Amazing Lux Home for Family Vacations\/Weddings\/Golf Trips\/ Corporate Groups - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 28
• 9 Bedrooms
• 8 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 4500 square feet

www.oibhappyhours.com

**300K in upgrades in 2022**

***HEATED POOL PROVIDED IN WEEKLY RENTALS FROM NOVEMBER - MARCH WHEN BOOKED AT FULL PRICES****

Happy Hours is definitely not your typical beach home - rare and hard to find humongous, 8 BR + Kids Nook, 7.5-bath home on canal. Over 4500 sq ft. Of spectacular and unbelievable vistas of ocean, canal, and waterway!! Conveniently located in the heart of the ocean isle beach - just steps away from the pier, coastal museum, ice cream shop, miniature golf, stores, and eateries....And just a short 1-2 min. walk to the beach!!!

This beach home has everything! It is specially designed for additional huge multi-family gatherings - ideal for family get-togethers, weddings, the super bowl, holidays, corporate or golf trips!

Interior features
The home features three living rooms, a giant gourmet kitchen with upgraded stainless appliances, cavernous granite counter tops, two island breakfast bars, two fridges, two dishwashers, two sinks, and enormous dining area w/table that seats twelve. The kitchen is very well-equipped with plenty of work areas for multiple 'chefs' to create delicious family meals.

The home also has an elevator, game room with pool table, poker table, and foosball table. Wireless fiber internet access is supplied. Other items include

Wet bar
12 T.V.s (newly replaced intelligent TVs in 2019)
Fireplace
Custom SONOS sound system inside and out

The home is bespoke furnished and decorated in playful island colors and themes. Walking through the home, you are really transported to a tropical heaven! The living and common areas are bright, roomy, and elegantly but comfortably appointed and furnished with plenty of seating for everybody. Each of the eight bedrooms has a unique feel and there's even a special room for kids dubbed 'the pirate's cove' with constructed-in bunk beds and bespoke play area.

Exterior features
A private bespoke HEATED pool and private shower with hot water. The pool is lined with plenty of lounge chairs to bask in the sun. Sit in one of the many rockers to relax and watch the ships go by from one of the many spacious decks all around the home! There is even a top level cupola or look-out to take advantage of the spectacular water vistas. Barbecue and grilling area, private playground with swings and sandbox.

And to top it all off, there is a private additional sizable floating dock with sink. Bring your own boat- (or rent one) and pull it right up to the backyard!

Kayaks are included at no charge for guest's use.

From past experience, we have learned that by stocking and equipping our home above and beyond visitors' expectations, we ensure calming, comfortable, and memorable vacations. This home is definitely a crowd pleaser- so book your week soon! Thank you for considering our home for your vacation!

Linens configuration:
1 king and 1 twin
1 king and 1 single sleeper
1 king
1 king
1 queen
2 queens + 2 doubles
1 queen + 1 double
1 double/twin bunk / 1 twin/twin bunk
Kids Nook has 3 kids constructed-in beds

****Also 1 queen sleeper couch, 1 single sleeper, located in poker and pool table rooms

All bedrooms have private bath except for 1 pair sharing hall bath.

This property has outdoor cameras showing the points of entry to the home. There are 3 ring cameras and a Ring doorbell and they are used only for security. A request can be made to inactivate during your stay. Please confirm at Check-In that the inactivation has occurred.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Rees Jones Golf Course and Leopard's Chase Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve and Ocean Isle Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Must be pre-approved. Summer = service pets only

Strategies to get the perfect Ocean Isle Beach rental home experience:

Getting the most from your budget:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the most suitable rental home within your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• To start, have your family select vacation dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Amazing Lux Home for Family Vacations\/Weddings\/Golf Trips\/ Corporate Groups has 9 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before reserving your home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges may be applied to your contract.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

Have a great stay:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your . We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Upon arrival, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peaceful home. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a fantastic stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to address 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 feedback.