3BR\/2.5BA House - 2nd Row, Ocean Views, POOL, DOG FRIENDLY, Sleeps 6 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Hazel- 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath House, 2nd Row with Ocean Vistas, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 6

****Pool heating available October - April for an additional fee - see details below!****

This cozy and comfortable 2nd row beach bungalow is not only ideally located for your beach vacation with the public beach access just 3 homes down and Ocean Crest Pier right close by, but also comes with a lot of amazing history! The home was named Hazel for her exceptional strength and might during Hurricane Hazel which devastated Oak Island in 1954. This home was one of only five homes on the entire island that survived the storm. The original solid cinder blocks with which the home was constructed in 1953 are still intact. Hazel was completely & lovingly restored in 2020, offering you all the modern amenities you are used to in a nice and cozy space to call home while you relax at the beach. You will want for nothing here! An broad screened porch, in-ground pool (with pool heating available for an additional fee), and enclosed outdoor shower were also added during the 2020 renovations. You are sure to appreciate the privacy fence surrounding the pool where you can lounge to your heart's content without all the sand. From the pool area you can access the lower level of the home where you will find a half bathroom and ping-pong table. After gathering your fresh catch from a calming day of fishing out on the beach or at the Ocean Crest Pier, you can come back and grille out the best seafood you've ever tasted! Sit back on the comfortable screened porch and savor your morning coffee or an evening glass of good old southern sweet tea to witness the most spectacular Oak Island sunrises and sunsets paint the sky. Plenty of seating for everybody! If you feel like getting out, there’s tons to do and see on and around Oak Island. Don’t forget the Summer Concerts at Middleton Park, just a few mins.’ drive away. As you experience Hazel, you are sure to find yourself being strengthened and renewed from the storms of everyday life, just as this mighty home, aptly named, encourages us all to be strong and keep living life to the fullest. This island treasure will not last long, so make your reservation today before it's too late! See you soon!

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Entirely equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features:
- 2nd row home only 3 homes down from the public beach access to the right of the home
- Spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the ocean
- Centrally located in the heart of Oak Island
- Close to Middleton Park with basketball hoops, tennis, splash pad water park, playgrounds and more!
- Close to Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way Restaurant
- Convenient to great stores, more eateries, grocery stores, Oak Island Golf Course, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, zip-lining, Oak Island Lighthouse, and other fun activities
- Short 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Beds: 2Q, 1BB T/T Constructed-in (Bedrooms do not have closets, but the master has an armoire for hanging and drawers, and the guest bedrooms have also have drawers)
- Entertainment: Flat-screen TVs. Basic cable. TVs in master bedroom and main living room. Board games. Puzzles. Ping-pong table. Corn Hole set.
- Kitchen: Island breakfast bar. Quartz countertops. Fridge. Electric range with flat-surface cooktop. Dishwasher. Microwave. Air fryer. Crockpot. Griddle. Blender. Toaster. Toaster oven.
- Private master suite
- Guest bedrooms share jack-n-jill bathroom
- Custom tile showers
- Central Heat/AC in upstairs main home
- LVP floor in main home / concrete floor on lower level
- Lower level of home can be accessed off the pool area and homes a half bath and ping-pong game area with full-size refrigerator (no freezer)
- Expansive ocean-facing screened porch with plenty of seating and outdoor dining table
- 2 Hammocks
- Charcoal grille
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Private, in-ground saltwater swimming pool with heating availability October-April (For an additional fee - $100/day with a 3-day minimum or $700/week. Please call the Better Beach Units office to set-up at least one week prior to arrival to allow for prep time.)
- Boat parking
- Private parking (4 spaces total)
- Dog friendly

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Finding the best Wrightsville Beach vacation rental experience:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wrightsville Beach area. Book your Wrightsville Beach vacation in Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Booking your rental home up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Many property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides that include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking the rightrental:

• Choose vacation week and budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family needs. 3BR\/2.5BA House - 2nd Row, Ocean Views, POOL, DOG FRIENDLY, Sleeps 6 has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. If not, call the host before you book the vacation property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You will need to work out what bed configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is bringing pets, search for a rental that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your visit, record any problem areas upon check in. E-mail the host immediately to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors disrupting your peace. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Re-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to propel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.