Second Row Beach House- \"Wishing Whale” Ocean views! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2550 square feet

WISHING WHALE - 197 East First Street - This second row home features five bedrooms and five and a half baths on two levels, and it's conveniently constructed on a reverse floor plan for max. ocean vistas from the main living area upstairs with all NEW LIVING ROOM FURNITURE (April 2023)! On the first floor, one bedroom has a king bed and TV, one has a queen and TV, one has two full size beds, and the fourth has two sets of bunk beds. This level also has a sitting room with a queen sleeper couch and TV with a DVD player. Upstairs, there's the kitchen, dining room and main living room, along with the master bedroom with a king bed and TV. The dining room table seats ten, and there are six stools at the bar for additional seating.
Conveniences include an NEW (May 2021), ELEVATOR, a private HEATED pool, gas grille, enclosed hot and cold outside shower, BRAND NEW (Apr 2022) central heat and air, NEW (Oct 2022) washer and dryer and dishwasher! Microwave oven, iron/ironing board, ceiling fans, a NEW 2024 65" 4K HD TV in living room, Blu-ray player, and the fastest Wi-Fi available. The gourmet kitchen has top of the line stainless steel appliances, convection oven, and granite countertops and a gorgeous NEW backsplash (Sep 2022). (Please bear with us while we get new photos...nearly every room is much better than our old photos indicate.)
All beds are Serta Ideal Sleeper Euro-top beds with GoreTex (hypoallergenic) bed covers. The two covered NEW (May 2021) TREX DECKS on the street side deck invite you to sit and appreciate the ocean vistas. This home is located nearly directly across from the Leland Street beach access. Arrive early and savor the beach! There is plenty of public parking at the beach access point or across the street.
This home has keyless entry.
A three-nighttime minimum stay is required.
We do our best to have the home ready earlier than scheduled checkin an be flexible if you need more time checkout day. Just send us a note.
This property has pillows and bedspreads. Pool heat is an additional $75/day, possibly less closer to summer.
Sheets, bath and kitchen towels, are available for an additional $245 but can be less for a smaller event. Feel complimentary to follow beach home tradition and bring your own sheets from home (or rent on your own). Paper and soap products should be available but are not guaranteed. RENTAL IS NON-SMOKING AND NO FAMILY PETS ARE ACCEPTED.

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.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the optimal vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in coastal NC. Reserve your rental property in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guides have coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Make a plan and choose the rightvacation home:

• Start by choosing your vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Second Row Beach House- \"Wishing Whale” Ocean views! has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach rental home search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is regularly accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the host before booking your home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? 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 your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or applied to your invoice.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Know before you go:

• Get the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during arrival. Contact the property manager right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Many rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or host was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.