Second Row Beach House- \"Wishing Whale” Ocean views! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2550 square feet

WISHING WHALE - 197 East First Street - This second row home features five bedrooms and five and a half baths on two levels, and it's conveniently constructed on a reverse floor plan for max. ocean vistas from the main living area upstairs with all NEW LIVING ROOM FURNITURE (April 2023)! On the first floor, one bedroom has a king bed and TV, one has a queen and TV, one has two full size beds, and the fourth has two sets of bunk beds. This level also has a sitting room with a queen sleeper couch and TV with a DVD player. Upstairs, there's the kitchen, dining room and main living room, along with the master bedroom with a king bed and TV. The dining room table seats ten, and there are six stools at the bar for additional seating.
Conveniences include an NEW (May 2021), ELEVATOR, a private HEATED pool, gas grille, enclosed hot and cold outside shower, BRAND NEW (Apr 2022) central heat and air, NEW (Oct 2022) washer and dryer and dishwasher! Microwave oven, iron/ironing board, ceiling fans, a new 55" 4K HD TV in living room, Blu-ray player, and the fastest Wi-Fi available. The gourmet kitchen has top of the line stainless steel appliances, convection oven, and granite countertops and a impressive NEW backsplash (Sep 2022). (Please bear with us while we get new photos...nearly every room is much better than our old photos indicate.)
All beds are Serta Ideal Sleeper Euro-top beds with GoreTex (hypoallergenic) bed covers. The two covered NEW (May 2021) TREX DECKS on the street side deck invite you to sit and savor the ocean vistas. This home is located nearly directly across from the Leland Street beach access. Arrive early and appreciate the beach! There is plenty of public parking at the beach access point or across the street.
This home has keyless entry.
A three-nighttime minimum stay is required.
We do our best to have the home ready earlier than scheduled checkin an be flexible if you need more time checkout day. Just send us a note.
This property has pillows and bedspreads. Pool heat is an additional $75/day, possibly less closer to summer.
Sheets, bath and kitchen towels, are available for an additional $235 but can be less for a smaller event. Feel complimentary to follow beach home tradition and bring your own sheets from home (or rent on your own). Paper and soap products should be available but are not guaranteed. RENTAL IS NON-SMOKING AND NO FAMILY PETS ARE ACCEPTED.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Ocean Isle Beach vacation property experience:

When to book a Southport rental & When to go:

• Summer is the most expensive season in coastal NC. Reserve your Southport vacation home in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Southport area, The sooner you can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Some owners offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides have money saving offers on local accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Second Row Beach House- \"Wishing Whale” Ocean views! has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is often accessible on booking pages. If not, contact the property management company before you reserve the home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If there's an individual Southport destination you are crazy about, search for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property manager about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your visit, make note of any problem areas during arrival. Speak to the rental manager right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take photos of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a excellent time? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.