OIB Lovin’ Life - Steps From The Beach - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 17
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2232 square feet

OIB Lovin’ Life – Catch rays from the handsome open deck upstairs or savor shady, calming days on the ocean-facing covered deck. Our home is steps from the beach. Picture your days going from our outdoor pool to the ocean and back again. Our home is on the beautiful west end of the island. The main floor offers a cavernous open living room and kitchen floor plan ideal for family to gather. Dine together comfortably at our dining room table which seats ten and wide kitchen bar which seats six.

Five bedrooms and five full bathrooms can accommodate your family members. Two bedrooms (each with two beds) are on the main floor as well as two bathrooms. Ideal for family/friends to have privacy. The upstairs has three bedrooms (king in one, two doubles in the other two). All linens and towels are supplied for your convenience. Each bedroom has a intelligent TV with Roku.

Conveniences include a private pool, enclosed hot and cold outside shower, central heat and air, washer and dryer, dishwasher, microwave oven, blender, iron/ironing board, all cookware, high chair, two booster seats, porta-crib, DVD player, ceiling fans, and secure Wi-Fi. The newly refreshed kitchen has all stainless steel appliances.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. 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.
Traveling with kids? Consider Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best Ocean Isle Beach rental home experience:

Money saving strategies:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. Reserve your Wilmington, NC rental home in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers usually offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which often include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the best vacation home in Ocean Isle Beach:

• Start by selecting vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. OIB Lovin’ Life - Steps From The Beach has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking pages. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before booking the vacation home. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC attraction you love, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• During arrival, document any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peace. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to propel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation rental. 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 quickly to solve it.