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. Substantial 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) included per the capacity of the home
- Totally 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 phenomenal 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 roomy 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 exceptional 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 Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. 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

Getting the best Wrightsville Beach rental home experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To find the best value, change your vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guides have coupons for local shops and restaurants.

Filter your search:

• Begin by choosing your potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Renovated 4BR 2.5BA Duplex (lower unit), Walk to Beach, Sleeps 8 has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you book the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a property that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a specific Wrightsville Beach destination you love, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas during arrival. Get in touch with the property manager right away to record your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a fantastic vacation? Most rental management companies make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.