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Sound Side With Sunset View
| Sleeps | 8 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,200 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 3 nights |
Overview
4 BR 2BA with view of sound and ICW
Backwater Macs is a charming beach house with four bedrooms and two baths situated on the sound/icw side of sunset beach. After a day on the beach, golfing or shopping, just relax and spend your evenings in a rocking chair on the screened in porch watching the sun set over the marsh. Backwater Mac’s has one of the best sunset views on the island.
With a dock out back you can use the kayak to explore the calm backwaters of sunset beach island. You can also paddle to the uninhabited Bird Island to look for turtle nests and the ever popular kindred spirit mailbox. (the mailbox is filled with notebooks, pens and pencils along with the stories and tales of all the travelers who’ve journeyed to this place. Each entry begins with the phrase “dear kindred spirit.”)
The beach is an easy 5 minute walk or a 1 minute bike ride (there are 4 bikes available under the house). The expansive beach is sure to please everyone in your group. The 40th street access is the last access path on the west side of the island and is very quiet. Young adults can easily walk to the pier to shop or drop a hook from the pier. But if that’s not your thing, then plop your chair down, get out your book and just breathe. Young children can easily be watched while they run wild on the beach.
Things to do?
Golf: Sea Trail and Oyster Bay are minutes away and there are at least 10 other golf courses within 15 minutes.
Putt putt golf: is at the base of the inland side of the bridge. Our kids grew up playing there every time we went to the beach. Now it boasts a grill with an awesome menu and is very child friendly.
Fresh seafood: Bills Seafood is on the inland side of the bridge and has been an icon at Sunset Beach for years. Crabby Oddwaters is up the outside stairs and is a fun restaurant/bar that overlooks a creek. If you go to Crabbys, be sure to check out the biggest local shell collection we’ve ever seen.
Shopping: First, there is Island Breeze on the inland side of the bridge. You’ll find high end trendy clothes and accessories for both men and women. An outlet mall is located in north myrtle beach about 20 minutes away. Barefoot Landing hosts cute shops and restaurants on the ICW. Or head to Myrtle Beach for the crowds and shops.
About Harry and Mary Jane McCracken
Harry and Mary Jane McCracken have lived in Cary, NC for 30 years and have vacationed at Sunset Beach for the last 28 years. Their two boys grew up crabbing on the dock, riding their bikes all over the island and swimming and surfing in the ocean.
Harry and Mary Jane McCracken purchased this house in 1985
Why Harry and Mary Jane McCracken chose Southern Coast
This is a very special place for our family. It is far removed from the hustle and bustle but still close enough to Myrtle Beach for some shopping or rainy day visits to the aquarium and other tourist spots. Golf courses galore...
It's a great value for your family.
What makes this house unique
Boat dock. Unobstructed view of the marsh and sunset. Great neighbors. One of the widest beach you will find in NC. The beach faces south and is growing in size. You can easily walk to Bird Island for very private sunning or picnicking. Our end of the beach is lightly population compared to other locations on the island.
Amenities
Sunset Beach House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1200 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 8
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only ...
- Waterfront
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Living Room
- Parking
- Telephone
- Washing Machine
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 2 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 1 -
Bathroom 2 -
- Outdoor shower
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
Bedroom 3 - 1 queen
Bedroom 4 - 1 queen
- 4 bedrooms all with queen beds. Sheets and towels are not provided.
- DVD Player
- Games
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Video Library
- Balcony
- Bicycles
- Deck / Patio
- Golf ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- wheelchair inaccessible ...
- botanical garden
- restaurants
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- miniature golf
- outlet shopping
- shelling
- wildlife viewing
- fishing
- golf
- kayaking
Reviews
Excellent!
4.7/5 -
(30 traveler reviews)
Great location! The house was clean and comfortable. We had a great time.
Beautiful views.
Beautiful home!
My family and I had a wonderful stay and the house had everything we needed/wanted! The view was remarkable and we loved sitting out on the porch in the morning. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us!
Tranquil getaway for family
With its location on the intercoastal waterway, this home is beautiful and quiet. Mary Jane and Harry are unusually generous hosts: we enjoyed their umbrella, beach chairs, cart, bicycles, and kayak as well as their four-bedroom home. With the tranquil loveliness of the setting and the options for activity, it's the best of Sunset Beach in one property.
Perfect for a family vacation!
Sweet home, that has everything you need for a peaceful get away!
Comfortable, well-equipped accommodations--and helpful owner & neighbor
We had a great time at Backwater Macs, which was comfortable, well-situated, and equipped with many perks that a family would love. We're a stodgy older couple that felt no inclination to use the many perks (including bikes, kayak and boogie-boards), but enjoyed the comfortable accommodations and surroundings. Walkability to the beach and a scenic, quiet screened in porch overlooking a marsh was all we needed for bliss. I also found the owner to be extremely accommodating, as I stupidly locked the keys in the house our first day (too many distractions -- that's my excuse) and he called a neighbor who very kindly walked over to open the door for me. He was easy to reach, and quick to act.
Our vacation at Backwater Macs
We thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay at Backwater Macs. The grandchildren said it was the best family vacation they have had so far. The cottage was very comfortable and appeared to have recently been updated. We enjoyed sitting on the screened-in porch and eating the crabs that were caught at the end of the dock. Trips to the beach, shopping, bike riding, kayaking, playing miniature golf, enjoying the beautiful sunsets, eating at some great restaurants, and sightseeing helped us make some wonderful family vacation memories. Thank you, Harry and Mary Jane McCracken, for letting us share your lovely treasure!
Elneta and Bill Spell
Leesburg, Florida
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning Fee | $80 |
| Damage Deposit | $300 |
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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