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OceanfrontStudio-Slps4-Pool-Pickleball-HBOMax-Dis+

Beach condo with a fitness center and a sauna

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Welcome to The Groovy Octopus, an oceanfront studio condo in the iconic Golden Sands building. Relax on your private balcony with direct ocean views, or unwind by the electric fireplace while enjoying HBOMax and Disney+. This upscale unit features a renovated bathroom, full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and comfortable beds for 4. The building offers year-round amenities including indoor pool, fitness center and game room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OceanfrontStudio-Slps4-Pool-Pickleball-HBOMax-Dis+

Absolutely stunning studio condo in the iconic Golden Sands! Private balcony offers amazing direct ocean views, and overlooks the building s sun deck. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Murphy bed sofa bed allows the unit to sleep 4 comfortably. Includes HBOMAX and electric fireplace. Stylish bathroom with toilet and shower conveniently separated from sink. Building offers restaurants, pools, game rooms, and more!

The Groovy Octopus is a newly renovated oceanfront studio with amazing views from the private balcony. The unit has an upscale feel, and is relaxed and inviting. The sofa bed has a memory foam mattress, and we offer free HBOMax, which you can watch while being cozy in front of the electric fireplace. Board games, a renovated bathroom with shower, and a full kitchen round out this wonderful unit.

The building has many amenities to enjoy in summer as well as the off-season. Golden Sands charges a $75 registration fee at check in. Please know that this fee is subject to change at the building s discretion.

You may want to bring slippers or thick socks if staying in the winter. The floor is tile and can be cold even if the unit is warm.

Linens and towels are included with booking!
Included:
-Linens for each bed
-Towel set for each registered guest (bath towel, hand towel, wash cloth)
-A starter supply of: coffee, cooking oil, spices, paper towels, toilet paper

PLEASE NOTE: We get credited to replace soiled linens and towels, so please do not dispose of any! If any linens or towels are missing you will be charged a replacement fee.

RECOMMENDATION:
Please note that since we have a strict cancellation policy we strongly recommend that guests purchase travel insurance at time of booking.

Golden Sands offers the following amenities:

Year-round - indoor pool*, fitness center, game room on 22nd floor, private beach area.
*The indoor pool is typically closed for annual maintenance for several weeks in late February/Early March.

Additional seasonal amenities - tennis, beach volleyball, outdoor pool, outdoor kids pool, tiki bar, private beach area chairs, sundeck chairs.

Please know that the Golden Sands building may close certain amenities (including the pools) at their discretion. Unfortunately we do not have any control over this but will provide as much advance notice as possible of any closings.

There is a $75 registration fee at check in (this covers your entire group for the stay!)

Upon paying the registration fee, you ll be given a pass for one parking spot. Additional parking spaces may be able to be rented from the building at $20 per day, however due to high demand in the summer, availability isn t always guaranteed.

Please note that the requirements and pricing of any fee that the building charges is subject to change, and is out of the host s control. In the case that anything changes prior to your stay we ll alert you as soon as we know about it.

Please Note: The only animals allowed in this unit are service animals, which we welcome. But please be aware, the Golden Sands building requires guests with service animals to alert them in advance and to bring documentation of vaccinations.

This North Ocean City location is near many great bars and restaurants as well as a grocery store and beautiful 58 acre North Side Park. The park has a fishing/crabbing pier, walking/jogging/biking path, sports fields, playground, outdoor fitness area, and a rec center with many classes! The iconic OC boardwalk is a short drive or bus ride away.

Minimum age to book is 24.

Towel set is provided for each registered guest (bath towel, hand towel, wash cloth). We are unable to supply additional towels, but there is a washer and dryer available for your use during your stay.

* At checkout, guests are expected to remove all trash and place bagged trash in the dumpster in the parking lot.
* If you have dirty dishes on the morning of checkout, please load the dishwasher and start a cycle with the provided dish detergent.

When checking out, please be sure to check all drawers/closets for any personal items. Shipping items back to you will incur a $35 fee + the cost of shipping.

Cancellation Policy:
To receive a full refund, guests must cancel within 48 hours of booking, and the cancellation must occur at least 14 days before check-in.
If the guest cancels 14 or more days before check-in but not within 48 hours of booking, they'll be refunded 50% for all nights, plus the cleaning fee.
If they cancel between 7 and 14 days before check-in, they'll be refunded 50% for all nights, plus the cleaning fee.
If they cancel after that, only the cleaning fee will be refunded.

If you're concerned about needing to cancel, we strongly recommend purchasing RentalGuardian's travel insurance at check out!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 453 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number 82149

Property is also known as

924915

About the neighborhood

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Ocean City, MD

What's nearby

  • Carousel Ice Skating Rink - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Maryland Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Northside Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Seacrets Distilling Company - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 21 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Reef 118 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bull on the Beach - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crabcake Factory USA - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Original Greene Turtle - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does OceanfrontStudio-Slps4-Pool-Pickleball-HBOMax-Dis+ have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is OceanfrontStudio-Slps4-Pool-Pickleball-HBOMax-Dis+ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OceanfrontStudio-Slps4-Pool-Pickleball-HBOMax-Dis+?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OceanfrontStudio-Slps4-Pool-Pickleball-HBOMax-Dis+?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OceanfrontStudio-Slps4-Pool-Pickleball-HBOMax-Dis+ located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Ocean City condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocean City County Library, Ocean City Beach, and Maryland Beach. Gold Coast Mall and Ocean Plaza Mall Shopping Center are also within 10 minutes.

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