Please note - the cleaning fee Memorial Day to Labor Day (peak season), includes bed linens and bath towels as well as bed making. Rental of towels and linens are available outside of this time period for an additional fee and are not supplied in the cleaning fee.
**Recently installed UV light filters in air handlers that kill airborne pathogens and bacteria.
Located on one of the first canals after you cross the bridge, this 5 bedroom, 5 full and 2 half bathroom home is the ideal location! Just 2 blocks from the public beach access, Fishful Thinking also offers a boat dock, ocean vistas, canal access, paddle board and kayaks, a entirely supplied kitchen, wet bar, and much more. This striking home is within short walking distance to eateries, bars, stores, pier, putt putt, arcade, playground, the town museum, and more! The Ocean Isle community center, which has a public beach access with showers and bathrooms, is just a 3 min. walk away. During the summer months, this community center also offers a variety of kids's programs.
With 5 bedrooms, Fishful Thinking sleeps up to 18 people and each bedroom has its own private full bathroom! The first floor has a master bedroom suite with a king size bed and private bath, as well as a second bedroom which features two 2 queen beds and a private bath.
There's an additional master suite located on the second floor, also with a king size bed and private bath. The two other bedrooms, located on the second floor, have a queen and a full bed with private bath, as well as a bunk room with 2 sets of twin over full bunk beds with a private bath – ideal for kids! Each bedroom has its own TV with cable, Roku, Netflix, Hulu and other TV apps to appreciate. For families with infants, we also provide a pack n' play and highchair. This home is ideal for a multi-family vacation, with plenty of space for everybody!
The first floor open concept accepts renters to savor handsome canal vistas from the roomy living room, kitchen, and dining room. Savor meals outside on the lower deck or in the dining room which features a huge table with seating for 12, as well as 4 additional seats at the bar. The TV in the living room is equipped with cable, Roku, Netflix, Hulu and other TV apps. Also located on the first floor is a pantry, coffee bar, wet bar and half bath.
Appreciate both canal and ocean vistas from the upper deck, adorned with lounge chairs and rocking chairs! The upper deck can also be accessed through the upstairs master suite. The second floor has an additional half bath, as well as a laundry room.
Feel complimentary to bring your own boat and dock it right outside! This dock can probably accommodate up to a 25 foot boat. Please be aware that at low tide the canal is typically only about 2 feet deep. If you don't have a boat, don't worry, there are 2 kayaks, a paddle board, and floats available for canal use. Fishful Thinking is everything you would want for the ultimate beach vacation, book today!
We allow dogs, up to 2 dogs under 65 lbs each for an additional fee. We ask that guests use the infant gate to keep dogs in the downstairs area where the living room, kitchen and 2 bedrooms are located. We also ask that you keep the dogs crated or closed in a bedroom when they are left alone. Thank you for your cooperation!
Kitchen amenities include a drip and Keurig coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, blender, crockpot, and mixer.
$200 fee for one dog, and $300 for 2 dogs.
In the peak season (Memorial Day- Labor Day), we provide all bed linens, 1 set of towels per person (1 set includes 1 body towel, 1 hand towel, and 1 wash cloth), and a kitchen towel. In the off-season, linens and towels are an optional fee at the time of booking. We provide a basic starter pack of essentials for your first day including a roll of toilet paper in each restroom, hand soap, a roll of paper towels, and a trash can liner. (Last min. bookings: We need at least 24hr notice in order to provide linens)
While we do provide some items to get you started, here is a list of a few other things we want to remind you to bring:
* Bath Soaps/Shampoo/Conditioner
* Toothpaste
* Condiments/Seasonings
* Paper Towels
* Suntan Lotion/Sunblock
* Clothes Hangers
* Garbage Bags
* Laundry Detergent
* Dishwashing Detergent
* Beach Towels
You must be at least 28 years old to book and if your group is not related, no one can be under the age of 28 years old.
If your group is unrelated, the average age must not be less than 28 years old
No events, home events, weddings, receptions, etc..
NO Smoking in or on-premise
**Please be aware that there is an exterior security camera located on the premises directed towards parking area and/or entrances for added security and tranquility of mind.**
*Please note the 5% processing fee of the total reservation amount is non-returnable after booking*
**The dock and canal are meant to be adored responsibly. Please note there are inherent dangers associated with water including drowning. Please be safe and wear a personal flotation device around the water and monitor kids and those are not strong swimmers.**
* Please note the fireplace is decorative and is not operational *
About the Area
Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve and Ocean Isle Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Planet Fun and Tribal Island are also worth visiting.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Pet Policy
