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 handsome private heated pool!

Livin' the Dream has a reverse floor plan: up the stairs to the top floor you will find a charming open living space with striking exposed beams, 3 extravagant 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 huge kitchen island. The dining room table seats 8 with an additional 8 stools to sit around the kitchen island. The living room has a sizable 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 opulent 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 Family 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

Vacation rental home tips:

Cost saving strategies:

• To find the most suitable rental within budget, we suggest reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Wrightsville Beach restaurants, tours, and activities.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guide magazines that include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and choose the bestvacation home:

• Select a group lead, select your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Livin` the Dream at Ocean Isle Beach, custom home with Private heated pool and great views has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. If not, email the property manager before you book the property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what is right for your vacation.
• Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Some rentals allow pets, but some don't. Acceptable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask your host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Some things to know before you go:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Upon check-in, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are out, just like you would back home.
• At departure, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out 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.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.