
- As low as $677/Night
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 14
General Features
- Books
- Games
- Stereo
- Video games
- 2 total pets
- 3.5 bathrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Barbecue grill
- Basketball nearby
- Bathtub or shower
- Bed sheets provided
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Dining room
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- English
- Free WiFi
- Garden
- Golf nearby
- Heating
- Highchair
- Hot tub
- Ice maker
- Iron/ironing board
- Kayaking nearby
- Living room
- Marina nearby
- Microwave
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near the bay
- Near the beach
- Near the sea
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
- Onsite parking
- Outdoor furniture
- Oven
- Patio
- Pet friendly
- Power boating nearby
- Refrigerator
- Shared/communal pool
- Smart TV with cable/satellite service
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Soap
- Stovetop
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Washing machine and dryer
- Welcoming dogs only
- Wildlife and game walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
About this Property
- Sleeps 14
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
Founder's Manor is the home of Ocean Isle Beach founder, Odell Williamson and his wife Virginia. The home sits atop a 4-lot tract known as Gause's Hill. It is surrounded by undeveloped land and offers a expansive, unobstructed view of both the Atlantic Ocean and Jink's Creek. Founder’s Manor is centrally located and is less than 1/4 mile (2-4 min. walk) from many of the island’s most trendy destinations. Some of these include: the Ocean Isle Beach Town Park, The Museum of Coastal Carolina, The Ocean Isle Beach Pier, River Country Mini Golf, Sunset Slush, Ocean Isle Beach Creamery, Jink’s Creek Waterfront Grille, Pelican’s Perch, the Islander Inn and the Ocean Isle Inn. Additionally, the Ocean Isle Beach Chapel is across the street for those who are interested in a destination wedding or attending a local church service while visiting. The split level home has 4 floors offering: 5 bedrooms, 3 and ½ baths, two kitchens, a formal dining room, a formal living room, a den/reading room, a sun porch, and the Island’s only basement. All bedrooms have a view of the ocean or Jink's Creek. There is a sizable concrete patio space for outdoor entertaining as well as huge grassy areas suitable for an ocean or sound view tent should you wish to host a celebration (permit required depending on tent size). Units will also include access to the exclusive Isles Beach Club for the duration of your stay. Whether you are a family traveling from out of town, a bridal event looking for a elegant setting for your celebration, or an individual looking for a local hideaway, Founder’s Manor offers a unique, beautiful location that is really one of a kind.
About the Area
Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Cherry Grove Pier.
Traveling with kids? Consider Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. With kayaking, motor boating, and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Pet Policy
2 total pets
Our top Vacation rental home tips:
Sticking to a spending budget:
- In the Southport area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Booking your vacation home up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
- To find the most suitable rental for your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities.
- Property management companies sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
- Booking websites usually offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
- Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.
Make a plan and choose your Southport vacation home:
- Select a group lead, select your dates, and choose a maximum budget.
- Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Historic Hilltop Home\/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View\/Event Friendly\/One-of-a-kind! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
- Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible online. Otherwise, email the property management company before you book your rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
- Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the property manager about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
- If there's a certain Southport destination you love, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
- Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
Have a fantastic stay:
- We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
- Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many issues.
- Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
- To make certain no damages are linked to your stay, make a record of any problem areas upon your arrival. Contact the host right away to record any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
- Respect the neighborhood. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
- Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
- Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at departure. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
- Inspect the property a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
- Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to propel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.
Nearby Restaurants
- Jinks Creek Waterfront Grille - 0.1 miles
- Drift - 0.2 miles
- The Breakers Arcade - 0.3 miles
- Causeway Gourmet - 0.9 miles
- Sugar Shack - 1.0 miles
- The View At Brick Landing Plantation - 2.4 miles
- Inlet View Bar & Grill - 4.2 miles
- Makai Brewing Company - 4.7 miles
Nearby Activities
- River Country Mini Golf - 0.1 miles
- Ocean Isle Beach Pier - 0.2 miles
- Ingram Planetarium - 0.2 miles
- Museum of Coastal Carolina - 0.2 miles
- The Breakers Arcade - 0.3 miles
- Carolina School of Surf - 0.4 miles
- Ocean Isle Fishing Center - 0.4 miles
- Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 2.4 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Eagles Beachwear - 1.0 miles
- Sunset Beach Trading Company - 4.1 miles
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