New! Pet-Friendly Ocean View Cottage Across from Beach Access - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 969 square feet

Searching for the ideal place that your family, friends, and furry ones will go bananas over? Welcome to Banana Pancakes! This pet-friendly 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom coastal bungalow on Oak Island is located directly across the street from beach access and offers ocean vistas from the covered wraparound porch, living space, and primary bedroom. For those who appreciate getting out on the water, you'll find the ideal spot to launch kayaks and standup paddleboards on the same street (about 1.5 blocks away). Plus, you're only mins. from The Pointe and Lonerider, OKI's newest brewery and restaurant. There's even an outdoor shower.

The open floor plan inside is roomy and exudes coastal appeal — from the vaulted ceilings, decor, and refreshed kitchen! The living space features a plush couch and chairs for calming and snuggling up to watch your favorite shows or movies on the huge flatscreen TV. A few steps away is the updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and everything you'll need to prepare a meal. Highlights include a handsome butcher block countertop, a bespoke tile backsplash, and a Keurig coffeemaker. Last but certainly not least, the farmhouse-style dining table with bench seating can sit up to 8 and ties this space together gorgeously.

When you're ready to rest and recharge after your island adventures, you'll find the airy ambiance and vaulted ceilings continue into all three bedrooms! The primary suite features a comfortable king-size bed, desk, and ensuite bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The second bedroom features a comfortable queen-size bed and sizable flatscreen TV. Then, there's the third bedroom that's great for the kiddos and younger crowd with two twin-size bunk beds. Both guest bedrooms share the hallway bathroom that offers a giant sink and massive walk-in shower with bespoke tiling.

This is only the beginning of all the amenities available at this marvelous 2nd row Oak Island vacation home — like premium linens and high-speed wireless internet. If you're ready to appreciate the ocean view and sounds of the waves from the porch swing or rocking chairs with your favorite drink in hand, it's time to book your next stay at Banana Pancakes today!

A pet fee is applied for those traveling with a pet and is supplied in your total rental rate. $175 for the first pet and $50 for an additional pet. min. number of family pets allowed is 2.

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 supplied 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, dishwasher pod, 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 in Oak Island, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect vacation rental experience:

When to visit & When to reserve a Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• To book the most suitable rental within budget, we recommend booking in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at Wrightsville Beach restaurants, beaches, and activities.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers usually offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines contain offers and deals for nearby shops and restaurants.

Planning and picking a perfect Wrightsville Beach vacation home:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and select a budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. New! Pet-Friendly Ocean View Cottage Across from Beach Access has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking websites. If not, email the property manager before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches.
• If there's a certain Wrightsville Beach beach you love, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the property manager about pet restrictions before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property.
• Upon check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• When it's time to leave, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to stimulate new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.