Family oasis beach retreat in quiet woodlands - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2300 square feet

Savor the sand between your toes, gorgeous sunsets, and handsome beaches of Oak Island while appreciating our roomy, open floor-plan 5 bedroom home. 3 bedrooms are on first floor with 2 full baths, and a sizable screened-in porch ideal for enjoying your morning coffee. Upstairs is another bedroom, full bath, and comfortable loft with 4 constructed-in bunkbeds and two giant bean bag chairs - the ideal hang-out area for the kids! Sleeps 14 and pet friendly (dogs only).

The home is located on a relaxing, peaceful street, just 0.5 miles from the beach with tons of parking at the public beach access. It is a half a block from the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), with a public pier just 0.2 miles away, and a boat ramp just 0.3 miles away. Minutes from Publix, Food Lion, beach stores, and multiple eateries (including the famed BBQ House and Scoops ice cream and donut shop, which are within walking distance).

The completely-outfitted kitchen includes a Kitchen Aid mixer, enormous crockpot, electric griddle, waffle maker, tons of serving bowls, all the basic spices, and a coffee maker - making cooking a breeze! Other amenities include a huge pantry, charcoal grille in the backyard, TV in every room, washer and dryer, central HVAC, a 2nd refrigerator/freezer, and additional coolers in the garage. Bikes, beach toys, a beach buggy, and cornhole are available for guest use. The outdoor shower is ideal for fast clean-ups after a day at the beach.

All beds have comforters, bed pads, and pillows. Bed linens are supplied in a clean packet on your bed along with a bath towel and washcloth for each guest. Please bring your own beach towels.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oak Island Lighthouse and Fort Fisher State Historic Site. Traveling with kids? Consider 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

2 total pets

Tips to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the largest rental for your budget, we suggest reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Some property management companies offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines contain deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Finding the best rental in the Carolina Beach area:

• Select a group leader, select your dates, and select a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Family oasis beach retreat in quiet woodlands has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is often available on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property owner before reserving your home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or charges applied to your contract.
• Is your group looking for specific amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Considerations for your stay:

• We recommend storing the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Record any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your peaceful home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to inspire new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review find their best rental home. 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 fix it.