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 enormous 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, fresh 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. Substantial 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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the very best Wrightsville Beach vacation home experience:

Getting the best rental value:

• Booking your vacation home in Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which will include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and choose a perfect Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. The Sandcastle: Upscale Large Oceanfront Home with Private Pool and Elevator has 11 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the property manager before you reserve the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• Is your group looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.

Advice for a great stay:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Note any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of problems.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually 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 BBQ?
• Lock your rental home while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Just prior to departing, take a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to drive future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.