A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
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Near Ocean Isle Beach
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 18
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Ocean Isle Beach, NC
Ocean Isle Beach
Place, Ocean Isle Beach
2 min walk
Intracoastal Waterway
Place, Intracoastal Waterway
8 min walk
Holden Beach
Place, Holden Beach
36 min drive
North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
43 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
1st Floor Family Room
1 Double Futon
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 1
4 Single Beds
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5 (Bunk Room)
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 6
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator
OCEAN VIEW LUXURY HOME | 5 BEDROOMS | 5.5 BATHS | PRIVATE HEATED POOL | ELEVATOR | STEPS TO THE BEACH
Welcome to Living the Dream, a spacious Ocean Isle Beach vacation home designed for families and groups who want to be close to the beach without giving up space, comfort, or convenience.
Located on 1st Street in the second row, the home is approximately 45 yards from beach access, with ocean and Intracoastal Waterway views, a private pool, elevator, multiple decks, two living areas, and five bedrooms with private bathrooms.
BEGINNING MARCH 1, 2027, every stay includes Vacation OIB Arrival Ready, so your vacation starts the moment you arrive.
VACATION OIB ARRIVAL READY
We want you spending less time packing, making beds, and running to the store after check-in.
Every stay includes our Vacation OIB Arrival Ready experience:
• Fresh bed linens with beds made before arrival • Bath towels and washcloths • Starter shampoo, conditioner, and body wash • Starter paper products and household essentials • Starter Keurig coffee supplies • Professionally cleaned and prepared home • Digital guest guide with QR-code access • Local support during your stay
Arrive, unpack, and head to the beach.
WHY GUESTS CHOOSE LIVING THE DREAM
• 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms • Sleeps up to 17 guests • Approximately 45 yards to beach access • Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway views • Private 26’ x 14’ pool with optional heat • 3-stop elevator • Two large family rooms • More than 1,250 sq. ft. of covered and uncovered decks • Sonos audio inside, on the upper deck, and by the pool • Two full-size refrigerators • Beach chairs, umbrellas, beach cart, and cooler • Family-friendly amenities including Pack ’n Play, high chair, booster seat, baby gates, games, toys, and books • Keyless entry with a unique access code for your stay
BEDROOMS AND SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Living the Dream features a reverse floor plan with five bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms.
• Bedroom 1, second-floor primary: King bed • Bedroom 2, first-floor primary: King bed • Bedroom 3: Queen bed + Twin bed • Bedroom 4: Two Full beds • Bedroom 5: Two Twin-over-Twin bunk beds • First-floor family room: Queen sleeper sofa
Bedroom 4 and its private bathroom include accessibility features such as a wider entry, pocket door, accessible shower, grab bars, movable bench, and adjustable-height hand shower.
KITCHEN, DINING AND LIVING SPACES
The open second-floor main living area takes advantage of the home’s ocean views and gives your group plenty of room to gather.
The kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a convection oven, convection microwave, quiet dishwasher, and two 25-cubic-foot refrigerator/freezers. It is stocked with dishes, glassware, silverware, cookware, and serving pieces for large groups.
The main dining table seats 12, with additional seating at the kitchen bar and outdoor dining areas.
The second-floor great room features comfortable seating, a 60-inch Smart TV for streaming, YouTube TV, fireplace, Sonos audio, and large windows overlooking the ocean.
A second family room downstairs gives kids or another part of your group their own space, with a 55-inch Smart TV for streaming, YouTube TV, entertainment area, and Queen sleeper sofa.
OUTDOOR LIVING AND PRIVATE POOL
One of the best parts of Living the Dream is the outdoor space.
Enjoy more than 1,250 square feet of decking, including two large ocean-facing decks and rear decks overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway.
Start your morning with coffee and an ocean view. Spend the afternoon at the beach or beside your private pool. Then head to the rear deck for an Ocean Isle Beach sunset.
The fenced pool area includes:
• 26’ x 14’ in-ground pool with wide stair entry • Optional pool heat • Stamped concrete pool deck • Lounge chairs • Covered dining area • Tiki bar with electrical outlets • Outdoor shower and changing area • Propane grill
BEACH GEAR INCLUDED
Beach access is just across the street, and you don’t need to bring all the bulky gear from home.
The house includes beach chairs, umbrellas, a beach cart, and a cooler to make trips to and from the beach easier.
TECHNOLOGY AND CONVENIENCE
• High-speed Wi-Fi • Smart TVs for streaming and YouTube TV • Sonos whole-home audio with indoor and outdoor listening zones • Electronic keyless entry • 3-stop, 950-lb.-capacity elevator • Large-capacity washer and dryer • Tankless hot water heaters providing continuous, on-demand hot water • Secure ground-floor storage for beach gear, golf clubs, and other equipment
VACATION OIB DIGITAL GUEST GUIDE
Your Vacation OIB digital guest guide puts useful information about the home and Ocean Isle Beach right on your phone. Access it anytime through QR codes conveniently located at the property.
The guide includes:
• Check-in and check-out information • Wi-Fi and Smart TV instructions • Home and amenity instructions • Pool and elevator information • Beach access and beach gear details • Local restaurant and dining recommendations • Shopping, groceries, and nearby services • Things to do and local attractions • Emergency and important contact information • Vacation OIB tips and recommendations for enjoying Ocean Isle Beach
No searching through binders or old paperwork. Scan the QR code and find what you need.
A GREAT OCEAN ISLE BEACH LOCATION
Living the Dream puts you close to everything that makes Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina such a popular family beach destination.
The beach is approximately 45 yards away, while Ocean Isle Beach restaurants, shops, playgrounds, the museum, and island attractions are just a short ride from the house.
Ocean Isle Beach is also conveniently located between Wilmington, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC, giving you easy access to golf, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and day trips throughout the Brunswick County coast.
TRAVELING WITH A LARGER GROUP?
Vacation OIB has two similar homes located immediately next door:
Renting neighboring Vacation OIB homes can be a great option for extended families, reunions, multiple families, or groups who want to vacation together while still having their own space.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Check-in: 3:00 PM • Check-out: 10:00 AM • No smoking • No pets • Primary renter must be at least 25 and stay at the property • Outdoor security cameras monitor the property perimeter and entrance only
Living the Dream combines the location of a near-beachfront Ocean Isle Beach rental with the space and amenities of a home built for large family vacations.
With the beach steps away, your own private pool, five bedrooms and bathrooms, an elevator, ocean-view decks, included beach gear, and Vacation OIB Arrival Ready service, you can pack less and spend more of your vacation enjoying Ocean Isle Beach.
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***Linens and Towels (bath/beach) are not provided but can be rented for a nominal charge from a number of local vendors ***
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1104626vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Ocean Isle Beach
Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and North Myrtle Beach Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Inlet View Bar & Grill - 17 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - 6 min drive
Sarah's Kitchen - 12 min drive
Marias Pizzeria - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator?
As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator on 6 December 2026 start from NZ$3,646, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury 5BR · Sleeps 17 · 1st St · 45 Yards to Beach · Pool · Elevator located?
This family-friendly Ocean Isle Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Ocean Isle Beach and Intracoastal Waterway. Museum of Coastal Carolina is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay could not have been more perfect. The house is beautiful, clean and very well equipped. We really enjoyed the gorgeous ocean views and great location with easy beach access. The hosts are so helpful and respond quickly if needed. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words. We’re really glad you and your family had such a great stay and were able to enjoy the views, pool, and easy beach access. It means a lot to hear that the house and everything about the experience met your expectations. We’d absolutely love to host you again anytime you’re back in Ocean Isle!
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John
23 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful house, excellent areas indoors and outdoors for large groups to visit & enjoy each other
We have been vacationing in OIB for 8 years and everything was perfect from the booking, to check-in, to accommodations, to cleanliness, to the pool temperature, all the way down to the views! Host was very gracious and helpful - will definitely consider this property again in the future!
This was the best property I have booked thus far at OIB! The house is impeccably clean, with the best views and fabulous floor plan. Not one complaint and we will definitely be returning to this lovely property.
Had a wonderful stay here, with my sisters and their families. House was beautiful. There was plenty of room. Kitchen was perfect for cooking a wonderful Thanksgiving feast.
The property was perfect for my family thanksgiving and celebration of my parents' 40th wedding anniversary. The house was clean and spacious and the views were perfect. We enjoyed the living space and the kitchen was enormous--a plus with so many of us trying to cook Thanksgiving. We would go back again in a heartbeat and are thankful for the space and the time together.
Great house, loved the proximity to beach access. Extra cost for the heated pool was well worth it, especially for March weather. Hope to return someday
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2021
Thanks for the fantastic review! OIB is great any time of the year. We’re glad you were able to enjoy some time in the pool. We look forward to having you as our guests sometime soon.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kristin H.
4 May 2019
Perfect house!
This house totally exceeded our expectations! We had 3 families with children and had more than enough room. The walk to the beach is short, the views from both sides of the house are great, and the pool is perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Thanks for being our guest and treating our home as your own! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay at "Living the Dream" and we hope to have you as our guest again real soon.
What a clean and beautiful beach house is a perfect layout for our family. Easy beach access is right across the street and a heated pool was perfect in October. The kitchen was fully equipped with double refrigerators which was especially nice for our family. We really appreciated having an elevator for bringing up luggage and for the seniors in our group. The host responds quickly if you have questions or needed help. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
This house was beautiful!! Amazing views from the huge decks. The location to the beach access was so close. Our entire family enjoyed the pool everyday! Plenty of space for our large group. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. We would love to book this house again in the future if it is available! Fantastic first vacation to Ocean Isle Beach!
I lack the words to describe how wonderful this property is! From the moment we opened the door, we were blown away by this house. Extremely clean, new, well furnished, etc. The view of the ocean was the icing on the cake. We’re definitely going to rent this home again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2021
Thanks for the wonderful review! Thanks for treating our home as your own. We look forward to having you stay with us again real soon!
Living The Dream was an excellent property for our 3 generations of family including 4 under 4 years of age. The layout with a master on the top level with 4 bedrooms on mid level was a great format. The features of the home, TVs + Sonos provided excellent entertain. Eric was an extremely responsive owner throughout the process especially during our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2020
Thanks for the great review! It was a pleasure to have you as our guests! We look forward to welcoming you back to one of our properties sometime soon!
We have made it a tradition to spend one of the major holidays at the beach with family so no one has to host. This house was perfect for such an occasion. Large kitchen with a long dining table that could accommodate everyone was much loved and used. We also appreciated each bedroom having its own bathroom, perfect for family setup. We will definitely rent this home again as we vacation to Ocean Isle often. This has been our favorite home to date!
We’ve stayed at this property before and were excited to return. We had a great week and the property owner was available whenever problems arose. We had a little difficulty with the dishwasher cutting off mid cycle, and one of the burners on the stove not getting very warm, but I would expect those things to happen over time with a rental property. It didn’t impede our stay or enjoyment of the property. Great visit and we’d definitely return again. The location is perfect.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Living the Dream home. The house was clean, well stocked and very comfortable for our group of 13 which included 4 young children. We loved how close it was to the beach, the beach toys and the tote was much appreciated. The pool area was a big plus after our time at the beach. We had a slight problem with the AC but it was addressed immediately by our host. Communication was always clear and timely. We would not hesitate to book again!Mary M.
We had a great time at the “Living the dream” ocean house. We enjoyed the view of the ocean from the deck, easy access to the beach (one block away), and the amenities of the home. The heated pool was really nice, and Eric was incredibly responsive if we had any questions. I highly recommend the home if you are looking for a family/friends getaway.
Property perfect for family all ages. It's great have owners keep items available so you don't have bring so many things like chair for ones, gates and pack n play. Awesome having beach closet. Everything you need for pool and beach fun! Together spaces and get away spaces in house. This is our second stay and will always come back here. Location to end island and beach perfect.
Such. Beautiful view from this house and just a short walk to the beach. Clean and comfortable.
We really did love the house. We had a hard time operating any of the TV’s. The kitchen was spacious and clean but the pots and pans were not the greatest. The view could not have been much better and the bed was very comfy!! Thank you!!
My family really enjoyed this house. The views are awesome, and we took advantage of the heated pool (since our trip was in October). The owner was also super responsive, which is always nice. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Eric Janson
Vacation OIB is a family-run business built around a simple idea: create the kind of Ocean Isle Beach vacation experience we would want for our own family.
We’ve been welcoming families to Ocean Isle Beach for many years and have hosted thousands of satisfied guests. Through it all, our priority has remained the same: our guests come first. Your comfort, happiness, and overall vacation experience matter to us.
We take pride in our homes and stay personally involved in making sure they are well maintained, well equipped, and ready for your family to enjoy. Many of our guests return year after year, and there is no greater compliment than seeing families make Vacation OIB part of their own beach traditions.
With our Vacation OIB Arrival Ready program, we’re taking that commitment even further. Fresh linens, made beds, towels, starter essentials, coffee supplies, a digital guest guide, and local support help make arriving at the beach easier.
We want you to arrive, settle in, and start enjoying Ocean Isle Beach.
Why they chose this property
For us, location was everything.
Our homes are on 1st Street in Ocean Isle Beach, approximately 45 yards from beach access. You’re close enough to walk across the street and have your toes in the sand within minutes, while still enjoying the space, privacy, pool, and amenities of your own vacation home.
We also love the views. Look toward the ocean from the front decks or enjoy beautiful Ocean Isle Beach sunsets over the Intracoastal Waterway from the rear.
Ocean Isle Beach has the family beach atmosphere we were looking for, with restaurants, shops, activities, and attractions nearby. It’s also conveniently located between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach, with plenty of golf, dining, shopping, and entertainment within an easy drive.
It’s a location that lets you do as much or as little as you want. And that’s exactly how a beach vacation should feel.
What makes this property unique
Living the Dream was designed as a vacation home first, not simply a rental property.
The difference starts with the location: approximately 45 yards from beach access with ocean and Intracoastal Waterway views. Then add a private pool, elevator, five bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, two family rooms, more than 1,250 square feet of outdoor decking, Sonos audio, Smart TVs, a large kitchen with two refrigerators, and plenty of room for groups of up to 17.
We also provide the beach gear families would otherwise have to bring or rent, including chairs, umbrellas, a beach cart, and cooler.
What really sets us apart is Vacation OIB Arrival Ready. Your beds are made with fresh linens before you arrive, and bath towels, washcloths, starter bath and household essentials, Keurig coffee supplies, a digital guest guide, and local support are all part of the experience.
We own three neighboring Vacation OIB homes, which also creates a unique option for extended families and groups who want to vacation together while having their own space.
Most importantly, this is our family business. We care about the condition of our homes, we care about your experience, and we want you to leave Ocean Isle Beach already thinking about your next visit.
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