Private Saltwater Pool, With Excellent Ocean Views And Only 2 Blocks From the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2000 square feet

Handsome new home with Saltwater Pool - 4 Bedrooms, 3 ½ Baths; 2 Extensive Porches overlooking the Ocean; 2 screened in porches in rear of home, Chef’s Kitchen, Outdoor Shower (hot/cold); Walk to the Beach, Splash Pad, Free Outdoor Concert Venue & Grocery Store; Yard Games, outdoor fire pit with chairs, corn hole, hammock, private pool.

Looking for a little R&R by the Sea? This property is that & so much more. With its close proximity to the ocean, Middleton Park and the Publix shopping center, this home is ideal in every way. The reverse floor plan with the family room and kitchen upstairs let's you take full advantage of the marvelous vistas of the ocean.

As you enter the home via the first level entryway, you get a glimpse of what is to come upstairs. The warm aroma of the wood wafts as you begin your journey to the 2nd floor. There are 3 bedrooms: 1 King with Ensuite; 2 fulls with a Jack & Jill bath shared with a bedroom with 2 sets of bunkbeds. On the 3rd floor is a 2nd King & Ensuite. All have ample room to unpack in dressers & huge closets. The air moves in each room with fan/lights using remote controls. Each bedroom also has a Intelligent TV.

On the 3rd level is a huge living area with a big-screen Intelligent TV, games & books for beach reads. The dining table seats 10 & the island seats 6. This is a chef’s kitchen: 4 door French Door Fridge, sizable Workstation Sink, ample dish & food Storage, Air Fryer, Hand Mixer, Keurig & Drip Coffeemakers & a enormous island for plenty of Prep Space. There’s even a Publix grocery store across the street in case you forgot something while making dinner.

Substantial Porches on the 2nd & 3rd levels allow you to watch the sun rise & set over the Atlantic which is only a short walk away. There’s even a porch swing to savor on the 2nd floor deck. Rinse off the salt & sand in the large Outdoor Shower (hot & cold water). Toss your beach clothes into the Washer & Dryer with a folding table. Also within walking distance is Middleton Park with a fun Splash Pad & an Outdoor Venue used for Free Concerts & Food Trucks during the summer. You can even appreciate the concerts from the privacy of the deck if you prefer as it is so close.

Not only is this property delightfully decorated but notice the special touches. A Video Doorbell announces guests on the Echo Dot. Play music or ask Alexa to tell you a joke! Outdoor Games add even more entertainment.

With this location and all these amenities, you will see why this is the bungalow for your much needed R&R by the Sea!

New salt water pool: This pool has an optional heater that can be requested for use prior to arrival. Must know if heating will be needing +7 days from checkin. For use of pool heater there will be an additional $60/ nighttime charge to heat and to keep the pool heated to 85 degrees. Must heat for the entire length of the stay, can't pick and choose days. If the air temperature falls below 50 degrees, there is no option to heat the pool as this is a requirement by the heater to operate. Temperature is wirelessly controlled and the control panel is locked at the unit. Please Note the $60/ nighttime heating fee is not automatically added onto the booking. This will be paid separately from the primary booking.
Type: Saltwater, Deepest part of pool: 5.5ft, Volume: 7,200 gallons, Lights are active 8pm-2am (option to turn off/ change color at control panel), Cleanings 2 times a week during the summer.

Please note: Linens are supplied with your reservation and your beds will be made prior to your arrival. Also a Welcome Bag will be waiting for you upon your arrival with starter supplies which includes 2 trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher powder, washing machine powder, dish sponge, modest shampoo and conditioner with bar of soap, make up remover, and 2 bottles of water.

House Rules:
-Check-in: After 4pm (strict, unless approved)
-Checkout: By 10am (strict, unless approved)
-Keyless check-in
-NO SMOKING
-NO PARTIES or EVENTS
-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money
-No diving in pool (additional pool rules are visually stated at the property)

Please read:
**Linens & bath towels are included for complimentary in the reservation**
*On January 10th, 2023 the Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The cost will be $5 per hour, $20 per day and $80 per week.

Eateries:
-Salt 64
-Island Way
-Shagger Jacks
-Swain's Seafood and Cut
-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery
-Bob's Hot Dogs
-Koko Cabana
-Lazy Turtle Bar & Grille
-BBQ House
-Paul's of Oak Island
-Oak Island Sandwich Shop
-Dairy Queen
-Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream


Stores & Shopping:
-Publix (grocery
-Lowes Food, just off the bridge on mainland (grocery)
-Food Lion (grocery)
-ABC Liquor Store (liquor)
-Haag & Sons Seafood Market (seafood)
-Strands Outfitters (clothing)


Local Activities:
-Sky Diving
-Helicopter Tours
-Single Prop Plane Tours
-Deep Sea Fishing
-Fishing Piers
-Boat Units
-Mini Golf
-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant)
-Wild Life Observation Dock


Rental Equipment:
-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks
-Quicksand Concierge
-Never Ever Boards

Surrounding Destinations:

-Southport, NC (15 min. drive)
-Wilmington, NC (45 min. drive)
-Myrtle Beach, SC (1 hour drive)

Island Rules:

-DO NOT climb or walk on dunes
-DO NOT interfere with sea turtle beds on beach
-Please respect your neighbors!

Contact your iTrip Property Manager for further questions or comments: James Fosbury

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best rental home experience:

Sticking to your budget:

• Summertime is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To book the best vacation home within your budget, we recommend booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Some property managers offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local shops and restaurants.

How to choose the best rental:

• Select your dates and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Private Saltwater Pool, With Excellent Ocean Views And Only 2 Blocks From the Beach has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what is suitable for your vacation.
• If there's a specific Wrightsville Beach beach you are crazy about, search for homes that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• Some rentals allow pets, but some do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about pet restrictions before booking.

Additional considerations:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• At Check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be respectful. Often, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great ratings to compel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.