A Sloth's Retreat: Beach Home with Private Pool, Game Room and More! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1320 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms upstairs & 1 Full Bathroom downstairs
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Twin Over Double Bunkbeds | 1 Queen Couch Bed

The main living area is generously decorated with a beachy and nautical theme throughout. Well-appointed kitchen with seating for four at the bar. Dining table seats six. Four TV’s (one - 50 inch, three - 40 inch) with basic cable, 2 DVD players, stereo with CD player and wireless internet access, highchair, books, games, and puzzles. Screened porch, covered porch, and deck with furnishings.

The downstairs recreational game room is equipped with an electronic dart board, foosball table, 43-inch TV with basic cable, stereo with CD player and a queen size pull out sleeper couch, kitchenette is equipped with refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave, adjacent is a full size bathroom. It has a separate entry from the rest of the home (no interior staircase).

The pool area features a private in-ground swimming pool with poolside loungers, dining and sitting areas, enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a charcoal grille. Come and relax by the pool after a day at the beach!

Conveniently located near eateries, grocery store, shopping and beach access.

The seasonal pool is open May 31st until October 15th of each year.

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 some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park. 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 not allowed

Booking the best Carolina Beach rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in the Carolina Beach area. Book your vacation home in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. 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 guides contain offers and deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family needs. A Sloth's Retreat: Beach Home with Private Pool, Game Room and More! has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property management company before reserving the rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out what configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the owner about pet restrictions before booking.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

More tips for your stay:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the host immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• When it's time to leave, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great ratings to stimulate new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best rental home. Please be fair with your feedback 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.