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5 BR, Poolside Paradise Just Steps from the Beach

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A covered porch with Adirondack chairs and a small table, white-framed windows, and a wooden ceiling.
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A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a blue armchair. There is a kitchen area with white cabinets and a dining area with bar stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a blue pendant light.
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ocean Isle Beach
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Intracoastal Waterway
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

5 BR, Poolside Paradise Just Steps from the Beach

Summary:

Big Blue has everything you came to the beach for! Just one block from beach access, this 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath home has ocean views, a private pool, tiki bar and plenty to keep everyone entertained. Grab the bikes, take the paddleboards out for the day or stay home for a pool day. From mornings on the water to nights around the tiki bar, Big Blue is made for a week of fun and relaxation!



The Space:

First Living Level:

The first level has its own family room with a TV, foosball table and wet bar, giving everyone some extra room to hang out. Send the kids down for a foosball tournament, catch up on your favorite show or enjoy having a second living room when everyone wants to do their own thing.



King bedroom + private ensuite

Queen bedroom + private ensuite

Bunk room + private ensuite

Half bathroom



Top Living Level:

Mornings are just better with an ocean view! Upstairs is where you’ll find the main living room, fully equipped kitchen and dining area all together in an open layout. Step out onto the back deck with your morning coffee, take in the view and figure out where the day is taking you next.



King bedroom + private ensuite

Queen bedroom + full hall bathroom



Backyard:

Straight from the beach to the pool! Come home, drop the beach gear and jump in for an afternoon swim. Hang around the tiki bar while someone fires up the grill and enjoy having one more reason to stay outside just a little longer.



Private pool

Tiki bar

Grill



More to Love:

Just one block from beach access

Multiple balconies with ocean views

Elevator with access to all living levels

Foosball table + wet bar

Bikes + paddleboards

Beach chairs, pool toys & more

Short drive to the heart of Ocean Isle Beach



Other Things to Note:

The private pool can be heated for an additional charge allowing you to enjoy it comfortably even during cooler months



Fresh bed linens, bath towels, washcloths and kitchen towels are included with every stay and delivered to the home by our professional linen team prior to check-in. Our cleaning team also offers bed making as an optional $100 service. Rather than adding this cost to every reservation, we’ve chosen to keep it optional for guests who would like to arrive with the beds already made.



This property is managed by Isle Stay Awhile Vacation Rentals

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 1422687vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ocean Isle Beach

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Intracoastal Waterway - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Holden Beach - 39 min drive - 37.9 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 39 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Broadway at the Beach - 54 min drive - 72.3 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪San Jose Mexican Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 BR, Poolside Paradise Just Steps from the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5 BR, Poolside Paradise Just Steps from the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 BR, Poolside Paradise Just Steps from the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 BR, Poolside Paradise Just Steps from the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 BR, Poolside Paradise Just Steps from the Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ocean Isle Beach and Intracoastal Waterway. Museum of Coastal Carolina is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Excellent amenities, location and access to the beach. The host went above and beyond to ensure our stay was top notch. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
We're so glad you enjoyed the home and that we were able to help make your stay a wonderful one! We hope to welcome you back to OIB soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice area and great time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2026
We're so happy to hear you enjoyed our coastal town and got to spend some much-needed family time together! We hope to welcome you back to Ocean Isle Beach again soon. - Isle Stay Awhile
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach vaca 2023

We had a great time and the house and pool with the proximity to the beach was a big hit for all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
Hey Mark, Happy to have yall and hope to see you again next summer! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful OIB Home

This house is perfect for a large family. The pool area has a beautiful bar and great entertaining area. The home is in an excellent location with a very short walk to the beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2024
Hey Stacy, Thank you so much! We are happy to hear your family had a wonderful time and hope to have you back! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Property was just as advertised. Communication with the property manager, Courtney was so easy from the time we booked throughout our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2022
Thanks so much Amanda! We hope to have your family back again next year! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing 😌

Everything was so easy from booking to paying ,location , beautiful house, and the kids and adults enjoyed the pool. Overall awesome !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2022
Hey Brenda! I love hearing your family had a great stay! WE hope to have you again. Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely beach home

The beach home was decorated beautifully and had plenty of room. Location was perfect. It was really nice having bicycles and chairs that we could use. Everyone enjoyed the pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2022
Thanks Darrell! We try to think of everything to make your trip the best it can be! We hope to see you again soon! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yeeeeeehaaaaw!!!

We were thrilled with your home! It was perfect for us and we really appreciated all the chairs and bikes and other toys! The pool was perfect as well! And the neighbors were great, too! Thank you for a memorable beach vacation…
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2024
We are so glad you like it! We look forward to having you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This was a great house but there was no accommodations for an infant. My family and I had a lovely time and we were overall satisfied.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Hey Danielle, Happy you had a great time and I apologize for the baby gear not being present, that has been a change since all the liabilities that come with it now as far as recalls and what not. We live in a different time and want to keep everyone safe and our homes available. Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful-relaxed family fun

From the first moment we stepped into this house it provided us everything we needed and more. Plenty of room , beautifully decorated, close to the beach and far enough away from main bridge that it gave us a tranquil laidback feel. We absolutely loved making memories here and We would recommend this home to all families.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hey Barbara, Love that the house felt like home and made for a great vacation! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We have rented this home two times! Just love it !! Every amenity we need ! Love the bicycles and chairs available for guests. Open concept upstairs has beautiful views in all Directions!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Gathering Place!

This property was perfect for our family vacation! The location was perfect, as the beach is just a short walk or golf cart ride away. The kids loved playing on the beach and the tidal pools in the am when the starfish and crabs were plentiful. The house was roomy, clean, and beautifully decorated, and had lots of extras like bikes, the pool and poolside bar that everyone enjoyed. Lots of memories were made and we plan to return in the near future to this special spot!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Hey Sherri, So happy yall had a great time and we will see your family again next summer!!! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We loved Big Blue! The house was well equipped from the pool to the kitchen. It was clean and bright with a great layout. The location is wonderful at the end of the island where there are less people and more beautiful beach to walk and explore. We loved being able to see the ocean from the bedroom decks. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even Better Than Advertised

This was our first time to Ocean Isle and our stay at Big Blue couldn't have been better! Beautifully decorated, it was perfect for our large family of children and grandkids. We enjoyed a great ocean view and hanging out on the expansive porches. The bikes were a big bonus...rides to the pier and to get ice cream were a big hit...we look forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2022
Hey Valerie! I love that your family had a great stay, and the memories of those bike rides will last forever! We would love to have you again next summer! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Blue is a big hit

Perfect location across from the beach with great ocean views. One block in the other direction and you are at the intercoastal waterway for fishing, kayaking or paddle boarding (all available at the house). New house with many decks and pool with bar area. I highly recommend Big Blue!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2022
Hey Jim, Thank you so much for the review! This home has been a favorite and I agree the views are amazing and the location is great! We hope to have your family back again soon! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great But

Everything was great except there were no hand towels for the bathrooms, wash cloths were insufficient and cheap, and only one kitchen towel and dish cloth for 10 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Hey Al, Hate to hear this I will address the linens and unfortunately, the kitchen towels keep going missing after each renter. Thanks Courtney
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation

The house was exactly as described and more than big enough for our extended family. The bikes provided where used every day. amazing ocean views out of all the windows! And all the deck/balcony space was perfect. Beach access right across the street. One thing to note is there is one refrigerator and no ice maker so for a group our size we went to buy ice almost daily. The bunk room also got warm at night with no ceiling fan. Overall great family vacation and I would stay again! Ocean Isle Beach is one of our favorites!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
Hey Kara, Happy your family had a great stay, and I will pass along the idea of adding an ice machine for next season. Thanks Courtney
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House (small issue with cleanliness)

We had a great stay and the house and location are great. However, there appeared to be an issue with the cleaning schedule. We arrived and there were dirty towels and linens still present (with no cleans towels/linens for us) and some dirty dishes in kitchen. Property manager was responsive but took a little bit to get rectified. Elevator was also broken which was unfortunate for the older people in our family. We would still stay at house again given location, amenities, and size.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Sorry for the previous management's slow response. This property is now managed by a new company and we would love to host you again! Renee- Isle Stay Awhile
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Communication

RENTER BEWARE! Poor Management, Ownership and Integrity

Renter beware. We rented this property and were excited for our stay. The house was nice and pretty clean other than the kitchen cabinets being extremely disheveled and lacking organization, but nothing major. We made no mess and cleaned the counters and did everything we were supposed to do on checkout (even more because we vacuumed for them). BUT! Then, the owners and property manager decided we were not getting our deposit back. The claim was a broken chair near the pool, which we had not broke (pictures from our arrival that showed it was already broken). I messaged the property manager a couple of times and spoke on the phone with her. In her response she said, and I quote “There was things not put back in there place and the owner was in after your stay and is very upset with how things were”. Of note, what they claimed was out of place were the dishes in the cabinets and 2 hangers under a bathroom sink. All of which were like that when we arrived. Regardless, that wouldn’t be any reason to withhold someone’s damage deposit considering it’s not damage. When I responded back to ask her about this and to explain we also had a picture to show the pool chair was broken when we got there she decided to stop responding and even blocked my number so my calls wouldn’t go through to her. I brought the situation to VRBO and they reached out to both the property manager and owners over the course of a month so they could respond. They didn’t. In the end VRBO escalated the case to their travel care department and eventually to their transfer and security department. They reviewed the case and VRBO ended up refunding us the deposit. The whole thing took over 3 months of calling VRBO and about 25 cumulative hours on the phone with them. The experience was awful and could have been remedied if the manager and owners would have had any sort of decency or respect for their guests. Instead they chose the path of just ignoring us even though we had photo proof that they were lying about us damaging a chair and withholding our deposit. I write this not to whine about things, but to make sure everyone who books this house is aware of who they are booking with. If you decide to book please take pictures and cover yourself in the event they try to do the same thing to you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2026
Hi Ryan. The management has changed for this rental and we would love to welcome you back to this home or one of the homes we manage to show you that we no longer operate like that. There were many flaws of the previous management that we had to fix 2 years ago when we took over and now things are drastically different. Renee - isle stay awhile
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

House was great for a large family beach trip! Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hey Drew, Happy to hear the stay was great! Hope to have you again! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

We had a great trip to OIB and loved every minute of our stay at Big Blue. The house, the pool, the location - all perfect! There was plenty of room for 4 couples and 2 small children. We enjoyed gathering in the spacious kitchen/dining room for family dinners with local seafood from Captain Jacks. It was nice having a grill, beach chairs and boogie boards in the garage. Also - the elevator made unpacking/packing and our grocery haul so quick and easy. We rented a golf cart which was fun to ride around the isle and visit our favorite Sunset Slush, however the house is so close to the beach we really didn’t need it for beach hauls. We hope to visit again in years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hey Nicole, Happy to hear the house had all you needed to make for a great week, and we hope to see you again in the future! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!!!

We had an awesome visit to Ocean Isle Beach. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hey Elizabeth, So happy you had a great stay! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location + property!!!

We had a wonderful time at Big Blue! The location was absolutely amazing...it was our first time visiting Ocean Isle Beach and we will definitely be back to see it AND Big Blue!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hey Paulette, Happy to hear the stay was great and we would love to have yall back! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation House

Our family really enjoyed our stay at Big Blue! We appreciated the many amenities and the bikes were a great extra! The house was a very short walk to the beach, had a really nice pool / outside bar area, TVs in all the rooms, and bed & bath linens included. The only negative were the skillets which were pretty worn. We would definitely stay at Big Blue again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hey Barbara, Glad to hear yall had a great stay and hope to see you again in the future! Thanks Courtney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Big Blue did not disappoint. The house is very nicely furnished and everything looks new. We really enjoyed the pool and it is just a short walk to the beach. We would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hey Royce, Glad your stay was everything and more, we hope to see you again soon! Thanks Courtney

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