[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly Family-friendly vacation home in Ocean Isle Beach with a hot tub ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559600/103559529/c2c977da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559600/103559529/81a65c1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559600/103559529/74a95c73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559600/103559529/fcd1e023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103560000/103559600/103559529/35a13341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Atop Gause's Hill, Founder’s Manor sits surrounded by undeveloped land and boasts a panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean and Jink's Creek. Unwind in this unique setting with access to Isles Beach Club, enjoy outdoor entertaining on the sizable patio or grassy areas perfect for hosting celebrations. With 5 bedrooms offering ocean views, two kitchens, a sun porch and an exclusive basement. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 124000 sq ft ## Popular amenities ## 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. ### 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly Founder's Manor is the home of Ocean Isle Beach founder, Odell Williamson and his wife Virginia. The home sits atop a 4-lot tract known as Gause's Hill. It is surrounded by undeveloped land and offers a panoramic, unobstructed view of both the Atlantic Ocean and Jink's Creek. Founder’s Manor is centrally located and is less than 1/4 mile (2-4 minute walk) from many of the island’s most popular destinations. Some of these include: the Ocean Isle Beach Town Park, The Museum of Coastal Carolina, The Ocean Isle Beach Pier, River Country Mini Golf, Sunset Slush, Ocean Isle Beach Creamery, Jink’s Creek Waterfront Grille, Pelican’s Perch, the Islander Inn and the Ocean Isle Inn. Additionally, the Ocean Isle Beach Chapel is across the street for those who are interested in a destination wedding or attending a local church service while visiting. The split level home has 4 floors offering: 5 bedrooms, 3 and ½ baths, two kitchens, a formal dining room, a formal living room, a den/reading room, a sun porch, and the Island’s only basement. All bedrooms have a view of the ocean or Jink's Creek. There is a sizable concrete patio space for outdoor entertaining as well as large grassy areas suitable for an ocean or sound view tent should you wish to host a celebration (permit required depending on tent size). Rentals will also include access to the exclusive Isles Beach Club for the duration of your stay. Whether you are a family traveling from out of town, a bridal party looking for a beautiful setting for your celebration, or an individual looking for a local getaway, Founder’s Manor offers a unique, picturesque location that is truly one of a kind. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 4,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![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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Ocean/Waterway views sleeps 16 Ocean Isle Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 91 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=24226309&PinnedHotelID=24226309&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys Please put clean dishes away. Please leave stripped sheets by bed and comforters/shams on top of bed. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Events for more than 20 guests require prior authorization from the owner, payment of the site fee and a signed event contract. Noise ordinance: Town fines for noise disturbances between10p.m. to 7:30 a.m. are from $100- $1,000 for1st offense. 2nd offense is $200-$1,200. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Town tent permit required if larger than 20 x 20 ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99 Note from host: Town tent permit required if larger than 20 x 20 Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## 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%7C33.88803%2C-78.43885&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8SyZ-79yui5dyJDWq4Z_sU1AMvY=) Ocean Isle Beach, NC #### What's nearby - Ocean Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - Museum of Coastal Carolina - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.2 km - Brunswick Islands Beach - 18 min drive - 16.2 km - Holden Beach - 42 min drive - 34.7 km #### Getting around - North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chunky Salsa - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪Sharky's Restaurant & Marina - ‬10 min walk - ‪Manor House Dinette - ‬5 min drive - ‪OIB Surf & Java - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly located? > This family-friendly Ocean Isle Beach vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Ocean Isle Beach and Museum of Coastal Carolina. 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. 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