Rusty Anchor OKI - Walk to the Beach, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1100 square feet

NO PET FEES, WALK TO BEACH!! The Rusty Anchor is ready to host your family and pups in 2024! This is a magnificent family & pet home on a peaceful dead-end street - ideal for the kids to play! New deck and completely fenced yard - ideal for the dogs and kids!! This 3 bedroom home sleep 8, with 2 full baths, open concept living, dining, & kitchen, with a garage for your gear. 2 king bedrooms and a central bunk room make this home ideal for 2 families. Up to 3 dogs welcome! High speed wifi and TVs in each room! All linens included and beds made!

Welcome to the Rusty Anchor! This home is ideally located off the Middleton bridge which means simple access to stores, downtown Oak Island, and of course - The Beach! A short, safe walk down the sidewalks will take you directly to the beach where you can spend your days on the sand. Appreciate the many different accesses on Oak Island's 14 miles of south facing beach.

Start your day off with some morning coffee on the front porch, rocking away as you listen to the waves crash. Or have breakfast al-fresco on the enormous deck with patio table and chairs! Grab your beach chairs (up to 8 supplied with 2 beach buggies) and head down to the beach for a day of fun in the sun. Come an go as you please since the home is a short walk to the sand.

After a day in the waves, come home to relax and relax. The well equipped kitchen is a prepare's dream, ideal for preparing meals for the whole family. Or, get ready and hit the town and dine at one of the many eateries on Oak Island or in Southport! The 65" intelligent tv is ready for all your streaming service subscriptions. Tons of board games available for some family fun evenings.

After your day is done, spend the evening around the fire pit toasting marshmallows and hotdogs. You can also savor a game of cornhole in the huge driveway or side yard. The entirely fenced backyard is ideal for the family pets and kids to run and play. Or simply relax and gaze at the stars - very little tree cover helps maximize your viewing opportunities.

Once it's time to retire, choose from one of the 3 bedrooms. The primary suite features a king bed, a sizable desk and a TV with en-suite full bath. The middle bedroom, or bunk room, is ideal for the kids. A 'twin over full' bunk bed and twin bed accepts for ample sleeping space for everybody - tv supplied. The third bedroom features another king bed and TV.

The huge fenced backyard features a deck with shade sail and cafe lights, patio table and chairs, charcoal grille, firepit, and plenty of chairs for some outdoor fun. The garage is ideal to store all your beach equipment and homes the complimentary beach chairs, sand toys, and beach buggies to use during your stay. The driveway is giant - ideal for 4 cars and for the kids to run around and play. The front porch is for some relaxation time, rocking in the chairs and sipping on your favorite drink!

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 the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. 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

4 total pets

Tips and Tricks to get the best vacation home experience:

Sticking to your budget:

• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Reserve your vacation in Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which often include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose the best rental:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation week, and select a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Rusty Anchor OKI - Walk to the Beach, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is usually available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the host before you book the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking

Additional considerations:

• We recommend storing the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would back home.
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your visit, note any problem areas during check in. Call the property manager immediately to record your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a fantastic resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and look for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.