See Otter: Beachwalk cottage in East Beach overlooking the marsh of Davis Canal - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1560 square feet

CANAL AND DOCK IN BACK YARD // THREE MINUTE WALK TO OCEAN

4 Bedrooms | 2 Baths
1 King | 2 Queens | 1 Double | 1 Twin

This vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.

Five TV's (3 LED 4K) with DVR. Two DVD players, 500 mbps wireless internet by Focus Broadband. Screened front porch and back deck with canal and marsh vistas on a natural wildlife reserve. Perched along the Davis Canal with a modest private dock where you can fish, crab, bird watch or savor the Carolina sunsets. Outside shower with hot and cold water plus a charcoal grille. It is a three-min. walk to the beach or a 10-min. walk to the Oak Island Recreation Center where you can rent a canoe. Board games, kids’ toys, Duplos Lego table, puzzles, books and two bicycles for guest use. Off-season monthly units available.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, 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 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. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

How to get the best Wrightsville Beach rental experience:

When to visit & When to reserve a Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• The earlier you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Booking your Wrightsville Beach vacation home in Fall or Spring months is a good way to save on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines have coupons for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Select vacation week and max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group requires. See Otter: Beachwalk cottage in East Beach overlooking the marsh of Davis Canal has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the host before reserving the rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• Upon arrival, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the property to confirm you've collected everything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to propel more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.