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Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!

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A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a covered entrance, and a car parked in front.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A coastal view from a balcony with a wooden deck, overlooking a beach and a two-story house with a dark roof.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ocean Isle Beach
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Intracoastal Waterway
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Coastal Carolina
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Blue Bedroom Bath

Shower only

Bunk Room Kids Bath

Bathtub or shower

Great room half bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Shower only

Pink Room Bath

Bathtub or shower

Yellow Bedroom Bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!

WISHING WHALE - 197 East First Street - This second row house features five bedrooms and five and a half baths on two levels, and it's conveniently built on a reverse floor plan for maximum ocean views from the main living area upstairs with all NEW living room furniture (April 2023)! On the first floor, one bedroom has a king bed and TV, one has a queen and TV, one has two full size beds, and the fourth has two sets of bunk beds. This level also has a sitting room with a queen sleeper sofa and TV with a DVD player. Upstairs, there's the kitchen, dining room and main living room, along with the master bedroom with a king bed and TV. The dining room table seats ten, and there are six stools at the bar for additional seating.
Amenities include an NEW (May 2021), ELEVATOR, a private HEATED pool, gas grill, enclosed hot and cold outside shower, new (Apr 2022) central heat and air, NEW (Oct 2022) washer and dryer and dishwasher! Microwave oven, iron/ironing board, ceiling fans, a NEW 2024 65" 4K HD TV in living room, Blu-ray player, and the fastest Wi-Fi available. The gourmet kitchen has top of the line stainless steel appliances, NEW GE Profile convection oven (Oct 2024), NEW GE Cafe cooktop (Sep 2025), BRAND NEW Cooktop Hood (May 2026). All with granite countertops and a beautiful NEW backsplash (Sep 2022). (Please bear with us while we get new photos...almost every room is much better than our old photos indicate.)
All beds are Serta Perfect Sleeper Euro-top mattresses with GoreTex (hypoallergenic) mattress covers. The two covered NEW (May 2021) TREX DECKS on the street side deck invite you to sit and enjoy the ocean views. This house is located almost directly across from the Leland Street beach access. Arrive early and enjoy the beach! There is plenty of public parking at the beach access point or across the street.
This house has keyless entry.
A three-night minimum stay is required.
We do our best to have the house ready earlier than scheduled checkin an be flexible if you need more time checkout day. Just send us a note.
This property has pillows and bedspreads. Pool heat is an additional $75/day, possibly less closer to summer.
Sheets, bath and kitchen towels, are available for an additional $245 but can be less for a smaller party. Feel free to follow beach house tradition and bring your own sheets from home (or rent on your own). Paper and soap products should be available but are not guaranteed. RENTAL IS NON-SMOKING AND NO PETS ARE ALLOWED.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have 2 sets of bunk beds, total of 4 kids beds!
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1431974vb
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 and a deadlock
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.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Intracoastal Waterway - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Holden Beach - 34 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 57 min drive - 72.7 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Makai Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪San Jose Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views! on 10 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,860, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Ocean Isle Beach and Intracoastal Waterway. Museum of Coastal Carolina is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Howard Judd

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We are a family of 5 with 3 young kids. We love Ocean Isle Beach and the chance to spend time in Wishing Whale. We have seen OIB get better and better over the years. It really is a great place!

Why they chose this property

It is has a lot of room for guests, great views and easy beach access. There is plenty of room for 3 families or more to enjoy a long weekend or week long stay. The top floor great room has an open concept and a large dining table. Perfect for multi-family gatherings! We strive to continually improve the property...awesome new decks, best possible elevator, new pool heat and even new decorative lighting near the pool!

What makes this property unique

Ocean views you can enjoy while relaxing on the best possible new Trex decks. Brand new Elevator by Residential Elevators. Heated Pool. All new living room furniture. Plenty of bedrooms and upgraded baths for guests.
Direct beach access point across the street!
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