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Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!

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A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a covered entrance, and a car parked in front.
A coastal view from a balcony with a wooden deck, overlooking a beach and a two-story house with a dark roof.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ocean Isle Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Intracoastal Waterway
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Coastal Carolina
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Blue Bedroom Bath

Shower only

Bunk Room Kids Bath

Bathtub or shower

Great room half bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Shower only

Pink Room Bath

Bathtub or shower

Yellow Bedroom Bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ocean Isle Beach

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Intracoastal Waterway - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Holden Beach - 34 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 58 min drive - 73.0 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Marias Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Second Row Beach House- "Wishing Whale” Ocean views! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Ocean Isle Beach and Intracoastal Waterway. Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Museum of Coastal Carolina are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best houses we ever stayed in. House is wonderful, location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for our end of summer family getaway! So close to the beach access with beautiful views from the porch. The hosts were very quick to answer any questions or concerns!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My party of 5 best friends have traveled so many times together within our 60’s together. The layout was perfect for our stay. What a gem! Loved having an elevator to handle loading and unloading during our stay. The view of the ocean was incredible. Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with nice view of ocean. Only 1 house away from beach access. Elevator was a plus since steps are a little steep and kitchen & living room are on 3rd floor. Kitchen was well equipped and beds were very comfortable. Didn't swim in pool since it was October but would use in summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house! This was our fifth year staying here and it's always perfect. The house was clean, the pool was sparkling, and the elevator (a must for us as we get older) worked perfectly. The kitchen is very well appointed if you, like us, cook during your stay.The location can't be beat, with just a short walk to Beach Access. And, there is no better place than the top deck to enjoy a glass of wine with friends, feel the breeze, and watch the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Howard was quick to respond to any questions that we had. The kitchen was nicely furnished with pots and pans and dishes for the few nights that we cooked. The proximity to the beach access was a big draw for us. Having a bathroom for each bedroom was also a plus for this rental. Howard accommodated us by allowing a Tuesday to Tuesday rental so we could experience a weekend at OIB.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view from the decks, very close to access Heated Pool was very nice to enjoy in between beach days with toddlers
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Howard was easy to communicate with, answered all my questions. The house was amazing! Clean, lovely with great views of the ocean and a very short walk to the beach. My family had such a wonderful week - none of us wanted to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lots of bathrooms so no one had to share. Heated pool was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was great with the owner. House was very nice, well stocked. Location was great. No complaints with the house or owner but if you kids/teenagers, this will not be a good fit. The neighbor does not like any noise.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home

Had a great time here on a girls’ weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2023
Thanks Kellianne. Come back anytime and enjoy our recent upgrades! (New living room!)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating, and quick to respond to questions.Beach view was better than i expected, quick access to the beach too.Layout of house was perfect for 8 people, Kitchen/dining/familyroom was great for gathering including the very large connecting deck to the the Great Room.New Rocking Chairs on both Decks were great!the Elevator was a huge benefit, as 4 of us are senior citizens and have problems with steps. I truly recommend this place for a vacation, not to mention the many golf courses in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and location. Communication is above and beyond. Cannot be more positive about Wishing Whale.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable time with the family.

We had a great and very comfortable vacation. Everyone said the house was wonderful and we have already booked it again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas get-away

We had a great time! The house was everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mini Spring Break Family Trip.

Great location, easy access to the Beach. Very thankful for the elevator for loading and unloading.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wishing Whale fulfilled all wishes

Overall the property was great! The location was amazing! The owner was super responsive and helpful! Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sibling Reunion

A beautiful home for our annual brother/sister reunion at Ocean Isle Beach. The host was more than wonderful and helpful. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation.

This is my family’s best time to get together each year. Everyone had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, clean and relaxing

Very nice house. Quiet neighborhood. Will keep in mind for future vacations. Beach access was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Eight adults enjoyed our stay at WishingWhale in late March. Very convenient to the ocean and the home was very clean. Howard worked well with us on any problems we encountered.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2023
Thanks for the review Frank. After your stay we had time to upgrade the living room with all new furniture and repainted with a nice light blue. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time here. Loved how close the house is to the beach. We especially loved the view from top deck. We had a group of 14 and there was plenty of room for everyone. Large table was nice. The elevator is especially nice. ConsWhen we arrived the bed covers and pillows were dirty along with a lot.of other things that needed to be cleaned. The house is in desperate need of a deep cleaning. We reached out and they sent someone to clean returns that night and the next day they sent someone to clean the things that we had told them about except the things we had already cleaned. So we spent the first day cleaning and washing so we could sleep there. That was disappointing. The neighbors do not like loud kids or noise. Once we got past that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

The house was even nicer than the pictures. The owners and property managers were super responsive and wonderful to work with. Highly suggest booking Wishing Whale!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for family and friends

I really enjoyed this property and location...excellent view from the third floor...great space...nice and clean and the contact between me and the owners was great as well..minor issues but nothing big I would book this excellent home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Reunion 2022

Easy & great
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2023
Thanks George. Come back anytime! We have some recent upgrades.
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