[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fishful Thinking at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front w/ boat dock, Ocean Views , kayak and paddle board Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46330000/46328900/46328859/7cc56d92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46330000/46328900/46328859/6ffc4804.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46330000/46328900/46328859/3ae83aa6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46330000/46328900/46328859/88ae96bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46330000/46328900/46328859/449e53fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a picturesque coastal setting, Fishful Thinking offers an unforgettable beach vacation experience. With its spacious open-concept living area, fully stocked kitchen, and beautiful canal views from the lower deck or upper deck adorned with lounge chairs and rocking chairs. Enjoy water activities with paddle boards and kayaks available for canal use. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 182600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Fishful Thinking at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front w/ boat dock, Ocean Views , kayak and paddle board Welcome to Fishful Thinking, managed by Brunswick Vacation Rentals on Ocean Isle Beach! Located on one of the first canals after you cross the bridge, this 5 bedroom, 5 full and 2 half bathroom home is the perfect location! Just 2 blocks from the public beach access, Fishful Thinking also offers a boat dock, ocean views, canal access, paddle board and kayaks, a fully stocked kitchen, wet bar, and much more. This beautiful home is within short walking distance to restaurants, bars, shops, pier, putt putt, arcade, playground, the town museum, and more! The Ocean Isle community center, which has a public beach access with showers and restrooms, is just a 3 minute walk away. During the summer months, this community center also offers a variety of children's programs. Avoid paying for parking by renting the closest home to the beach while being on the canal! With 5 bedrooms, Fishful Thinking sleeps up to 18 people and each bedroom has its own private full bathroom! The first floor has a master bedroom suite with a king size bed and private bath, as well as a second bedroom which features two 2 queen beds and a private bath. There's an additional master suite located on the second floor, also with a king size bed and private bath. The two other bedrooms, located on the second floor, have a queen and a full bed with private bath, as well as a bunk room with 2 sets of twin over full bunks with a private bath – perfect for kids! Each bedroom has its own TV with cable, Roku, Netflix, Hulu and other TV apps to enjoy. For families with infants, we also provide a pack n' play and highchair. This home is perfect for a multi-family vacation, with plenty of space for everyone! The first floor open concept allows renters to enjoy beautiful canal views from the spacious living room, kitchen, and dining room. Enjoy meals outside on the lower deck or in the dining room which boasts a large table with seating for 12, as well as 4 additional seats at the bar. The TV in the living room is equipped with cable, Roku, Netflix, Hulu and other TV apps. Also located on the first floor is a pantry, coffee bar, wet bar and half bath. Enjoy both canal and ocean views from the upper deck, adorned with lounge chairs and rocking chairs! The upper deck can also be accessed through the upstairs master suite. The second floor has an additional half bath, as well as a laundry room. Feel free to bring your own boat and dock it right outside! This dock can probably accommodate up to a 25 foot boat. Please be aware that at low tide the canal is typically only about 2 feet deep. If you don't have a boat, don't worry, there are 2 kayaks, a paddle board, and floats available for canal use. Fishful Thinking is everything you would want for the ultimate beach vacation, book today! We allow dogs, up to 2 dogs under 65 lbs each for an additional fee. We ask that guests use the baby gate to keep dogs in the downstairs area where the living room, kitchen and 2 bedrooms are located. We also ask that you keep the dogs crated or closed in a bedroom when they are left alone. Thank you for your cooperation! $200 pet fee per dog. Kitchen amenities include a drip and Keurig coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, blender, crockpot, and mixer. The dock/boat slip and canal are meant to be enjoyed responsibly. Please note there are inherent dangers associated with water including drowning. Please be safe and wear a personal flotation device around the water and monitor children and those are not strong swimmers. PLEASE READ RULES / NOTES PRIOR TO BOOKING: If your check in date is on or between Memorial Day and Labor Day, your cleaning fee does include whole house linen and towel rental fee. Linen and towel service includes top and fitted sheets per bed, pillow cases, and 1 set of towels will be provided per person (1 set includes: 1 body towel, 1 hand towel, and 1 washcloth), and a kitchen towel. If your check in date is before Memorial Day or after Labor Day, linens and towels are NOT included in the cleaning fee. We do offer them for an additional fee, or you can choose to bring your own linens and towels, or rent through a third party. \*\*(Last minute bookings: We need at least 24-hour notice in order to provide linens). We highly recommend trip insurance and will not give any refunds for weather related trip interruptions or cancellations as well as any other situations that may cause you not be able to travel or use the property. If you cancel at least 60 days prior to your check in date, you will be refunded in full minus a non-refundable fee of 5% of the total reservation (cancellation fee). Cancellations within 60 days prior to check in will not be refunded. Due to homeowner severe allergies, some homes may not allow service or support animals. You must disclose and get permission for any service and or support animals PRIOR to booking. While you paid a cleaning fee, if you leave the home excessively dirty and don't follow check out procedures, an additional cleaning charge may apply that you will be responsible for paying. Included in your reservation is a security deposit insurance policy that can cover you for accidental damages to the home or contents, however all damages may not be covered and if denied, you will be liable / responsible for paying any damages in their entirety. You must be at least 26 years old to book and if your group is not related, the average age of all adults (not including children) must be 26 years old or older. We do not allow people to book for other people, the person who makes and pays for the reservation must also stay in the home. Sorry, NO house parties, prom events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, or any other events of any kind. NO Smoking inside or on/around the premise (you will be charged a $500 fee if this rule is broken). NO charcoal grills, fire pits, or deep fryers are permitted on premise. Please be aware that there are exterior security cameras located on the premises directed towards the parking area and/or entrances for added security and peace of mind. Please note if there is a fireplace, it is decorative only and not to be used. We provide a basic starter pack of essentials for your first day including a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, hand soap, a roll of paper towels in the kitchen, and a trash can liner per bin. While we do provide some items to get you started, here is a list of a few other things we want to remind you to bring: Bath Soaps/Shampoo/Conditioner Toothpaste Condiments/Seasoning Toilet paper Paper Towels Suntan Lotion/Sunblock Clothes Hangers Garbage Bags Laundry Detergent Dish Washer Detergent Beach Towels ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 6.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Unit size: 2,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78360000/78359200/78359167/e9f71f03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous OIB Ocean Front View home 5 bedrooms 5.5 baths 1 min walk to beach Ocean Isle Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 8.6 Excellent 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=78359167&PinnedHotelID=78359167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53840000/53839000/53838999/cc7fa508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Latitude Adjustment at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front with dock, new decks Ocean Isle Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=53838999&PinnedHotelID=53838999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97520000/97518600/97518566/11aa7b9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### THE SANDBAGGER @ OCEAN ISLE Ocean Isle Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=97518566&PinnedHotelID=97518566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96820000/96819300/96819225/648496e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Endorfinn at Ocean Isle Beach, Private heated pool, close to beach, water views Ocean Isle Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=96819225&PinnedHotelID=96819225&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34387300/34387290/bea8bdec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachbound Properties of NC- Pet Friendly, Private Pool, 800 ft to the Beach Ocean Isle Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 51 reviews CA $731 CA $1,739 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=34387290&PinnedHotelID=34387290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33483600/33483575/8ae7953c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Coastal Retreat, Prime OIB Location, Steps to Beach, Concerts & Fun! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 506151 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.88954%2C-78.43233&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jB72sgW1xzwfajVm-WLIVsUOdQE=) Ocean Isle Beach, NC #### What's nearby - Ocean Isle Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Museum of Coastal Carolina - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.5 km - Brunswick Islands Beach - 19 min drive - 16.5 km - Holden Beach - 43 min drive - 35.0 km #### Getting around - North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chunky Salsa - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬13 min walk - ‪Sharky's Restaurant & Marina - ‬12 min walk - ‪Brick Landing Plantation Golf Course and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Manor House Dinette - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fishful Thinking at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front w/ boat dock, Ocean Views , kayak and paddle board pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Fishful Thinking at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front w/ boat dock, Ocean Views , kayak and paddle board? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fishful Thinking at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front w/ boat dock, Ocean Views , kayak and paddle board? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Fishful Thinking at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front w/ boat dock, Ocean Views , kayak and paddle board located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ocean Isle Beach. Ingram Planetarium and Rees Jones Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fishful Thinking at Ocean Isle Beach, Canal front w/ boat dock, Ocean Views , kayak and paddle board Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 56 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### CS Designs Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Had a great stay Property owner very responsive with any questions we had prior to our trip. Layout was perfect for our needs and we appreciated the items on hand for our dog. Very nice stay. ##### CS Designs Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie E. Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect for race weekend. The house was perfect for several adults. It was very clean and convenient. ##### Stephanie E. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tim G. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Nice House/Great Location Nice house, very open, only 1 block from the beach. Well appointed, with lots of "toys" (kayaks, stand-up paddle board, life jackets, etc.). Every bedroom had its own full bath which is great. I assume it is pet friendly since there was a lot of dog hair on the couches and floor. We should have called the management company right away and they would have sent the cleaning crew back, but the inspectors should have caught this before we arrived. Also, a number of dirty dishes that should have been caught by the cleaning crew. Finally, a big drawback was poor wifi service. We had to use our own hotspots all week. ##### Tim G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry T. Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family beach house! Perfect place to gather family and enjoy the beach! Just a short walk to beach and town center for kid activities ! Having a bathroom for each bedroom was perfect! ##### Terry T. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas L. Sep 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation This house was absolutely perfect for our vacation. Minutes from everything, a short walk to the beach, and great amenities! ##### Thomas L. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon D. Jan 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property This was a great property. One of the best features is that they allow pets. They have a great fenced in grass back yard that was perfect for my dog. I've rented other properties that are pet friendly but often don't have a fenced in yard, or if they do, it is not grass. ##### Jon D. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tonna P. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishfull Thinking Beautiful home, great location, communication with property management was great. We had a wonderful visit! ##### Tonna P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim M. Jul 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at OIB Great week and everything’s was advertised! Checkin and checkout were straight forward ##### Jim M. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi S., Eastvflatbrock Jul 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Reunion Yearly beach trip very nice accommodations ##### Heidi S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Pamela V. Jul 12, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family gathering Great family house ##### Pamela V. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris W. Jul 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Great property, located close to beach access. Kitchen and open living room were great for hanging out after a day at the beach! House layout was great and allowed for privacy for each guest. Would highly recommend for anyone looking to vacation at OIB. ##### Chris W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine S. Jul 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property. Great location. Love the location. Close to everything. Perfect beach access. Great house. All the bathrooms were a big bonus! The extra fridge was a great add. ##### Christine S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily C. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family vacation house! Everyone had a great time! The canal was great for kayaking and paddle boarding which were provided with the house and the dock was nice to keep our boat in the entire time. Having a full bathroom in every bedroom was a definite plus! The house was equipped with everything we needed and plenty of room for everyone. Our favorites were the short walk to the beach, to coffee or ice cream/slushies and the playground. We would definitely recommend staying at Fishful Thinking! ##### Emily C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stan T. Sep 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Stayed here with husband, son, daughter in law and a 3 year old and 18 month old. Easy walk to the beach with bathrooms! Also easy walk to museum and playground and mini golf with stroller. Museum fun for the kids! Playground is awesome! 3 year old learned to fish from the back yard! House was clean, well stocked and perfect for our needs. Restaurants were very kid friendly and Doug’s seafood was great for getting fresh fish to cook. Highly recommend this house and lovation ##### Stan T. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi S., Eastvflatbrock Jul 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishfull Thinking We were less then five but the fourteen of us were very comfortable The house was close to all we were interested in Kitchen is well equipped ! Bathrooms off every bedroom was very nice ##### Heidi S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey T. Sep 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Property! This house was perfect for our group! Super close to the beach, well stocked inside and out, & very clean! Each bedroom having its own bathroom was very nice, you don’t find that too often! The host communication was excellent! We will definitely be back to this property! Only thing to note about ocean isle is that they do not allow sunshades/canopies, only umbrellas.. so come prepared with shade! ##### Lindsey T. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lora B. Nov 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Giving thanks by the sea My family and I rented this beautiful home for Thanksgiving to be near my uncle and for the whole family to be together for the holiday. We prepared our Thanksgiving meal in the large kitchen and we were all able to sit around the dinner table and share stories and laugh. The home was well furnished and equipped with plenty of dishes and cooking utensils to be able to prepare the meal. There was plenty of space for everyone to sit and relax and enjoy each other’s company. The property management team was very responsive and helpful with any requests/questions we had. I highly recommend this place for any vacation. Fits the whole family or a group of friends. Perfect spot close to the pier, restaurants and a community park. ##### Lora B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marshall N. Sep 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great September Week @ OIB Fishful Thinking was a great place for our annual Family vacation. Our family has grown a bit and having the extra space really helped. We were comfortable with 7 adults and 3 kids. I think we had a bed or two to spare! The property is right off the main road in OIB and can be a little loud at night especially with the local construction going on in the off-season. Sound machines for the kids helped. We didn't notice the road at all during the day. The walk to the beach was perfect and easy with sidewalks the whole way. The floating dock was fantastic for fishing and kayaking. The property managers were very responsive and quick to check in on any issues we found. Overall we had a wonderful experience and would be happy to visit Fishful Thinking for vacation again in the future. Thanks for a great stay! ##### Marshall N. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan B. Sep 15, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Book with confidence I have to admit. The one bad review gave me pause, but there is always one in the bunch. Fishful Thinking was perfect. There is no need to worry about who gets the good rooms. They are all good. Each has its own bath and balcony. There are also two additional half baths. The place is updated and equipped nicely so it feels like home. Location is perfect. The canal is fun to paddle around on the included kayaks and paddleboard. You can even catch some crabs for dinner with the crab trap. Beach is very close. Restaurants are also very close. Short walk or ride on the reasonably priced golf cart add-on. Rob is very responsive and helpful which is all you can ask for in an owner. We will rent again. In fact, we checked availability to host a family Thanksgiving. ##### Dan B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### brandon p. Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### June 2023 OIB Stay The property management company was very responsive leading up to and during the rental, which was wonderful. The home is plenty big for two families with small kids and a set of gran. And being short walk to the ocean was great. Biggest complaint is the road noise, which is simply because of where the home is. Being next to 2nd avenue and close to the middle of the island, there is a TON of road noise all the time. It was challenging to talk on the outside decks at different points because of it and our small children were woke up from loud trucks going by. Just know that what you gain in proximity to beach and restaurants you lose in peace and quiet. The house is fine but could use a thorough cleaning beyond the weekly switchover. The washing machine (front loader) has mold/mildew stains all over it and smells strongly. Was told they tried to clean it and would pass along feedback to owners. It’s clearly been this way for a while. The carpets are fairly old and show lots of wear, which could be a plus since you don’t have to worry ab messing them up. And just overall, the inside of cabinets and drawers need a deep clean (lots of crumbs etc), under certain furniture was lots of dust and dirt, and other minor things like fans being too squeaky to use and the dryer making a high pitch noise when running(with sign acknowledging it works but makes a noise). Not a bad stay but having stayed all over ocean isle, there are MUCH quieter and better kept homes available. ##### brandon p. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan S. Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Susan S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris S. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Chris S. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsey B. Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful House and Amazing Location! We had a great stay at Fishful Thinking! We were traveling with 8 adults and 8 young children and the house was the perfect size and layout for everyone. We appreciated the added items for infants and the surprise treat provided by the property manager. Rob was extremely responsive. We enjoyed being on the canal and using the water toys. The house had everything we needed. The location of this house is the best part. You can easily walk to the beach or downtown. We will definitely be back! ##### Kelsey B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tosha R. Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Top Notch. We spent the weekend (Friday-Sunday) at this beautiful home to celebrate a birthday. Our family would definitely stay again. It's on the canal with was great for some backyard fishing. Only 1 block from beach access. I liked that the backyard was fenced in, so my little one could run and play. The home is beautifully decorated with ample space for our large group. Close to restaurants and the pier! Unfortunately, since it trip was a short, we didn't get to use the kayaks or paddleboard which is a reason for us to stay again. Overall 10/10. ##### Tosha R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great place, great location! Only two short blocks to the beach, with access by the community center so it has bathrooms and showers to rinse off. Having the dock with kayaks and paddle board available was very convenient. We caught fish right off the dock at high tide. We could sit 10 at the table for dinner and 4 at the breakfast bar. Everyone had their own bedrooms and bathrooms so getting ready was never an issue. There is a very large family sitting room with plenty of space and comfortable sitting. 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