for twosome. Hosts very friendly and responsive.
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Karen G.
May 30, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The Emerald Mermaid was the perfect little getaway! It was ideal for two people and was a short walk to the beach!
The Emerald Mermaid was the perfect little getaway! It was ideal for two people and was a short walk to the beach!
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Linda S.
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Perfect studio apartment! Kitchen well equipped with a wide variety of pots/pans/measuring tools/dishes/knives. Small refrigerator, but large enough to hold essentials and several grocery stores near by. Space was clean with a vacuum provided for sand patrol! Covered outdoor space for relaxing. Easily walkable beach access( bikes also provided) Hosts very friendly! Would most certainly stay there again.
Perfect studio apartment! Kitchen well equipped with a wide variety of pots/pans/measuring tools/dishes/knives. Small refrigerator, but large enough to hold essentials and several grocery stores near by. Space was clean with a vacuum provided for sand patrol! Covered outdoor space for relaxing. Easily walkable beach access( bikes also provided) Hosts very friendly! Would most certainly stay there again.
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Marie B.
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
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Service
Hosts are frequently praised as friendly, welcoming, and highly responsive, with easy communication and helpful assistance when needed. Check in is straightforward.
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Mike A.
Sep 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great little place to stay. So convenient to the beach and many places to eat. Owners are so nice, helpful and welcoming!
Great little place to stay. So convenient to the beach and many places to eat. Owners are so nice, helpful and welcoming!
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Kasey J.
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was clean and perfect for what we needed for our Memorial Day weekend beach stay. Mary provided plenty of linens along with beach chairs and bikes that were very convenient. Communication with Mary was easy and she provided instructions for just about everything in the house which was very convenient. A great stay!
The property was clean and perfect for what we needed for our Memorial Day weekend beach stay. Mary provided plenty of linens along with beach chairs and bikes that were very convenient. Communication with Mary was easy and she provided instructions for just about everything in the house which was very convenient. A great stay!
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Mark A.
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The 'Emerald Mermaid' was everything we expected and more. Its location is excellent, close to two major grocery stores, delicious restaurants and ice cream shops. The property is clean and beautifully furnished. You have your own gated beach access just a short two blocks away and the outdoor shower is marvelous for the return from a day at the beach. If we make another trip to the Crystal Coast, we'll definitely stay here!
The 'Emerald Mermaid' was everything we expected and more. Its location is excellent, close to two major grocery stores, delicious restaurants and ice cream shops. The property is clean and beautifully furnished. You have your own gated beach access just a short two blocks away and the outdoor shower is marvelous for the return from a day at the beach. If we make another trip to the Crystal Coast, we'll definitely stay here!
10
Patricia B.
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The unit was perfect. Location was close to beach, shops and restaurants. Mary was very accommodating, unit was clean and well stocked. Perfect in every way!
The unit was perfect. Location was close to beach, shops and restaurants. Mary was very accommodating, unit was clean and well stocked. Perfect in every way!
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Elizabeth K.
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this very clean, very well-stocked unit. Perfect size for two, and the best to us was the proximity to activities. We biked up for açaí bowls, walked to the pier restaurant for dinner, paddle boarded on the sound, and walked for miles each day on the beach. Love that it has great access to both ocean and sound!! Very responsive/available host. Will be returning!
Loved this very clean, very well-stocked unit. Perfect size for two, and the best to us was the proximity to activities. We biked up for açaí bowls, walked to the pier restaurant for dinner, paddle boarded on the sound, and walked for miles each day on the beach. Love that it has great access to both ocean and sound!! Very responsive/available host. Will be returning!
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Peter E.
Sep 15, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Neat comfortable efficiency apartment several blocks from the beach (with gated/vehicle secure beachfront parking). Our host couple was friendly, helped with their "new" TV hook-up & showed us how to handle humidity in the unit with "dry" cool setting, combined with dehumidifier. Our getaway was close to the main drag & restaurants/shops, but was a quiet & pleasant. Nice people ... cool place.
Neat comfortable efficiency apartment several blocks from the beach (with gated/vehicle secure beachfront parking). Our host couple was friendly, helped with their "new" TV hook-up & showed us how to handle humidity in the unit with "dry" cool setting, combined with dehumidifier. Our getaway was close to the main drag & restaurants/shops, but was a quiet & pleasant. Nice people ... cool place.
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Doug J.
Sep 7, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great stay get away. Private and quiet, very clean. Walk or bike. Definitely on our do again list. Private beach access, excellent location near by restaurants and shops. Owners are very polite and friendly, we enjoyed conversing with them. Very knowledgeable about the island. Wish we had booked more time there.
Great stay get away. Private and quiet, very clean. Walk or bike. Definitely on our do again list. Private beach access, excellent location near by restaurants and shops. Owners are very polite and friendly, we enjoyed conversing with them. Very knowledgeable about the island. Wish we had booked more time there.
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Eric
Nov 20, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The Couple that owns the Apartment were very pleasant, knowledgeable about the area .Very friendly Couple , Awesome experience all the way around.
The Couple that owns the Apartment were very pleasant, knowledgeable about the area .Very friendly Couple , Awesome experience all the way around.
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Tiffani C.
Apr 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a wonderful stay! The location is fantastic and our host was amazing, and very easy to communicate with! We would definitely stay here again!!
We had a wonderful stay! The location is fantastic and our host was amazing, and very easy to communicate with! We would definitely stay here again!!
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Marie B.
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
My husband and I decided to stay at EI a second week after our adult children returned home. We didn't need a huge place to stay and this was just right. The owners were very friendly and above us the entire week but never heard a sound. The unit was clean and just as described. The ability to drive and park down at the beach was wonderful so we didn't have to haul our chairs and my husbands fishing gear by foot. However it is still close enough to easily walk to the beach or pier. It is small but just as described, perfect for 1-2 people. Also we left behind a few important items and the host was so accommodating to send them in the mail. Thank you!
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Location
Walkable, central spot near the beach, pier, shops, restaurants, and the sound, yet on a quiet street. Private beach parking nearby makes beach time easier.
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Mary Anne H.
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This apartment is perfect for a quiet beach vacation. It’s right at the end of the main part of Emerald Isle, so it’s an easy walk or bike ride for pretty much anything you need. The apartment was clean and private, and having things like bikes and beach chairs available was a great bonus.
This apartment is perfect for a quiet beach vacation. It’s right at the end of the main part of Emerald Isle, so it’s an easy walk or bike ride for pretty much anything you need. The apartment was clean and private, and having things like bikes and beach chairs available was a great bonus.
10
Miriam W.
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was great the owners were easy to communicate with. Beautiful cute space! The neighborhood was quiet and easy access to the beach.
It was great the owners were easy to communicate with. Beautiful cute space! The neighborhood was quiet and easy access to the beach.
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Mark A.
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The 'Emerald Mermaid' was everything we expected and more. Its location is excellent, close to two major grocery stores, delicious restaurants and ice cream shops. The property is clean and beautifully furnished. You have your own gated beach access just a short two blocks away and the outdoor shower is marvelous for the return from a day at the beach. If we make another trip to the Crystal Coast, we'll definitely stay here!
The 'Emerald Mermaid' was everything we expected and more. Its location is excellent, close to two major grocery stores, delicious restaurants and ice cream shops. The property is clean and beautifully furnished. You have your own gated beach access just a short two blocks away and the outdoor shower is marvelous for the return from a day at the beach. If we make another trip to the Crystal Coast, we'll definitely stay here!
10
Demaris A.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great place to stay for the week, the parking/beach access was very convenient for us. We could also walk to ice cream and dinner from the house. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We woke up a few nights due to a loud mechanical noise that came through the floorboards right near the bed but other than that the place was great for us. We would stay here again.
Great place to stay for the week, the parking/beach access was very convenient for us. We could also walk to ice cream and dinner from the house. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We woke up a few nights due to a loud mechanical noise that came through the floorboards right near the bed but other than that the place was great for us. We would stay here again.
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Lisa
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely & clean space - perfect for a couple. Easy t walk to coffee and food. The main road through Emerald Isle was very busy (we were there during the 4th of July holiday); however, once we turned onto the street where this unit is located, it felt very removed from the traffic. We loved the streets around the rental and the use of a neighborhood-only beach entrance. The outdoor shower is wonderful! (Although there is an indoor shower, too.)
Lovely & clean space - perfect for a couple. Easy t walk to coffee and food. The main road through Emerald Isle was very busy (we were there during the 4th of July holiday); however, once we turned onto the street where this unit is located, it felt very removed from the traffic. We loved the streets around the rental and the use of a neighborhood-only beach entrance. The outdoor shower is wonderful! (Although there is an indoor shower, too.)
10
Patricia B.
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The unit was perfect. Location was close to beach, shops and restaurants. Mary was very accommodating, unit was clean and well stocked. Perfect in every way!
The unit was perfect. Location was close to beach, shops and restaurants. Mary was very accommodating, unit was clean and well stocked. Perfect in every way!
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Elizabeth K.
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this very clean, very well-stocked unit. Perfect size for two, and the best to us was the proximity to activities. We biked up for açaí bowls, walked to the pier restaurant for dinner, paddle boarded on the sound, and walked for miles each day on the beach. Love that it has great access to both ocean and sound!! Very responsive/available host. Will be returning!
Loved this very clean, very well-stocked unit. Perfect size for two, and the best to us was the proximity to activities. We biked up for açaí bowls, walked to the pier restaurant for dinner, paddle boarded on the sound, and walked for miles each day on the beach. Love that it has great access to both ocean and sound!! Very responsive/available host. Will be returning!
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Patriot P.
Feb 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect for us. Location, location, location👍🏆
Perfect for us. Location, location, location👍🏆
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Blair S.
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved our stay! It is in a great location, clean, and a short walk to the beach access point. Definitely recommend!!
We loved our stay! It is in a great location, clean, and a short walk to the beach access point. Definitely recommend!!
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Amy W.
Mar 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect spot for a little getaway! Loved the quiet town and location. Thanks for everything!
Perfect spot for a little getaway! Loved the quiet town and location. Thanks for everything!
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Vanessa A.
Jun 30, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Thank you so much!! We had an amazing getaway!! Appreciate it!! Lovely place convenient to restaurants and the beach!!
Thank you so much!! We had an amazing getaway!! Appreciate it!! Lovely place convenient to restaurants and the beach!!
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Kimberly A.
May 23, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We absolutely loved our stay at this beach house. This beach house is perfect for two friends. First thing we noticed was how clean the beach house was, and had a very pleasant smell. While my friend was enjoying inside showers i enjoyed the outdoor shower, and let me tell you it’s worth the hype. I love the hot water. Host Mary was really sweet. I only spoke to her through the phone. Even when I called her she was still sweet and patient. I think my favorite thing about the beach house was the beach cruiser bikes. We really enjoyed how close restaurants were (we could Bike or Walk). One thing my friend mentioned was that it would have been nice to have board games and cards but we forgot to bring them. Thanks for this incredible experience.
We absolutely loved our stay at this beach house. This beach house is perfect for two friends. First thing we noticed was how clean the beach house was, and had a very pleasant smell. While my friend was enjoying inside showers i enjoyed the outdoor shower, and let me tell you it’s worth the hype. I love the hot water. Host Mary was really sweet. I only spoke to her through the phone. Even when I called her she was still sweet and patient. I think my favorite thing about the beach house was the beach cruiser bikes. We really enjoyed how close restaurants were (we could Bike or Walk). One thing my friend mentioned was that it would have been nice to have board games and cards but we forgot to bring them. Thanks for this incredible experience.
10
Julie K.
Apr 30, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Great place. Very easy would definitely stay there again.
Great place. Very easy would definitely stay there again.
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Bob E.
Apr 12, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Unit is far nicer than advertised. I became ill due ing the stay and the owners intervened and treated us as family. Would not stay anywhere else in Emerald Island nor on the Crystal Coast
Unit is far nicer than advertised. I became ill due ing the stay and the owners intervened and treated us as family. Would not stay anywhere else in Emerald Island nor on the Crystal Coast
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Alexandra M.
Mar 17, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The studio had all that we needed for our stay on Emerald Isle. This was a birthday trip and we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Amenities were very sufficient.
The studio had all that we needed for our stay on Emerald Isle. This was a birthday trip and we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Amenities were very sufficient.
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Check-in from 14:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Emerald Mermaid cozy studio apt private beach access including parking & shower
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, there is on-site parking available with 37 spaces on a first-come, first-served basis. It is a private parking lot.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 14:00 and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in the city center of Emerald Isle, just one block from the beach. Nearby attractions include Emerald Forest Golf, Star Hill Golf Club, and the Bogue Inlet Pier, all within walking distance.
Are children allowed to stay at the property?
No, children are not permitted at the property; it is for adults only.
Does the property allow pets?
No pets are allowed at the property, including service animals.
What accessibility features does the property have?
The property does not have an elevator and is a single-level apartment. There are no specific accessibility features mentioned for guests with disabilities.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not offer extra beds or cribs, and it accommodates a maximum of 2 adults only.
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Popular amenities
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Coffee / Tea Maker
TV
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General
Refrigerator
Coffee / Tea Maker
Microwave
Hair Dryer
TV
Towels
Shower
Beach Sun Loungers
No Elevator (Single Level)
Smoke-Free Property
Stair-Free Path to Entrance
Activities
Garden
Beach (Nearby)
Bicycle (on site)
Outdoor Furniture
Services
Well-Lit Path to Entrance
Internet
Free Wi-Fi