Indian Beach Vacation Rentals: The Ocean Club

The Ocean Club, awarded the 2007 MetroBravo Award from Metro Magazine's readers, is one of the top rated resorts and spas in North Carolina. The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce recognized The Ocean Club's preservation efforts throughout the community to maintain the coastal quality of the area and awarded them the Award of Merit for Development.

Builders and architects carved the illustrious resort out of the lush maritime forest and environment surrounding the area. The designers also maintained a look reminiscent of early Charlestonian architecture, with each villa's open living space complementing the magnificent indigenous wildlife entwined throughout the resort. Each villa offers one to three bedrooms and two bathrooms. You'll find some of the most incredible views of the waterway on the large, private decks. Villas also come standard with well equipped kitchens and washers and dryers. Visitors will find anything and everything they need on site, with all of the features and amenities needed to stay comfortably. The world class spa provides a full list of treatments to sooth any ache or pain.

Centrally located, but worlds away from the hustle and bustle of a town, guests will find a short drive can take them to a number of adventures. Enjoy a number of activities such as fishing, scuba diving, wind surfing and other water sports to great shopping, eco touring, dining and of course world renowned golfing. Enjoy fine dining in a beautiful setting at Restaurant Carltons' - now open at The Ocean Club for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether you're looking to celebrate a wedding, host a conference, take a vacation or simply plan a wellness retreat and get away, The Ocean Club provides the setting and backdrop for any of your future needs.

Amenities Include:

• Two Pools
• Spas
• Children's Pool
• Cabana
• Activity Pavilion
• Bocce Ball Play Area
• Golf Putting Course
• Clay Tennis Courts
• Carltons' (fine dining)

The Ocean Club Spa and Wellness Center
Find yourself encased by the peaceful and harmonious surroundings of the Ocean Club spa, hidden by trees and quietly resting along North Carolinas coastline. The spa perfectly blends the slight ambiguity of Asian cultures along side European style and grace. Pass through the sundial doors and immediately feel lighter, as you leave worries and concerns behind and relax in the classically designed calm.

Enjoy the highest quality in service, as each of our staff members offers the highest level of service and generous hospitality. Begin your spa retreat in one of the many well thought out relaxation rooms to slough off the worries of today. Move onto the sauna and steam rooms and find yourself enveloped in warmth. Treat yourself to some of the best massages and facials in North Carolina or enjoy some of our other beauty services such as nurturing soaks and body wraps.

Find something for every palate and taste at our refreshment bar. If you've come to fill a specific need, try the sports or exercise training program or our therapeutic weight loss series. No matter your decision, you'll find yourself more refreshed in every sense of the word when you've spent time at The Ocean Club Spa and Wellness Center.

The Ocean Club Fitness Center
Any non-owner who pays the yearly membership fee at the Ocean Club, and all owners and their guests currently residing in a villa on our community have complimentary membership to the Ocean Club fitness center. When you rent a villa through Ocean Club Luxury Rentals, the on-site rental agency, you also enjoy membership to the fitness center free of charge.

You'll find some of the most up-to-date work out equipment in the fitness center houses. The latest in vitality equipment is also available. As a guest, you'll have your own combination to the center so you are free to come and go as you please. However, please respect the rules of the center; all guests 18 years of age or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Also, please don't bring young children. There are many other entertaining activities throughout the resort that are more appropriate.

Please be sure to wear proper attire when working out, such as close fitting clothing and closed-toe shoes. To protect your safety, you are required to wear such attire when you are in the center or attending one of the fitness center's classes.

A wide range of classes are available to accommodate every skill level and interest. Group exercise classes are available to villa guests who are over the age of 16 years old. Please respect others while attending these classes. Note that reservations are required. Contact the reception desk at the spa for the complete listing of fees and classes offered. The classes range from yoga and pilates to aqua aerobics and aqua dancing.

Other courses offered are spinning, low impact aerobics, stretching and dancing. If you prefer to exercise alone but want some help, look for private exercise sessions in 2008. The best physical trainers team up with you to provide private lessons and develop a personalized work out plan focusing on your goals and needs. Theses sessions must be booked ahead. These sessions are also only offered during the Ocean Club health and wellness retreats.