Great for Family and Rest! Newly updated 4BR Canal House, Short Walk to Beach! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

SUNDAY check-ins for easier summer access! The Jean Jean is a 4 BDR, 2 bath bungalow named after original owners Jean and EL Sears. This bungalow is centrally located and within walking distance to experience all the amenities that OIB has to offer! MAIN LIVING SPACE: This beach home is a gorgeously refreshed waterfront home on a natural deep water canal (yes, bring your boat!). Open concept dining and living room creates a space that guests can be together. The main room was specifically designed to provide opportunities for conversation around the huge dining table, play games or work puzzles around a game table, and adjacent is a ideal area to read a good book. The living room has gorgeous, high-end furnishings with ample seating and a 65” Intelligent TV with cable! The kitchen is it’s own separate space and has a cozy coastal feel. It is completely outfitted, has new stainless steel appliances, and has ample counter space. The home has 4 comfortable bedrooms– 1 bedroom has a KING and two bedrooms have QUEEN beds. The fourth bedroom is great for kids or adults with one double bed, bunked with a twin on top plus a 32" Intelligent TV for gaming! Get a great nighttime’s rest as all beds are outfitted with new luxury beds. Two bedrooms have waterfront vistas and private doors onto the sizable canal-side deck. There are two bathrooms– one on each side of the bungalow adjoining two bedrooms. One bathroom has a bathtub/shower and pretty single vanity with ample counter space, and the second freshly updated bathroom has a stand up shower and double vanity. OUTDOOR LIVING: The Jean Jean has a enormous deck on the canal side with rocking chairs, lounge chairs and dining table that is the ideal setting for appreciating your morning coffee, huge enough for entertaining, ideal for sunbathing in the afternoon sun, and calming watching the nighttime sky. After a day of fun in the sun, relax under the home enjoying a great breeze while relaxing in the hammock or swing, grilling out on the gas grille and/or playing cornhole. This bungalow is great for fishermen, boaters or those who adore water sports. Bring your boat or rent a jet ski and dock it at The Jean Jean’s floating dock or use the kayak supplied in your rental. Swim or float in the canal during high tide, or fish off the dock. A crab pot is included. Guests have access to new washer and dryer in the utility room on the ground level plus a drink refrigerator. There is an outdoor enclosed shower to rinse sand and saltwater off at the end of a fun day at the beach. Beach chairs, Beach wagon and sand toys are available for use. OTHER FUN AT OCEAN ISLE BEACH : Ocean Isle Beach is the best beach in North Carolina! A quaint family-aligned beach with plenty of activities for a week of fun for all. The Jean Jean is a short 8 min. walk to the beach access at the Ocean Isle Community Center. Walk 3 blocks to the town center to savor local eateries, Coastal Carolina Museum, splash pad, coffee shop, ice cream, OIB park, catch some live music or play mini golf. Ocean Isle Beach hosts weekly complimentary community events for visitors including, but not limited to, a weekly artisan market, community scavenger hunt for kids, family movie nighttime, Turtle Talks, and a very fashionable Friday Nighttime Concert. Want an excursion to discover beyond Ocean Isle Beach? We suggest taking a short drive to check out Calabash for seafood, Myrtle Beach for amusements and shopping, and Wilmington for unique experiences (discover a battleship, movie tours, Wrightsville Beach), and shopping! OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: The dock and canal are meant to be adored responsibly. Please note that there are inherent dangers associated with water, including drowning. Please be safe and wear a personal floatation device around the water and monitor kids and those that are not strong swimmers.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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. 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

Strategies to get the best Wrightsville Beach vacation home experience:

When to visit Ocean Isle Beach & When to reserve a Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer is the most expensive season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Booking your Wrightsville Beach vacation rental in the Spring or Fall is a great way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitors guides that include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting and booking yourrental home:

• Choose your vacation dates and budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Great for Family and Rest! Newly updated 4BR Canal House, Short Walk to Beach! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property owner before you reserve the rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or applied to your contract.
• Is your group looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.

During your stay:

• Add the owner's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• At Check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently 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?
• Re-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a wonderful stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.