To say we enjoyed our stay at Ocean Isle is an understatement. To start, Steve's communication with us was phenomenal, from ensuring we were settled in upon arrival, to answering questions during our stay, to post trip items. Steve even checked for an item we thought we left behind. The location is amazing. The beach is so close. There are steps up and down the beach boardwalk, but my 72 year old father with mobility issues was able to handle them. The pool is also just a few steps away just be aware if you come in October, like we did, that the pool is not heated and quite cold. However, the hot tub more than made up for that. Between the beach and the hot tub, we were more than content. The house was very clean and cozy. We spent many mornings on the front porch. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was very well stocked, if you wanted to cook, although we ate out most nights or made simple grab and go meals. October is also a spectacular time to visit Ocean Isle. You have the place to yourself. The crowds are gone and it's so quiet. We had the beach to ourselves most days. The temperatures are perfection. Slightly, cool in the mornings and evenings, but by noon you are totally comfortable to be in a swimsuit on the beach without melting and enjoy the refreshing ocean water. We highly recommend Mermaid'sTale. Location, time of year, the house, amenities, amazing owner. You cannot go wrong. Enjoy!

The property was very nice and unique on the block. I am a griller and the grill being dirty did not excite me to clean it to use it. But others may be able to look past this. I did find the backyard pictures on line to not reflect current. Appeared to have some privacy with some multi-stemmed tree/shrubs. But this little bit of vegetation was not there and the backyard was zero privacy. Again others may look past this too. The only other item is around the hot tub we could not get the temperature of the water to what we are use too and so this was a disappointment and so we did not use the backyard at all. Overall I would recommend the house to rent as it was well equipped, and very nice to be across the street from beach access.

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We spent 5 days here and everything was great! Kitchen is stocked with items needed to cook and bake with. The hot tub and access to the neighborhood pool were great ways to mix it up with our younger kids! The access to the beach was quick and easy to get to even when loaded down with all of the beach accessories. The home is filled with tons of beach chairs and items to use on the beach. It was a great week with perfect weather- would highly recommend and stay again!

Met some friends here for a long weekend. We couldn’t have picked a better location! The house was perfect for our group. We hope to be back soon!

The house is in a great location, easy access to pool and beach. Great outdoor space, loved the porch, we enjoyed our stay and would rent again next time we need a rental.

This property was just as advertised. We had a wonderful week! The location is perfect. The house was fully stocked, linens, towels and everything needed in the kitchen. We were staying here when tropical storm Idalia came up the east coast from Florida and the owner Steve was in constant contact with us to make sure we had everything we needed and kept us up to date on info from the storm. We will definitely return to this property in the future.

Steps to the beach and pool. Loved the front porch and swing. Easy drive to shops and restaurants.