Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Makin’ Memories…formerly Drift Away…is the ideal beach home for you! Located at 337 East First Street, this second-row home has everything needed for the ultimate beach vacation on Ocean Isle Beach. Makin’ Memories can comfortably accommodate fourteen; whether with a multi-family group or a multi-generational family. It’s also great for fellowship, retreats and corporate events. The best prices are in the Spring and Fall. Long term units are welcome.
Makin’ Memories…is a elegantly re-decorated five-bedroom, five-bathroom beach home with an enclosed heated pool with a hot and cold-water shower adjacent to the pool, a gas grille, a entirely equipped gourmet kitchen with a granite bar that seats six, a dining area with table that seats eight, a utility room with new washer and dryer and a great room’s all new furnishings, a flat screen TV and spectacular ocean vistas. The 5G WIFI is fast and simple.
Makin’ Memories…has three bedrooms on the upper level. The primary suite has a king-sized bed, an additional bedroom has two queen sized beds and a cheerful bunk room that can accommodate four kids or teenagers in bunk beds as well as a chest full of games and puzzles. On the main level are two more bed rooms with queen sized beds. Each bedroom room has a private bath and flat screen TV.
Makin’ Memories…is a beach home with outstanding ocean vistas from the dining area and great room, the primary suite and the two ocean fronting decks. These ocean facing decks have very comfortable furnishings for resting plus a table for eight to appreciate breakfast or lunch on the main deck and a beverage table for four to savor drinks on the upper deck.
Makin’ Memories…is appealingly located for activities. Golf: some of the best courses in the country are within 10 mins. and 30 mins. south at Myrtle Beach are another 75 courses. Fishing: striking catches are to be caught off shore, in the Inter-Coastal Waterway and in the surf. Savor running, walking, cycling and boating. The home is conveniently located between two public beach accesses to the replenished sand which is ideal for shelling, sunbathing, building sand castles, and playing bocce ball. Minutes away is an ice-cream parlor, putt-putt golf course, eateries, specialty stores grocery stores...and there is a ChargePoint EV charging station five mins. away at 41 E. First Street. Plus, there are numerous urgent care options mins. away in case you have pulled, stretched, torn, sprained or stubbed something.
Makin’ Memories…is ideal for warm ocean breezes, spectacular sunrises and breath-taking sunsets with kids, grandchildren, extended family or colleagues. Great memories are made each year at Makin’ Memories.
Makin’ Memories…is pet complimentary and smoke complimentary. Military discount is available. Linens are not included. Cleaning and pool heating charges apply.
Keywords: Ocean, Isle, beach, NC, private, pool, 2d row, vacation, beach view, golf, military

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the perfect rental experience:

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

• Summer months are high season in the Brunswick area area. To book the best rental home within your budget, we suggest booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Brunswick area attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guides contain coupons for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Selecting the best rental home in Ocean Isle Beach:

• Choose a group leader, choose your dates, and select a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is best for your trip.
• If there's a specific Brunswick area destination you long to visit, browse rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges could be applied to your contract.

Some things to know before you go:

• Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Note any issues with the property during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on good reviews to compel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.