We are located at 427 Fifth Street- We are the fourth house on the right if you come in from the main road- Snail’s Pace. We are beside a vacant lot. There is only one road onto and off of the island- come in the main road- over the bridge- go all the way to the stop sign- take a left on Main Street, take a left on 5th street. o 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms o Loft o One king bedroom o Two queen bedrooms o Pull out sofa in loft o Roll away bed- twin o Screened front porch o 2 back porches o Rocking chairs and porch swing o TV's o Wifi o Outdoor shower o High chair o Coffee pot o Plenty of pots/pans/dishes etc o Picnic table o Charcoal grill o Washer/dryer o There is a 3-ring binder in the house with more local info on a variety of topics More about island... The Island/beach:
o Sunset is usually ultra quiet o Bring a good book, walking shoes and beach chairs o The beach is very wide and is great for walking. o The Ends of the beach are great places for treasure hunting, we find all sorts of animals and shells. Plan for a low or falling tide for the best results o The Jetty is about 2 miles from the house on the far west end. It is a fun walk (that’s the only way to get there) and many times we find starfish, sand dollars. You can walk around the jetty and join the boaters picnicking and partying during pretty weather. Along the way watch for a mailbox in the dunes called “Kindred Spirit”. Plan to sit and enjoy the notes left by others or leave your thoughts on one of the notebooks you will find there. o At the East end- very close to us, the treasure hunting is fun- It looks like you could walk to Ocean Isle but beware, the tide comes in fast and is very strong. o Bikes are a good activity and can be rented on the island. o The pier has a nominal cost but is fun to check out the fishermen and their catch. o Across the bridge Oyster Bay golf course has several roadside ponds and lakes. Drive slowly or pull over to photograph some large alligators basking in the sun. o There is a small grocery store on the island- limited selection, higher prices – charming and lots of fun! o Food Lion is just across the bridge with Lowe’s close also o Ocean Isle is about 10 minutes away o Calabash is about 10 minutes away o North Myrtle about 20 minutes away o Just relax and have fun---- o You need to go to the west end of the beach road to see the Sunset one evening it is breath taking!
Property manager
Steve Guy
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sunset Beach
Located in Sunset Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cherry Grove Pier.
Travelling with kids? Consider Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Sunset Beach, NC
What's nearby
Brunswick Islands Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Oyster Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Sandpiper Bay Golf Course - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 34 min drive - 28.0 km
Holden Beach - 54 min drive - 44.8 km
Getting around
North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
The Boundary House Restaurant - 11 min drive
Gravy Southern Eatery - 8 min drive
Calabash Creamery - 10 min drive
Captain Nance's Seafood - 12 min drive
Beck's Original Calabash - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is If You Really Want To Relax............. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at If You Really Want To Relax.............?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at If You Really Want To Relax.............?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is If You Really Want To Relax............. located?
This family-friendly Sunset Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Brunswick Islands Beach, Ingram Planetarium and Rees Jones Golf Course. Oyster Bay Golf Links and Willard Byrd Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had such a wonderful getaway. The house was perfect for us and had everything we needed/wanted. The walk to the beach was amazing and my favorite part!
A snails pace was perfect for our family vacation!
The location was ideal as we had friends on the same street.
The house was fully equipped with pretty much everything you’d need for a perfect home away from home stay.
Great communication with the host too.
We’d stay again for sure!!
Our family of 6 had a great stay! The walk to the beach was easy even for our 3 year old, and the included wagon and toys made him one happy guy! Our teens loved the loft and included games, and everyone loved the outdoor shower. The house was clean and had many of the items we needed. We will definitely look to stay here again!
Overall, we liked this property. It was clean and located very near the beach. It was not communicated that the property had no linens until receiving the check in information. This was a challenge via plane from out of state. Other than that, liked the house!
The property was very clean.. well equipped.. and was close to the beach. Had an amazing time. Just make sure you have toilet paper and paper towels.. they only provide 1 extra roll.
We rate Snail’s Pace as the Best House to rent. We would not consider any other place. It has everything that we want. Our family hopes to rent again next year.
This is a great location for a family vacation! It is a short walk to the beach and there is a beach wagon on-site to tote all the necessities. The home is spacious and well equipped! Thank you for allowing us to stay, can’t wait to return!
This was our first time visiting Sunset Beach and we really enjoyed it! One of the best parts of this house was the screened in porch! We spent every evening there. It’s a short walk to the beach which is super nice. The outside shower was also a huge plus! 7 adults and a one year old fit comfortably here!
Very nice and clean property to stay at. It was a short walking distance from the beach and my family enjoyed the stay. The only thing that could’ve been better is the air conditioning system.
I'm a local resident and needed to rent additional space to accommodate some family members over the Christmas weekend. The location and house proved ideal. Everyone had a great stay. Would definitely recommended to others. The owner is very responsive and everything worked out well.
This was such a nice experience. The house was very clean, has a very well-equipped kitchen, the layout was great for two couples, the screened porch was wonderful. Super quick walk to the beach, which is just gorgeous. I’ve been coming to Sunset for years, and this was one of the best experiences I’ve had.
We have family that live in Calabash and we always enjoy going to Sunset beach but the crowds at the public access point have gotten to be too much. So we decided to stay on the island for the first time. We chose Snails Pace as it had everything we wanted. Loved the outdoor shower and the cleanliness and convenience to everything! We will be back and have already recommended it to friends!
We absolutely loved our stay on Sunset Beach! The house was everything we expected and more! We spent every morning and night in the screened in porch. Loved the outdoor shower, high ceilings, and having 2 bathrooms. We would definitely stay there again!
We planned this trip to visit friends who have a condo in Sunset and to get away with a dear friend who's wife passes 2 years ago this week. We laughed, played music and made memories. The house was perfect. The pictures don't do it justice. We will definitely be booking in the feature.
The home was perfect for a family of 5. Great location. We opted to rent bikes and spend our day at the East and West ends of the beach which are less crowded. The owner gave a prompt and helpful reply to any questions. House had everything that we needed. Sunset Beach Umbrellas was great for renting bikes as well as Julie’s Rentals.
The location is fabulous for beach access.. Couldn't ask for more in that respect! It's just a little dated but has all you need for a fabulous week on the island... The loft stays a little toasty, but lots of fans make up for that. We LOVED the screened in front porch - spent most of our family time there. Tons of parking and loved the outdoor shower/hose to not have to make the kids strip before entering the house.. Just wash off and sit on the porch for a bit! The master bed was FABULOUS, and lots of other sleeping options... One queen bedroom even had a single cot in it for a small child! Steve was helpful and attentive, even let us park there for our last day as no one was coming that day... Such a lifesaver! We're spoiled now and may have to come back and rent this beach house next year 🌊, thanks Steve!
Kathy K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
About the host
Hosted by Steve Guy
My wife Lisa and I met in school in Charlotte, NC. I am a career banker in Greensboro and Lisa continues to work as a nurse in Asheboro. Our free time is spent at Sunset. We love it in season and out of season. It is our little piece of heaven on earth.
Why they chose this property
Sunset is the perfect place to vacation whether alone, romantic get away, or family vacation. This is a beautiful home on a great street with wide dunes, abundant wildlife, and ocean breezes. You won't be disappointed.
What makes this property unique
Our home was called Snail's Pace when we purchased it. The name has grown on us and is a perfect fit. The home is perfectly positioned a 30 second walk from the beach access and is very livable and comfortable.
From the porch swing and rockers, to games and grilling Snail's Pace provides the most relaxing times possible.