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Sun, Sand & Smiles! Ocean Isle Apt w/ Balcony

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Ocean Isle Beach Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | Stairs Required | 790 Sq Ft
Property Exterior | Top-Floor Apartment | Parking | Gravel Driveway (2 Vehicles)
Shared Outdoor Amenities | Gas Grill | Outdoor Dining Area
Living Room | Free WiFi | Window A/C Unit | Smart TV
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 10073.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Coastal Carolina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 100)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room Area)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Sun, Sand & Smiles! Ocean Isle Apt w/ Balcony

Top-Floor Unit | Shared Outdoor Kitchen | Walk to Restaurants

Head to the coast for a relaxing getaway at this Ocean Isle Beach vacation rental! The beachy apartment has everything you need to feel right at home, including a fully equipped kitchen, a private balcony, and a shared outdoor kitchen and dining area. Plus, you’ll be just 1 mile from the Ocean Isle Beach Pier, the Museum of Coastal Carolina, and fun downtown spots like ice cream shops, waterfront cafes, and seaside boutiques.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 2 full beds
- Living Room: 1 twin bunk bed

COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- Shared outdoor kitchen w/ gas grill
- Shared outdoor dining area, seating & umbrella
- Shared yard
- Outdoor shower

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV, DVD player
- Dining table
- Ceiling fans

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private balcony w/ outdoor seating

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, toaster
- Drip coffee maker
- Cooking basics
- Dishware & flatware

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story apartment, stairs required for access

PARKING
- Gravel parking area (2 vehicles)

ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site and in neighboring properties w/ separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- 1 mile to Ocean Isle Beach Pier & 3 miles to Ocean Isle Beach Park
- 1 mile to the Museum of Coastal Carolina & Ingram Planetarium
- 3 miles to adventure tours, ziplining & ATV riding
- 5 miles to Sunset Beach
- 25 miles to North Myrtle Beach

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping of any kind
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story apartment is on the 2nd floor and requires stairs for access
- There is another bookable vacation rental on-site in the other duplex unit, with shared outdoor amenities; other travelers may be present during your stay
- There is only a starter amount of paper towels and toilet paper provided; if any additional supplies are required, they should be purchased by the guest
- The WiFi network is shared with other on-site units, and the speed may be slow during times of high usage

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Ocean Isle Beach

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this apartment is by the sea. 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 25 min drive - 31.9 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 28 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 47 min drive - 68.0 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chubby Buddha - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald’s Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amelia's Backstreet Grill - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sun, Sand & Smiles! Ocean Isle Apt w/ Balcony pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sun, Sand & Smiles! Ocean Isle Apt w/ Balcony?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sun, Sand & Smiles! Ocean Isle Apt w/ Balcony?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun, Sand & Smiles! Ocean Isle Apt w/ Balcony?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sun, Sand & Smiles! Ocean Isle Apt w/ Balcony located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Museum of Coastal Carolina and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Ocean Isle Beach. Ingram Planetarium and Rees Jones Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessie g.

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

Loved it!

Right up the road from the beach. This is in a great location. The owner was very nice and accommodating. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Nice Place!

Super cute apartment! Loved the decor. We were impressed. Well worth the money. We had plenty of space for our family of 4. The owners were there while we were. Nice and friendly but gave you your space. The neighborhood is quite and peaceful. We enjoyed sitting outside often. I would definitely stay again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas C.

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

Great value

Our family stayed here for 3 nights in August. Overall, this property was fantastic bang for the buck. It's exceptionally affordable, had plenty of space for our family of 6, and was just a few minutes away from the beach. The check-in process was super easy, and the one time we reached out to the contact for the property (because of our own failure to look at the pull out first to see the linens were already on there), they were very fast and responsive. A couple of things to mention and the reason for the 4 star review: - Cleanliness lacked in a couple of small places: we found a dead roach under the TV stand (we didn't see any live bugs inside though) and a some stray hairs on some of the bed linens. - I understand the AC unit in the main living area is a new addition, but it really struggles to keep up - especially in the heat of the day which made it really warm inside the main living area until after 8:00 PM or so. - There are washer/dryer hookup in the closet and it would be great to actually put a basic washer/dryer in there for guests. - Cell reception was non-existent, at least with T-mobile (this is in no way reflected in our rating, just a general heads up). Otherwise, we were exceptionally happy with our stay and would happily recommend to any one else looking for a great deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lipstick on a pig!

The decor was very nice and the property was pretty clean, but! The property listing states there are 2 queen beds and would sleep 6 (one description said sleeps 8 including the futons). The two beds were full beds and were very hard. The air conditioner in the bedroom has black spots inside the vent flaps. The futons are old and not comfortable to sit on. The padding for the futons are so worn that they are flat in sections. The futons could not be extended because one was tied up and the other was broken. The stairs leading up to the unit are very worn and have nails sticking up. The outside bar/grill area is unkept. The short walk to the water that is listed is about a 45 minute walk, FYI! You have to drive over the bridge to get to the beach. The owner happened to be there the first two days and we told him about the issues. He stated that VRBO makes up their own descriptions even if they are untrue. He told us to enjoy ourselves and to use the grill. We decided to use the grill but thankfully checked it first. It was extremely dirty and there was no gas tank or any other way to use the grill. We made the best out of a bad situation. We would not have chosen this location if the information had been accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelld

Great stay and great host!

The cottage was a perfect fit for our family trip. Clean, comfortable, nice kitchen area, and decorated nicely to make us feel at home! We met the host who was there at the time and greeted us upon our arrival. They were very kind and welcoming! The location was perfect, right by stores and the beach, but secluded enough to be out of the crowded tourist areas. Highly reccomend!
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas S.

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

Nice and cozy

Nice and cozy place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan W.

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

Nice little place just minutes from beach. Had more than enough room for the family.

Renting this place was made easy. Check in was also very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Paola R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

This place has a great location. We really liked having easy access to shops, restaurants, grocery store and the beach. I'm sure a lot of people have rent it and loved it, but all that use is showing. The couches in the living room need an update.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jody Rapp

Shabby and Quaint

Bedding was exceptionally soft, outdoor shower was great. This stay had carpet old enough we didn’t have to worry (but still kept our shoes off). There are upgrades that need finished soon. Some exposed wires outside (not attached to house, no fire risk). Some siding that flaps in a storm. A pretty mediocre pull out bed. Close to OiB Java which is a win. 2 minutes from the OIB beach, and close to sunset beach. Great location, quiet neighbors. Perfect? Nah. Delightful? For sure.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn E.

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

Great Vacation

Everything was great. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Hide Away with Great Location

All in all it was a fun little place close to everything. It was quiet and perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Long Beach Weekend

Had a wonderful stay here! The place was very close to the beach and was just rustic enough to be beautifully charming! Loved the outdoor shower. We will be coming back! Thanks, Tammy
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Mini vacation with my kids

Overall we were really surprised how cute the place was, mostly because the updates are not identified in the listing. There was a welcome bucket in the fridge, nice touch! There is AC thru out the flat now as well! It was a lot of space for my 2 teenagers and myself. It was quiet and close to the beach & all the stores. We usually stay on the island and drive to the beach anyway so it wasn’t a big deal to drive a mile. Absolutely love the fact that I could get the place for a long weekend. The WiFi was spotty, and the cable tv selection was crappy. But we “survived” with the smart tv. Overall we had a nice stay! We will definately be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lily

What's not to love?!

Absolutely charming and adorable. The upstairs unit was very clean and well taken care of. Close to everything and lots of privacy. Beats staying at a hotel hands down!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

So let me just say

We had the best time staying here. The pictures online do this place no justice. Because it seems to be updated since then. With that being said the back in time nautical feel was just what we were looking for. It was very clean and well cared for. And less than 2 minutes to the beach. It was priced right and perfect for our family. We will definitely be back. Thanks! The Banners
Verified

4/10 Poor

Antonea S.

Pictures made the place look nicer than it was.

Pictures definitely churched it up. It was nice. Anchors and beach theme throughout. Refrigerator was outdated, ice maker did not work. Saw a few roaches but that’s to be expected. A/c was only in the living room so we slept in the bunk beds the first night. Did not sleep well so tried the bedrooms the next night. Hot but there were fans provided and a ceiling fan so it wasn’t too bad. WiFi wasn’t great and kept cutting in and out. TV had one channel plugged into it but had Netflix and amazon prime but didn’t feel comfortable putting my info in so just didn’t watch tv. The day I was supposed to check out someone sat in their car from 7:30 am till I left (I’d gotten married the night before and ended up sleeping at the groomsmens vrbo bc there was a 200$ fine for people staying over at the one I rented over the guest count, so who knows how long the car was there before I got back to pack my things. It was very unsettling. The one good thing is the vrbo contact let me check in early bc I had to pick up my bridesmaid at the airport. I would not pick this rental. The roads are not paved and covered in potholes leading to the vrbo. It rained heavily and so there were several little lakes. My little golf navigated them well but it was still aggravating steering around them.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Scottie A.

This was not the type of place that you would want to take your family.

We wanted to find a place to stay that was close to the beach at a reasonable price and when we chose this place it seemed to be what we were looking for but when we got to the house everything was very hot because they only had one air conditioning unit that was in the living room and noticed there was nothing in the bedroom at all. It was like a time warp to the 70s. I would never recommend this place for anyone. If they update the house a little bit it may be OK but we literally slept on a pullout couch for three nights and was miserable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Simple yet perfect

The property was exactly as described. Our family had everything they needed for the perfect vacation. Short drive to the beach. The outdoor space was very nice!
Archival

8/10 Good

Sharon T.

Quiet and shaded oasis

Perfect for a no frills vacation. The owners are super nice and very quick to get any questions answered. The property is older but it is clean and comfortable. it worked great for my sister and I and our 4 kids. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

6/10 Okay

Kimberly S.

It was nice, but had some issues.

I will continue saying the good things about my stay first. The cottage was very clean and had all the amenities that you could want. The outside bar and grill was fantastic. He had everything you could possibly ask for to grill out, listen to music and have a few mixed drinks. I would like to add there is one thing that would make the outside much better. If you would add a hammock it would be perfect. I also loved the privacy, but there was nobody else renting the other units. The bad things: The main room did not have ACC and even with two fans going it really got hot. I tried to leave the door open, but there were times that this was not feasible to do so. The beds were not comfortable at all. The main queen in the bedroom was alright, but still hard for my taste. The microwave broke on the second night I was there. There was not enough toilet paper, it lasted for one day. The shelves in the refrigerator fell down twice trying to put food in. I would say overall it was not bad, but not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Ocean Isle Beach Cottage

Great unit in a great location
Archival

10/10 Excellent

donna K.

Unique Units

What a kool place off the beating path! Private road with cute units. We stayed in unit 3. Very clean and neat. We love the back yard pavilion! Our family had a great time! Will definitely go back! Sarah
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carter

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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