Great for Family and Rest! Newly updated 4BR Canal House, Short Walk to Beach! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

SUNDAY check-ins for easier summer access! The Jean Jean is a 4 BDR, 2 bath bungalow named after original owners Jean and EL Sears. This bungalow is centrally located and within walking distance to experience all the amenities that OIB has to offer! MAIN LIVING SPACE: This beach home is a charmingly refreshed waterfront home on a natural deep water canal (yes, bring your boat!). Open concept dining and living room creates a space that guests can be together. The main room was specifically designed to provide opportunities for conversation around the sizable dining table, play games or work puzzles around a game table, and adjacent is a ideal area to read a good book. The living room has charming, high-end furnishings with ample seating and a 65” Intelligent TV with cable! The kitchen is it’s own separate space and has a cozy coastal feel. It is entirely supplied, has new stainless steel appliances, and has ample counter space. The home has 4 comfortable bedrooms– 1 bedroom has a KING and two bedrooms have QUEEN beds. The fourth bedroom is great for kids or adults with one double bed, bunked with a twin on top plus a 32" Intelligent TV for gaming! Get a great nighttime’s rest as all beds are outfitted with new luxury beds. Two bedrooms have waterfront vistas and private doors onto the huge canal-side deck. There are two bathrooms– one on each side of the bungalow adjoining two bedrooms. One bathroom has a bathtub/shower and handsome single vanity with ample counter space, and the second newly updated bathroom has a stand up shower and double vanity. OUTDOOR LIVING: The Jean Jean has a huge deck on the canal side with rocking chairs, lounge chairs and dining table that is the ideal setting for appreciating your morning coffee, enormous enough for entertaining, ideal for sunbathing in the afternoon sun, and calming watching the nighttime sky. After a day of fun in the sun, relax under the home enjoying a great breeze while relaxing in the hammock or swing, grilling out on the gas grille and/or playing cornhole. This bungalow is great for fishermen, boaters or those who appreciate water sports. Bring your boat or rent a jet ski and dock it at The Jean Jean’s floating dock or use the kayak supplied in your rental. Swim or float in the canal during high tide, or fish off the dock. A crab pot is supplied. Guests have access to new washer and dryer in the utility room on the ground level plus a drink refrigerator. There is an outdoor enclosed shower to rinse sand and saltwater off at the end of a fun day at the beach. Beach chairs, Beach wagon and sand toys are available for use. OTHER FUN AT OCEAN ISLE BEACH : Ocean Isle Beach is the best beach in North Carolina! A quaint family-aligned beach with plenty of activities for a week of fun for all. The Jean Jean is a short 8 min. walk to the beach access at the Ocean Isle Community Center. Walk 3 blocks to the town center to savor local eateries, Coastal Carolina Museum, splash pad, coffee shop, ice cream, OIB park, catch some live music or play mini golf. Ocean Isle Beach hosts weekly complimentary community events for visitors including, but not limited to, a weekly artisan market, community scavenger hunt for kids, family movie nighttime, Turtle Talks, and a very fashionable Friday Nighttime Concert. Want an excursion to discover beyond Ocean Isle Beach? We suggest taking a short drive to check out Calabash for seafood, Myrtle Beach for amusements and shopping, and Wilmington for unique experiences (discover a battleship, movie tours, Wrightsville Beach), and shopping! OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: The dock and canal are meant to be adored responsibly. Please note that there are inherent dangers associated with water, including drowning. Please be safe and wear a personal floatation device around the water and monitor kids and those that are not strong swimmers.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Rees Jones Golf Course and Leopard's Chase Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve and Ocean Isle Beach. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the best vacation home experience:

Find your best deal:

• The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Summer time is high season in the Brunswick area area. Booking your Brunswick area vacation rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our best tip for saving money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Owners sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guide magazines have discounts for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Select a group leader, choose your dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Great for Family and Rest! Newly updated 4BR Canal House, Short Walk to Beach! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible online. If not, email the host before booking the vacation property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You'll need to determine what is optimal for your group.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about pets before booking.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Advice for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many difficulties.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas upon check in. Contact the host right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a terrific vacation? Many rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental and/or host was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.