Livin` the Dream at Ocean Isle Beach, custom home with Private heated pool and great views - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 19
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Newer build and professionally decorated, Livin' the Dream has it all and then some! Located on the east end of Ocean Isle Beach at cross street with pubic beach access. This home has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, sleeps up to 19 and is equipped with a striking private heated pool!

Livin' the Dream has a reverse floor plan: up the stairs to the top floor you will find a alluring open living space with handsome exposed beams, 3 opulent chandeliers, and floor to ceiling windows surrounding three sides to let in an abundance of ocean vistas with natural light. This living space consists of the kitchen, dining and living rooms. The sleek and modern kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a gas stove, a Keurig, and the microwave and dishwasher found in the sizable kitchen island. The dining room table seats 8 with an additional 8 stools to sit around the kitchen island. The living room has a enormous plush sectional couch and chairs to comfortably gather the whole family around the massive flat-screen Intelligent TV. Also on the top floor, you will find a bedroom with a King size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower, a second bedroom with a Queen size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower-tub combo, the laundry room right off the kitchen and a powder room accessible from the living area.

Walk down the stairs to the lower level where you will find three more bedrooms. The third bedroom has a King size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and a gorgeous granite tiled walk-in shower. Bedroom 4 has 2 bunk beds- one a Double-over-Double with a Twin trundle bed that pulls out, and the other a Twin-over-Twin. Bedroom 5 also has two bunk beds- both Twin-over-Twin and both with a Twin trundle bed that pulls out. Bedroom 4 and 5 share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with a double vanity and a shower-tub combo. Also on this floor you will find a second sitting area equipped with a couch that faces a flat-screen Intelligent TV. All five bedrooms have flat-screen Intelligent TV's as well.

Take in the salt air and sun on one of the four porches - 2 per floor, located on both the front and rear of the property- with plenty of porch furnishings. Or if you don't want to relax on the porch, kick back pool-side on one of the multiple loungers around the pristine heated pool. Outside you will also find an outdoor shower, a gas grille and a storage closet with an abundance of beach and pool toys: beach chairs, body boards, beach cart, paddle ball, corn hole boards and bean bags, just to name a few.

Book your stay at Livin' the Dream today and experience a really extravagant vacation in Ocean Isle Beach, NC!

PLEASE READ RULES / NOTES PRIOR TO BOOKING:

You must be at least 28 years old to book and if your group is not related, the average age of all adults (not including kids) must not be under 30 years old.

NO home events, prom events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, or any other events of any kind

NO Animals — if you bring an unauthorized pet you will be asked to leave immediately and no refund will be given.

NO Smoking inside or on/around the premise

NO fire pits or deep fryers allowed on premise

Please note the fireplace is decorative only (if applicable)

Please be aware that there are exterior security cameras located on the premises directed towards the 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*

​​​​​​​Pool and/or Spa is private and unattended, so swim at your own risk. All kids must be supervised in the water at all time by an adult. No food, drinks, alcohol, glass, etc are allowed in or around the pool. Pools are serviced weekly. Please keep in mind that due to tropical nature of the island, it is not unusual to find unexpected debris and sand in the pool.

The pool is open year round. The heater typically keeps the pool water between 80-84 degrees April 1 - Oct 31 depending on outside air temperatures and weather. There is no additional cost to heat the pool, but we can not guarantee the pool water temperatures due to the dependency of the weather and air temperatures. Please keep in mind that the heater only runs when the pump runs and typically the pump does not run at nighttime due to timers.
*Please note, pools will NOT be heated November 1 - March 31, NO EXCEPTIONS*

For this home 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. 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
Dishwasher Detergent
Beach Towels

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. 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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips for getting the perfect Ocean Isle Beach vacation rental experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Book your vacation in Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your family.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Southport 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 articles, travel guide magazines have discounts for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Filter your search:

• Select a group lead, select your trip dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Livin` the Dream at Ocean Isle Beach, custom home with Private heated pool and great views has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available online. If they are not listed, email or call the host before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what configuration is suitable for your trip.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction or event? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Tips for your stay:

• Add the owner's contact information to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents many problems.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your family's stay, make note of any problem areas upon your arrival. text the property manager immediately to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at departure. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. 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 remedy it.