BURDEN'S END in OIB - 3 minutes to sand! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2100 square feet

Life is too short to be structured all the time, so come visit Burden’s End for a week, a month, or just a long weekend. Being so close to the beach (under 3 mins. to sand!) is priceless!!

Some of our specialties:
• Stand-alone home, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a half bath, and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water. See the floor plans in the pics to decide which room has YOUR name on it!
• Beds are made with 1500 thread count sheets and towels are out for everybody. You drive up, unload, and start appreciating your guests, Burden’s End is ready for you all
• Outdoor shower is not just for rinsing off the sand. Hot and cold water expands your showers to 4. Nothing better than to feel the breeze around your ankles while showering outside.
• Both a coffee pot and a 1 cup Keurig coffee maker for the few and the many. Bring your favorite brew
• Blender extraordinaire for those beach drinks you have been dreaming about
• Super well outfitted kitchen with pots and pans from the humongous shrimp boil pot to the boiling eggs size and everything in between, leave yours at home
• Casserole baking dishes, silverware, plates, and glasses for all. And a dishwasher that runs like a appeal so you don’t have to worry!
• Flat electric griddle for those special dinners, in addition to the stove and microwave
• Full refrigerator and freezer in the kitchen and a modest undercounter refrigerator upstairs in the wet-bar to keep the drinks cold and ready
• TVs in every bedroom and great room (5 in all) to satisfy the tastes of all your guests
• Side table in the living room for puzzles that keep you part of the crowd but removed for puzzling
• Gates are installed at the top of the first-floor porch steps to keep all where they should be; also, at the top of the second-floor stairs, as well. There is a gate to set up at the foot of the inside stairs to keep little explorers where you can see them
• Tide Clock by the front door to alert you to the best times for beach combing (falling tide) and for sand castle building; but really any time is the best time for the beach
• 2 adult cruiser bicycles, body boards, beach chairs, beach toys for digging and sand castle making, beach pull-cart to get everything to and from the beach along with a charcoal grille in the shed
• Cozy gathering spots on the upper back porch (overlooking the ocean), the upper front porch (overlooking the Intercoastal Waterway and Marsh), on the first-floor back porch for lunches and breakfasts, the first-floor front porch to watch the world go by and the hammock and outdoor gathering spot on the ground floor under the home for more intimate chats and reminiscing.

Take a look at our amenities and reviews and ask any questions. If our schedule does not seem to fit yours, then ask. It never hurts to ask. Once you choose Burden's End, you will not be disappointed.

About the Area

Ocean Isle Beach is home to this vacation home. 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. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Wilmington, NC rental booking tips:

Money saving strategies:

• To find the best value, try changing your family's Wilmington, NC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property management companies sometimes offer special rates for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites frequently offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines contain deals for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Filter your rental search:

• Select a group lead, select your trip dates, and select a budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. BURDEN'S END in OIB - 3 minutes to sand! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property owner before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC beach you are crazy about, browse homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or may be applied to your invoice.

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• To make sure no damages are linked to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the property manager immediately to relay any damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected everything. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.