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Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management

Holiday home with an outdoor pool, steps from Ocean Isle Beach

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Beach nearby
Smart TV
Smart TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the area

Ocean Isle Beach

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Ocean Isle Beach and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Museum of Coastal Carolina. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 5 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free holiday home offers an outdoor pool, a garden and gas grills. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Near this Ocean Isle Beach holiday home, you'll find Holden Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 15 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Big Beach - 41 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Holden Beach - 48 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Inlet View Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Chunky Salsa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sharky's Restaurant & Marina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brick Landing Plantation Golf Course and Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management

Makin’ Memories…formerly Drift Away…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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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

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.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management?

Yep, Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management is a short 2-minute walk from Ocean Isle Beach.

Does Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management have a pool?

Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management has a heated pool and a pool.

Is Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management?

No, Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management?

No, pets are not allowed.

Makin' Memories! New Owner, New Name, New Management Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Amee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, pool and location were perfect and owner friendly and responds quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

shannon c.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Marian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S., Stokesdale, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Theresa E., Winston-Salem

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason V.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

6/10 Okay

elizabeth b., Cambridge United States

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

10/10 Excellent

Crestal B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation 2021

The house was good for our group, the pool was enjoyed by all,.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great beach house

We were a party of 3 families who greatly enjoyed our trip to OIB and found the house worked well for our needs. The kitchen was well equipped, the view was great especially for a second row home and the walk wasn't too far from the access. Tom was very responsive and friendly to any questions. We'd stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021