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OIB Canal Home - GREAT outdoor - under house & screen porch, LARGE kitchen, DOCK

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Master #2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

OIB Canal Home - GREAT outdoor - under house & screen porch, LARGE kitchen, DOCK

WHY KNOT? Vacation Home. Bring your boat and dog! Sleeps 8 adults comfortably…can sleep up to 11 with kids. This open floor plan, renovated home features a spacious 4 bedroom / 2 bathroom plan (plus outdoor shower) that has been expanded (over 1,600 square feet). Why Knot is located on one of OIB’s straight out canals putting you on the Intracoastal Waterway in minutes via your boat or our kayak (included) from your own private dock. There are lots of great spaces to enjoy outside whether it is the screened in porch, open deck to star gaze or the large space under the house with TV and shade all afternoon! And you’re within short walking distance of the new park and concerts, pier, putt-putt, restaurants and activities, and beach, or you can enjoy to quiet and solitude of being near the end of the street.

The tastefully decorated interior features a master bedroom with 1 king and a sitting area looking over the canal. There is a second room with 1 king that also looks over the canal. Enjoy beautiful sunrises from each of these rooms. There are 2 guest rooms. One with 1 queen and 1 twin, and a second large guest room with 1 queen and a twin daybed with a twin trundle. Each bedroom has a full closet. New bedding and frames, new sofa and loveseat, and smart TV’s (7) in every bedroom, the living room, and on the screened porch. The outdoor living and grilling area (blackstone too) under the house make for great relaxing and being able to watch all of your shows and sports from anywhere! The home has a spacious kitchen with all appliances and just off the kitchen is a main level laundry room with washer and dryer. The kitchen is fully stocked with kitchen utensils, pots, pans and large pots for seafood boils. Also, a crock pot and margarita machine. There is a regular coffee pot and a Keurig. The dining table will seat 6 plus 4 at the bar. New LVP flooring in the main area and master. Ceiling fans in every room. This home provides the best of the traditional beach bungalow with modern finishes and conveniences.

The exterior features a delightful screened porch just off the living room that looks over the canal with a sofa and two chairs, tv and sunscreens. There is also a main level deck with chairs and a table perfect for cocktails overlooking the canal while you enjoy the stars and the breeze blowing through the palm trees. On the ground level, there’s a spacious, clean and private outdoor shower, locking storage area for tackle, coolers or anything else with an ice maker and extra refrigerator. The cook in your family will enjoy the 4 burner gas grill and 36” gas Blackstone, both adjacent to the seating area under the house and out of the sun or rain. There is ample deck space with 2 picnic tables, bar and bar stools, lounge chairs, rockers and 6 adirondack chairs, and a swing. The dock has a very nice fish cleaning station with fresh water and a fresh water hose for cleaning your boat, toys or flushing your engine. A great house for those that love to fish! The fenced area allows your pets (fee applicable for pets) to roam while you enjoy the deck space, dock and outdoor area under the house. There are crab traps on site and you can crab and fish off of the dock in the natural canal. We also provide beach chairs for your use on the beautiful OIB beaches! Ample parking ensures room for all both in the drive way and under the house.

The golf cart on site is not for guest use nor is it included in the rent, however we’ll be happy to provide info for rental companies that offer golf carts. Please feel free to enjoy the kayak! No linens or towels are provided however we’re happy to refer you to rental companies for this as well. Rental boats, jet skis, kayaks and bikes are all available close by.

This is a water lover’s paradise, close to everything, and very well appointed for your perfect Ocean Isle Beach vacation!

Property manager

Kent and Kristin Couch

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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

Pets allowed
Max 2 dogs, weigh limit 50 pounds or need approval
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ocean Isle Beach

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Ocean Ridge Plantation - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Holden Beach - 47 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Isle Beach Pier - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Makai Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Isle Creamery - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is OIB Canal Home - GREAT outdoor - under house & screen porch, LARGE kitchen, DOCK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OIB Canal Home - GREAT outdoor - under house & screen porch, LARGE kitchen, DOCK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OIB Canal Home - GREAT outdoor - under house & screen porch, LARGE kitchen, DOCK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OIB Canal Home - GREAT outdoor - under house & screen porch, LARGE kitchen, DOCK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ocean Isle Beach. Ingram Planetarium and Rees Jones Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

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

Great house!

Everything was great! There are a lot of extras in the house. The downstairs was perfect for hanging out after the beach and tne shower was a bonus. No complaints!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

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

Nicest Ocean Isle We Have Stayed At

We have been staying at Ocean Isle for 33 years. This was by far the cleanest and best maintained property we have stayed at. It was nicely decorated and the kitchen was large with plenty of pots, plates, glasses, bowls, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda g.

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

Great beach w for a friends getaway!

Love that all 5 bedrooms have a bathroom. And a 1/2 bath in the living room too. Convenient to beach access. Love that this place is dog friendly too.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase W.

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

Convenient Location!

My family and I are frequent visitors of OIB but this was our first time at Why Knot. I can truly recommend this property for families and boat owners as the location is perfect. A short walk to the beach or the center of OIB. For boat owners you are a very short distance to fuel and bait. The property is well thought out and set up perfectly for those who want to spend time on the water. Kristen and Kent are friendly and prompt to communicate. They have thought of everything to make your time as enjoyable as possible!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

We had a perfect vacation!

I can’t say enough about our stay at WhyKnot. The home was so comfortable and had everything you could need and more: a full kitchen, screened-in porch, and amazing outdoor area under the house. Right on the canal and only a few minutes to the beach. Kristin and Kent were so kind and helpful. I hope to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

P M.

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

Perfect for us!

Why Knot was the perfect place to stay for us - comfortable for all people and dog, convenient to restaurants, grocery stores and activities. From booking our stay, to time of departure Kristin and Kent kept in touch and were informative. A lovely Welcome note and package greeted us upon arrival. I loved how everything was labeled! ....eliminating guess work. Even a reminder about the full moon and best viewing area truly personalized and considerate. We plan on staying here again! Thanks for sharing Why Knot with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C., Sanford

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

Perfect vacation

My family and I had such a good time at “WHY NOT”. We have stayed in several houses at Ocean Isle Beach and this house is top notch. The house was very clean, it’s on a nice canal within walking distance to the beach and the communication with the host was direct and easy. “WHY NOT”, has all the amenities you could ask for. You can definitely tell that the owners take pride in their property. We’re ready for a summer trip when we can enjoy the water. Thanks for trusting us with your beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

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

Beachy Christmas

We had an amazing stay at Why knot. The hosts were great communicators and the house was nicely equipped. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

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

Perfect!

This house was great and had plenty of room and everything you need. Working with Kristin and Kent was super easy and they were very accommodating. We will defintely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for Doggie Vacation

Kristen and Kent have a wonderful home with so many amenities.It is right on a canal which we enjoyed-we loved their setup under the house with a bar,TV,chairs etc.It is fenced off and we could just let the dogs roam safely-luckily they are not brave enough to jump in. The house is spacious, beds comfortable.Wish the price included linens/towels but everything else was available. They are surrounded by water-I would suggest renting a golf cart. Their communication is excellent and you will love Ocean isle-they gave us lots of restaurant recommendations and we enjoyed them all.Thanks Kristin and Kent!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect house, perfect hosts!

Wonderful relaxing stay at Why Knot?! Quiet and friendly location, with picturesque Ocean Isle Beach as the centerpiece to a perfect vacation. Our hosts were welcoming and very kind with recommendations and reminders about the house. The house had every amenity we needed and more. We will be back…why knot? 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Most definitely a "home away from home"!

The home and property was everything that was advertised...and more! Very comfortable and accomodating. Spacious for our family of 8, plus our 2 dogs. The owners thought of everything and were so very gracious in sharing their home and amenties with our family. It was quite a treat...from the kitchen to the dock...we didn't want for anything! Life was GREAT! Thank you so much for a memorable vacation with my family. We look forward to another visit to OIB at WhyKnot!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

OIB Vacation

We had a great time at OIB and loved staying at the Why Knot. The house is clean and beautifully decorated. Our check in process and continued communication with the owner was seamless. The house was fully stocked and the attention to detail was incredible. The owners truly thought of everything to make the experience more enjoyable. We would definitely love to return to the Why Knot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Rental with Many Amenities

This rental was perfect for our 8-person group. It was very comfortable with plenty of places to sit inside and out. Also many games inside and out, and tv's in/out too! We enjoyed the well-stocked, spacious kitchen and never ran out of ice. This is a great rental -if only we owned a boat!! PS: All VRBO owners should provide a detailed list of what the rental has and does not have, plus a bunch of tips, like ours did - it was very much appreciated!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina I.

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

VACA 2023

We had a wonderful week at Why-Knot. The owners were very attentive, had a nice welcome note and goodie bag for us when we arrived. Checked in with us thru the week to make sure everything is okay. We had our first grandchild with us so it was such a special trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Absolute perfection !!

Nothing about our entire stay could have been any better. They house was perfect as well as the communication from the owners. We will definitely be booking again !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

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

Wonderful home on the canal

We had a wonderful time at Why Knot?! It is everything you need for a great beach vacation! The kitchen was well-stocked with the things we needed to cook and the outdoor spaces are fantastic. The kids really enjoyed fishing from the dock. The location is great as it’s close to the beach and the center of the island. Communication from the owners was also great. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LISA M.

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

Why Knot keep coming back?

Our family was very happy with everything about this home. From communication, to check in, to location, to amenities, it was all excellent. The hosts were very helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Keyless checkin was very convenient. The screened porch was a favorite gathering place as it was shaded in the afternoons. With our golf cart, we were 1-2 minutes from the beach, the park, the pier, and restaurants. Our family all agreed that we would return to Why Knot again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carson B.

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

Wonderful time!

Fantastic hosts!! Great communication and the home was lovely. Perfect location, very clean and equipped with everything you can imagine! We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

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

Great spot at OIB

Loved Why Knot and definitely plan on returning. Great location and within walking distance to morning coffee, evening wine, and mini-golf for the kids. And it looks like there’s a boat rental that will deliver to the dock out back. House was in great shape and the hosts were very helpful and thoughtful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger Z., Concord, North Carolina

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

Comfortable and Cozy!

Kristin and Kent have a wonderful canal home and were gracious with their time and making sure our stay was great! We loved the screened in porch and appreciated the comfort of the beds. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

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

Wonderful Getaway

We had a great stay! The house has something for everyone and we especially enjoyed relaxing on the screened in porch over looking the water. We were close enough to walk to the beach and the restaurants on Ocean Isle which was definitely a plus! The house was clean and just as advertised. We could hang out, stress free alongside our dogs without having to worry since it is completely fenced in below the house where there are rocking chairs, a porch swing, grills, bar, TV, dock, the list goes on! Thank you so much for having us and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W., Waxhaw, NC

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

Perfect getaway!

This home was one of our top two rentals ever and the best we have booked in OIB. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and all the little amenities that made this rental stand out. There were fishing rods and crab traps and there was a kayak available so we could make full use of the canal behind the home. We booked the “Follow Me” team for deep sea fishing and they picked us up on the dock behind the home. Everything was great. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Wonderful clean updated house

House was just as described. Very clean and updated. Owners great to communicate with and available at anytime for questions and recommendations. Had a toddler, pet and family. Felt very safe and house was equipped with all we needed! Will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessie B.

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

Perfect Location & Great Communication

This is the perfect beach house!! We hope to come back again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kent and Kristin Couch

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Kent and I have been visiting OIB for many years and it has always been a dream to own here. We were married on the beach at OIB and have many fond memories here. We love to travel and have visited many beaches up and down the NC and SC coast and always come back to OIB as our favorite place. We have 3 kiddos in college. We also have several fur babies who love to come to the beach.

Why they chose this property

Kent and I love to be around water whether its on our boat or at the beach. So, we knew we wanted to be on the canal. A west facing house (shade in the hot afternoon) and a natural canal was a plus for us! Plus being at the quieter end of the street but walking distance to concerts, the park and restaurants was another plus. The house was previously owned by full time residents and very well cared for. It feels more like a home than a rental, we just put our beachy touch on it!

What makes this property unique

Spacious 4 / 2 house (typical shot gun house in OIB), renovated, LARGE kitchen, sitting area in master, laundry on main floor, fans and smart TVs in all rooms including screened in porch and under house, screened in porch with shades for morning sun, storage area with ice maker, beach chairs, dock (BRING YOUR BOAT and YOUR PUP!).

Languages:

English