Blue Cottage: Newly Renovated, Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Private Fence - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

Location:

The Blue Cottage is located in the striking coastal community of Oak Island, North Carolina. Located on a peaceful residential street, it’s just a short 10-min. walk to multiple public beach accesses, providing simple and convenient beach access for all guests.

Accommodations:

The bungalow comfortably accommodates up to 6 adults and welcomes up to two family pets with an additional $100 pet fee.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms:

On the first floor, the master bedroom features a queen-sized zero gravity Tempur-Pedic bed, a dresser, a enormous closet, and a intelligent TV for your entertainment. The adjacent 4-piece bathroom is outfitted with additional towels and linens. The second floor homes the second bedroom, which is equipped with two double beds, a dresser, and a intelligent TV. An adjacent 3-piece bathroom, also supplied with additional towels and linens, serves the second bedroom. An additional sleeping area is available by converting the living room couch into a queen-size bed.

Kitchen:

The completely supplied kitchen is designed to make meal preparation painless and enchanting. It includes new appliances, a diverse selection of cookware, tasteful beach-themed dinnerware, and a Keurig coffee machine for your morning brew.

Backyard:

The backyard is a roomy double lot enclosed by a privacy fence, featuring a patio with a table and chairs for four adults, a gas grille for barbecuing, a fire pit for comfortable evenings, a pet sanitation station for your convenience, and a wash station to rinse off sand after a day at the beach.

Ownership and Management:

The home is owned and managed by a beach-loving family dedicated to providing a cozy and delightful stay. Guests will receive a welcome packet upon booking, detailing a wide selection of amenities available on the island and in the surrounding areas. The family takes pride in their fast response to any questions or concerns during your stay.

Local Services:

Our cleaning service and yard management company are local, family-owned businesses committed to maintaining the home’s beauty and cleanliness for all guests.

We look forward to hosting you at the Blue Cottage and hope you appreciate all the amenities and conveniences it has to offer.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies for getting the best rental home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best value, try changing your trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip 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 unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many rental management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guide magazines which will include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Choosing the perfect rental home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Start by having your group choose date ranges and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group needs. Blue Cottage: Newly Renovated, Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, Private Fence has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking pages. If not, call the property manager before you book the property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Know before you go:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your visit, record any problem areas upon check in. Get in touch with the rental manager right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great feedback to propel more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. 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.