Great for Family and Rest! Newly updated 4BR Canal House, Short Walk to Beach! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

SUNDAY check-ins for easier summer access! The Jean Jean is a 4 BDR, 2 bath bungalow named after original owners Jean and EL Sears. This bungalow is centrally located and within walking distance to experience all the amenities that OIB has to offer! MAIN LIVING SPACE: This beach home is a handsomely refreshed waterfront home on a natural deep water canal (yes, bring your boat!). Open concept dining and living room creates a space that guests can be together. The main room was specifically designed to provide opportunities for conversation around the huge dining table, play games or work puzzles around a game table, and adjacent is a ideal area to read a good book. The living room has handsome, high-end furnishings with ample seating and a 65” Intelligent TV with cable! The kitchen is it’s own separate space and has a cozy coastal feel. It is entirely outfitted, has new stainless steel appliances, and has ample counter space. The home has 4 comfortable bedrooms– 1 bedroom has a KING and two bedrooms have QUEEN beds. The fourth bedroom is great for kids or adults with one double bed, bunked with a twin on top plus a 32" Intelligent TV for gaming! Get a great nighttime’s rest as all beds are outfitted with new luxury beds. Two bedrooms have waterfront vistas and private doors onto the enormous canal-side deck. There are two bathrooms– one on each side of the bungalow adjoining two bedrooms. One bathroom has a bathtub/shower and handsome single vanity with ample counter space, and the second freshly updated bathroom has a stand up shower and double vanity. OUTDOOR LIVING: The Jean Jean has a sizable deck on the canal side with rocking chairs, lounge chairs and dining table that is the ideal setting for appreciating your morning coffee, huge enough for entertaining, ideal for sunbathing in the afternoon sun, and calming watching the nighttime sky. After a day of fun in the sun, relax under the home enjoying a great breeze while relaxing in the hammock or swing, grilling out on the gas grille and/or playing cornhole. This bungalow is great for fishermen, boaters or those who appreciate water sports. Bring your boat or rent a jet ski and dock it at The Jean Jean’s floating dock or use the kayak included in your rental. Swim or float in the canal during high tide, or fish off the dock. A crab pot is supplied. Guests have access to new washer and dryer in the utility room on the ground level. There is an outdoor enclosed shower to rinse sand and saltwater off at the end of a fun day at the beach. Beach chairs, Beach wagon and sand toys are available for use. OTHER FUN AT OCEAN ISLE BEACH : Ocean Isle Beach is the best beach in North Carolina! A quaint family-aligned beach with plenty of activities for a week of fun for all. The Jean Jean is a short 8 min. walk to the beach access at the Ocean Isle Community Center. Walk 3 blocks to the town center to savor local eateries, Coastal Carolina Museum, splash pad, coffee shop, ice cream, OIB park, catch some live music or play mini golf. Ocean Isle Beach hosts weekly complimentary community events for visitors including, but not limited to, a weekly artisan market, community scavenger hunt for kids, family movie nighttime, Turtle Talks, and a very trendy Friday Nighttime Concert. Want an excursion to discover beyond Ocean Isle Beach? We suggest taking a short drive to check out Calabash for seafood, Myrtle Beach for amusements and shopping, and Wilmington for unique experiences (discover a battleship, movie tours, Wrightsville Beach), and shopping! OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: The dock and canal are meant to be adored responsibly. Please note that there are inherent dangers associated with water, including drowning. Please be safe and wear a personal floatation device around the water and monitor kids and those that are not strong swimmers.

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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the perfect Ocean Isle Beach rental home experience:

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

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Winter holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the best rental for your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities.
• Some owners offer discounts for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines have discounts for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to select the perfect rental home:

• Begin by selecting your trip dates and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Great for Family and Rest! Newly updated 4BR Canal House, Short Walk to Beach! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, contact the property management company before booking your home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is right for your group.
• If your group is bringing pets, filter your search for a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC destination you simply love, browse homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More considerations for your visit:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your trip.
• To make sure no damages are linked to your stay, make a record of any problem areas upon your arrival. Get in touch with the property 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 helpful.
• Be respectful. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Upon check-out, complete a final walk-through to confirm you didn't forget any personal items. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to drive future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.