Beachy Keen ~Charming Dog Friendly Cottage-Walk to Beach! Sleeps 7 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Adorable Beach Cottage, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath (Sleeps 6). Beachy Keen OKI is a striking, dog friendly beach bungalow centrally located on a peaceful, wooded street with 6-foot completely fenced backyard! The bungalow is gorgeously decorated and newly modernized with LPV floor. It is ideal for modest families, a couple's hideaway and spending time with your furry friends. The bungalow is a 6-min. walk to the beach for shelling, sunbathing and sunsets and to the Intracoastal waterway (ICW) for kayaking, SUP, crabbing and fishing! The Island's stores, eateries, grocery and other amenities are also within a short walking distance.

The shaded fenced backyard is ideal for a game of cornhole or letting the kids or dogs run around. An outdoor shower and a separate foot shower are ideal for rinsing off the sand after a long day at the beach! A entirely equipped kitchen, a gas and charcoal grille are ideal for meals at home. In the evening, relax in the wooden swing, the comfortable rocking chairs on the front porch or under the string lights on the deck and feel the ocean breeze.
Linens and towels are supplied. Professionally cleaned prior to arrival and upon departure. Beach towels, beach wagon, beach umbrella, games and body boards included. The bungalow has a variety of indoor and outdoor games ideal for all ages, including cornhole. Infant gate and dog crates supplied.

High chair, booster seat, pack and play and infant bath are supplied upon request.
Off season monthly units offered-please send message to inquire.


THE COTTAGE:
First floor- no stairs/ ground floor entry
Kitchen, Dining, Living, Room
Totally Equipped kitchen, new 2023 refrigerator, microwave, new 2023 dishwasher electric stove, dishes, silverware, Keurig and coffee maker, glasses, baking dishes, crockpot, griddle and cooking silverware.
-New bedroom furnishings in 2024-twin over queen bed with cozy new bed with dresser and closet space
-New Queen sleeper couch in living room
-Bathroom with shower
-Intelligent TV with Roku, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Hulu

Second floor:
Bedroom -King bed with comfortable Beauty Rest memory foam bed and French doors leading to a private deck
Bathroom with garden whirlpool tub and shower
Book Nook with window seat
Washer and Dryer
Intelligent TV with Roku Amazon prime , Hulu, Netflix etc

Outside-
Six foot fenced backyard
Front porch with rocking chairs
2nd story deck with adirondack chairs and string lights
Wooden swing
Outdoor shower with bench
Foot shower
Outside patio table with chairs for dining
Gas grille
Charcoal park grille


Central air and heat
Ceiling Fans
Safety-Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, first aid kit
Free hi-speed Wireless internet (Wifi)
Flat screen Intelligent TVs with Roku for streaming capability-Netflix, Hulu, etc.
Free Parking

House Rules:
Check-in: 4 pm
Check-out: 10 am
-Keyless Check-In
-NO SMOKING or vaping in home ($250.00 fee for violation)
-No Parties or events
-Must be 25 years or older to rent property

Furry Facts:
-min. No. of Animals-2 dog max. unless additional dogs are approved by owner
-Non-Refundable Pet-Deposit for two dogs is $100.00.
-All dogs must be housebroken and up to date on shots and crated in home when left unattended subject to certain exceptions arranged with owner
-Oak Island is a dog friendly beach. Leashed dogs are allowed year-round on the island beaches and allowed off leash from Oct. 15-March 15.
-There are two dog parks on the island, one only two blocks away from the bungalow.
-Food /water bowls are supplied along with additional leashes and collars.
-Crates and infant gate included. Two medium crates are in the bungalow. A enormous crate is available upon request.
- Dog blankets for furnishings supplied
-Other animals besides dogs are not allowed.
-If pet fee is not paid at booking, the pet will be charged after the booking and must be paid before check-in.
-Family Pets must be pre-approved by owner and service animals disclosed at time of booking
--We request that family pets be kept off the furnishings in living room or use dog blankets included
-Must comply with all local leash laws

Conveniences:
-4 beach chairs, beach umbrella , beach wagon and an assortment of beach toys and body boards are included for your enjoyment as well as a variety of indoor and outdoor games for all ages including cornhole.
-2 new adult cruiser bicycles available upon request
-Hair dryers in each bathroom
-Iron and ironing table
-High-chair, booster seat and pack and play available upon request
-Infant gate
-Dog crates in multiple sizes
-Welcome pack of starter supplies
-Beach towels supplied
-Laundered bed linens and towels supplied


Golfers-Oak Island Golf Course and Duffer's Grille is mins. away
Boaters-Long Driveway ideal for parking your boat (no neighborhood restrictions) Close to Dutchmen's Creek and other public boat access
Families-Middleton Park with two playgrounds and a Splash Pad are located across the street.

Entertainment-Middelton Park is also the location for the craft and farmers markets, concerts on Friday nighttime and weekend festivals.

Attractions within walking distance mins. from bungalow:
-Kayak or paddle board the ICW and other waterways. Kayak and SUP rental is at the end of your street
-OKI Scoop Shop, Donuts and Coffee, Dollar General, Kai Joes Tacos, Bar-B-Que House, Publix (Pub Subs!), OKI Coffee House, Candy and Sandwich shop, Pete's golf rental and 49th Street Bar and Grille, Splash pad, playgrounds, tennis and pickleball courts, and skate park at Middleton Park.

Nearby attractions:
Hannah A. Templeton Dog Park -2 blocks away
Oak Island Jungle Mini-Golf
Gonzo's Animal House for pet supplies
Island Joe Coffee and Cafe
Shagger Jacks Seafood
Oak Island Fishing Pier
Oceanside Mermaid and Cove
Town of Caswell Beach and Oak Island Lighthouse
Quaint town of Southport is 15 mins. away with riverwalk, stores and eateries
Ferry to Bald Head Island (golf carts only on island) from Southport
Ferry to Fort Fisher and NC Aquarium from Southport

About the Area

Located near the beach, this cottage 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 looking for area attractions can visit Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Jet skiing, kayaking, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

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When to visit & When to book:

• The earlier your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
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Planning, selecting, and booking the perfectrental:

• First, have your group choose a vacation week and a spending budget.
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• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property management company before booking the vacation home. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
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More tips for your visit:

• We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Upon arrival, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
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