Dog Friendly Cottage w\/ Large Fenced in Backyard - Close to Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1000 square feet

Key Conveniences:
Dog Friendly
Fenced-In Backyard
Sleeps 8
Outdoor Shower (Hot/Cold Water)
Fire Pit with Benches
Grille
Beach Cart with Toys, Beach Chairs, Umbrella
Yard Games (Ladder Toss, Bocce Ball)
Plenty of Outdoor Seating, including Dining Table with Umbrella

3 Bedrooms and a pull out twin in the family room (Primary - King with Ensuite; #2 – Queen with desk; #3 – Twin Bunkbed); Fenced-in Backyard; Fire Pit; Grille; Outdoor Shower; Beach Cart with tons of Toys; Yard Games. The beds as all beds are made prior to your arrival! Just relax and have fun!

Why Hairy Crab? Walk the beach at nighttime & you may see Atlantic Ghost Crabs. They have hairy legs that wick moisture from the sand. Not only is the name fun & memorable but so will be your stay here.

This delightful bungalow is only 5 mins. from the beach and is located in the peaceful wooded section of Oak Island. Choose from one of 3 bedrooms, all with closets & dressers if you like to unpack. In the primary, there’s a king-sized bed with an ensuite bathroom & intelligent TV. The 2nd bedroom has a queen-sized bed, intelligent TV & desk (the spot to work or write postcards about your fun vacation). The 3rd bedroom shares the hall bath. This bedroom is the haven for kids with a set of twin bunkbeds. There is a sizable array of interactive toys, games, books, & puzzles. Toys range from Legos to the shark chomping race game, Shark Mania! They’ll feel like they are already at the beach with the waves scattered on the walls. Lastly there is a convenient pull out twin bed in the family room.

One thing this home will be remembered for is the handsome art & the fun door & furnishings knobs. Play a game of who can find the Ship’s Wheel & Crabs! You’ll have the keys to Davey Jones’ Locker; now to find the locker… How many Crabs can you find in the décor?

For a surprise, open the cabinet beneath the intelligent tv in the living area that holds tons of beach reads. The living area has plenty of seating to watch your favorite shows or savor recalling the events of the day. The well-supplied open kitchen has 3 seats at the bar for entertaining the prepare & appreciating dinner or a snack. The table in the kitchen can seat 2 or be expanded to seat 4. Perhaps you will take advantage of the outdoor table with umbrella for al fresco dining. Get additional flavor for your meal using the gas grille. For those who appreciate a drink, find a shaker & a blender with glasses for all.

The utility room just outside the backdoor homes a vast array of beach & yard games. Is your favorite Ladder Toss or Bocce Ball? Like to collect seashells? Find multiple shell bags for your treasures. Take all of them, the beach umbrella & chairs with you using the beach cart.

There’s even Veteran’s Park a short walk away to enjoy. Whether you fish, use the picnic shelter or just want to swing while watching the boats go by in the Intracoastal Waterway, it’s a spot not to be missed. Bursting with colorful flowers, the butterfly garden is the ideal spot for taking photos of your memorable day.

When you return from the beach, wash off the salt & sand in the Outdoor Shower with both hot & cold water. The Washer & Dryer are just inside the backdoor for conveniently dropping off swimsuits & towels.

Water, a Breeze & Fire are all earth elements you can take advantage of at this bungalow. With 2 benches & a Fire Pit, even in the summer it is ideal for calming with an evening glass of your favorite drink.

Remember, the best days end in sandy toes & salty hair. May you recall shells in your pockets & sand in your shoes when thinking of your vacation time in this bungalow. With the fun décor & a name like Hairy Crab, you’re sure to remember this bungalow.

****Sleeping Arrangements****

Bedroom 1 (Primary): 1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 (guest): 2 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 (guest): Twin Bunk Bed
Family Room (guest): Couch with twin size bed

**Linens & bath towels are supplied 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.

****House Conveniences****
-Bathroom: tub, hair dryer, hot water
-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, SmartTV, essentials (towels, soap, TP), hangers, linens, iron, storage
-HVAC: heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan
-Home Safety: smoke alarm
-Internet: Private wireless internet access (WiFi)
-Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, dishes & silverware, freezer, dishwasher, stove, coffee maker, wine glasses, toaster, baking sheet, & cooking silverware

****House Rules****
-Check-in: After 4pm
-Checkout: at 10am, no later
-NO SMOKING
-Dog Friendly, limit to 2 dogs. $200 pet fee must be paid prior to check in.
-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


****Eateries close by****
-Duffer's Pub and Grille
-Shagger Jacks
-Lonerider
-Swain's Seafood
-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 close by****
-Publix
-Food Lion
-ABC Liquor Store
-Haag & Sons Seafood Market


****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 Duffer's Restaurant)
-Wild Life Observation Dock


****Rental Equipment****
-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks
-Quicksand Beach Concierge: Beach gear, chairs, umbrellas, etc.
-Island Dan's units: Kayak tours, bicycle units, beach units


****Surrounding Destinati

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. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Oak Island rental booking tips and tricks:

Finding the best rental home value:

• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation rental six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Book your Wrightsville Beach vacation in Fall or Spring to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Hosts sometimes offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Often, property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guides that include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking your prefect Wrightsville Beach vacation home:

• Choose vacation week and spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Dog Friendly Cottage w\/ Large Fenced in Backyard - Close to Beach has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the host before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or applied to your agreement.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many problems.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, document any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at departure. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic stay? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or host was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.