Welcome to \"By the Sea\" in OIB- updated Ocean-front 5 bedroom home with hot tub - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to the beach! Recently refreshed beachfront beach home in family friendly Ocean Isle Beach. Walk out the door to your private walkway to the beach on the east end of the island away from the hordes.

The space:
5 bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms and a separate half bathroom on main floor. Home sleeps up to 14 people.
-Downstairs bedroom: 1 King bed with private bath (sleeps 2) with 55 inch TV
-Two upstairs, beach view with balcony bedrooms each with king bed, private bath, 55 inch TV (each room sleeps 2)
-Upstairs bedroom with 2 queen beds with private bath with 55 inch TV (sleeps 4)
-Upstairs queen over queen bunk bed with private bath and 35 inch TV
Wood floor in all common areas and bedrooms, tile in bathrooms.

Kitchen includes basic amenities required for day to day cooking as well as blender, coffee makers (drip and keurig), and drink refrigerator. Washer/dryer in home on main floor.

Beach-view hot tub as well as outdoor shower and putting area for after the beach.
Recent updates include new paint, furnishings, and lighting.

** Linens and towels are not supplied but we can refer you to a local provider****
Please note there is a security camera on the exterior of the home facing the parking area/entry where stairs and elevator are located. Guests have access to entire home.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Ocean Isle Beach and Sage Island reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Planet Fun and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tips and Tricks to get the perfect vacation home experience:

Finding the best rental value:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wrightsville Beach area. To find the best value, consider shifting your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guides have deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Make a plan and choose the bestrental:

• First, have your family choose vacation dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Welcome to \"By the Sea\" in OIB- updated Ocean-front 5 bedroom home with hot tub has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available online. If you don't see them listed, email the property management company before you book the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or charges might be applied to your invoice.
• If there's a certain Wrightsville Beach destination you are enamored with, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Advice for a terrific stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Save the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many problems.
• Lock your rental home while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Make a record of any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are assessed.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Re-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all personal items on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent time? Many rental websites make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was out of order and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.