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
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to *The Skipper*—a cavernous 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 striking 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 simple for all guests. Inside, the enormous 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 sizable 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 supplied, 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

Our top Ocean Isle Beach vacation rental booking tips:

Sticking to a rental home budget:

• June, July, and August are high season in Ocean Isle Beach. Booking a rental in Fall or Spring is an excellent way to save money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• The earlier you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Some hosts offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides have deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Planning and choosing the right Southport rental:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your dates, and choose a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Oceanfront Comfort for the Whole Family – 5BR Home w/ Elevator & Views has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. If they are not listed, contact the host before reserving the rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's a certain Southport attraction you are enamored with, browse rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly property. Ask for specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Put the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas during arrival. Contact the property manager immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many problems.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would at home.
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to compel more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.