Island Drive 4328 - Happy Wife

Perfectly Wonderful Vacation
The home was perfect for our getaway. We were four couples and everyone had their own space. The kitchen was well equipped with anything you needed should you chose to cook. We enjoyed a couple of the local restaurants. Waking to the glorious sunrise with the sound of the lapping water was wonderful. Long walks on the beach, kite flying and just being in the moment was just what eight senior citizens needed. We would highly recommend this home to anyone who wants to be right on the water.

- Companion63242135991 , Posted: 05/05/2019

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Beach side retreat
We were pleasantly surprised pulling up the driveway, the house is impressive and the coral color on the front door, gives you an instant beach vibe. We entered the home, and again we were welcomed with a great costal feel. So spacious and so airy. The bedrooms were great sizes and appointed with beachy but chic window treatments and bedding. All the rooms felt breezey and beachy. The kitchen has more than enough room for all the cooks in the family and you dont feel like you are misssing out on conversation or views. It has an open concept perfect for a big family trip and the hot tub just out side the front window was a plus! The outside area is again spacious and the views are just outstanding. You are literally on the beach...no need to bring everything down with you , because its a few stairs away.. You can watch the kids and family play on the beach while you sip cocktails on the deck. And the dolphins in the morning are our favorite thing! The area has restaurants and bars, and a few small shops. The fishing pier is a short drive away. People were even catching fish right out front . This beach is long and the waves are so fun, the beach is smooth so the kids loved to skim board at low tide. Over all this home feels like a home but the kind of home you would want for yourself. Its not stuffy and its not kitschy ...its relaxing and its so convenient. I cant wait for my next return. I might fight for the master bedroom next time, but the room i was in had the best morning sunrise views with out even getting out of bed!

- Villasuite21 , Posted: 05/05/2019

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Beach front AND hot tub, elegant yet family-friendly- checks all the boxes!
We have vacationed here for past two years. This home is absolutely beautiful and perfect for our large family. The lovely furnishings are designed for gathering together. Whether for cozy conversations on the sofas, dining in various areas,or coffee or cocktails on the large deck, watching for the dolphins, there is ample room for everyone. Being right on the beach enabled everyone to do their thing all day and most of the night- from early morning fishing, to boogey boarding and surfing, from beach bike riding, to shell collecting and building sand castle compounds,or just relaxing in the sun. Finally retiring to the hot tub while star gazing before eventually heading to our rooms for a comfortable deep sleep with sweet dreams of today and tomorrow.

- Candewtoo , Posted: 05/05/2019

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Rejuvenating Retreat
Long time coming relaxation needed, we ended up finding this gem! With an amazing simple decor you immediately feel relaxed as you enter - and then- as you come upstairs the view hits you and that's when you feel it...the sense that you can truly relax
Great amenities, beautiful beach and incredible sunrises. This home is well appointed and offers easy access to town for food and fun! We will absolutely be back! All spaces are updated and you'll find all the accommodations overly comfortable. Great for multiple families or your own, just a great setting and amazing place to be! Thank you for a well needed rest!

- Vrbofan , Posted: 05/05/2019

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Wonderful vacation!
Our vacation was absolutely wonderful! This home was recently remodeled and is beautiful. Our family enjoyed our relaxing vacation. It was like we had a section of beach to ourselves which was very nice. The rooms were nice and the beds were very comfortable. We loved the kitchen! We would definitely stay here again. The only negative was the drive from New Jersey!!

- Brian & Jamie L. , Posted: 08/07/2013

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Amazing!!
We booked Happy Wife for our family vacation following my son’s high school graduation. My nephews from Boston and Buffalo drove down while the rest of the family drove over from Mississippi. Normally we visit the beaches of southern Alabama or Florida. I was amazed at the beauty of the North Carolina beach! The area was totally non-commercialized and the beach was uncrowded during our stay - just what we needed after not being together last year because of Covid. The house itself is wonderful. Any convenience you could think of was available. The smart lock was great - no keeping up with keys. The kitchen was very well stocked - we even found a hand-mixer to use when baking a birthday cake. The only real issue we had was the temperature in the second master on the third floor - the sunrise coming through the arched window was an early-morning wake up call. We actually cut cardboard and wedged in the window to keep the sun out - but the view and the atmosphere were well worth the trade-off. The entry closet was stocked with all sorts of beach toys - chairs, boogie boards, surf boards, and even wet suits. Wish we had known before bringing chairs on the 14 hour drive.? We fell in love with the area and are already talking about a return trip in 2022. It was definitely a Happy Life during our week’s stay.

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