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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium 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)

Our top Rental property booking tips:

When to book & When to go:

• In the Southport area, The earlier you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Reserve your Southport vacation home in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Often, management companies supply Southport area visitor guides that include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the best vacation rental in the Southport area:

• Select a group leader, select your trip dates, and choose a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family 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 Southport rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is usually available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what configuration is right for your trip.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask your host about pet restrictions before booking.
• If there's a certain Southport attraction you long to visit, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.

More tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Store the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Upon arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents 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 BBQ?
• Upon check-out, take a final walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. 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 remedy it.