Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9 - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1800 square feet

20 Channel Drive, Island Park ~ The Shell Shack! Ideal family vacation spot just a short walk (less than 1/4 mile) from the beach and one block from the biggest community pool!
Sleeps 9 - 1 King, 3 Queen beds , 1 twin trundle.
65 inch intelligent TV in FR with YouTube TV account supplied. All bedrroms have tv's with streaming capability.
Totally supplied kitchen with all new appliances in 2023. LG oven with convection and air fry mode, blender, mixer, Keurig dual with carafe.
Hand towels included - please wash and return upon departure.
Washer/Dryer, Iron
Gas Grille
Generous back deck overlooks serene fountain on Lagoon frontage, and also provides afternoon shade for amazing peaceful dinners.
Unwind in the hammock or adirondack chairs underneath the home.
Beach chairs and beach wagon supplied. 2 kayaks available for use!
Two community pools, community docks for fishing, crabbing, kayaking and more.
Outdoor shower, outdoor dining, gas grille.
Bring your own linens (sheets * bath towels) or we can provide contact info for linen rental service.
Paper products - one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and roll of paper towels in the kitchen is included.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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.
Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking, and parasailing 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

Pets not allowed

Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

When to visit Ocean Isle Beach & When to reserve a rental home:

• To find the best value, consider shifting your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9 has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. Otherwise, call the property management company before reserving the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• If your family is vacationing with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Request information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

More considerations:

• We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Upon arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents lots of problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your quiet neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a terrific time? Most rental websites make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.