Renovated 4BR 2.5BA Duplex (lower unit), Walk to Beach, Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Fishy Fishy Down - 4 Bedroom 2 Full Bath 1 Half Bath Duplex (lower unit), Walk to Beach, Sleeps 8

**Recently Renovated and New to the Rental Market**

**This property is a duplex which rents as individual units under separate listings Fishy Fishy Down and Fishy Fishy Up. You can also rent the entire home - See separate listing for Fishy Fishy Complete for details on renting the whole home.**

**Please Note: When rented as separate units, Fishy Fishy Down (lower unit) and Fishy Fishy Up (upper unit) guests share the outdoor shower and fish cleaning station. However, the backyard with fire pit, back deck and parking at the front of the home belong to Fishy Fishy Down guests only. The upper front deck, car charging station and parking in the driveway on the right side of the home belong to Fishy Fishy Up guests only.**

Bed Layout: 4Q Sleeps 8

Notable & Unique Features:
- Renovated in 2024
- Short walk to the beach access, Oak Island Pier and Koko Cabana Restaurant at the end of the street
- Approx. 1-2 blocks to Lazy Turtle Bar and Grille on the oceanfront
- Within walking distance to stores, dining and seafood market
- Convenient to even more great stores, eateries, grocery stores, Ocean Crest Pier, Oak Island Golf Course, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, and other fun activities
- Short 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Entertainment: Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming. TVs in all bedrooms. Board games. Puzzles.
- Kitchen: Granite countertops. Grand island breakfast bar. Stainless-steel appliances. Fridge. Electric range with flat-surface cooktop.
Dishwasher. Constructed-in microwave. Crockpot. Griddle. Toaster oven. Toaster. Blender. Drip coffee maker. Stock pot.
- Keyless entry
- Elderly friendly (lower unit has only a few steps at entrance, walk-in showers)
- Luxury plank floor throughout
- Granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms
- Custom tile showers
- Double vanity in some bathrooms
- Open deck on lower level back of home
- Backyard
- Fire pit
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Fish cleaning station
- Parking at front of home for lower unit guests only, where lower unit entrance is located (3 spaces total - uncovered)
- No family pets allowed

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Entirely equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron and ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

This elegantly remodeled duplex home is the ideal remedy for everybody to appreciate a awesome beach vacation! This lower unit offers 4 bedrooms 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bath. All beds are queens! The chef in the family will appreciate the cavernous and modern kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and enormous kitchen island breakfast bar. If you want to grab take out or dine out some nights, you are conveniently within walking distance to numerous amazing eateries, some are even oceanfront! Outside, everybody can be together calming by the fire pit in the inviting and shady backyard and open deck. Fishing lovers will really savor being within just a short walk from the Oak Island Pier and beach access, as well as having a fish cleaning station (shared with upper unit) right at the home when you return with your catch. Don't wait another min.! The beach is calling! Make your reservation today before this island treasure gets taken!

Exterior Video and Audio Monitoring on Premises

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips for getting the best vacation property experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacation rentals during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To get the best value, try shifting your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose the perfect rental:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Renovated 4BR 2.5BA Duplex (lower unit), Walk to Beach, Sleeps 8 has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you reserve your rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the host about pet restrictions before booking.
• If there's a particular Wrightsville Beach beach you are enamored with, search for properties that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before booking

During your stay:

• We recommend storing the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of problems.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your family's stay, make note of any problem areas during check in. Get in touch with the rental manager immediately to record any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to inspire more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.