\"Uncle Ed's Watering Hole\" Oceanfront Cottage. Direct Beach Access & Near Pier - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Searching for your next coastal watering hole? Welcome to Uncle Ed's! This refreshed 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom Oak Island oceanfront bungalow has everything you need for your next vacation with family and friends. Imagine waking up to a cup of warm coffee in your hand, stepping out onto the partially covered porch with ample seating, and walking down the stairs to feel the sun on your skin and sand between your toes. There's an outdoor shower to rinse off from the beach, and there is even a gas grille for your bar-b-queuing enjoyment! If you feel like exploring, the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier is only a few blocks away, and you're close to the best spots on Oak Island — whether it's dining, shopping, or getting out on the Intracoastal Waterway for a boat ride.

Inside, you'll find an open floor plan featuring vaulted ceilings and windows that maximize the ocean vistas — ideal for watching the gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. The living area features a calming ambiance with comfortable seating, a enormous flatscreen TV, and those striking vistas! When you're ready to prepare a snack or a meal together, you'll appreciate the remodeled kitchen with its stainless-steel appliances, sizable gourmet kitchen sink, super peaceful Bosch dishwasher and roomy center island. Appreciate your delicious dishes while overlooking the waves crashing from the broad dining table that features seating for up to 10!

There are two bedrooms on this lower level, both featuring comfortable queen size beds and unique artwork that adds character to this handsome hideaway spot! These bedrooms share the downstairs bathroom featuring a humongous walk-in shower and extended vanity to give you plenty of space for your toiletries.

The upstairs additional loft area has a nautical-themed couch and offers the ideal place to snuggle up to read your favorite novel, take an afternoon nap, or play games! Down the hall is where you'll find the remaining 2 bedrooms: both have one queen-size bed and one twin bed – ideal for couples traveling together or families looking for additional space. These bedrooms share the upstairs bathroom with an extended vanity and a tub/shower combination.

And there are so many more amenities than we can list, like wireless internet and the Bosch high efficient stacked washing machine and dryer! No matter what type of beach adventure awaits you at Oak Island vacation home, one thing's certain: memorable memories will be made here at Uncle Ed's. Don't wait to book your stay!

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear units during your stay! You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more! The choice is yours! For this home you are eligible for up to $245.00 credit on any beach gear! Book now to reserve your gear today!

Please Note: Linens are included with your reservation and contain the following: flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.

We know you want to relax without stopping at the store when you get to the island. To get you started, we provide a welcome kit that includes trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, a dishwasher pod, a washing machine pod, dishwashing soap, hand soap at every sink, bath soap, and shampoo/conditioner.

As you will find when selecting dates on the calendar, there are minimum stay requirements based on the season. There is a 7 nighttime minimum with a mandatory Saturday to Saturday rental pattern in the peak summer months, and there is more flexibility in the slower seasons. You can find a chart of our seasons and minimum stay requirements on our FAQ page, and please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!

About the Area

Located on 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Wrightsville Beach vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To book the largest rental for your budget, we highly recommend booking in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at Wrightsville Beach restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Property management companies sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Property managers typically offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Often, property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which often include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership between the property 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.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation week, and choose a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family requires. \"Uncle Ed's Watering Hole\" Oceanfront Cottage. Direct Beach Access & Near Pier has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking pages. If not, email the property manager before reserving the property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what is best for your vacation group.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly rental. Request information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More considerations for your visit:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• During check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Re-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to inspire new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.