OIBee Hive - Cute 1970s Beach Cottage 2mi to Beach - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 616 square feet

Perfectly Located Getaway! The OIBee Hive is a appealing, one-level getaway that’s just over 600 square feet, offering a sweet spot for couples or modest families looking to relax. With a comfortable front porch and a back deck, you can relax and appreciate the coastal breeze while grilling or just soaking up the sun.

Bee-close to Everything! Literally just 2.5 miles from our door to the beach sand, you’re ideally placed in the heart of Ocean Isle Beach. You’ll be buzzing around parks, stores, Lowes Foods, Publix, surf stores, boat launches, fishing spots, boat units, and some of the best eateries, including the local favorite, Roberto’s Ristorante, right across the street!

A Sweet Stay for Six! The OIBee Hive sleeps 6, featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. While it’s cozy, this home is the ideal fit for your group to spread out and savor some downtime. The living space is just right for gathering together after a day of adventure, and the pet-friendly grassy backyard is ideal for letting the pups play. ????

Book the OIBee Hive and create honey-sweet memories in the busy heart of Ocean Isle Beach!
The Living Room has a Intelligent TV with Roku/FireTV sticks, so you can comfortably sign in and watch NETFLIX, YouTube, Prime Video, Hulu, and more. Free Wi-Fi included!

Unwind on the porch, the couch, in the yard, or with your feet in the sand on gorgeous Ocean Isle Beach, less than 5 mins. away.

NOTE: This property requires a $300 Security Deposit, a Separate Traveler Agreement, and your government-issued ID. More info below, and in the home rules.

The open floor plan makes cooking and hanging out a completely cozy experience, with a huge TV mounted on the living room so you can enjoy NETFLIX, Hulu, Amazon Video, YouTube, or whatever you like.

All of the rooms have Nautical Names and Rustic Themes to make this home a place you'll always remember...

Queen Bee Room: Full Bed
Flowers Room: Full Bed
Lighthouse Room: Full Bed

One of our favorite things about the home is the amazingly convenient location and the cool front porch to watch the cars go by. It's the ideal place to relax and relax throughout most of the year.

PROPERTY & AREA HIGHLIGHTS:
-ALL BED LINENS PROVIDED, and bath and kitchen towels too, but NOT beach towels
-Extremely clean, regularly scrubbed and maintained by the best professional cleaning crew in Ocean Isle Beach
-Covered front porch
-Just a short bicycle ride or walk to the Intracoastal Waterway! Amazing Vistas with Unbelievable trees!
-A short ride to Gause Landing, one of OIB's most striking streets, including the famed iconic George Washington Tree
-Literally just 2.5 mile from the doorstep to the sandy beach
-Ideal yard to spread out, tons of room for activities
-Short drive to a whole bunch of golf courses
-Totally outfitted kitchen with pots, pans, knives, silverware, cooking silverware
-Kid-friendly plates, bowls, cups, silverware, etc
-Board games, playing cards, poker chips

PERFECT LOCATION FOR FISHING TRIPS
-Only 4 mins. to the Ocean Isle Beach Pier...
-Just 2 blocks to the bridge and boat ramp!
-4 mins. to the bridge and boat ramp!

HOW CLOSE?
35 min to Myrtle Beach, SC
45 min to Wilmington
10 min to Shallotte
2 min to Sunset Beach
2 hrs 30mins from Raleigh, NC
3 hrs 30mins from Charlotte, NC

The home is really painless to find, and you have parking for up to 3 cars in the driveway, which is relatively tight.

To make the best of your stay and the most pleasant experience for all of us, please review our basic home rules prior to booking. Thank you!

Yes, we advertise that this home "Sleeps 6," and it definitely can and does. 3 Full Beds. However, please keep in mind that the home is about 616 square feet total. If 6 entirely grown adults showed up for a week with 8 completely grown suitcases, then it will definitely be a little cramped. The ideal amount of humans for this size space is probably 4, but it will fit 6, especially if some of those people are not fully grown adults.

After booking, we will send you a Red Carpet Rental Agreement to sign to complete your reservation. It's a no-nonsense Agreement that protects the guest, host, and the property, and is allowed within the policies and guidelines of all travel booking platforms. The Agreement will come to you as a link, and we require all guests to sign it to rent any of our properties, no matter where the reservation came from. You will have to upload a copy of your government-issued ID to complete your reservation. This property requires a $300.00 SECURITY DEPOSIT. It will be collected as a credit card hold separately by the property prior to your arrival or at check-in.

Pet costs are $75 per dog, and if your OTA does not support multiple pet costs, we will collect it separately before check-in. NO PUPPIES, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Huskies, Malamutes, and more breeds- PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL LIST OF RESTRICTED BREEDS BEFORE BOOKING.

**SECURITY CAMERAS DISCLOSURE: For your safety and security, this property—and all properties offered by Red Carpet Furnished Homes—use exterior cameras to monitor outdoor areas, including yards, parking, and entrances. These cameras must remain on at all times and should not be adjusted or deactivated.**

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Cherry Grove Pier and Rees Jones Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve and Heritage Shores Nature Preserve. Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina are also worth visiting. With kayaking, parasailing, and motor boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Pets subject to approval. MAXIMUM 2 PETS ALLOWED.

Tips and Tricks to get the very best Southport rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Southport area. Reserve your Southport vacation home in the Spring or Fall to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental 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 offers and deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Make a plan and choose the bestrental:

• Start by selecting the best vacation week and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. OIBee Hive - Cute 1970s Beach Cottage 2mi to Beach has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport rentals search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before you reserve the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's an individual Southport destination you are enamored with, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of problems.
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• During check-in, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your life at home. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to drive more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.