Blue Marlin \/ 1426 E Beach Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

4BR/3.5BA - BR1:1K, BR2:1K, BR3:1Q, BR4:2T - Gorgeous home with striking vistas and great location just steps away from Ocean Crest Pier & Island Way Restaurant. Beach access just across the street! Sizable open living, dining and enormous kitchen on 1st level and a den on the 2nd level with ocean vistas. Ideal for family fun! WIFI, cable TV, DVD, Washer/Dryer, Stainless steel appliances, Microwave, Dishwasher, Wood floors living/dining, Tile baths, carpeted bedrooms, 2 huge covered, double deck porches, enclosed outside shower, charcoal park style grille. No Smoking. No Family Animals. Linens included. 7 Day stays only. Please call to inquire. Check-In: 3-5PM, Check-Out: 10:00AM. 

About the Area

Located near the beach, 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. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

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 not allowed

Our top Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• June, July, and August are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Reserving a rental home in Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some owners offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, 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 host for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guides which will include special offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Filter your search:

• Select a group lead, select your dates, and select a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Blue Marlin \/ 1426 E Beach Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property manager before booking the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must reserve a property that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, property owners charge additional pet fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Store the owner's information in your smartphone.
• Document any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if a dispute is filed.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.