4BR\/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

The Bessie-B - 4 Bedroom 3 Bath House, Oceanfront, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 10

****10% Active/Retired Military or First Responders Discount****

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:
- Located on the highly sought after west end of Oak Island
- Direct beach access
- Spectacular sunrise and sunset vistas over the ocean
- Convenient to Ocean Crest Pier, Beach Pantry Store, trails, fishing, great stores, dining, Oak Island Golf Couse, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, 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: 1K, 1Q, 3T, 1BB T/T, 1 Single Futon
- Entertainment: Flat-screen Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming. Basic cable. TVs in all bedrooms. DVD player with DVD library. Board games. Puzzles. Books.
- Kitchen: Breakfast bar. Stainless-steel appliances. Granite countertops. Fridge. Electric range with cooktop. Dishwasher. Constructed-in microwave. Toaster oven. Toaster. Blender. Keurig coffee maker.
- Open/reverse floor plan
- LVP and tile floor
- Double vanity in master bathroom
- Oceanfront sun deck
- Oceanfront covered porch
- Modest street side sun deck
- Charcoal Green Egg Grille
- Picnic tables
- Open hot/cold outdoor shower
- Stairway entrance under home
- Keyless entry
- Private/covered parking
- Boat parking
- Dog friendly

The Bessie-B - This beautiful oceanfront home offers the tranquility and relaxation you need with all the amenities of home. But.....the best part is that the ocean will be your front yard! You will adore having an outdoor picnic dinner with our extraordinary Oak Island sunset as your charming backdrop. After which, you can take a long walk on the beach. Spend a calming day sunbathing in the sand in front of the home, as the kids build sand castles. Fall asleep at nighttime to the gentle lullaby of the waves as they roll onto shore. If it rains, no worries here! Caring owners have included plenty of games and DVDs to entertain or you can take a ferry ride for a day trip over to the Fort Fisher Aquarium. Everything you could need or want from necessities to fun is all just a few mins. away. Thrill seekers and peaceful retreaters both will find much to do and see! Come and discover all that Oak Island and surrounding towns have to offer. You are sure to want to make The Bessie B your vacation sweet spot year after year!

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include 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

How to get the best Wrightsville Beach vacation rental experience:

Get the most from your vacation rental budget:

• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation rental six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach vacation home in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guides which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to pick the perfect vacation rental in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• To start, have your group commit to dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. 4BR\/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10 has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email the host before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what is right for your group.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your contract.
• If there's a specific Wrightsville Beach beach you love, keep an eye out for properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Additional considerations:

• Store the owner's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent many problems.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Frequently, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a great time? Most rental managers make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property management company was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.