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. Ocean Isle Beach and Sage Island reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Planet Fun and Magic Mountain Fun Park 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)

How to find the best Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Reserving a rental home in Spring or Fall is our best tip for saving money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, picking, and booking the right Wilmington, NC rental:

• Select vacation dates and spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom 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.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, email or call the property management company before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You will need to determine what is right for your family.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or could be applied to your invoice.

Additional considerations:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Make a record of any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let crooks ruin your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and look for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.