Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Makin’ Memories…formerly Drift Away…is the ideal beach home for you! Located at 337 East First Street, this second-row home has everything needed for the ultimate beach vacation on Ocean Isle Beach. Makin’ Memories can comfortably accommodate fourteen; whether with a multi-family group or a multi-generational family. It’s also great for fellowship, retreats and corporate events. The best prices are in the Spring and Fall. Long term units are welcome.
Makin’ Memories…is a charmingly re-decorated five-bedroom, five-bathroom beach home with an enclosed heated pool with a hot and cold-water shower adjacent to the pool, a gas grille, a completely equipped gourmet kitchen with a granite bar that seats six, a dining area with table that seats eight, a utility room with new washer and dryer and a great room’s all new furnishings, a flat screen TV and spectacular ocean vistas. The 5G WIFI is fast and painless.
Makin’ Memories…has three bedrooms on the upper level. The primary suite has a king-sized bed, an additional bedroom has two queen sized beds and a cheerful bunk room that can accommodate four kids or teenagers in bunk beds as well as a chest full of games and puzzles. On the main level are two more bed rooms with queen sized beds. Each bedroom room has a private bath and flat screen TV.
Makin’ Memories…is a beach home with outstanding ocean vistas from the dining area and great room, the primary suite and the two ocean fronting decks. These ocean facing decks have very comfortable furnishings for resting plus a table for eight to savor breakfast or lunch on the main deck and a drink table for four to appreciate drinks on the upper deck.
Makin’ Memories…is charmingly located for activities. Golf: some of the best courses in the country are within 10 mins. and 30 mins. south at Myrtle Beach are another 75 courses. Fishing: impressive catches are to be caught off shore, in the Inter-Coastal Waterway and in the surf. Appreciate running, walking, cycling and boating. The home is conveniently located between two public beach accesses to the replenished sand which is ideal for shelling, sunbathing, building sand castles, and playing bocce ball. Minutes away is an ice-cream parlor, putt-putt golf course, eateries, specialty stores grocery stores...and there is a ChargePoint EV charging station five mins. away at 41 E. First Street. Plus, there are multiple urgent care options mins. away in case you have pulled, stretched, torn, sprained or stubbed something.
Makin’ Memories…is ideal for warm ocean breezes, spectacular sunrises and breath-taking sunsets with kids, grandchildren, extended family or colleagues. Great memories are made each year at Makin’ Memories.
Makin’ Memories…is pet complimentary and smoke complimentary. Military discount is available. Linens are not supplied. Cleaning and pool heating charges apply.
Keywords: Ocean, Isle, beach, NC, private, pool, 2d row, vacation, beach view, golf, military

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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your vacation property six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring is an excellent way to save on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides which often include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Begin by choosing your trip dates and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration you need. Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property manager before you book your rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the host about your furry family members before booking.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction or event? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Have a great stay:

• Get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your family's stay, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. E-mail the rental manager right away to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on great ratings to compel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.