A tropical vacation might be closer than you think. Picture top-floor ocean views, playful island-inspired decor, and a private pool waiting whenever you’re ready to cool off. At The Grand Lu’au, the vacation starts the moment you arrive, and the fun keeps going long after the beach day ends.
This 6-bedroom, 8-bathroom (6 full, 2 half) 2nd Row retreat in Emerald Isle, NC, gives large families and groups of friends their own tropical escape on the Crystal Coast. Three primary suites offer comfortable places to recharge, and the private pool, hot tub, and putting green give everyone something to enjoy between trips to the beach. An elevator also serves all three levels, so it’s easy for every generation to get around.
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A View From the Top
Island life moves at its own easy pace here. The reverse floor plan puts the living room, dining area, and kitchen together on the top level, so the ocean is part of the scene from morning coffee to the last meal of the day. The open layout keeps your group connected, while bright colors, island-themed furniture, large windows, and hardwood floors give the space a playful, breezy feel.
The kitchen is made for large group meals, with granite countertops, two ovens, two dishwashers, and multiple refrigerators. Six pineapple-shaped stools line the kitchen island, the perfect spot for a snack while someone preps lunch. Just steps away, the dining area has room for everyone, with a table that seats eight for family dinners and lingering conversations after a day on the beach.
After dinner, gather around the tiki-carved fireplace for a movie, board game, or long conversation. Step out onto the deck or head down to the sand for some stargazing. At The Grand Lu’au, you can settle into the rhythm of island time and let each evening unfold at its own pace.
Tropical Relaxation
With 6 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms (6 full, 2 half), The Grand Lu’au gives large groups plenty of room to settle in. Three primary suites with ocean views offer comfortable spaces for couples, and the remaining three bedrooms give everyone else a place to recharge. Three king beds, one queen bed, and two rooms with bunk beds (each with a double bed below and a single above) mean everyone has a place to rest up between beach days.
Every bedroom has its own coastal name, from Coral Reef to Bikini Bottoms. The bunk rooms are perfect for kids, siblings, or friends, and one has a connected bathroom. Each room has its own personality and a restful feel at the end of the day.
Six full bathrooms and two half bathrooms make morning and evening routines as easy as an island breeze. Spa-style features, including soaking tubs and enclosed showers, add to the getaway feel. When you’re ready to slow down, smart TVs and reading lamps make it easy to start a favorite show or curl up with a good book before dozing off. With decks on every floor, you can step outside for one more ocean breeze before lights out.
Beach Days Your Way
A day at The Grand Lu’au lets everyone set their own agenda. Early risers can sip coffee on the deck or take a morning walk along the shore while others sleep in. After breakfast, part of the group can head to the beach while the rest enjoy a slow morning at the rental. When the beachgoers return, the enclosed hot and cold outdoor shower makes rinsing off sand quick and easy.
In the afternoon, practice your short game on the putting green or cool off in the private pool. When you’re ready to explore, cast a line from Bogue Inlet Pier, walk the trails at Emerald Isle Woods Park, or visit the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores to see sharks, sea turtles, and other ocean wildlife. Whether it’s a quick trip into town or a day along the shoreline at Cape Lookout, there’s plenty to discover up and down the Crystal Coast, and The Grand Lu’au makes it easy to come and go.
For dinner, fire up the gas grill for a backyard barbecue or head into town for some of the freshest local seafood you can get along the Crystal Coast. Back at the rental, the private hot tub is a great place to unwind together. The rec room’s pool table, wet bar, and large smart TV with surround sound are ready for game nights, movie nights, or a relaxed evening in. However you spend your time, The Grand Lu’au makes every moment feel effortless.
Plan Your Stay at The Grand Lu’au
The Grand Lu’au gives families and friend groups plenty of ways to spend time together, from shared meals with an ocean view to afternoons at the putting green and nights in the hot tub. With island-inspired decor and pool days in the sun, it brings a laid-back tropical feel to your Crystal Coast vacation.
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