Blue Fish Shack: Dog-Friendly Waterway Home with Private Boat Dock - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2760 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
4 Queens | 1 Twin | 1 Twin-over-twin Bunk Bed

This vacation rental welcomes up to 2 dogs per reservation year-round.

The BLUE FISH SHACK is waterfront and centrally located on the intercoastal Waterway, so you are close to everything. Recently refreshed inside and out including a bigger floating day dock. Totally equipped charming open kitchen/dining room with seating for 83 intelligent HDTV's (2 with the addition of basic cable). Also included is wireless high-speed internet. Entirely equipped handsome open kitchen/dining room with seating for eight. Efficiency apartment downstairs with one queen and one twin bed plus a kitchenette, no inside access (separate entrance). Covered porch and deck with rockers, lounge chairs, and vistas of the ICW. Porch is equipped with a removable infant and pet gate too. Outside shower with hot and cold water, entirely fenced backyard, gated boat dock (lifts are not for guest use), extended floating day dock, and fish cleaning station and gas grille. Internet access and cable TV supplied.

BLUE FISH SHACK offers use of the dock for boats or use the floating dock to launch the two kayaks supplied to discover the Intracoastal waterway. Throw your crab basket or fishing line in from the dock to catch your dinner. Savor evenings by the water under the stars.

Put your boat in the water at Dutchman Creek at NE 55th street only a couple blocks away. Regardless of your activities while here, appreciate the BLUE FISH SHACK on the Intracoastal and it's must see sunrises and sunsets.

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 Founders Club at St. James Plantation. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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

Tips and Tricks to get the best Wrightsville Beach rental experience:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To get the best value, try shifting your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guides have discounts for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Choosing and booking the best Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• To start, have your group agree to dates and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Blue Fish Shack: Dog-Friendly Waterway Home with Private Boat Dock has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property owner before reserving your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

Know before you go:

• Add the host's phone number to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of problems.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Upon check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• At departure, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a wonderful stay? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.