Oceanfront Comfort for the Whole Family – 5BR Home w\/ Elevator & Views - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to *The Skipper*—a roomy oceanfront getaway at 304 East First Street in Ocean Isle Beach. This five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom home is designed for comfort, convenience, and gorgeous coastal vistas. On the ground level, you'll find two bedrooms: one oceanfront room with a queen and a double bed, and one street-side room with two twin beds. Both include flat-screen TVs and share a huge full bathroom with a shower.

Upstairs on the main level, there are three more bedrooms—two with queen beds and one with two twins—each equipped with flat-screen TVs. The main level also includes three full bathrooms and a convenient half bath off the living area.

The home features an elevator that connects the ground level to the main floor, making access painless for all guests. Inside, the sizable open-concept living and dining space offers sweeping ocean vistas, a entirely equipped kitchen, a dining table that seats ten, and additional seating at the kitchen bar and game table. The living area includes a enormous TV and DVD player, ideal for family movie nights.

Step outside to the oceanfront porch, where you can relax in the rocking chairs or lounge in the chaises while appreciating the ocean breeze.

Conveniences include central heating and air, a washer and dryer, dishwasher, microwave, blender, iron and ironing board, DVD players, ceiling fans, and secured Wi-Fi. There is also an enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water for rinsing off after the beach.

The Skipper is handicap accessible via the elevator, though please note the bathroom doorways on the main level are 24" wide, and the ground-level bathroom doorway is 28" wide.

Please be aware there is no external outlet available for golf carts. Pillows and bedspreads are included, but guests should bring their own sheets, towels, paper products, and soaps.

This home is stringently non-smoking, and family pets are not allowed.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is by the ocean. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the best vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summertime is high season in Ocean Isle Beach. To find the best value, try changing your vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites usually offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides which often include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by choosing your trip dates and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family requires. Oceanfront Comfort for the Whole Family – 5BR Home w\/ Elevator & Views has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available online. Otherwise, email the property management company before booking the home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what is suitable for your group.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC beach you simply love, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, hosts charge additional pet fees.

Additional considerations:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon your arrival. Make contact with the rental manager right away to record any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all personal items. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a terrific stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.