Island In This Dream: Family & Dog Friendly Home on Oak Island! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

NO PET FEES! We are ready to host your family and pups! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, pet-friendly home is less than a mile walk to the beach with enough space to sleep 10! Unwind outdoors in the screened porch or around the fire pit! Plenty of space to relax inside and out, upstairs and down. Entirely supplied kitchen for cooking all your meals. The dogs and kids can play in the entirely fenced backyard. Beach chairs, wagon and toys to use for fun-filled days on the sand! All linens included and beds made for you!

Less than a mile to Oak Island’s south-facing beaches, Island in this Dream is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1500 sq. ft. home on the island’s west end. Sleeping 10 and feet from the intracoastal waterway and less than a mile from the shore, our home is located a block off Middleton and Oak Island Drive. The west end of the island is peaceful and relaxing, away from the hustle of the local business district. Minutes from grocery stores, eateries, and shopping.

Plenty of parking (up to 6 cars) in the front of the home. Ample space under the home to store canoes, kayaks, and all your beach gear. We offer a selection of beach chairs and toys for a day on the sand. When you come home, rinse off and rejuvenate in the outdoor shower. Plenty of places to relax outdoors. Cozy up with good book and a cup of coffee on the upper deck. Have dinner outdoors or play games around the big patio table inside the HUGE screened porch. Appreciate an evening under the stars as you toast marshmallows and relax around the bespoke stone the firepit. The backyard also has a 6’ fence, ideal for the dogs.

Inside, you’ll find a completely-equipped prepare’s kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, granite counters, a farmhouse sink and plenty of counter and storage space to spread out. A reverse osmosis water filtration system gives you the freshest and cleanest drinking water during your stay. A 14-cup coffee maker, French press, espresso maker, bean grinder and plenty of mugs will make sure you are well-caffeinated for the day. A 4 slice toaster, blender, microwave and charcoal Weber grille are also available. Extra cookware, silverware, and dinnerware, and glassware fill the cabinets so you are not constantly washing dishes.

The kitchen leads into the open concept living and dining room where the whole family can spread out. A 65” Intelligent Roku TV has local channels and is wifi-equipped, ready for your streaming service subscriptions. The dining room has a bar area with plenty of tumblers and stemware to appreciate your favorite adult beverages while you play your favorite tunes on the Bluetooth stereo. The dining room table can seat up to 10 (additional chairs supplied). A wide selection of books, magazines, and board games can be found to pass the time. The home’s wifi is 1gb Fiberoptic and that can power all of your devices.

When its time for bed, pick your favorite spot to retire. The master bedroom or “Captain’s Quarters” has an en-suite bathroom, a king bed with additional sizable pillows and additional soft sheets, a 50” Intelligent TV, and desk with office chair, and plenty of storage in the dresser and closet. The “Mermaid’s Quarters” is the 2nd enormous bedroom with 2 queen beds, a 39” Intelligent TV and plenty of storage for suitcases. The third bedroom or “Crew’s Quarters” is ideal for the kids with a twin-over-full bunk and additional twin bed, a desk for that dreaded homework, a 42” Intelligent TV, and plenty of space to spread out. The main bathroom is equipped with a hair dryer and refreshed with a new shower and granite vanity.

Things to know.
- Minimum age requirement to rent is 25 years old.
- This home is up on stilts, 15 steps up.
- The home does not have a bath tub, but each shower has a detachable nozzle.
- Dogs are welcome, but no cats or other family pets accepted.
- Although this home sleeps 10, it cannot sleep 10 adults. Rather 6-7 adults or 4 adults with kids.
- The top bunk weight limit is 100lbs.
- Washer and dryer is available for use during your stay.
- Hand soap and dish soap are supplied.
- Shampoo/bath soap and laundry detergent are not included.
- Some paper towels, garbage bags, dishwasher detergent/packs and toilet paper supplied to get you started, but you may need more during your stay.
- The Middleton bridge is close by, so you may hear the occasional truck or trailer. White noise machines are supplied to make your sleep more peaceful.
- The Beach Pantry is a convenience store less than a mile from the home for any last-min. needs.

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 activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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

4 total pets

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• To find the best value, change your vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have coupons for local accommodations and attractions.

How to pick the best rental home in Oak Island:

• Start by selecting potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Island In This Dream: Family & Dog Friendly Home on Oak Island! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible online. If you don't see them listed, call the host before reserving the property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to book a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Add the property manager's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your family's visit, note any problem areas upon check in. E-mail the rental manager right away to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your property and/or host was terrific, they would love to hear about it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.