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Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach

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View from across E. First Street.
Covered porch with benches and rocking chairs.
Ocean side of house.
View from catwalk looking towards New Hanover county.
Easy to climb steps when coming in from the beach.  1 inch below  standard rise

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ocean Isle Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Coastal Carolina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2, new shower '24

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach

Well maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath, oceanfront house: 130 East First Street, Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, 28469.
Enjoy the ocean & beach with friends and family on your vacation!
New Central Heat & Air Conditioning '23 , newer Aluminum standing seam roof, ceiling fan, COREtec ( '24) Plus flooring throughout, new 32" HD Smart TV/DVD in living room , newer sofa, TV's (two DVD players) in oceanfront bedrooms, Spectrum Wi-Fi w/ new router ( '25 ), Amazon Alexa device , new ( '24 ) Sealy Posturepedic Plus queen beds in oceanfront bedrooms, newer high quality queen size beds in street-side bedrooms, two roll-away beds, laundry room with new washer/dryer '26 and area to fold clothes, completely updated kitchen (well equipped, and easy to function in) , new stainless steel refrigerator '26 with water/ice dispenser, new smooth top range/oven '26, microwave, dishwasher, new water heater '24, drip coffee pot, electric skillet, toaster and plenty of large pots to cook your catch of the day. Note: new refrigerator & stove not pictured.
There is a freshly stained covered porch overlooking the ocean with benches and rocking chairs. Freshly stained porch with bench on street side. In addition to a sundeck, there are easy to climb steps with landing, down to the beach. Large enclosed outside shower/dressing area with hot/cold water, outside shower and ample parking. Ocean Isle fishing Pier is 6/10 mile down the beach!

Walk to Town Center Park ! Children's playground area with swings, sliding, hobby horse, jungle gym, interactive fountain, bocce court, hi-top tables w/chairs, restrooms, benches, bike racks, Museum of Coastal Carolina and 300 seat amphitheater & Green space. Ferry Landing Park on Shallotte Boulevard at the East of Island, with waterway views & fishing. Zip lining & swamp adventures on Shallotte River features longest zip line course on our coast and swamp boat tours.
Ocean Isle is within 15 miles of 30 or more golf courses and lots of great restaurants. Only 15 minutes from the Seafood Capital of the World - (Calabash, North Carolina) and 2 miles from our local airport! Check-in time is 3 pm (or earlier if possible?) and check-out time 10 am.

The Ocean View was built in 1965 and approved by local building standards and codes.

4 Queens size beds and 2 roll-away beds (for children), for a total of 10 guest.

House name: "Ocean View" There are no roads, power lines or other properties between the house and beach. The Ocean View is oceanfront!

Please contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for visiting my listing.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Repeat stays are subject to host approval. Not all will be accepted; some may be canceled.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 124738vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Ocean Isle Beach

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is on 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. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 33 min drive - 34.5 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 33 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 53 min drive - 71.7 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chubby Buddha - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brick Landing Plantation Golf Course and Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach on 27 September 2026 start from NZ$617, 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.

How much is parking at Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Beach House in the Heart of Ocean Isle Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocean Isle Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Ocean Isle Beach and Museum of Coastal Carolina. Rees Jones Golf Course and Ingram Planetarium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house with great views and great location. Great host with the best communication and information. Will be booking again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thank you. I very much appreciate this nice review. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was everything it was reported to be. Clean and comfortsably furnished and equipped - 4 bedrooms with comfortable beds, new a[ppliances, ocean front. It was close to good restaurants and points of interest and reasonably priced. Our host/owner was accomodating and very easy to work with. Even the weather coopertated. If our schedules can be worked out we will probably go again next summerBill J
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
I appreciate you taking the time to send in this very nice review! Thank you so!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a group of 8 longtime college buddies and this property was a serene place to reunite and reminisce. At the end of April, the beach was nearly secluded and we took advantage of peaceful morning and evening walks, picking up shells along the way. We all agreed it was the experience we were looking for. Our host, Steve communicated well and was very attentive to our needs, even offering us an early check in. We’d definitely stay here again.
Private access and short walk to the beach
Serenity
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you very much for taking the time to send in this nice review. I appreciate you choosing Ocean Isle Beach and the Ocean View!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My second time staying at Steve's place. I really can't say enough about the house and the host. I truly love the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2026
I appreciate you coming back to the Ocean View! Also, thank you for sending in this nice review!
Verified

8/10 Good

shirl l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was excellent, responded immediately and was very professional. Great experience with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2026
Thank you for coming and taking the time to write this very nice review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here! The house was exactly what you picture when you think of a cozy beach getaway. Super clean, comfortable, and the location honestly couldn’t have been better. Being able to walk right out and be at the beach in minutes was such a win.The views were beautiful, especially in the mornings and evenings, and the whole place just had that relaxing, peaceful vibe we needed. The AC worked great (which is a must at the beach!), and everything was well taken care of.You can tell the host really cares about the space and the guests’ experience. We felt right at home the entire time. Definitely one of those places you don’t want to leave and we’ll for sure be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Thank you for coming to the Ocean View and taking the time to write this very nice review! I appreciate it very much. I read reviews from different places I do business. They are very important! Please do come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great, house clean and cozy. Access to beach perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2025
I appreciate you taking the time to send in this nice review! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice ocean front home
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Thank you for coming again, and taking the time to send in this nice review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The host communicated well. The house was clean and cozy. We had wonderful weather for the long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2025
I am very happy you had a wonderful stay! Thank you very much for coming to the Ocean View and taking the time to write this very nice review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frankie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. The house is very clean and the kitchen is well equipped. The beds are very comfortable. Good communication with the host Steve. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
I appreciate your very nice review and coming to Ocean Isle Beach and the Ocean View. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean View stay

Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2023
Thank you for taking the time to post this nice review!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable vacations at Steve’s

It is always a pleasure staying at Steve’s beach house. Oceanfront with beautiful views and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
I greatly appreciate your very nice comments, Hollie. Thank you for returning to the Ocean View.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is older but well maintained and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2025
Thank you. I appreciate you and your family coming, and taking the time, to send in this nice review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurie o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and clean!

Had a wonderful time host was the best! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2024
Glad you had a wonderful vacation! Thank you for this nice review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vaca

Nice location, cozy beach cottage. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you for the nice review and I appreciate you coming to the Ocean View!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of the ocean! House was clean and had everything we needed. Communication was quick. Central to many things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2025
Thank you for coming to Ocean Isle Beach and the Ocean View! I appreciate this nice review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Ocean Isle Beach

Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2023
Thank you very much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location and very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Thank you for coming and taking the time to send a review!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time at the Ocean View!

This was our second stay & we enjoyed it! Such a perfect beach front spot to enjoy time away with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
Thank for coming again and taking the time to write this nice review. It is good to hear you had a enjoyable time!! Great!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach house

Ideal location right on beach. Place was clean and had all the amenities. The deck and walkway to beach are not 1 -2 year old friendly, but other than that we had an awesome time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2025
Thank you for taking the time to send in this nice review. No child has ever fallen or been injured at the Ocean View. And it passed all building codes when construction was completed.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very pleasant stay!

The house was very clean and the access to the beach was perfect. The locale and furnishings in the house were very accommodating and we are looking forward to coming back!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
I am very happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay! Thank you very much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Everything was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2022
Thank you!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy M.

Cozy ocean front house

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely little house. It was clean, had a well-stocked kitchen and everything we needed for a great week. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thanks for the review! I am very happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay. I've stayed at several VRBO properties in Western North Carolina. So far, none has had a kitchen stocked like the Ocean View! Thanks and looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

The house, the view and the host- excellent! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2022
Thank you for this nice review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Nice place to stay for a week. We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
Great! Thank you for this nice review!

About the host

Hosted by Steve Martin

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I started restoring the Ocean View in 1986. It's been a joy through the years, bringing it up to date for my family, friends and vacationers to enjoy. That same year, the new bridge over the Intercoastal Waterway opened! ....no more waiting at drawbridge! Please contact me if you have any questions after you book your vacation!

Why they chose this property

Right on the Atlantic Ocean and close to the Ocean Isle Beach pier, Town Center Park, shopping, restaurants, bars and Town of Ocean Isle Beach. There is a sidewalk at the house leading to downtown. I will make sure the house is clean and ready when you arrive. I am also easy to reach should you have a question or a problem. The best way to reach me is my cell phone. I also text.

What makes this property unique

The Ocean View is unique because this type of cottage is rarely found at Ocean Isle Beach. Sit on the covered porch and watch the sunrise & sunset!!

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