The Sandcastle: Upscale Large Oceanfront Home with Private Pool and Elevator - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 32
• 11 Bedrooms
• 10 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

11 Bedrooms | 9 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
5 Kings | 5 Queens | 2 Double-over-double Bunk Beds | 2 Queen Couch Beds

The Sandcastle is everybody’s vacation dream for sizable family and friend getaways- with room to sleep 32, it’s ideal for your next family reunion or wedding. Fido is welcome as well, as The Sandcastle accepts up to three dogs (additional dogs are considered on a case-by-case basis.) Also equipped with an elevator and handicap-accessible bedroom and bathroom, anyone in the family can feel at home while finding their place by the sea!

Guests will appreciate the quality and craftsmanship of this luxury home constructed by Moffitt Builders, Inc. (finished in November 2021), one of the biggest and most trusted builders on the island. No expense has been spared on this modern, modren beach home. The parking area of this home is equipped with a TESLA charger for charging your eco-friendly electric cars.

Comfortably prepare and entertain in the gourmet chef’s kitchen equipped with two fridges (with a third by the pool), two dishwashers, a professional gourmet Thermador nine-burner gas stove, and oven. Grand numbers of guests mean tons of laundry, so The Sandcastle has two sets of washers and dryers.

Spend your day on the beach via your own private beach access or watch the waves while calming in the oceanfront pool (pool can be heated for an additional charge with at least 48 hours advance notice) and deck. In the evening, comfortable up by the fireplace with a glass of wine or create lasting memories with a game of ping pong, shuffleboard, or pool. Worried about missing your workout routine? No need! The Sandcastle offers its very own Peloton machine!

The Sandcastle has solar panels installed for reducing the carbon footprint of your vacation.

Offering a flat-screen intelligent TV in each roomy, professionally decorated bedroom, unwinding after a day of fun is a breeze. With the linens set up there’s room for everybody to stretch out and relax. Two sleeper couches are available if additional beds are needed.

Guests should note that an additional pool heating fee is required for each day a guest requests pool heating. Guest must request the pool heating and pay the fee by calling the OIA office during normal business hours at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Pool heating is only available when temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit and warmer.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the best vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wrightsville Beach area. To get the best value, try shifting your family's Wrightsville Beach trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• The sooner your group can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers often offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Often, management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitors guide magazines that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to select the best vacation rental:

• First and foremost, have your family decide on dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group requires. The Sandcastle: Upscale Large Oceanfront Home with Private Pool and Elevator has 11 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking websites. If not, contact the host before you reserve the home. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches. You will need to work out what is right for your family.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.

Additional considerations:

• We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, document any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific source for finding the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Re-check the property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property manager was terrific, they would love to hear about it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.