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Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Interior
1st floor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

2nd Floor

1 King Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

First floor

1 Queen Bed

First Floor

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor

Toilet

1st Floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9

20 Channel Drive, Island Park ~ The Shell Shack! Perfect family vacation spot just a short walk (less than 1/4 mile) from the beach and one block from the largest community pool!
Sleeps 9 - 1 King, 3 Queen beds , 1 twin trundle.
65 inch smart TV in FR with YouTube TV account provided. All bedrooms have tv's with streaming capability.
Fully stocked kitchen with all new appliances in 2023. LG oven with convection and air fry mode, blender, mixer, Keurig dual with carafe. ***NEWLY RENOVATED BATHROOMS IN 11/25***

Washer/Dryer, Iron
Gas Grill
Large back deck overlooks serene fountain on Lagoon frontage, and also provides afternoon shade for incredible peaceful dinners.
Relax in the hammock or adirondack chairs underneath the house.
Beach chairs and beach wagon provided. 2 kayaks available for use!
Two community pools, community docks for fishing, crabbing, kayaking and more.
Outdoor shower, outdoor dining, gas grill.

**Bring your own linens (sheets & bath towels) or we can provide contact info for linen rental service**

**Paper products - one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and roll of paper towels in the kitchen is provided to get you started for your stay**

**Hand towels provided - please wash and put away upon departure**
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Pull trash bins to street
Set AC to 72
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Absolutely no parking on grass area. Please park under the house and on paved areas only
No smoking anywhere on the premises - including decks and underneath house
Renters are responsible for all damages

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 1895136

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Ocean Isle Beach

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and North Myrtle Beach Beaches. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking, and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Holden Beach - 31 min drive - 35.5 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 34 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Broadway at the Beach - 49 min drive - 68.8 km
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 53 min drive - 70.9 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fibber McGees - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chubby Buddha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Manor House Dinette - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9 on Apr 13, 2026 start from $305, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Park Home on the water! Short walk to beach. Sleeps 9 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ocean Isle Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Museum of Coastal Carolina. Ingram Planetarium and Rees Jones Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and plenty of room for our golf trip. Short walk to beach and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very nice and clean. The kitchen is well-stocked with the things you need. Ocean Isle Beach is great. We love to visit here especially in October.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great property!

Spacious property. Close to beach and pool in community. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Great place

Wonderful time at the beach. A really nice house. Not too far from the beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh T.

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

Amazing stay!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay for my brothers wedding. The house was in the perfect location and we loved the decor!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect house for a summer beach vacation! Clean and updated, all the comforts of home, great location! Host is easily accessible and so very nice! Our family of 4 plus a friend of each of our children could not have found a better place to stay...we will be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brooklyn S.

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

Spring Break at Shell Shack

The property was perfect for a spring break getaway—spacious, clean, and exactly as described. It had everything we needed, and the location made it easy to relax and have a great time. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a friendly neighborhood. The home was very clean and spacious for the 5 of us. A short walk to the beach and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Island Park

Nice property; fun trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

xiaoming w.

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

Great getaway location

This is a great house in a great location! We loved watching the turtles in the back lagoon. Clean, well appointed, great communication with the owner, and lots of room!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

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

Nice

Very nice, we would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

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

Great house! Great location!

The owner was very responsive to any questions we had. House is very clean and in a very quiet little neighborhood in Ocean Isle!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert H.

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

Fun Times

We had a great time and looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Great Vacation

We really enjoyed the location of this house. Beautiful neighborhood! Loved the decks in the evening after a full beach day. The house had everything we needed. We had a couple small issues and reached out to the host. She addressed them quickly and we were very happy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Perfect beach house

Beautiful house….immaculate home and well equipped kitchen, loved walking to the beach, and loved eating on the porch with the water feature behind us. It was a perfect place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Family Getaway

This is an amazing beach house! Very clean, well decorated, great amenities, comfortable, easy access to the beach and very close to the Ocean Isle restaurants and stores. We had a wonderful time and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

OIB summer vacation

We loved the beach house, and the owner was responsive. We enjoyed our week at OIB
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley W.

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

Can’t wait to go back

Gorgeous home. Great location. Property manager was easy to work with with our questions. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hannah s.

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

Relaxing vacation!!

Wow what a cute house and great location! We really enjoyed our stay. We were very comfortable there from the cleanliness to the beds! The owner was super communicative before we even got there to make sure we knew exactly what to expect. Great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent R.

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

Excellent location

We had a very nice stay at the shell shack. The house was very clean, in a calm neighborhood. If we ever go back in OIB, we will stay there again !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sun L.

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

Beautiful home

Wonderful location, beautifully decorated home. The beds were very comfortable. Everything was perfect, right down to the great water pressure in the showers. We will definitely be back and stay here again when visiting the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer E.

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

Beach trip

We had a great stay. The property was very nice and clean. We waited through the storm and got to have 3 days in the sun. Where it rained we spent most of the time in the house and we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Ocean Isle Getaway

This was our second time staying at this property and I highly recommend it. It’s a lovely house and so close to the beach, grocery stores, and restaurants. The owners have done a great job keeping the place maintained and modern. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a vacation spot in this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Just a few minor things, but we totally loved it. Looking to rebook for next year

Very nice place. Worked perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance C.

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

Amazing experience!

We enjoyed Island Park!! Very quiet and relaxing vacation! 20 Channel Drive was wonderful. So clean and fit our needs well. Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Hounshell

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We have been coming to Ocean Isle Beach for 15+ years and in January of 2020 checked off a bucket list item of owning our own home in Island Park! We are a family of 5 from Raleigh, NC and hope you enjoy making as many great memories year as we have! Our home is a short walk to the beach, pool and sound!

Why they chose this property

Well appointed with everything you need for a great beach vacation with your family! Just a short walk to the beach, Island Park pool and the sound. Relaxing lagoon with fountain out your backdoor

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