Beach GetAway. Quality Time: Bird Watch, Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Wi-Fi

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11344 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Explore the area

Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Country Club of the Crystal Coast
15 min walk
Molly's Beachside Bar And Grill
2 min drive
Havelock Station
33 min drive
New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
51 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

RETROUVAILLE (pronounced "retro-vie")

5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom, oceanfront, single family home, family setting, Southern Outer Banks, town of Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina 28512

Steps from Atlantic Ocean, 1/2 mile from Crystal Coast Country Club, 2 miles from NC Aquarium, 7 miles from historic Fort Macon, near Cape Lookout Lighthouse.

The Perfect Tele-Work and Home Schooling Getaway Venue, while Enjoying a Beach Vacation with the entire Family!

Panoramic, beachfront views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Take in natural beauty and wildlife from wild horses to dolphins and hatching sea turtles

Min Required Stay:
4 Nights 1 June - 31 December 2024
5 Nights 1 Jan - 26 Apr 2025
7 Nights (Sat to Sat) 27 Apr - 6 Sep 2025
5 Nights 7 Sep 2025 - 25 Apr 2026

Linens and bath & kitchen towels provided with beds made.

Please bring your own beach towels.

No Smoking.

No Pets.

Street access for skateboarding; bicycle lane along entire island.

Access to 6 private Bogue Sound parks (links below); natural forest, charcoal grills, picnic tables, playground, swings, basketball court.

Boat/Kayak/Canoe launching access, fishing piers: Day use only.
Car decal & gate card for parks provided in the Guest Book.
https://www.piksco.com/eat
https://www.pineknollassociation.com/parks-marinas

New for 2024:
New Whole House De-Humidification System
New 65" Samsung HDTV in Media Room
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included
New Siding Freshly Painted Exterior
Professionally Landscaped

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY:
Elevator:1 stepup from ground level;on Main level Carolina porch 1 stepup to living area
Ramps in place make steps and entire house wheelchair accessible. Wide sliding glass doors onto extra wide deck; wide hallways and room entrances.

EXTERIOR:

Carport plus 4-car parking area
Two beach-view hammocks
Outdoor, large private shower with hot water

INTERIOR:

High Speed wireless internet with whole-house mesh router WiFi access.
ROKU installed on all TV's
Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included
Elevator
Floor planking in ground floor bedrooms, all bathrooms, stairs
Hardwood floor: upper level
Marble countertops: all bathrooms
Kitchen: Granite countertops; expanded island with counter-height seating
Solar Blackout Curtains in the two Master Bedrooms and Living Room
Ceiling Fans throughout

MAIN LEVEL:

Living Area: 60" Sony 3D Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; 3D Blu-Ray player; new furniture; Queen sleeper-sofa; authentic WWII Liberty ship hatch-cover coffee table, end tables. Propane gas fireplace. Access to beachfront deck that spans entire length of house with captain's chairs, rockers, glider & Beach Royalty Hammock

Kitchen: adjoins living area; large open dining area seats 10, plus large maple, butcher block island with 4 counter-height chairs. Appliances include both regular drip coffee maker and Keurig.

Carolina Porch: beautiful overlook of natural, Pine Knoll Shores vegetation; settee and additional large multi-purpose table, seats 10, for games, handicrafts, banquets, etc.

Master Bedroom #1: Access to beachfront deck spanning entire length of house, fully furnished. King-sized bed; cool Tempurpedic, Cloud Luxe Breeze dream mattress; 60" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; private bathroom and shower with grab bars and handles. Solar black-out curtains.

Bedroom #2 and #3: Queen sized beds; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream mattresses; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV's; ROKU installed on TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; hall bathroom.

GROUND LEVEL:

Downstairs Master Bedroom (#4): King sized bed; cool Tempurpedic Cloud Luxe Breeze dream mattress; 40" Sony Wi-Fi LED HDTV; ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; private bathroom; sliding door access to outdoor patio with bench, large picnic table, ocean/beach view, and 3 steps up to boardwalk landing, then 5 steps down to board walkway to beach side deck.

Bedroom #5 or Multi-Media/Game Room: Direct access to outdoor patio and private bathroom. New 65" Samsung Wi-Fi LED HDTV, ROKU installed on TV with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; and Blu-Ray player; Big Joe seating and Big Kids comfy swivel chairs; Ping-Pong table. Bunk Bed: Twin size over full sized bed with additional full-sized trundle.

AMENITIES:

Large gas grill stored in carport; to be used under front awning.

Private, lower deck landing with benches directly off beach, outdoor shower, & a platform for cleaning fish. (Yes, this Is the Fishing Mecca of the East Coast!).

Superior bedding system featured in all bedrooms.

Ceiling fans throughout

Propane gas fireplace

Numerous luggage stands

Central de-humidification system

Culligan Medallist Water Softener System

Culligan Aqua-Cleer Advanced (Reverse Osmosis) filtered drinking water system at kitchen sink, and producing crystal clear pure ice cubes (connected to Refrigerator door icemaker)

Baby/Child Amenities:

Baby crib (bring your own sheets)
High chair
Child size Little Joe and Big Joe chairs.

Business Features:
Hi-Speed Wireless Internet Wireless
Excellent mesh router WiFi access throughout house
Attractive Comfortable Desk in Upstairs Master Bedroom #1 (what a view!)

Entertainment Features:
6 Big Screen TVs (HDTV), ROKU installed on all TV's with Spectrum app access to Choice TV package included; 2 Blu-Ray Players

Community Features:
Picnic table area, community docks and community pier access,basketball court access

Distinctive Features:
Linens provided; beds made up (weekly stays)
Private walkway access to beach
36" x 48" elevator
covered outdoor porch/deck
covered patio
refrigerator/freezer on both floors.
main floor washer/dryer
dune-top deck
deck furniture
iron and ironing board

Recreational Features:
Rec / Game Room
Ping Pong Table
Card / Poker Table
Fish Cleaning Station

PREMIUM VENUE FOR FAMILY CELEBRATIONS:
Seated dining for 24. 10 at Dining Room table, 4 at Large Kitchen butcher block island, and 10 at adjacent Carolina Porch table.
Great for hosting weddings, family reunion & your traditional holiday gathering!

Crystal Coast Beaches Are Lovely in the Spring and Fall!

Fall - Spring Promotion! 50% Discount on Monthly Rentals (28 nights or more)

Who says beach season ends Labor Day? Beach destinations experience less tourist volume, even as temperatures stay balmy.

So hit the beach this Fall, prime surf, pier & inshore fishing season!

CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL: Behind Door in lower hallway landing near bottom of stairs

During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Country Club of the Crystal Coast. Features include a water park and an arcade/games room. Free WiFi and in-room jetted baths are available in the holiday home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 4 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Splash around at the water park
Amenities include a lift
On-site recreation includes ski-in/ski-out access
Just a 4-minute drive from Country Club of the Crystal Coast and a few minutes from North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Beach GetAway. Quality Time: Bird Watch, Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Wi-Fi offers its guests a water park and ski-in/ski-out access. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a lift are also featured at the family-friendly Beach GetAway. Quality Time: Bird Watch, Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Wi-Fi.

Property manager

Jeff Cory

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Ski

Ski-in/ski-out access

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

4 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Charcoal grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

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.
In-room accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Golf
Ski-in/ski-out access
Table tennis
Water park
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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

Local artist showcase
Recycling
Unit size: 3,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Beach GetAway. Quality Time: Bird Watch, Collect Shells, Walk, Bike, Fish, Wi-Fi Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

L B.

30 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family holiday

The propery was just as advertised and the view was amazing. We had a great time. We are hoping to rent it next Thanksgiving.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

14 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful stay

This is a beautiful home filled with TLC. It has amazing views, very clean and the host was very kind, responsive and personable! Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 43 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marika S., Chapel Hill, NC USA

29 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Thanksgiving setting

We very enjoyed our Thanksgiving week stay. All was as represented in the property description and communication with the owner/manager was quite smooth from booking to post-departure. Recommended!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig H., Raleigh, NC

2 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful ocean view and great location

We had a great stay at Retrouvaille. The home is handicap friendly and the elevator was very helpful as the spacious main bedroom, kitchen and living space are all on the upper level. It is in an ideal location and the views from the large porch are spectacular. The owners were responsive and checked in with us while we were there to make sure our stay was going well. We will be back.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia A.

4 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun on Labor Day

A Beautiful house and location! The views are awesome. We enjoyed our stay. The house is very well equipped, very clean, and the property manager was very responsive when needed( which was only once for a tv channel find). Definitely plan to visit again and soon.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max S.

4 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house…

on a great stretch of beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

3 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation

Retrouvaille at Pine Knoll Shores was the perfect beach rental for us grandparents (late 60s), three grandchildren (ages 7,6, and 5), and their parents (late 30s, early 40s). We can't wait to go back! The house is lovely and obviously well taken care of, with plenty of room to spread out, comfortable furniture and beds, and a well-equipped kitchen. We can hardly wait to go back! Jeff, the owner, was prompt to respond to inquiries and deal with internet issues (weather-related) that arose. He is definitely a super host!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl P.

31 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

PKS Beauty

Wonderful location in PKS. Breathtaking views of the ocean. Key for us with old folks and toddlers, easy ocean access, and an elevator. The downstairs, with a king bed, and private bath, And play room with bunkbeds, was perfect for my son, his wife, and two small children. It is a gorgeous place to stay. and play room with bunkbeds, was perfect for my son, his wife, and two small children. It is a gorgeous place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie S.

1 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for travelers with mobility issues

We had a wonderful week at Retrouvaille! The main reason we chose this specific home was due to accessibility concerns; the elevator was crucial for allowing us to bring our whole extended family to the beach including my in-laws who have significant mobility issues. The house is fully accessible to those who have issues going up and down stairs. The path from the elevator to the main living area may be a bit tight for a wheelchair user due to the size of the dining table but would probably be manageable if you temporarily moved some of the chairs and scooted the table to one side. For people like my mother-in-law, who can walk but uses a cane and cannot do stairs, it was perfect. The en suite in the upstairs main bedroom has grab bars which were also helpful. The other two upstairs bedrooms each have a queen bed and share a bathroom with a double vanity. My husband and I stayed in the downstairs main bedroom, while our 4-year-old twins were thrilled to stay in the bunk bed in the rec room (which also has a private bathroom). The location was awesome, directly on the beach with a beautiful view from the upstairs deck. It was such a thrill to sit on the deck and watch dolphins swimming right in front of the house! Everything was in excellent condition and was exactly as it appeared in the pictures. The space was large and had plenty of room to spread out, which was nice for traveling with extended family. TVs with Rokus in every bedroom also meant we could spend some quiet time apart when we needed to, but come back together in the living area or on the deck. We had a very minor, non emergency maintenance issue which popped up on a Sunday afternoon, and the owner quickly responded to my text and had a handyman at the house the following morning. Overall I would enthusiastically recommend Retrouvaille to anyone traveling with a large-ish group (we had 7 adults and 2 children), or anyone with mobility issues that make stairs a challenge. I will note that the private beach access to get from the house to the beach does require the use of stairs, as well as walking up & down a sandy dune/hill which was challenging for me as a person who is able-bodied but quite out of shape but I honestly don't know if you could find any better in the area. The handrail on the stairs leading down to the sand was also pretty weathered and splintery which made me a bit nervous for my young children but they were fine. We had a wonderful stay and would 1000% book again!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

23 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Beach House on the Ocean

We have stayed at at least 10 different properties on Emerald Isle over the years, and this was by far the best. Well stocked and well maintained, I can't say enough good about the property. Beach access was easy -- not nearly as many steps as other places we've stayed, and the indoor elevator was a blessing to us older folk, as we brought our luggage up to the bedrooms. We've already made our reservation for next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary s. t.

22 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Wonderful house and perfect view. Clean and appealing.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda E.

15 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Best beach house ever

Everything was wonderful about our stay. The house itself was spectacular. It is well furnished with solid wood dining and bedroom furniture. Deck furniture seemed well made as well and the hammock on the top deck was awesome. Views from the deck were wonderful - so close to the ocean. My 97 year old mother spent most of her time just sitting there and watching the waves. The elevator is what made it possible for her to go with us, and it worked well. The house was spotless, and the kitchen was well equipped. The beach was beautiful. There were other people around but it was not at all crowded. We saw dolphins on our last morning! The communication with the owner and his representative Debbie was great. Debbie was proactive about getting us settled in and even found us an elevated toilet seat for my mom to use while we were there. When we broke a coffee carafe one morning Debbie was able to get us another coffee maker to use the same day. We had a great stay in this house! It is the nicest beach house we have ever stayed in!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

23 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent home in excellent location

Excellent place , no reservations recommending it anyone who would like a more private setting on a beautiful beach

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacia W.

4 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The location and privacy are amazing. The house is lovely and there was something for everyone!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elliott L.

29 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Week

This beach house was great for our extended family. Jeff was quick to answer any questions we had about an issue and followed up to make sure everything was fine. The location is beautiful and the house is well equipped and comfortable. We enjoyed a week full of wonderful memories!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl P.

22 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place.Everything about 119 Pinewood was perfect for our group. The downstairs king suite and nearby large play room, which housed bunkbeds and a crib, was perfect for my son, his wife, his two-year-old, and his four week old. The two queen bedrooms upstairs worked well for my daughter and her husband and for extra stuff. The king suite upstairs worked great for my wife and me. But the best thing about this house is its location, which couldn’t be better. It is close to the ocean, the views are spectacular, and the open spaces are more than sufficient. And for us, the elevator was a requirement and made all the difference. We definitely will consider a repeat performance.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

16 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We've been coming to Pine Knoll Shores every year for about 20 years. The view from this house was the best we've ever had. When we weren't on the beach, we were sitting out on the deck overlooking the ocean. The house was very clean and well equipped. There was plenty of space and the whole group enjoyed it immensely. I highly recommend this place! You won't be disappointed!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chery C.

3 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and very relaxing time

Awesome location. Great stay. Thankful for the elevator and walk in shower for our elderly family members!! The beach was just steps away and the weather could not have been any more beautiful. We will put this house on the list as a great find!! Thank you, Cherry

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James H.

12 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Vacation

After my vacation reservation was cancelled two days before my planned trip, with no alternative lodging, it was suggested I check out listings on VRBO. What a great suggestion! Our Host was super accommodating, the location is beyond spectacular, and the house was a perfect fit for our group. Pine Knoll Shores offers a much more secluded location than most of the rentals I have had at the Crystal Coast. Would highly recommend this rental - everything you could want and more.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

21 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

This was our first time vacationing with another family that has children and the house was perfectly suited! The location is awesome! We practically had the entire beach to ourselves. The sweetest addition was the Cat in the Hat book that was personalized from the owners as a gift to the kids. A memory forever 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Bill P.

13 Aug 2021

Nice location

Location was fantastic. Beach was fantastic. Had some issues with initial cleanliness and upstairs AC not working. The owner worked with us during our stay to get these things resolved. Only other nit would be that the Playstation 4 was missing from the house. The owner did not know what happened to it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Patricia E.

2 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

July 2021

Beautiful home. Wonderful, quiet, residential location. Attentive owner.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M., Charlotte, NC

29 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful beach house

We had a great week at the beach. The location is perfect and the beach is here is beautiful and uncrowded. Tons of space during low tide and plenty of beach during high tide. The water was clear, warm and calm. We spent much of our time out on the porch enjoying the breeze and the shade of the covered deck. The house was clean when we arrived. The main living/ dining area is ideal for hanging out with friends and family. Bedrooms are large with plenty of closet and drawer space. We also appreciated the convenience of having linens provided with the beds made when we arrived. We had a couple of maintenance issues, but for all the reasons I mentioned, I believe this is a five star vacation property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elliott L.

18 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing week with family!!

This house was great for our family. Lots of space and location was wonderful! The owner quickly responded and solved any small issues we had! The ocean was just steps away. Best week ever!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Bryan Y.

10 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for family vacation

Our week at Pine Knoll Shores was excellent. This property is ideal for a quiet family vacation. It is away from crowds but close enough for a short drive to food and entertainment. The house is clean with a large kitchen and dining area. Views of the beach are outstanding and the walk down to the beach is a short one. The back porch got a lot of use during our stay as the view is wonderful with a good ocean breeze. The beds were very comfortable and the bedrooms were very roomy. The upstairs master bath could use a larger shower how’s the bathroom is just as roomy as the bedroom. We usually rent places that have pools for the kids, but the walk was so short to the beach that we didn’t miss a pool at all. The elevator was a nice amenity for us as well. The landscaping around the house had become a bit overgrown, however landscapers arrived at the end of our stay to clean up around the house. Overall, this place provided a very good vacation for our family. We recommend the property and will likely be back. The homeowner was also very responsive to any of our questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021