The Cheeky Octopus- Large 5 bedroom on the Canal! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

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

Stunning 5-Bedroom, 5.5-Bath Home with Canal Vistas
This handsome home offers 5 roomy bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms (each have a hair dryer for your convenience), this property is designed to accommodate families and guests in style. The open floor plan flows effortlessly from room to room, featuring beautiful wood floors in the kitchen, dining room, and living areas.
The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an under-counter ice maker—ideal for entertaining. Savor meals at the enormous dining room table, which comfortably fits eight and offers elegant vistas of the canal.
The home is ideal for both relaxation and fun, with an entertainment room featuring a Blu Ray DVD player, a wide variety of Blu Ray DVDs, CDs, books, games, turntable w/ a selection of vinyl records, wine refrigerator, plus a shuffleboard table for hours of enjoyment.
Step outside to your own private getaway, where a vinyl-fenced backyard, lined with lush palm trees, offers both tranquility and privacy. An outdoor shower provides the ideal way to rinse off after a day at the beach, and the floating dock with a bench offers an idyllic spot to savor fishing, crabbing, or watching the sunset over the water.
Ground level:

Floating dock with gate
Enclosed outdoor shower
Vinyl fenced in backyard with gates
2 picnic tables
Cornhole set and multiple beach chairs in storage closet located under the home (available for guest use)
Trex deck
Ample parking for 8 cars
Garage - not available for guest use

Main Level:

Kitchen
Dining Room
Living Room
Laundry Room
Powder Room
Bedroom - King bed, ceiling fan, private full bathroom with double sink with step in shower, French doors leading to deck
Bedroom - King bed, ceiling fan, private full bathroom with shower/tub combo, French doors leading to deck

Upper Level:

Living Area - Entertainment Room with turn table, vinyl records/ wine refrigerator and shuffleboard table
Bedroom - 2 Queen beds, ceiling fan, private full bathroom with tub/shower combo, Flat screen TV
Bedroom - 2 Queen beds, ceiling fan, full bathroom with step in shower, double sinks, walk in closet, Flat screen TV
Bedroom - Queen bed, ceiling fan, full bathroom with tub/shower combo, Flat screen TV

***Disclaimer-- The property is equipped with an exterior ring security camera ****

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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. With motor boating, fishing, and swimming 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

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Wilmington, NC rental home experience:

Finding your perfect rental:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Ocean Isle Beach. To find the best value, shift your family's Wilmington, NC vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property management companies sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and pick the right Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group requires. The Cheeky Octopus- Large 5 bedroom on the Canal! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is often available online. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the host before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what is optimal for your group.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC destination you love, search for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.

Advice for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your smartphone.
• During check-in, note any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many concerns.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to confirm you didn't forget anything. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to propel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.