Endless Summer | Golf Cart + Private Beach Access

The vacation nobody wants to end. Kids worn out, adults finally on the porch. Couples with nowhere to be. Friend groups winning at ping pong at midnight. A golf cart cruising to a private beach like you own the island. That's Endless Summer — the house everyone comes back to. With nearly 90 reviews and a 4.94 rating, the guests who've stayed here have already done the vetting for you. You've done the research. You can stop scrolling. The space ⭐️ AT A GLANCE ⭐️ 🛺 Golf cart included — private beach access in 90 seconds 🏖️ VIP gated beach access — key fob, no crowds, no parking chaos 🎮 PS5 · VR · Laser Tag · 7,000-game Arcade — the game room that steals the trip 🎱 Epic carport area — ping pong, Connect 4, Jenga, cornhole, outdoor TV & fire pit 🖼️ Chalk wall & hand-painted murals — activities for the kids, backdrops for the photos 🌧️ Rainy day proof — enough to do inside that nobody checks the weather 🏠 Feels like home — fully stocked kitchen, all toiletries, beach gear ready to go 🛌 Sleeps 8 — king suite, queen bed, bunk room with trundle, pack-n-play available 🐾 Pet friendly — $150 fee/pet, two pet max 📍 Walk to everything — pier, restaurants, shops, turtle bridge, donut shop Welcome to Endless Summer — Where Every Day Feels Like a Family Vacation Should. Picture it: the kids pile onto the golf cart, coolers and beach chairs loaded up, as you cruise to your private gated beach access with key fob in hand. No fighting for parking. No hauling gear for blocks. Just a VIP beach arrival — every single day. That's the Endless Summer experience. Nestled in the heart of Emerald Isle and tucked among trees for true privacy, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom coastal home sleeps up to 8 and was designed from the ground up with people who want more than just a place to sleep. Whether your crew is a family of five, a couple looking for a proper escape, or a friend group that stays up too late — there is something here for every single person. Here's what guests keep coming back for: 🛺 The Golf Cart Changes Everything At a glance: Included · No upcharge · 90 seconds to the beach · Street legal to 25mph · Key fob gated access Every guest mentions it. One family said they'll "forever need a golf cart" when vacationing at Emerald Isle. Load it with your coolers, chairs, and sunscreen and you're at the private Ocean Forest beach entrance in about 90 seconds. Key fob means no public parking chaos — just a VIP arrival every time. Use it for morning donut runs, dinner outings, or an evening ice cream cruise. It doesn't just add convenience. It changes the whole pace of the trip. 🎮 Game Room At a glance: PS5 · VR Headset · Laser Tag · 7,000-game Arcade · Board games This is the feature guests talk about most — and the one that most consistently exceeds expectations. Families report that the game room takes over within minutes of arrival. Kids disappear into it happily while adults finally decompress. One guest's only regret was "not booking enough time to play every game." Rain or shine, the trip never stops here. 🏠 The Carport Area — Your Outdoor Living Room At a glance: Ping pong · Cornhole · Connect 4 · Jenga · Chalk wall · Outdoor TV · Fire pit · Grill The space underneath the house is where the trip really happens. Shaded, open, and designed for exactly the kind of hang that vacations are made of — ping pong tournaments that go longer than anyone planned, cornhole battles, giant Connect 4, giant Jenga, and enough room for the whole group to spread out comfortably. When the beach day winds down and nobody's ready to call it a night, this is where everyone ends up. Guests with kids love that the little ones can run freely in a safe, shaded space while the adults linger over drinks. Couples have called it their favorite evening spot on the island. It's the kind of outdoor space that turns a good trip into a great one. 🌧️ Rainy Days Are Handled At a glance: Ping pong · Giant Connect 4 · Giant Jenga · Cornhole · Chalk wall · 65" 4K surround sound TV You won't be white-knuckling a weather app. Between the indoor game room, arcade, ping pong, and outdoor covered entertaining area — a rainy afternoon here is still a great afternoon. Multiple guests have called this out specifically. You're covered either way. 🏠 The House That Feels Like Home — But Better Stocked Outlets covered for toddlers. Pack-n-play and high chair ready for the little ones. Toiletries, laundry detergent, dishwasher pods, shampoo, beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach toys — all here. A stocked coffee bar for your first morning. A fully equipped kitchen for big breakfasts before beach days. One guest put it perfectly: "I was concerned about overpacking. I shouldn't have been." The mental load of planning a trip is real. We've tried to carry as much of it as possible so you can arrive and just be present. 📍 A Neighborhood That Becomes Part of the Trip At a glance: Donut shop · Fishing pier · Turtle bridge · Salty Pirate Water Park · Restaurants · Hiking trails Flip Flops Donut Shop is a short morning walk. There's a bridge down the street where you can feed wild turtles. The Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier is 10 minutes away — guests have spotted sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles from the dock. Salty Pirate Water Park for the kids. A BBQ spot across the street featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Short drive to Black Pearl mini golf. The golf cart turns all of it into an adventure regardless of who you're with. 🛌 Sleeping Arrangements That Work: At a glance: King suite · Queen bed · Bunk room with trundle · Pack-n-play · Sleeps 8 Bedroom 1: King bed, private en-suite with dual shower heads — the retreat Bedroom 2: Queen bed with mounted TV Bedroom 3: Twin-over-full bunk bed plus twin trundle — perfect for kids or a fun group setup 🎮 More to Do Than You'll Have Time For Families report that the game room takes over — kids disappear into it happily while adults finally decompress. Friend groups say the outdoor games become the highlight of the evenings. Couples have called the fire pit porch their favorite spot on the island. ' There is genuinely something for EVERY person in every group. Book your stay today! Guest access The whole home is yours — completely private. Your key fob unlocks exclusive access to a gated community beach entrance. Smart lock check-in means your door code arrives 24 hours before you do. Haylee responds within the hour to any question, any time. You will not be left figuring things out alone. Other things to note The Home: Built on stilts (as most coastal homes are), with stairs required to access the main living area. A well-lit path makes it easy day or night. Beach Gear: Beach chairs, umbrellas, and a variety of beach toys are provided — less to pack, more time to play. The Golf Cart: Drivers must be 21+ and will sign a brief liability waiver. Only drivers who sign are permitted to operate it. The cart is restricted to roads posted at 25 mph or under. A helpful windshield sticker includes a QR code with a map of golf cart parking spots around the island. Parking: 4 dedicated driveway spaces — plenty of room for the whole crew. Pets: Furry family members are welcome! A $150 fee per pet applies. Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM Cancellation: Full refund 30+ days out. Security: Two exterior cameras on-site — one monitors the golf cart, one monitors the front door for vendor arrivals. Interior is completely private.