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A beachside seating area with white tables and chairs, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean. - Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! (Ocean Isle Beach)
A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. - Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! (Ocean Isle Beach)
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through the windows. - Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! (Ocean Isle Beach)
A large swimming pool with a central deck area and multiple lounge chairs. - Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! (Ocean Isle Beach)
A living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a staircase. - Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! (Ocean Isle Beach)
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 144000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind!

  • Founder's Manor is the home of Ocean Isle Beach founder, Odell Williamson and his wife Virginia. The home sits atop a 4-lot tract known as Gause's Hill. It is surrounded by undeveloped land and offers a panoramic, unobstructed view of both the Atlantic Ocean and Jink's Creek. Founder’s Manor is centrally located and is less than 1/4 mile (2-4 minute walk) from many of the island’s most popular destinations. Some of these include: the Ocean Isle Beach Town Park, The Museum of Coastal Carolina, The Ocean Isle Beach Pier, River Country Mini Golf, Sunset Slush, Ocean Isle Beach Creamery, Jink’s Creek Waterfront Grille, Pelican’s Perch, the Islander Inn and the Ocean Isle Inn. Additionally, the Ocean Isle Beach Chapel is across the street for those who are interested in a destination wedding or attending a local church service while visiting. The split level home has 4 floors offering: 5 bedrooms, 3 and ½ baths, two kitchens, a formal dining room, a formal living room, a den/reading room, a sun porch, and the Island’s only basement. All bedrooms have a view of the ocean or Jink's Creek. There is a sizable concrete patio space for outdoor entertaining as well as large grassy areas suitable for an ocean or sound view tent should you wish to host a celebration (permit required depending on tent size). Rentals will also include access to the exclusive Isles Beach Club for the duration of your stay. Whether you are a family traveling from out of town, a bridal party looking for a beautiful setting for your celebration, or an individual looking for a local getaway, Founder’s Manor offers a unique, picturesque location that is truly one of a kind.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 453 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please put clean dishes away.
Please leave stripped sheets by bed and comforters/shams on top of bed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 453 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Town tent permit required if larger than 20 x 20

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Town tent permit required if larger than 20 x 20
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

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. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. With kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Ocean Isle Beach travel guide
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.
    Ocean Isle Beach
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A beach with waves, a person in red, and tall grasses.
    Holden Beach
    31 min drive - 33.2 km
  • A large Ferris wheel, a beach, and a pier with buildings in the background.
    Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
    53 min drive - 70.7 km
  • Intracoastal Waterway
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Inlet View Bar & Grill
    12 min drive
  • Makai Brewing Company
    11 min drive
  • San Jose Mexican Restaurant
    11 min drive
  • Marias Pizzeria
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly/One-of-a-kind! located?

This family-friendly Ocean Isle Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Intracoastal Waterway and Ocean Isle Beach. Museum of Coastal Carolina is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.

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