Wonderful Open Beach Home, Dog Friendly with Ocean Views, Short Walk to the Beach, Fenced In Yard - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1912 square feet

Key Conveniences:
Dog Friendly
Fenced yard with bag dispenser & scooper
Sleeps 11: 3 Bedrooms
Outdoor Shower
Beach Gear: Chairs, umbrella
Parking: Covered for 6+ cars
TVs with Roku & Cable
DVD Player with Harry Potter set
Games & Puzzles including a dartboard
Charcoal Grille
Highchair
Bikes & Golf Cart Units available close by
2 Screened Porches & 2 Decks (1 Covered/1 Open)
Short Walk (3 Blocks) to the Beach
Washer/Dryer
Close to Shopping, Dining & Local Attractions

Dog Friendly with Fenced In Yard, Ocean View; 3 Blocks to the Beach; Sleeps 11 in 3 Bedrooms & Loft (K; Q, 2 F; 3 Twins in Bunk); USB Ports beside the Beds; 2.5 Baths; Substantial Kitchen; Charcoal Grille; TV’s with Roku & Cable; DVD Player; Complete Set of the Harry Potter DVDs; 2 Screen Porches, 2 Decks; Enormous Variety of Puzzles & Games including a Dart Board; Highchair; Washer/Dryer; Outdoor Shower; Beach Umbrella/Chairs; Covered Parking; Parking for 6+; Short Drive to Eateries/Shopping/Grocery, Gym (Daily/Weekly drop-ins); Outdoor Concert Venue with Food Trucks (Seasonal); Splash Pad (Seasonal); Farmer’s/Craft Markets (Seasonal); 2 Piers; Lighthouse Tours (Schedule Ahead), & the Quaint Town of Southport.

Salty Pause. When life gets hectic, it’s time to take that Salty Pause. We’re dog friendly so bring your beach-loving pooch & his Salty Paws too.

As you choose one of 3 Entrances into your Salty Pause, you notice that there are 2 Screened Porches & 2 Outdoor Decks (1 Covered/1 Open). From the Upper Screened Porch savor the Ocean View. The lower Screened Porch has a Table for Alfresco Dining or Playing games. Inside you find an Open Concept Living Area/Kitchen. With tons of Cozy Seating in the Living Area you can Watch your favorite shows on Cable or Stream that Movie you’ve been wanting to see. If you are a Harry Potter fan (or never had the chance to see them), you will find the complete set of DVDs. There are some additional Movies including some younger Kid Oriented. There is a Wide Assortment of Puzzles & Games with a Generous Coffee Table to play them on.

Too many cooks will spoil the pot is not applicable here. This Sizable Kitchen will allow all the Family Chefs to work together to make Memorable Meals. Cook on the Charcoal Grille & challenge your opponent to a game of Darts downstairs. Be sure to turn on the Light on the Scoreboard for an enhanced experience. The Bar in the Kitchen seats 4, the Dining area seats 6 & the table on the Screened Porch seats 4. There is a Highchair to sit the Little One. Make a pot of Drip Coffee & drink a cup sitting on the Front Deck to see why Southerners appreciate their Front Porches with Rockers.

3 Bedrooms & a Loft sleep 11. On the Lower-Level Bedroom #1 has a Queen, Dresser/Closet & USB ports to charge your devices in the evenings. The 2nd Bedroom has 2 Full Beds, Dresser/Closet & USB Ports. As you ascend the stairs you find a little Reading Nook. In the Loft, there are 3 Twins in a Bunk style. Access to the Upper Front Deck from the Loft. Bedroom #3 is the Primary & has a King, USB Ports, Dresser & an Extra-Extensive Walk-In Closet. With Private Access to the Upper Back Screen Porch, you can sit in the Comfortable Seating & Savor an Ocean View. Between the Upper & Lower Sleeping Areas are Jack & Jill Baths with Rain Shower Heads in Tub/Shower combinations.

This bungalow has Beach Chairs/Umbrella to take with you on the Short 3 Block Walk to the Sandy Ocean’s Edge. There are Bikes & Golf Carts available to rent on the Island if you want to go exploring. When you return, rinse off the Sand/Salt in the Outdoor Shower. Then toss all those Swimsuits & Towels into the Full-Sized Washer/Dryer to be ready for the next day’s fun. There is a nice Shady Natural Backyard (Fenced-In June 2023) & even a Bag Dispenser & Scooper to conclude your pup’s “business meeting”.

As you leave, you realize that you & your Salty Paws friend, both adored your Salty Pause & will want to rebook for your Next Getaway.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. 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. 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

Pets allowed

Finding the best Wrightsville Beach vacation rental experience:

Get the best value:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Booking your Wrightsville Beach vacation rental in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. 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? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Booking websites frequently offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guide magazines have discounts for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Filter your search:

• First, have your family commit to the best dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Wonderful Open Beach Home, Dog Friendly with Ocean Views, Short Walk to the Beach, Fenced In Yard has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the host before booking the rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the owner about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Is your group looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Tips to have a smooth stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Protect your property!
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, note any problem areas during check in. Make contact with the property manager immediately to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers disrupting your life at home. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a great vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.