Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1460 square feet

"Paws & Unwind” in this one-level, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home constructed in 2021. Come and appreciate this modern and comfortable home in it's first rental year. The open floor plan makes a ideal family gathering place for entertaining, dining, watching TV, playing board games, and just appreciating family time. The huge fenced yard gives your pooches a great place to play.

The kitchen has modern amenities and all of the standard kitchen equipment one may need to host their family including drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, all the cooking and baking essentials, 16 qt stock pot, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, and refrigerator/freezer with ice maker Due to the airy and cavernous open floor plan of the main living area, the prepare of the family is sure not to be left out of the fun.

The bunk room offers two twin over full bunk beds great for the kids. The other roomy guest room offers a queen bed and enormous closet. Both guest rooms have simple access to the shared full bathroom with tub. Right off the main living area is the primary guest suite with a king bed and private bath with walk in shower and giant walk in closet. There are intelligent TVs equipped with Fire TV and streaming service for viewing local channels and basic cable in all of the bedrooms as well as in the main living space. Netflix and Hulu are supplied.

The entrance to the sizable screened-in porch overlooking the big fenced in yard is just off the kitchen and main living area. Outside you will find patio seating, a picnic table for outdoor dining and charcoal kettle grille. The front and back yard are gorgeously landscaped with handsome old live oak trees.

All bed linens and guest towels are supplied. Linens includes fitted sheets, flat sheets, and pillowcases that will be freshly laundered and placed in a bundle on each bed and lightweight comforters or quilts. Since we are not overly strict regarding dogs on the furnishings and beds, blankets are not supplied so guests are requested to provide their own pet blankets to cover couches and beds. A washer and dryer are also available. Reliable and fast internet service is included to enable guests to stay connected. Beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and beach cart are supplied and located in the garage. Guests are also invited to store their own beach stuff in the garage, however cars are to be parked in the driveway only. The driveway can accommodate up to 3 cars. Please do not park on the grass as it may cause damage especially if wet.

The home is located in a relaxing and wooded neighborhood but still close enough to hear the surf at high tide. The beach access is located a short walk (approx. 4 blocks) at the end of the street. At the other end of the street, you will find the Oak Island Nature Park with butterfly garden, picnic area, and fishing pier. And within a few blocks, you will have your choice of numerous eateries, stores, and ice cream parlors.

Other things to know:
- Minimum age requirement to rent is 25 years old
- Events and events are not allowed.
- Self check-in with key pad
- Hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwasher detergent and laundry detergent are included
- A supply of toilet paper, paper towels, and garbage bags are also supplied to get you started, but guests may need to restock during their stay
- Events and events are not allowed and we kindly ask that guests respect peaceful hours between 10pm and 8am.
- No smoking in the home, garage, or patio.
- Cleaning and providing charcoal for the grille are the responsibility of guests.
- Updated 9/12/22: a doorbell camera was installed for security purposes. It is the only exterior operable security camera on premises. There are no interior cameras.

Special note on parking:
From April 1 to September 30, visitors will need to be prepared to pay for parking at public beach accesses.
Cost is $5 per hour, $20 per day, or $80 per week. Parking passes can be purchased electronically at time of use through a mobile app. Please visit https://www.oakislandnc.gov/residents-visitors/parking-information for information.

Special note about family family pets:
Guest understands that this property is pet-friendly. If Guest desires to bring a pet or pets, they must disclose this in advance to host and pay necessary pet costs. A pet fee of $100 is required, 2 dogs max. Due to owner allergies, cats are not allowed. Dogs must be housebroken, well behaved, non-destructive, and contained in Guest included crates when unattended. Guest MUST clean up after their dog(s). Guests who are not travelling with pets understand that previous guests may have brought pets and even though every effort is made by the cleaning company to keep the interior clean and complimentary of hair and dander, there may still be modest amounts present. Therefore, Guests who have allergies to dogs understand that this rental may not be right for them. Any Guest who is caught bringing a pet without paying the pet fee agrees to pay DOUBLE the customary pet fee and may be evicted from the property if Guest refuses to pay the fee immediately upon discovery.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and Bay Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, motor boating, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Our top Vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Finding the best rental home value:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To get the most suitable rental within budget, we suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at Wrightsville Beach restaurants, tours, and activities. 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 the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the perfect rental home:

• Begin by selecting your a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the property owner before you book the rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what configuration is suitable for your family.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Some properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property manager about pet restrictions before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• Get the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of concerns.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Just before checking out, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on great reviews to drive more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.