Family Tides OIB-Sound and Sea Views! A Private pool that can be heated. - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 29
• 7 Bedrooms
• 7 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Do you adore watching sunsets overlooking the canal or the ocean? Look no further, at Family Tides you can savor OIB's handsome sunsets with both vistas from the calming screened in porches off the front and back of the home. This immaculate 7-bedroom, 7-bathroom home is located in the gated, exclusive West End of Ocean Isle Beach. At Family Tides, you have the option of waking up to savor your morning coffee while taking in the vistas from the front or back porch, walking straight to the beach to put your toes in the sand to appreciate the most peaceful, secluded beach, going for a swim in your private pool or fishing off your dock overlooking the Intercostal waterway. The options are really countless! The huge, open downstairs area will be where everybody will want to gather to enjoy time together while inside. You will immediately feel at home at Family Tides. Our home abounds with places to gather, share stories and laugh. But, if you need some "alone time" there is plenty of space inside and out to find your own serenity.

This home is sizable and can accommodate families or groups of friends looking to make memories that will last a lifetime. There are 7 cavernous bedrooms and 7 full bathrooms. On the first floor, there are two bedrooms with 2 queen sized beds and connecting bathrooms. As well as a freshly added bespoke bunk bed room, which contains two double beds for bottom bunk beds and two twin beds for top bunk beds, plus a twin trundle bed. The second floor consists of three bedrooms with 2 queen sized beds, connecting bathrooms and a handsome sitting area, which overlooks the vistas from the canal, right outside the second-floor window. The open Master bedroom is also located on the second floor and has a pretty sitting room ideal for a place to relax, read, or just take in the beauty of the ocean from your back window. The Master bathroom is nice and airy providing plenty of space to get ready. It has a separate watering closet, hottub tub and stand-alone shower. Each bedroom has great closets which accepts guests plenty of space to put their belongings.

The living room, dining area and kitchen feature an open floor concept accepting guests to be able to enjoy each other’s company while cooking a family dinner or playing card games around the table, all while taking in beautiful oceanfront vistas. The kitchen has plenty of countertop space, a enormous pantry, two fridges, and is outfitted with all your essential kitchen needs. The living room provides an adequate amount of seating for huge families to entertain, relax, or have a family movie nighttime during a rain shower. The bottom level also has a full bathroom with a shower, connected to a sizable laundry room which will home all your beach towels, clothes, and more. The laundry room also serves a mudroom that has its own entryway off the back porch letting you drop your wet towels and sandy swimsuits right where they need to be. Don’t worry, you always have the option of heading straight to the outdoor shower to continue appreciating the nice breeze from the ocean too.

Being located on the West End of the island means that you can enjoy your walk out to your beach access without worrying about finding a spot for your family to sit. The solitude and seclusion of this beach will allow you to pick the ideal spot to place your beach chairs and umbrella. Does your family have little ones that can’t hang on the beach for extended periods of time? No worries, a private pool is just what you need to help break up those long beach days. The private pool that can be heated is located just off the walkway to the beach and is completely enclosed by a fence, providing safety and privacy. The pool is large enough for families to swim, jump and play together with ample amount of lounge chairs and seating for sunbathing and overseeing the pool fun. Savor our pool floats and noodles too! Don’t forget, there is always fishing from the dock and taking in the breeze from the Intercostal waterway too! Other amenities include Wi-Fi, office space, covered parking for multiple cars under the home, as well as additional parking spaces in front of the dock overlooking the canal.

Not that you will want to leave this beach home getaway, but if you do, you are just a short distance away from eateries, shopping, grocery stores and more.

We appreciate you considering our home for your beach vacation! We strive to create an environment that is welcoming, clean, and comfortable! The location of this home will not disappoint! It provides the luxury of being on the West End of the island with gorgeous vistas of both the ocean and Intercostal waterway. We hope that you decide to spend your vacation at Family Tides!

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on 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.
Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, parasailing and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to find the best Ocean Isle Beach vacation property experience:

When to go & When to book:

• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Summer is high season in the Cape Fear area area. To find the largest rental home for your budget, we suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies typically offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitors guide magazines that include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to select the perfect vacation rental:

• To start, have your group decide on date ranges and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Family Tides OIB-Sound and Sea Views! A Private pool that can be heated. has 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the property owner before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what configuration is right for your family.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs might be applied to your contract.
• If there's a specific Cape Fear area beach you crave, browse rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Know before you go:

• Add the owner's contact info to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be respectful. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a great vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.