Island Tower: 360-degree Views from a Bluff Overlooking the Waterway - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2600 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
4 Queens | 1 Queen Couch Bed

Island Tower is the ideal choice for your next oceanside gathering! Spectacular 360 degree vistas of the Atlantic and Davis Canal. Access all three floors via the home’s private elevator. Open kitchen and living area, dining seating for six plus six more at the bar. Reverse floor plan with vaulted ceilings, wood floors in living spaces and carpet in the bedrooms. Two wrap-around decks with furnishings, enclosed outside shower with hot and cold water. Well-supplied kitchen with generous seating in the living room. Located on a bluff and just two very short blocks to the beach (about 175 yards)! Can sleep up to 10 guests when the den and its queen couch bed are used as a fifth bedroom and accepts up to one dog per stay. Three TVs and superb wireless internet access. A great place to work from home, you can’t beat the vistas from the 3rd floor! 3-nighttime minimums, available in off-season, May and August. Come visit this unique round home on the west end with the bright red roof!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tricks and tips to get the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Booking your Carolina Beach vacation rental in the Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Some property managers offer promotional rates for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Look for 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 grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines contain coupons for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to select the best rental in Oak Island:

• Select a group leader, choose your trip dates, and select a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. Island Tower: 360-degree Views from a Bluff Overlooking the Waterway has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking pages. If not, email or call the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out which bed configuration is right for your group.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge additional pet fees.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach beach you are crazy about, browse rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

More considerations:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect your property!
• Note any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are useful if a dispute is filed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on great reviews to inspire new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.