It Depends: Beach Cottage Overlooking Davis Canal - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1300 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
3 Kings

Master on main level with full bath and huge closet. Two enormous bedrooms with shared bath on upper level with amazing expansive vistas of the Davis Canal and Montgomery Slough natural wildlife reserve.

This island home has been refreshed in 2022 with new beds and living room furnishings with luxury vinyl plank floor throughout. Two intelligent TVs with Spectrum basic cable (Netflix streaming - personal account required) and high speed internet and Wi-Fi.

Central air/heat with ceiling fans in all bedrooms and living room. Front covered porch, cavernous open deck overlooking a tidal waterway that is great for kayaking and bird watching. Charcoal grille and outdoor seating for six on the upper level. Enormous picnic table in enclosed area on the lower level. Enclosed outside shower with hot and cold water. Private dock with constructed-in bench seating for crabbing and wildlife viewing.

Two blocks from the beach and a 10 min. walk to Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way Restaurant. Beach buggy, umbrella, toys and bicycles supplied.

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 the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Wrightsville Beach rental property booking tips and tricks:

When to visit Oak Island & When to book:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked early. Booking your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Summer time is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To find the best value, try changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which will include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the best vacation home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• First, have your group agree to a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. It Depends: Beach Cottage Overlooking Davis Canal has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is usually available online. If you don't see them listed, email the property owner before you reserve your home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a rental that allows animals. Get specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's an individual Wrightsville Beach destination you love, look for properties that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Upon check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and look for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on great reviews to propel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. 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. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.