Big Oaks - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset Views

Escape to the serene and picturesque beauty of Eastern North Carolina at this lovely riverfront property! The private dock allows for easy access to the river, while the back yard provides fun outdoor entertainment opportunities with yard games and a hammock under the shade of a magnificent southern live oak. If the weather is not cooperating, don't worry, stay in and play a round of foosball or air hockey. The views of the river offer amazing sunsets and glimpses of the local wildlife. The space The main entrance and living area are located on the 2nd floor. Follow the lighted path towards the back stairs where you are greeted by an inviting screened in porch and keyless entry pad. As you enter, the dining and living room areas welcome you with a cozy vibe that says "relax!" Open to the dining and living area, the kitchen is outfitted with pots, pans, and utensils you need to start cooking your first meal. Past the kitchen, there are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, stocked with extra linens, towels, TV's and basic toiletries (.i.e., shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer). Use the spiral staircase to go down the stairs where you will find the laundry room, game room, office, and lounge ready for fun and additional sleepers. Now step back outside. The outdoor space has a barbecue grill with propane gas on one side and charcoal on the other. We stock barbecue utensils in the kitchen and a propane tank is connected and filled (charcoal not included) so you can get right to grilling. We recently added a hot tub comfortable for 5 people to soak while watching the sunset. There's also the dock, when in summer months and the tide is high, you can fish or crab. Use the frisbee, corn hole, yard dice, as well as basketball court in the front and enjoy the outdoors! Guest access You will receive check-in information via email a day prior to your arrival. Once you arrive and enter, you have access to the entire home as well as the outdoor amenities, such as hot tub, dock, outdoor games, and bbq equipment. Other things to note CHARGE YOUR EV FOR FREE!!! Using our 40amp Level 2 Charger SAFETY NOTES Some homes have their quirks, so here is ours: - There is a 2" step up/down between the living room and kitchen as well as the bathrooms and adjoining rooms. We've added lights and/or signs to highlight the transition, but it can still pose a hazard. Please watch your step. - The spiral staircase is what it is - a little tight. Please use the main entrance to move large bags between up and downstair floors. - The back yard space does not have a fence, so please keep a close watch on children and animals while outdoors. - To swim or not to swim, that is the question. Please no swimming or diving off the dock. There are lots of oyster shells that help filter the water but can seriously hurt your feet and hands. Always use swimming shoes near our shoreline. Emerald Isle beaches are not far away as well as the Salty Pirate Water park. SECURITY FEATURES - A security camera with proximity lighting at the front of the house - so we know for sure that you have arrived :) and when you have departed back home :( - A camera to monitor activity on the dock - as a matter of prudence - There are no listening or video devices inside home. BUGS & WEATHER While we use bug elimination services to spray the inside and outside of the house monthly, this does not completely prevent bugs from making their way into the home. We occasionally have palmetto bugs, fiddler crabs, or other bugs make their way indoors. Open doors and windows will allow easy entry for these opportunists. Unfortunately there is no way to prevent our guests from seeing one of these occasionally indoors. As the warmer weather months go by, brace yourselves for those pesky mosquitos and no-see-ums. While most people recognize mosquitos, most have not heard about no-see-ums (also known as midges). They are really hard to see and bite primarily around the ankles and legs. We spray for mosquitos, but being by the water it's hard to eradicate them (including no-see-ums). To help you enjoy the outdoors, we've provided bug spray and highly recommend you spray yourselves before doing outdoor activities during the day and evenings.