Incorporated in 1889, Ocean View was orginally known as "Hall’s Store", a village that sprang up around the store, whose inhabitants were composed of families of farmers, watermen, and seamen. The name of the village was changed to Ocean View when people discovered the nearby beach areas for recreation. That is no less true today as Ocean View has become a delightful and wonderful town conducive to a peaceful small-town lifestyle. In just a few minutes from your vacation rental home, you will find yourself on the beautiful beaches of Bethany, on the boardwalk, shopping in the many eclectic shops or dining in one of the numerous casual or gourmet restaurants in the area. The area is also home to golf courses, art galleries, libaries, live theatre and of course lots of marine activities.