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Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views

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The cottage got a new paint job this spring! She looks fantastic!
The Seawith.  Come stay with us!
The front porch has a wonderful view of the ocean. Relaxation at its finest.
New pier - No more splinters!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Holden Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views

Ocean Isle Beach has a lot going for it; it's the PERFECT beach and the Seawitch is front row! Situated close to golf courses, outlet malls, musical entertainment, great seafood, and some of the most spectacular sunsets this side of the Mississippi! Come spend a long weekend or summer week in our cozy cottage right on the water where you can sit on the front porch and watch the waves roll in.

This Ocean Front Cottage on OIB is located where the island is the least crowded but the pier, puttputt, shops and restaurants are a short walk away. It is an easy walk to the Friday night concerts in the park.

The 'Seawitch', aptly named, because that is what my grandmother said she looked like as she came up out of the water from a swim, is a beautiful, family oriented, lovingly cared for, cottage style OCEAN FRONT PROPERTY at Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

This five bedroom cottage has two bedrooms with one queen-sized bed each, two bedrooms with one queen and one double bed, and one bedroom with two double beds each for a total capacity of 16 plus a baby bed in one of the rooms. We do not offer linen service, but we recommend that if you want book linens to contact Angie's Linens at Ocean Isle Beach, NC at 910-575-2788. Book early they are only open M-F 8-6. Or cut your price by bringing your own bed linens and towels.

Each year we do renovations or improvements in the spring. We are constantly upgrading and replacing items to make sure that you have a wonderful experience. This year we bought five new hybrid medium firm mattresses and they are comfy. We do take our renters suggestions to heart when planning improvements for the next year, so please make any suggestions in our on site Guest Book. We would love for you to return year after year!

Built in 1979 with the 'old style' beach cottage in mind, the kitchen, dining area and the living room are in the middle and the bedrooms on the sides of the house. The cottage has three bathrooms upstairs, a outside enclosed shower downstairs, and a place to rinse off on the pier.

The real luxury of the house though is the front porch and deck area with its rocking chairs, picnic table, and loungers. Feel the ocean breezes flow over you as your cares slip away. No need to stake your claim by arriving to the beach in the early hours of the morning, as we are on a less crowded area of the beach, so you can just walk off our pier and set up your beach chairs whenever you are ready. Then, once you have had enough sun and fun for the day, run off the beach and straight up to your cottage, take a shower in the outside shower, and sit in a rocking chair until you dry off from your swim. The clothes line is usually seen with towels and bathing suits flapping in the wind.

Make yourself some 'Frogmore Stew', throw it out on some newspapers on the large dining room table and tell the kids to dig in. Hang up some party lights and dance on the deck to some Jimmy Buffett as the sun sets in the distance. This is the cottage to take you back to a simpler time!

This house is well stocked with items that many of the rentals do not include. The kitchen is fully stocked with enough dishes, glasses, silverware, pots, pans, etc. to feed large family. My dad thought he was Emeril so you will find all kinds of gadgets in the kitchen drawers. We also have books, games, and movies scattered around in different drawers/places for you to borrow during your stay.

For all you movie buffs and sports enthusiasts, you can sit in the living room and enjoy movies or sports on the large HDTV complete with BlueRay DVD Player and surround sound. Look out the window and watch the ocean instead of the commercials!

Focus Broadband High Speed Wireless Internet with a MERGE TV app are included. There is a flatscreen TV and Amazon Firestick in every bedroom.

Our family has been so spoiled by this beach house that to go anywhere else is a letdown. The location is perfect, you will feel a stress let down as you cross over the bridge to the island and transition to 'island time'.

Staying at the family friendly OIB is the BEST place to be, but if you long for some night life and outlet shopping, you are only a few minutes away. Myrtle Beach is only 20 - 30 minutes south, and Wilmington 45 minutes north on Hwy 17. Calabash is known for the best seafood in the nation and it is a mere 10 minutes away. If you want to catch a movie, you can head to North Myrtle Beach. Golfers, there are golf courses all around you. Adventurers you can head out to The Swamp Park on Airport Road to go on a guided ATV or Swamp boat tour or even Zip Line. Historic Southport, NC is only 35 minutes away. When we are sunburnt we forgo the beach and catch the Ferry at Southport to Fort Fisher. You will not run out of things to do.

Property manager

Eric Hall
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Do not move the furniture or the mattresses around. Our cleaner is a small woman and is not strong enough to move furniture back by herself.
Do not grill out under the house or on the porches. This is a town regulation.
Do not leave the windows open with the air conditioning or heat on. These freezes up the system and creates mold around the ductwork.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ocean Isle Beach

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is on 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 Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 39 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Holden Beach - 41 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Isle Beach Pier - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Isle Creamery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sarah's Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Joey O's Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocean Isle Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Ocean Isle Beach and Museum of Coastal Carolina. Rees Jones Golf Course and Leopard's Chase Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia D.

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

A TG full of Gratitude

8 adults and 2 children family stayed to celebrate TG together. The house is an older home filled with charm and so many extras. The first night an owl landed on the rail to greet us. All the sunrises and sunsets you could want . Would absolutely stay again.from the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

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

Perfect on the beach

Plenty of room for a group of 12 adults. Lots of extra supplies in the kitchen and bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

wanda w.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful views. Loved the porch. Good location. Spqcious.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Amazing

Perfect ocean front house
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie V.

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

Lovely

It was a great week. Loved the house and the location. Had no complaints. The toilet paper dispenser in the small bathroom was at a pretty bizarre location but I have long arms so it worked.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vacation

Loved the property and location. Host is the best! Kim kept in touch throughout our short stay, because of hurricane Debby. Very very helpful and extremely understanding to our situation. I would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaina S.

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

Our new favorite place

This property was everything the owners said it would be. Perfect for our family. My 2 year old absolutely loved the big deck! The owners were beyond helpful and super nice. By day 2, our whole family agreed we would love to book this house again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

The Seawitch Spectacular!

My extended family spent a week at the Seawitch over July 4th. We were 11 total, ages from 2-68. The house had everything we needed for an easy, peaceful week. Kim was very quick in her response with any communication/question I had. We slept SO well on the new beds. We lived on the porch/beach, but were just a 10minute walk to the pier with putt putt, playgrounds, slushies, etc. The house was very clean for middle of the summer, and the children found it especially exciting to have a TV in every room :). This house is a gem, and we will absolutely be booking again! Thank you for opening up your lovely home. We made wonderful memories here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Patsy D.

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

The friendly SeaWotch

We really enjoyed our stay. We were lucky to meet the owners who were super friendly. They left the house well stocked with extras. The walk to beach was a little challenging for us with issues. But there was a public access a couple houses down. The owners were trying to make repairs outside as we could tell from the wood pile. I do wish that we could have seen the ocean in front of house but dunes prohibit that. We would return!! Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Family Thanksgiving getaway

The house is very cute and clean. The host decorated for Christmas which was a nice touch. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and flatware with plenty of cookware to make Thanksgiving dinner. The beds were very comfortable too. The house did smell musty when we first got there but after opening the windows it aired out. I would recommend this house - it was great and there was good communication with the host!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Cathy S.

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

Kitchen

We enjoyed our visit. We felt that the kitchen could use some fixing up. Cleaning out pots and pans. Other than that everything was great. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa n.

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

House is awesome!

We love this house! This was our 2nd year staying here and can’t wait to book next years trip. The house is perfect. The hosts are great. The house is exactly what you see on the listing. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff E.

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

Great family va ation

Great stay! We liked the place but thought it needed a good cleaning. (Dusty, heat/ac vents very dirty) beds where uncomfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald T.

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

Another Amazing trip!

This is our 2nd year staying at this house and we are already counting the days until our next vacation here. The location/view is perfect. Steps from the beach and then the covered deck if you want to get out of the sun, etc. We love the old school beach house vibe with the modern kitchen. For us and our teenage sons it was PERFECT!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Great location

This was a great place for a family get together. Lots of beds, 3 full baths and outside shower was perfect! Hosts were responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Perfect Family Vacation spot

We had a week with ages 4 to 87. Location was so convenient. The property is just as described. The only reason for the 4 stars on cleanliness was not the owner’s fault and easily remedied. Owners were great with communication. We hope to return to the Sea Witch!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great house right on the beach!

We spent a family reunion at this house and it was perfect for what we needed. It is right on the beach and has a beautiful deck perfect for any weather. The inside is clean, updated and spacious
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

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

Wonderful spot on the ocean

Clean place with great character. Perfect for families/kids. Close to everything. Beautiful deck area with lots of seating for relaxation after a day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

GREAT STAY AT OIB!

We have stayed at this property for a good number of years and it fits our family's needs very well. So great to walk out the back door and go for a walk on the sand or a swim in the water. We do a lot of our own cooking so we appreciate the good supply of cooking utensils, serving pieces,place settings. Enough that we only have to run the dishwasher once a day. New living room furnishings were pretty and functional. All in all, a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Lovely Beach House

We had a great family vacation. Clean house and very much enjoyed the comfortable beds and the new living room furniture
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

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

Great location!

We loved staying at the Seawitch. We had a little trouble with the door code, but it was quickly resolved. We had a group of 14, so our house was full! Having the deck was invaluable extension of living space. We loved the rockers on the deck and the outdoor showers. If you are travelling with babies/toddlers, consider bringing baby gates for the deck stairways. You'll need wide gates - there are 42" and 38" stairways. We bought them shortly after arriving so that the kids go safely go to the deck. Overall, we were really happy! The house is close to a cute downtown area. Walkable to a nice park, lots of dinner spots, and the Coastal Carolina Museum.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marisa K.

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

Cozy beach

Everyone loved the location on the beach and walking distance to the pier and the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah f.

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

Wonderful stay

This is exactly what we where looking for at a reasonable price. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Ashley H.

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

Wedding stay review

The house was nice. We got answers very quickly when we had questions. We had one issue that got taken care of quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia A., LEXINGTON

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

November trip

We enjoyed our mini vacation at the Seawitch. The house was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Eric Hall

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Our family lives in the central part of North Carolina but have been traveling to Ocean Isle Beach on weekends forever. My husband and I both retired from the public school system of NC and enjoy as many beach days as possible. We have three children, one graduated from UNC, owns an insurance business, and is married with three children, another graduated from UNCW as a math major, teaches math, and is married with three young children, and our youngest graduated from UNCW and WSSU, is an Occupational Therapist and is married with two young children and another on the way at then end of the summer. When we are all at the Seawitch you can be sure we will be having a crazy fun time with lots of laughter, sharing meals, late night card games, sunning and swimming. We love our family oriented beach house. We use those EIGHT grandchildren aged 2, 3, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 12 to test out the house for YOU, our renters, and boy do they put the Seawitch through her paces. If you rent with us you're guaranteed some quality family time. It may be a little crazy, but FUN!

Why they chose this property

This is a family beach house that has been in our family for AGES. We originally owned a house in the 1960s on the same lot, but wanted to update so we sold the older home, moved it, and built a "new" one on the lot in the late 70s. Since then the house has had several major remodels and upgrades. We've thought about doing that again and building a two story, but the house has so many memories and we like how the size of it pulls us together.

What makes this property unique

The very BEST thing about this beach house is its location. After staying ocean front in an area that is located on a part of the island that is not very crowded, we are spoiled. We like its location which is close to, but not in the middle of, other more crowded touristy places. So if we want laid back, we lay back, if we want to get in the middle of it, we go out to Myrtle Beach or Wilmington on an adventure. At least once a year, we grab the ferry from Southport to Fort Fisher and have lunch at the Provisions Company and head to the Aquarium.

Oceanfront homes like ours are getting harder and harder to find, because they are being sold and moved in order to make way for larger multilevel homes. My husband and I are old enough to remember when most of the houses on Ocean Isle Beach were smaller cottages like ours. Those new large homes are very beautiful, but we enjoy the simplicity, the nostalgia, and the togetherness that our home brings. We think you will too.

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