NEW TO VRBO! Mere steps to the beach & fabulous outdoor space - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 24
• 7 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

NEW TO Vacation Rental By Owner FOR 2024! Don’t be deterred by the lack of reviews, my property was managed by a local property management company until late 2023 and is brand new to Vacation Rental By Owner. I am a Super Host on another platform for another property I own, so be assured you are in good hands!

Sweet Carolina offers everything you could possibly want and need for the best family beach vacation!

• Upper and lower decks on front and back of home
• Painless access to the beach – it’s a 60 second walk to the beach access
• Brand new (June 2024) 12’ x 30’ heated pool with constructed-in spa and fire pit
• Enclosed outdoor shower
• Enough room for your entire (extended) family – property sleeps 24 + 1 infant/toddler (full-size crib)
• Access to our stash of beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach toys
• Clean and roomy home
• Two fridges
• Gas grille
• Keurig & drip coffee makers
• Ample parking
• Quiet (2 miles from where you enter the island surrounded only by homes)
• 65” intelligent tv in living room, intelligent tv in every bedroom
• Safe and comfortable for families with modest kids:
o Full-size crib
o Graco pack n’ play w/ bed and changing tray
o Infant gates at the top and bottom of inside staircase
o Graco high chair
o Graco booster seat
o Bumbo seat with tray
o Kids’s cutlery and sippy cups
o Bottle warmer
o Toys, books, puzzles, and games
o Child-safe door handle covers

OIB is a very family-friendly destination and the playground on the island newly had updates/additions. The Summer Concert Series on Friday nights throughout the summer are a blast for the whole family. Come experience all that OIB has to offer.

Please note that linens are not included with the rental (except for kitchen towels); you may bring your own, or we will refer you to a local linen rental service.

Feel complimentary to contact me with any questions! I look forward to hosting your family!

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Sunset River Marketplace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rees Jones Golf Course and Leopard's Chase Golf Club. Ingram Planetarium and Planet Fun are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Wrightsville Beach rental home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To find the largest rental home for your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Selecting the best rental home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Select a group leader, choose your vacation week, and choose a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. NEW TO VRBO! Mere steps to the beach & fabulous outdoor space has 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. Otherwise, call the property manager before you book the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what is optimal for your trip.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request information on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Considerations for your stay:

• Put the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Make a record of any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Be respectful. Often, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check the property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host isn't available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to inspire more bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.