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Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9167.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Ocean Isle Beach, NC
- Place, Ocean Isle Beach4 min walk
- Place, Holden Beach31 min drive
- Place, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk53 min drive
- Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)56 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
2nd Floor
1 King Bed
2nd Floor
1 Queen Bed
First floor
1 Queen Bed
First Floor
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st floor
Toilet
1st Floor
Toilet · Shower only
2nd floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Outdoor Shower
Shower only · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9
20 Channel Drive, Island Park ~ The Shell Shack! Perfect family vacation spot just a short walk (less than 1/4 mile) from the beach and one block from the largest community pool!
Sleeps 9 - 1 King, 3 Queen beds , 1 twin trundle.
65 inch smart TV in FR with YouTube TV account provided. All bedrooms have tv's with streaming capability.
Fully stocked kitchen with all new appliances in 2023. LG oven with convection and air fry mode, blender, mixer, Keurig dual with carafe. ***NEWLY RENOVATED BATHROOMS IN 11/25***
Washer/Dryer, Iron
Gas Grill
Large back deck overlooks serene fountain on Lagoon frontage, and also provides afternoon shade for incredible peaceful dinners.
Relax in the hammock or adirondack chairs underneath the house.
Beach chairs and beach wagon provided. 2 kayaks available for use!
Two community pools, community docks for fishing, crabbing, kayaking and more.
Outdoor shower, outdoor dining, gas grill.
**Bring your own linens (sheets & bath towels) or we can provide contact info for linen rental service**
**Paper products - one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and roll of paper towels in the kitchen is provided to get you started for your stay**
**Hand towels provided - please wash and put away upon departure**
Sleeps 9 - 1 King, 3 Queen beds , 1 twin trundle.
65 inch smart TV in FR with YouTube TV account provided. All bedrooms have tv's with streaming capability.
Fully stocked kitchen with all new appliances in 2023. LG oven with convection and air fry mode, blender, mixer, Keurig dual with carafe. ***NEWLY RENOVATED BATHROOMS IN 11/25***
Washer/Dryer, Iron
Gas Grill
Large back deck overlooks serene fountain on Lagoon frontage, and also provides afternoon shade for incredible peaceful dinners.
Relax in the hammock or adirondack chairs underneath the house.
Beach chairs and beach wagon provided. 2 kayaks available for use!
Two community pools, community docks for fishing, crabbing, kayaking and more.
Outdoor shower, outdoor dining, gas grill.
**Bring your own linens (sheets & bath towels) or we can provide contact info for linen rental service**
**Paper products - one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and roll of paper towels in the kitchen is provided to get you started for your stay**
**Hand towels provided - please wash and put away upon departure**
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Pull trash bins to street
Set AC to 72
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 1895136
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Ocean Isle Beach
Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and North Myrtle Beach Beaches. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Ocean Isle Beach, NC
What's nearby
- Ocean Isle Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Holden Beach - 31 min drive - 35.5 km
- North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 34 min drive - 38.1 km
- Broadway at the Beach - 49 min drive - 68.8 km
- Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 53 min drive - 70.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fibber McGees - 12 min drive
- Sarah's Kitchen - 12 min drive
- Chubby Buddha - 8 min drive
- Manor House Dinette - 10 min drive
- Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
27 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
J T.
12 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
J T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Michael D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adam W.
28 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Adam W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashleigh T.
25 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
Ashleigh T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason R.
14 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Brooklyn S.
20 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break at Shell Shack
Brooklyn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David A.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island Park
David A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
xiaoming w.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway location
xiaoming w.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven N.
18 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Steven N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawn M.
26 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
Dawn M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian A.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Great location!
Brian A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Albert H.
28 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Times
Albert H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan A.
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach house
Susan A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emma B.
18 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OIB summer vacation
Emma B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
9 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Jennifer M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelley W.
26 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to go back
Kelley W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
hannah s.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing vacation!!
hannah s.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vincent R.
1 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Vincent R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jennifer E.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach trip
Jennifer E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sun L.
18 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Sun L.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather S.
31 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean Isle Getaway
Heather S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gary C.
13 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a few minor things, but we totally loved it. Looking to rebook for next year
Gary C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lance C.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience!
Lance C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Andrea Hounshell
We have been coming to Ocean Isle Beach for 15+ years and in January of 2020 checked off a bucket list item of owning our own home in Island Park! We are a family of 5 from Raleigh, NC and hope you enjoy making as many great memories year as we have! Our home is a short walk to the beach, pool and sound!
Why they chose this property
Well appointed with everything you need for a great beach vacation with your family! Just a short walk to the beach, Island Park pool and the sound. Relaxing lagoon with fountain out your backdoor
Premier Host
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