Once Upon A Tide

My college friends and I had our families come together and spend New Years at Once Upon a Tide. The house is perfectly appointed with all the kitchen items a large group needs. There are ample rooms and lots of bed combinations that allowed everyone to sleep comfortably. One of our favorite parts of this house was that there were two separate living areas. This allowed the kids a space to hang out independent from the adults. We absolutely plan to rent this house again in the coming years. Laura and her team are top notch hosts.

We set our expectations high, but your home exceeded the bars and all our dreams! Being from Arizona, we relied on the the photos which are accurate, but don't compare to the amazing space and views this house provides. From the moment you enter the house, your breathe is taken away by the amazing view and beautiful decor. Your staff, Liz, Joanna and Kyle went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Liz was responsive through the whole process and provided home information and answered all our questions before arriving. Joanna and Kyle were on the spot to take care of the property during our stay.This home is an event planners dream location for beach weddings and was designed with events in mind. Many of our event vendors said it was the best vacation event house on Ocean Isle Beach. The 12 private bedrooms with their own bathrooms and large kitchen and social areas accommodated our large group nicely. We stayed towards the end of October and it was like having our own private beach. Weather was perfect. Being off season many shops and restaurants in the area had limited hours, which was to be expected. Highly recommend this property for family reunions, holidays, weddings and events.So glad we chose Once Upon A Tide.One Happy Family

We highly recommend staying in any property by Luxury Lodging by Laura! Their professionalism and compassion is above and beyond.We recently stayed in Once Upon a Tide. This property is fabulous, breathtaking views and immaculate and professionally decorated interior. Perfect setting for an intimate wedding!It was the weekend of the hurricane and we were hosting my son and daughter-in-law‘s wedding . Their compassion and quick responses to our continuous requests and concerns was absolutely amazing.Liz also offered great customer service!HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

The house was perfect for our wedding of 70 people. It allowed us to spend quality time with our family and friends and we were able to save a lot of money doing things ourselves. They were responsive with issues or questions. The only issue we had was parking is limited in the area and we were thankful to have brought a golf cart.

My family and I enjoyed the house and week completely. It was very relaxing.

Wow!!! It is difficult for me to put into words how amazing my stay was at this house. The memories that were at this house were unforgettable and every aspect of this home was perfect. When we opened the door for the first time, we were blown away by the flawless architectural & interior design, high-end appliances, and unparalleled cleanliness. However, as we began our stay in this home, we realized that it was truly so much more. EVERY item in the house was of the highest quality and in mint condition. I had the best sleep in this home than I have had in a very long time. The bed sheets were crisp and cozy, the mattresses had the perfect amount of give, and the pillows were pristine. Each time I slid into bed, I would instantly enter the most peaceful sleep. There was a pleasant aroma that filled the home, contributing to the truly enlightening environment. This home could also not have been more perfect for accommodating large amounts of people. The design of the house gave everyone plenty of privacy and personal space but also attracted people to fun communal areas where we would watch television, play games, or just laugh the night away. It really pulled people together, deepening the bonds of our group. The games upstairs were a great way to entertain and often fostered some pretty serious competition. There was more than enough room for us all, and every single room was luxurious, spaceouse, and comfortable. Each bathroom was well designed, with high-pressure showers, lots of room, and many aesthetically pleasing qualities. The complimentary soap that the owners provided us with was also phenomenal. It smelled nice and was restorative for my hair and skin. The towels at the house were very fluffy and luscious. The pool area was one of my favorite places at the house. The pool was perfect for frolicking and was kept extraordinary clean by the amazing crew. The setup was perfect for a combination of hanging out at the beach, hanging out by the pool, cooking, and eating. It made for the most incredible beach days and eccentric evenings. Moreover, the sense of tranquility, happiness, and joy fostered one of the greatest weekends of my life. I will never forget waking up and looking out the window at the breathtaking beach-front view or sitting on the porch late at night listening to the waves and watching the stars. I wish I could give this home more stars, but sadly five is all I am able to give. I am eternally grateful for whoever owns it and the obvious care and love they put into it. Sincerely,Rocco

I had my dream wedding at Once Upon a Tide in September and it was so incredible! We booked the house before seeing it in person, and Laura was right, if you love the pictures then seeing it in person will blow you away. The house was HUGE! And the perfect venue for a wedding. We had a small wedding of only 44 so it was nice that all of the guests had the option to stay there. I never really thought of having my wedding at a beach house but after seeing this venue I knew it was the one. We wanted the beach but didn't even think this was an option. Not only was the wedding perfect but our entire stay was just as beautiful. We stayed for 8 days so it was like our honeymoon included. The best part was having family and friends there for more then one day. I will absolutely be going back to the house just for the views! Thanks again to Laura and her team!!

My wife and I rented an ocean front home from Laura and her team for a weeklong family vacation as well as a our wedding reception. The entire experience from booking to check-out was phenomenal. The home was gorgeous. Our wedding reception was perfect. Our family felt like royalty the entire time we were there. We are already talking about going back, and would recommend Laura and her rentals to anyone in a heartbeat.