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4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly

Beachfront vacation home near Ocean Isle Beach

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A beachside seating area with white tables and chairs, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.
A large swimming pool with a central deck area and multiple lounge chairs.
A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a staircase.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through the windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 144000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
  • Place, Ocean Isle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Intracoastal Waterway
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Coastal Carolina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ocean Isle Beach

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Ocean Isle Beach and Intracoastal Waterway. Also, Museum of Coastal Carolina is within half a mile (1 km) and Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Intracoastal Waterway - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Museum of Coastal Carolina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Holden Beach - 31 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 53 min drive - 44.0 miles

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Marias Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Isle Fish Company Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

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.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

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
  • Bed sheets 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 (up to 999 lbs per pet)

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 ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 999 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. 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 For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.9 mi (35-min drive) away from the North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Big M Casino Gaming Yacht (22-min drive) is nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly to downtown Ocean Isle Beach?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Ocean Isle Beach.

4000 sq. ft. Historic Hilltop Home/Panoramic Ocean & Sound View/Event Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here during our wedding! Our family absolutely loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was good, the host was helpful and polite. We loved the area and the house. We'd love to book the same house again!. :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying at this house was the best in 13 years of coming to Ocean Isle. It is beautifully furnished and was nice and clean. It was spacious for all 10 of us. The dining room is big enough for everyone. Marnie was a terrific host with great communication. Our grandkids and the dog loved the large yard to play in. Being so close to the park, mini golf, etc. was a perfect location. Just a block away for donuts and ice cream too! Hoping we can book this one for next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s always a pleasure to stay at Founder’s Manor. Marnie is great letting us know anything we needed to know to make our stay incredible. We love it there and look forward to many stays going forward!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Vacation

This house was perfect for our family. Plenty of room and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Location could not have been better. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Founder’s Manor was the perfect spot for my father’s 90th surprise birthday party. We rented tables and chairs for the side patio and had plenty of room. It was a beautiful setting. The second kitchen worked well for the caterers. Family flew in from Miami, NYC, Detroit and DC with many of them staying across the street at the hotel. The house was big enough for us all to sit together in the adjoining dining room, living room, porch. The view of the ocean from the knoll is awesome. Marnie is a wonderful host; very attentive and accommodating. Thank you Marnie!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect perfect perfect for a wedding!!! just beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying at the founder’s manor does make you feel a bit like you own the island as you survey it from the high ground. The house is amazing in part because of its uniqueness, history, and decor, but a whole lot because of its host. We had a couple of challenges during our stay, but Marnie handled everything with prompt action and personal touch. I can’t say enough about how enjoyable it was to talk with Marnie and Paul, and to learn the island history and the many roles played by the Williamson family from beginning. We had a wonderful stay that I doubt could be repeated elsewhere. Some of our favorite things were the dining room table that fit every one of us, the spacious kitchen that accommodated our family approach to KP, the top notch beds that everyone loved, and the proximity to special treats like ice cream, coffees, and the Tuesday market just across the street. We’ll be sharing stories of this vacation for years to come. Thanks so very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun for the whole family.

Our stay was absolutely fantastic. The house is huge and located close to restaurants, activities and most importantly the beach. Marnie was great. She and her husband were responsive, friendly and very helpful. I would definitely recommend staying here. Especially if you have a large group.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home full of history

This is an amazing house and property. It’s clean and well-stocked. Marnie is so kind and responsive. I would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a special vacation in Ocean Isle.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The house was lovely and within walking distance to shops and family friendly actives. Plenty of room to have your own space but still be together. We enjoyed the view of the ocean which was just across the street. Our hosts were amazing and very attentive to anything we needed and any concerns we had. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House

We just returned from our trip to Founder’s Manor and we had the best time! The house was beautiful and the location was perfect. Having access to the Isles Beach Club was such a nice bonus and the staff there was amazing! Marnie was a wonderful host! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We couldn’t be happier with our stay in this house. The home and property were clean and the location can’t be beat! The views could not be beat and the proximity to the ocean was fantastic! It was the perfect house to use as our son got married at the Ocean Isle Chapel. There was tons of space that allowed people to spread out. Marnie, the owner, couldn’t have been more fantastic and we appreciated her recommendations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay

Great house in an ideal location. Perfect for the dogs who loved having a yard to play in. Short walk to the beach and to the local town center. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable to stay in. We also appreciated the welcome baskets with snacks and other useful items. Marnie made sure we had everything we needed and was very friendly. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

20th Reunion

The property is very retro and cool! Great views of the ocean and the inter coastal waterway. Kitchen and all of the home was as clean. Plenty of room for a big group.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the day I booked Founders Manor many months back, Host Marnie and I have been in contact with each other. She graciously let me in the house when there were no renters, so that my family could see the layout and assign bedrooms ahead of time for our thanksgiving vacation. FM is not your typical “beach house”, but a wonderful home at the beach, which just makes it better!
Thanksgiving Dinner! The best with family!
They really played chess!
Football in the front lawn.
And cousin Eddie stopped by before the Christmas parade!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

LOVE. LOVE. LOVE this property!

The Manor House of Ocean Isle Beach checked all of our boxes for my son's wedding rehearsal dinner and out of town guest stay. A lovely private home with ocean and waterway views that was beautifully furnished and wee equipped. The ample parking with central location is hard to find on the island. I loved the mid century vibes and house history. Perfect place to get together with all of your extended family or special occaision
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Founders Manor

The house was beautiful and has a lot of history and neat things in it. Lots of space inside and out. Fully stocked with everything you can think of. Only a short walk to the beach and shops, restaurants, ice cream , the pier, the town park and other attractions. The host Marnie is super nice and very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at Founder's Manor. Marnie was very responsive and helpful throughout the week. The house was phenomenal and large enough for our family. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. The outside areas were fantastic, and we had ample room to park our cars and the golf carts we rented. We also enjoyed how close we were to everything and that we could walk to restaurants, the pier, the beach, etc. It was a perfect week, and I would strongly recommend Founder's Manor as a wonderful home in OIB!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding

I absolutely love Marnie & this house! Me & my husband had our wedding here & the entire bridal party was able to stay here for the weekend, along with having our ceremony and reception here too. Marnie was a phenomenal host throughout the entire process. The house is absolutely stunning and in pristine condition!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family really enjoyed our visit to Ocean Isle Beach! It was fun staying in a house with so much history. The house was in a great location, within walking distance to the beach, ice cream shops and a playground for the kids. We loved that our extended family of 12 could all eat our meals together around the large dining table, and could gather for games and conversation in the large living room. The outdoor space was lovely as well! If I could make one improvement, it would be to make the downstairs bath more private since the shower door opens directly into the bedroom. Overall, this was a great gathering space for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with our decision to stay at Founders Manor. The house is dated but it keeps with its history and nostalgia. There were a few very minor hiccups but Marnie, the property owner, was there in a flash to handle it. If you are a big TV watcher when you go to bed, beware there isnt a TV in every bedroom or the main living area. There is a big one in the basement which is a great area for kids to hang out. The pups loved the huge yard and the side patio area was ideal to watch the waves. We will definitely rent from Marnie again if we are ever in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming, Historical Home that is second to none!!!

Our annual trip to Ocean Isle Beach this year led us to be the very first guests to stay at Historical Founders Manor, home to Odell Williamson, founder of Ocean Isle Beach. It wasn't your typical "beach house" but it offered a charm that was unmatched. Waking up to the ocean view and watching the sunset all from the comfort of the home was amazing!!! Everything is in walking distance or a short bike ride. We've grown to love Ocean Isle beach and to be able to stay in the home of the founder was truly special. You can see and feel the history and southern charm in this home. We will definitely look forward to staying here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Founder’s Manor

We attended a wedding on Ocean Isle and stayed 4 days at this property. Family included - 8 adults and an 18 mo old. Property was superb in every way - location (church was across the street) and close to ocean and town, very clean, property was exactly as described, owner was a pleasure to deal with and communication via text was immediate. An added benefit - a family pass to the Ocean Isle Beach Club - 1 1/4 mile away. Club was on the ocean with pool and offered food & drinks. Would definitely recommend for a family or group of 6-12 guests. Plenty of space and 2 kitchens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024