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337 East First Street, Ocean Isle Beach
Heated Pool and Patio
First Floor Deck and Table
Dining Room
Kitchen and Bar

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable!

Makin’ Memories is the perfect beach house for you! Located at 337 East First Street, this second-row house has everything needed for the ultimate beach vacation on Ocean Isle Beach. Makin’ Memories can comfortably accommodate fourteen; whether with a multi-family group or a multi-generational family. It’s also great for fellowship, retreats and corporate events. The best rates are in the Spring and Fall. Long term rentals are welcome.
Makin’ Memories…is a beautifully re-decorated five-bedroom, five-bathroom beach house with an enclosed heated pool with a hot and cold-water shower adjacent to the pool, a gas grill, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with a granite bar that seats six, a dining area with table that seats eight, a utility room with new washer and dryer and a great room’s all new furniture, a flat screen TV and spectacular ocean views. The 5G WIFI is quick and easy.
Makin’ Memories…has three bedrooms on the upper level. The primary suite has a king-sized bed, an additional bedroom has two queen sized beds and a cheerful bunk room that can accommodate four kids or teenagers in bunk beds as well as a chest full of games and puzzles. On the main level are two more bed rooms with queen sized beds. Each bedroom room has a private bath and flat screen TV.
Makin’ Memories…is a beach house with wonderful ocean views from the dining area and great room, the primary suite and the two ocean fronting decks. These ocean facing decks have very comfortable furniture for resting plus a table for eight to enjoy breakfast or lunch on the main deck and a cocktail table for four to enjoy drinks on the upper deck.
Makin’ Memories…is ideally situated for activities. Golf: some of the best courses in the country are within 10 minutes and 30 minutes south at Myrtle Beach are another 75 courses. Fishing: outstanding catches are to be caught off shore, in the Inter-Coastal Waterway and in the surf. Enjoy jogging, walking, biking and boating. The house is conveniently located between two public beach accesses to the replenished sand which is ideal for shelling, sunning, building sand castles, and playing bocce ball. Minutes away is an ice-cream parlor, putt-putt golf course, restaurants, specialty shops grocery stores...and there is a ChargePoint EV charging station five minutes away at 41 E. First Street. Plus, there are several urgent care options minutes away in case you have pulled, stretched, torn, sprained or stubbed something.
Makin’ Memories…is perfect for warm ocean breezes, spectacular sunrises and breath-taking sunsets with children, grandchildren, extended family or colleagues. Great memories are made each year at Makin’ Memories.
Makin’ Memories…is pet free and smoke free. Military discount is available. Linens are not included. Cleaning and pool heating charges apply.
Keywords: Ocean, Isle, beach, NC, private, pool, 2d row, vacation, beach view, golf, military

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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
For all Saturday departures: please put the trash bins out on Friday evening. Trash pick up will occur very early on Saturday morning.
For everyone’s safety, please DO NOT move furniture around inside or outside the house.
Use the Public Beach Accesses to the beach; not the ocean front owner’s walk overs.

Important information

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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
Long-term renters welcome
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 near the beach. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Holden Beach - 32 min drive - 35.6 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 34 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Broadway at the Beach - 50 min drive - 71.2 km
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 54 min drive - 72.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chubby Buddha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brick Landing Plantation Golf Course and Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Amelia's Backstreet Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable!?

As of 7 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable! on 3 Nov, 2026 start from S$894, 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.

Is Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Makin' Memories! Clean, Comfortable, and Enjoyable! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Ocean Isle Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Museum of Coastal Carolina. Ingram Planetarium and Rees Jones Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, pool and location were perfect and owner friendly and responds quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The house is a great location, clean and plenty big for me and my family members of all ages to stay. The pool was a great plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We absolutely loved our time here. Very cozy beach house with a gorgeous view of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2024
Thank you very much. We really appreciate your wonderful rating. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in OIB was the perfect week. Makin’ Memories allowed our crew to enjoy each day to the fullest. The space was clean, comfortable, and the best fit for our 12 person group. The owner was easily accessible before, during, and after the trip whenever we needed a question answered. We will definitely be making a return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Mike, Many thanks for the kind note. We enjoyed your visit and look forward to hosting your crew in 2026. Best always. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for us, our children and our young grandkids. Very comfortable and spacious. Safe area. Close enough to the beach to walk with all our young ones. The beach access to the left had no stairs, so easier for strollers and wagons. The beach access to the right had stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Makin' Memories was perfect for our family vacation! We were amazed at how stocked the kitchen was for cooking! Plenty of dishes and silverware for our large family too! Bedrooms were ALL spacious and the living room and kitchen had plenty of room for us all to hangout! We loved the easy and short walk to the beach! I also appreciated that the owner was quick to respond when I had questions during the booking process and even messaged to check on us while we were there! My family plans to book again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2025
Cindy, Thanks for your kind review. We would welcome hosting you and your family in the future. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

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

Great place right by the beach

The place is great with perfect location right across the street from the beach and partial ocean view. Easy check-in process and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Couples Beach Get Away

We absolutely love staying with our friends each year in this wonderful beach house. Great location, views, and always clean. Thank you for always keeping the house updated including new decking and paint this year! Looking forward to next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2025
Thanks for your kind words. Makin' Memories is updated, clean and well cared for. We enjoy having you as guests and look forward to your stay next year. Best regards. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay. It was conveniently located near beach accesses and the pool was a hit with my granddaughters. We look forward to a return trip next year with Makin Memories home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2023
Thank you very much. Come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S.

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

Great stay

The house is in a great location. It was close to the beach and a short drive to restaurants and stores. The pool was heated and a big win with the kids. The kitchen had all the tools you could possibly need, and for once I didn’t have to take out or unpack my own kitchen tools. The house had plenty of room for our whole family, and we will certainly look to book this one again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2025
Thanks for the very kind words. They are much appreciated since we try to make our beach cottage your "home" for your stay. We will welcome you in the future. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Amazing!

Have stayed in this area multiple times, this property surpassed my expectations. The owner was responsive to all our needs and very helpful. Short walk to the beach, pool was perfect for cooling off. Will definitely recommend and stay here in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thank you Jonathan for the kind words. It was a pleasure having you and your family. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to hosting you in the future. Best. JE
Verified

8/10 Good

wendy f.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Happy Place

Great location! It was nice to see the ocean from the house both inside and out. Nice and quiet on the west end of the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2021
Thanks for your review and I’m glad you had a great stay. For clarification our house is on the East End of the island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shannon c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First let me just say this house was beautiful and very very clean! My friends and I booked this house for a long weekend and it was perfect. Super close to beach access and the pool was the perfect ending to each day. The pool lights weren’t working the first night but when I called and told the host he was extremely quick to respond, I’m talking the pool guy was there with in five minutes and the lights were back on shortly after. Also there was plenty of room for everyone, a lot of inside seating as well as outside too! I would definitely stay here again and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2025
Shannon, thank you for your kind review. You have hit the mark...Makin' Memories is our beach home that we share with others. Thanks for coming and we look forward to hosting you in the future. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

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

Friends Summer Vacation

Property was clean perfect for our group. Host was accommodating and allowed for early check-in once available. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Loved our week at Makin Memories

We had a great week staying at Makin’ Memories. The house layout was perfect for our group of 10. Kids very much enjoyed the pool and the beach access was super convenient. Other large beach houses we have stayed in have had AC’s that struggled with the heat and humidity. Not here. House stayed perfectly cool all week. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your kind review of Makin' Memories. We would gladly welcome you back in our family's beach cottage in the future. Safe travels. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

September at Ocean Isle Beach

The beach house was clean, well-appointed with kitchenware and appliances, and well located within a short walk to the beach. Owners were attentive to our needs and communicated with us during our stay to make sure everything was to our liking. House was renovated roughly 3 years ago so it didn't feel old or dingy like many of the other beach homes we have stayed at over the past few years. Would definitely stay there again if the opportunity arises in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2024
Thanks Scott. We'd love to have you back and will give you a repeat customer 10% discount. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee T.

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

Memories Made

Arrived to the house and got in easily. I had to wait for the family, but once they got there, the fun had begun. The pool was great, beach was awesome, weather super, food was good (it was my cheat week), and my family had a great time as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2024
Thanks Lee. Come back next year. Best JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

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

Wonderful weekend

Overall this was a wonderful stay and I’d stay here again. Great beach views! Loved the fact that every bedroom had its own bathroom. The only downside is they don’t provide linens unless you order them and there was no toilet paper or hand soap on arrival. Make sure you grab those things on your way in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

This was a great property! Comfortably slept 6 adults and 8 children (between 6 months and 13 years). Very clean. Very close to beach access. Pool was a big hit with all the kids. Great room comfortably accommodated all of us for games and TV. Kitchen had everything we needed for meals at home. Hoping to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
Thank you very much for your kind words. We take pride in sharing our comfortable Ocean Isle Beach home and appreciate that you enjoyed your stay. We would be pleased to host your family next year. Best regards. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason V.

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

Great friends trip staying at Makin’ Memories!

We were 3 families with young kids and throughly enjoyed staying at Makin’ Memories! The home was very clean, kitchen stocked with all the essentials, comfortable beds, and nice ocean views from the second row. The pool area and under home space was well kept and comfortable with additional space to gather. The home is almost midpoint between two beach accesses but still a short walk. The communication with the home owner was excellent! Overall a great stay and would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2023
Jason, thanks for the kind response. Susie and I have worked hard to redecorate and refurbish the cottage. Cleanliness is a must and we have an excellent cottage cleaner and handyman. We appreciate your staying at Makin' Memories and hope you will join us again. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa E.

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

Awesome Views

Although it rained for our stay it helped to have such a spacious house to be in..The views of the ocean are beautiful from the upper level. Plenty of beds and baths.We had to bring our linens but that was no problem. The grandkids enjoyed the pool in between the rain and the outdoor furniture was useful so we could sit outside and enjoy the beach air. I would definitely stay here again just hope we have sunnier days!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2023
Theresa and Billy, Thank you for the kind review. It is much appreciated. Susie and I would welcome your return and let’s hope for better weather. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian B.

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

Relaxing house at a beautiful beach!

This house is spacious and comfortable. It is very well located in the second row from the beach, close to two beach access points. There's a pool in the back, and a nice grill so you can barbecue. One of my favorite things about the house is that there are two porches across the front. The one off the main living space has a big table that seats 8. We ate all our meals out there. The upstairs porch has a smaller table and chairs and is a nice place to sit outside at night and listen to the ocean. The only negative point is one the host made clear in advance - linens are not provided. No sheets or pillowcases, no towels, no beach towels. There are no hand towels or hand soap in the bathrooms. I understand this is a new trend in beach rentals, but I don't like it. We packed up all the linens and towels we needed, and with everything else we had to bring, our car was literally packed to the ceiling. Then when we got to the house, we had to go out and buy hand and dish soap. But we enjoyed this wonderful house just the same.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2025
Thanks for choosing Makin' Memories for your beach vacation. We hope you will choose it for the next trip. Best. JE
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Great Family Vacation Spot

The property was as described. The owner was outstanding with communication. Although it was late November, and very cold, the little ones enjoyed the heated pool. The appliances all worked well and the area is quiet. We were all happy with our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

elizabeth b.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great View from the upper deck at Sunrise

Beware of extra fees. 1. After selecting this property on line I was prompted to pay for renters insurance, (non refundable $) or a deposit that equaled the weeks rental fee & would be refunded at a later date if determined a refund was due. 2. The week prior to arriving was notified that if we wanted the pool heated there would be an additional $/ day cost that equaled can be nights stay. When asked if we could pay the fee for 4 days not 7 (grandchildren-weren’t going for the full 7 days) response was “ All or nothing “. So we payed the fee as pool is located in the back & in the shade all day. 3.We arrived on theI Island a couple hours early so I contacted the owner to inquire about checking in early. He stated he’d make sure the house was cleaned & text me. He texted a few minutes later to say it was good to go but it would be an additional fee / hour to check in at 2 not 4. Approximately equal to a half day rate. 4. There is a cleaning fee that is approximately half the daily rate. The shower curtains had black mold at the bottom, the cleanliness of couches in the main room we’re very worn & dirty. My grandson pushed a matchbox car under the couch so we had to move the couch to find it and it was obvious it had not been cleaned or swept in a long time it was disgusting what was underneath the couch.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2021
Thanks for the feedback but we believe this guest is misrepresenting the costs and they are all fully disclosed and itemized in the property detailed description prior to choosing to rent the house. It’s an overstatement and embellishment at least to say “beware” when all fees are known prior to renting. Insurance is standard per VRBO policy and every renter has the option to either deposit $1,500 which is 100% refundable and has always been refunded, or pay $59 for VRBO insurance. This is typical for every rental through VRBO and an option. Heating the pool is 100% optional based on guest preference and did not need to be purchased. We recommended heating the pool after reviewing the weather for the week so it could be enjoyed in the colder month of October. Every guest has always appreciated that option where many rentals do not have a pool or a heated pool option. It is also standard anywhere you stay to be charged an early arrival fee if you want to get into the house early. This was also 100% optional because the guest arrived early and requested to enter the house. The fee was $50 per hour which is not half the daily rate, it’s far less. Again it was discussed prior to agreement and 100% optional, the guest could of declined and waited until 4pm, the standard arrival time. The cleaning fee is standard on island, fully disclosed prior to renting and does not change based on the time of year of the rental so comparing it to the daily rate in October when rates are lower than in the summer is not logical. The cleanliness will be addressed immediately with our cleaner but our cleaning crew takes video after they clean to ensure the cleanliness is what our guests expect and in this case the guests description was not accurate.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crestal B.

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

Great for kids!

We had an amazing family vacation at this house with 5 kids ranging from 9mo to 13yo and 6 adults. Amazing views considering its second row. The heated pool was fantastic, and our favorite part about the house. The house has great space for 3 young families to enjoy. Be aware that there is only one bathtub (for little ones), and the beach access is about 5 house to the left and right which isn’t ideal for young families carrying around beach gear. Would recommend this house to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

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