\"The Southern Buckeye\"-Brand New OIB 5BR + 5.5BA Retreat Loaded w\/Entertainment! - Vacation rental home in Ocean Isle Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This striking brand-new home for 2024 has vistas of the intracoastal waterway and is only a short walk to the beach! Your family will make many fond memories in this luxury 5 bedroom, 5 ½ bathroom home. The top floor features a sizable, open floor plan great room adjacent to the brand new, well-equipped gourmet kitchen. The middle floor will host a family game nighttime of your dreams in the gameroom with wet bar, featuring arcade games and shuffleboard. In addition, the ground floor features an enormous outdoor living space by the pool and hot tub, including The Salty Dog Tiki Bar, gas grille, outdoor ping pong table, pool basketball, pool volleyball, cornhole, pool toys, etc.... The kitchen dining area comfortably accommodates 12, with 8 at the dining table and 4 bar stools at the kitchen island. An additional 8 can be seated at the cast aluminum outdoor dining table on the enormous deck outside of the kitchen.

Each of the five bedrooms will ensure a sound nighttime's sleep after playing all day, with brand-new orthopedic beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, and comfortable pillows. All bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and private access to an outdoor deck with rocking chairs for calming and catching the sunrise or sunset. There are two master bedrooms with king sized beds and two additional bedrooms with queen beds. The final bedroom can accommodate up to 6 with two sets of bunk beds (each with a full sized bed on the bottom and twin on top). The gameroom has a pullout appreciate seat with full-size gel foam bed (very comfortable!) that sleeps 2 adults.

No need to pack linens or towels for your dream vacation - all linens, bath towels and even beach towels are supplied for your convenience!

On bright, sunny days you can savor elegant Ocean Isle beach, less than a 5 min. walk away (or 1 min. if you choose to rent a golf cart) . 13 Beach chairs are available for your use, as well as 6 new bicycles to use to discover the island. Or, if you feel like staying close to home, challenge your friends to a friendly game of pool volleyball, pool basketball, ping pong, shuffleboard, corn hole or arcade games. Beach and pool toys galore are included in the pool storage room (including a bocce set and paddle ball). There's even a nice collapsible wagon for your use when walking to the beach!

If you encounter a rainy day, you can still have fun! Each bedroom, great room, gameroom, and even the Salty Dog Tiki Bar have Samsung intelligent TVs where you can watch your favorite shows or catch a game. In addition to the shuffleboard and arcade game, the gameroom also contains board games, books and puzzles for your enjoyment.

This home has everything you need to create excellent family memories, so be sure to book early for your vacation at The Southern Buckeye!

**Unpacking will be a breeze with the convenient, brand-new elevator!
**Please note: during peak season (May 25 through August 30), check in and check out is only on Saturdays (7 day minimum stay).
**Pool heating is an additional charge per nighttime with a 3 nighttime minimum. If you would like pool heating please let us know at the time of booking or at least 30 days prior to your stay. November through February, pool heating is not available. The rest of the year is $100 per nighttime.
**Please note there are 2 outdoor security cameras located on the front of the home for security purposes only.
**Sorry, no family pets allowed.
**Absolutely no smoking or vaping allowed in the home or anywhere on the property.
** Must be at least 23 years old to rent.

PROPERTY RULES:
1. No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property (including the pool area and driveways): This includes the use of tobacco, cannabis, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, etc. Smoking on the premises will result in immediate termination of occupancy without refund and is subject to a $500 cleaning fine.

2. Absolutely no home events are allowed. Should a home event occur at the property, occupancy will be terminated without refund and a $500 fine will be imposed.

3. Do not spray sunscreen inside the home. A cleaning fee may be incurred to remove spray sunscreen from walls, floors, or other items.

4. Pillows, sheets, towels, comforters, and blankets are supplied by the owner. If any are damaged or destroyed a deduction from the security deposit will be taken for replacement of damaged items. Make-up should be removed prior to using pillows or linens. Black make-up removal cloths are supplied.

5. Locked closets are the property of the owner and are not to be opened under any conditions.

6. Fireworks are illegal in North Carolina. Violators on the property will be subject to a $500 fine.

7. No mobile sleeping units (such as campers or RVs) can be parked or used at the home for any purpose, including sleeping, cooking or for any other use.

8. The owner will make all reasonable efforts to keep all equipment and appliances in good repair. When the tenant checks in and during their stay, if anything is discovered to not be working, the owner must be notified immediately. There will be no refunds given due to the malfunctioning or breakdown of appliances, air conditioning, T.V.s, or any other property equipment or services. Repairs or replacements will be made as quickly as possible.

9. Tenants are not allowed to have commercial cars, jet ski storage, trailers, boats, or huge barbeque equipment on the property.

10. Tenants will not adjust refrigerator settings. When filling a refrigerator full of warm items, it takes 24-48 hours to adjust back to normal. Setting it at a colder temperature will strain the refrigerator. Please give the refrigerator a chance to adjust before calling to report a problem.

11. Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. Eastern US. No tenant is allowed in the home before 3:00 p.m. unless previous arrangements have been made with the owner.

12. When using the elevator, always carry a cell phone in the event of an emergency or equipment failure. Kids are not allowed to use the elevator without parental supervision.

13. Security device interference: Please do not tamper with or remove the approved and appropriately disclosed security and monitoring devices on the front of the home.

14. Jumping from balconies into the pool is stringently prohibited. Balconies are to be used for their intended use only.

15. Please use only plastic drinkware at the pool - NO GLASS! There are plastic wine glasses, beer mugs and rocks glasses in the kitchen modest left-side cabinet and in the game room cabinets above the sink.

16. There is a strict no-pet policy. If a pet is found on the property, the tenant will be immediately evicted and forfeit their security deposit.

17. Departure:

a. Before leaving, straighten up and ensure everything is in order as you found it upon arrival. Make sure to collect all your belongings prior to departure. Close and lock every door and window, and make sure all appliances are turned off (except the fridges). Make sure all dishes are clean: load and run the dishwasher prior to leaving (it is not necessary to empty it). Remove all trash and recyclables from the home and place in the proper cans under the front stairs. Failure to remove trash from the unit will result in additional costs.

b. Please set the unit to 75 degrees upon departure (on both thermostats). During winter months, set the heat to 60 degrees.

c. Check out time is 9:00 am Eastern US, which is FIRM. Nobody is to be in the home or on the property after 9:00 am unless prior arrangements have been made with the owner. Tenants will be charged $200 per hour for any violation of this rule.

d. If the tenant has used the gas grille, it is their responsibility to clean it prior to departure. If the grille is not cleaned upon departure there will be an additional fee.

About the Area

Ocean Isle Beach is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Cape Fear area vacation rental home tips:

When to book & When to go:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summer is the most expensive season in the Cape Fear area area. To get the best rental home within budget, we suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular attractions.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers often offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Often, management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitor guides which include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing the best rental in Ocean Isle Beach:

• Select a group lead, select your trip dates, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration you need. \"The Southern Buckeye\"-Brand New OIB 5BR + 5.5BA Retreat Loaded w\/Entertainment! has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible online. If they are not listed, email the host before booking your rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to determine what is suitable for your trip.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.
• If there's an individual Cape Fear area destination you long to visit, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

More considerations:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Lock your rental while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Upon check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• At departure, take a final walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a terrific time? Many rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.