Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1 King, 1 Queen, twin bunk beds, and Queen air bed

If you’re looking for a family and pet-friendly escape with the best of both worlds, you’ll appreciate our comfortable home by the ICW! Take a short 2-min. drive to the beach or a fast walk to the boat pier. The storage shed has two single kayaks available for use and there is a boat ramp within walking distance.

Upon entering the home you’ll be greeted with an open living/dining area with a intelligent TV so that you can access any streaming service. WiFi is available throughout the home. The kitchen has room for up to 8 with a table and barstools, granite countertops, and a entirely equipped kitchen (Keurig, blender, pots and pans, crockpot, and even sippy cups). Both the master and queen bedrooms have intelligent tvs with access to login to your favorite streaming services. The master bathroom has a huge shower and the hall bathroom has a bathtub/shower combo.

Head into the backyard to savor the fire pit on cool nights, while the kids play in the fenced-in yard, or appreciate time grilling on the charcoal grille on the deck. Rinse off from a sandy beach day in the shower in the backyard.

The front porch is ideal for sipping your morning coffee or sharing a meal together. There are two ceiling fans to keep cool in the shade.

Oak Island has striking local eateries, coffee stores, shopping, and a sizable local park with a splash ground, full-court basketball, tennis, community center, and play area. Take a drive to the Oak Island Lighthouse, or to close by Southport for shopping, and seafood, or to take the ferry to Kure Beach and the Fort Fisher Aquarium.

You will appreciate all that Old North State of Mind and Oak Island have to offer!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders 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? Jet skiing, kayaking and water skiing adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Strategies to get the perfect Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Book your Wrightsville Beach vacation home in the Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines have coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select vacation dates and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available online. If they are not listed, email or call the property manager before booking your rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish what configuration is right for your family.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the host about pet restrictions before booking.

During your stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• During check-in, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the host isn't available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on good ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. 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.