Mermaid's Tale welcomes you to her adventure by the sea! We are directly across the street from beach access to the amazing white sand Ocean Isle Beach and also across the street from the Summer Place HOA pool. We have 4 comfy bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. There are two 2nd floor bedrooms which have private baths with showers and 2 main floor bedrooms that share a large Jack and Jill bath with a tub/shower combo. The large vaulted central living room/kitchen/dining has plenty of space for your family or group to cook, dine and relax together. When we purchased the house we renovated the kitchen with a fresh white and turquoise color scheme, quartz island counter top, and new appliances. We replaced all the carpeting and bedroom flooring. There is a 55" TV in the living room, visible from the kitchen and dining areas. There is also house wide WIFI access. The covered front porch has limited ocean view but plenty of shade for morning coffee and lazy afternoons. The backyard is fenced and ready to hang out in and do some grilling. We absolutely love our home and Ocean Isle Beach for its relaxed and casual beauty and we know you will too!
Property manager
Jean and Steve Wolfe
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Free WiFi
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
At checkout please take out the trash, load the dishwasher and start it, Wash and dry the linens and towels.
We provide the towels and linens for free as long as you wash and dry them before you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Linens and towels are included as long as you agree to wash and dry them before you leave (We provide the laundry detergent)
Additional rules are posted on the refrigerator
Important information
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ocean Isle Beach
Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cherry Grove Pier.
Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Ocean Isle Beach, NC
What's nearby
Ocean Isle Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Museum of Coastal Carolina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
Brunswick Islands Beach - 20 min drive - 17.2 km
Holden Beach - 44 min drive - 35.7 km
Getting around
North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Ocean Isle Beach Pier - 13 min walk
Ocean Isle Fish Company - 3 min drive
Ocean Isle Creamery - 14 min walk
Sarah's Kitchen - 9 min drive
Marias Pizzeria - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Ocean View Home With a Community Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Charming Ocean View Home With a Community Pool?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Ocean View Home With a Community Pool?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Ocean View Home With a Community Pool located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ocean Isle Beach and Museum of Coastal Carolina. Ingram Planetarium and Rees Jones Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our 2nd year at Mermaid’s Tale and we were already planning our 3rd before we left. The house was exactly as described; clean, stocked throughout the house and beach chairs, games, etc. Communication with the owners was very fast and they were very accommodating. A major plus for being just across the street to the beach access and pool since we had some kiddos. Thank you for a great vacation!
We loved staying at Mermaid’s Tale! The proximity to the town center and the beach were perfect. We walked to the park every day and were steps away from the beach access. It was lovely! And great communication with the host.
We enjoyed our stay at this home. The short walk to the beach and parking for so many vehicles was great for our party of 8 since we are coming from many different directions and parking is always one of our main issues when trying to find a place to stay. The kitchen was well equipped. Only thing missing in kitchen is an ice maker in the refrigerator. We enjoyed each night on the front porch. Owner responded quickly to our inquiries. We would definitely stay here again.
Our family of five, and our friend’s family of 4 shared the house for quick work retreat in the area. The location makes for super easy beach access. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the kitchen tools and appliances, dishes, cups, bowls you could need for several people. The house was very comfortable and offered plenty of space for the 9 of us. There are beach toys, chairs, boogie boards, and bikes to use as well. Overall very thoughtful and thoroughly stocked all around. We opted for linens, and the washing and drying and folding did take a bit of time (we started the night before we left with most of the towels, which helped us have less in the morning). The convenience of not having to bring our own sheets and towels from out of state made it worth it. Would visit again!
Although the weather didn’t cooperate….we had a great time on our annual fall trip. The location was terrific, lots of space, and a great porch for drinks and conversation!!
Mermaid's Tale is in a great location for both beach and pool access. The house was clean, and in great shape. The amenities were as advertised. We really enjoyed the front porch and swing. Looking forward to staying again next year.
Amazing house just be prepared to do 3 hours of laundry the last day if you choose to use the linens. That part was a bit stressful to get done in time
The host was the best! He communicated quickly and made us feel at ease as we stayed in OIB during the Tropical Storm.
The home is convenient and has everything you need. Loved staying at Mermaid’s Tale!!
Great access to beach and pool. We loved taking advantage of the bikes for rides to the pier. Nice little back yard for grilling and chillin. Plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and kids sand toys provided!
Overall an awesome stay!
House is very cute, great location, kitchen well stocked, great deck, lots of beach items like chairs and boards. Had a couple of small issues during our stay but owner was responsive and willing to assist right away.
The house is in a great location, easy access to pool and beach. Great outdoor space, loved the porch, we enjoyed our stay and would rent again next time we need a rental.
Great Location and proximity to beach access. Our family enjoyed the house and the owner was very quick on answering any questions we had. Would recommend!!
Met some friends here for a long weekend. We couldn’t have picked a better location! The house was perfect for our group. We hope to be back soon!
Alexis O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Pat M.
5 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Cute place but a couple issues
We loved how close to the beach the rental was with ample parking available which was a bonus and we all enjoyed sitting on the front porch. Host was very responsive to all inquiries which was nice too. We did have a couple small issues. Electric outlets in bathrooms did not work and were not fixed by resetting them, gas grill was not in working order (problem with leaking tank & rust on the grilling surface), we killed 2 cockroaches and even though the listing said bikes were available from May 1st (we rented 4/30-5/3), they were not on site. Realize our rental date started the last day of April but we were there for 3 days in May. I would have brought my own bike if I knew theirs weren't available. Also we found that there was garbage in the recycling bins so that negated being proactive with recycling and there was an electric griddle that was not clean, grease on top and in catch cup under it. All in all a cute place but could use a little more attention to these details.
Great stay. I did reach out to the owner and sent a kind email to him as there were bugs (roaches) that we killed while we were there and wanted to give him a heads up. I really wish he would have gotten back to me but didn’t. We loved ocean isle.
Amazing property. Had a great time and it is a great location. Only two minor issues and both were addressed immediately by the property owner. Couldn't have asked for more.
Adam H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jean and Steve Wolfe
We relocated to Ocean Isle Beach, NC from St. Paul, MN and loved it! We have always been avid boaters with a deep love of the outdoors and especially the beach. When the opportunity arose to come to OIB, we jumped at the chance to live near the ocean. We had 2 daughters in college and an empty nest, so we decided to fill our extra time with buying a beach house and making it our own. We spent the 6 months after we arrived renovating our house and turning it into "Mermaid's Tale". We are excited to share it with you!
Why they chose this property
Our family was initially drawn to Ocean Isle Beach because of the call from the ocean after living in the Midwest our whole lives. So, when we started researching the properties on the Island, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to be right across the street from the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. Not to mention when you want to get away form the salt and sand, we are also directly across from our local community pool. With the kids not living at home anymore, we had plenty of time to renovate Mermaid's Tale and turn it into our dream ocean side home. In addition, an ideal vacation rental with its four bedrooms and three full baths for plenty of privacy and comfort. Vacation groups and families will also enjoy the combined kitchen-dining-living space for games, relaxing, and group meals. Although Mermaid's tale is a rental, we hope you will be able to feel at home and as comfortable as we do when staying here in OIB!
What makes this property unique
The ocean view at Mermaid's Tale and the sound of crashing waves through open windows or from the porch are what initially drew us here. The open floor plan perfectly fits the way we live and entertain. I still pinch myself every time I walk across the street for my beach walk!
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