Just 3 Blocks from the beach! Exceptional Water\/Marsh View From Deck - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1820 square feet

Key Conveniences:
3rd Row from the Beach
Private Elevator (1st to 3rd level)
Entirely Stocked Kitchen with all essentials
Fenced Backyard
2 Front Decks (1 screened-in, 1 open) with sunrise/sunset vistas over marsh & canal
Parking Space for Boat Trailer
Intelligent TVs in bedrooms
Free WiFi
Convenient location near shopping, eateries, and activities

Welcome to What's Up Dock, a handsome island home just 3 rows back from the beach and just mins. away from a fun filled day in the water and on the sand! When you arrive you can immediately relax as the beds will be made for you prior to your arrival. The beach themed interior reminds you that you are now on Island Time! The entirely outfitted kitchen has everything you need to make your favorite meals with ease. With a connected living room, kitchen and dining room, there is plenty of space for everybody to relax. From the primary bedroom located on the 3rd level (Beach side), you have a nice view of the ocean. The front of the home has 2 decks, one on the 2nd level which is screened in and one on the 3rd level coming off of the living room. Both decks overlook the marsh and canal. It is a great spot to view the wildlife or appreciate your morning coffee/ favorite evening drink as you watch the elegant Oak Island sunrise or sunset. There is a private elevator inside the home that goes from the 1st to 3rd level to assist anyone with mobility restrictions or simply help transport the groceries. Conveniently located in the middle of the island, you are just mins. away from shopping, grocery stores and eateries. Hurry and book your stay, so your family can savor a fun and memorable trip to the beach! Just don’t forget your swim suit!

*The Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Please visit the towns site for details on how and where to secure your parking.

Sleeping Arrangements:

Bedroom 1 (primary): 1 Queen bed

Bedroom 2 (guest): 1 Queen bed

Bedroom 3 (guest 2): 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (guest 3): 1 Full & 1 Twin bed

**Linens & bath towels are supplied for complimentary in the reservation. We will supply a welcome bag for your stay. This will include: paper towels (1 roll), toilet tissue (2 rolls), trash bags (2), dish sponge (1), (1-1.5oz), Shampoo (1-1oz), soap bar (1-1.5oz) and, conditioner (1-1oz). The home has a Guest binder that includes information about the home, contact information, local eateries, and local activities**

House Conveniences & Features:

-Bathroom: sinks, mirror, hot & cold water

-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, Intelligent TV, essentials (towels, soap, TP), hangers, linens, iron

-HVAC: heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan

-Home Safety: smoke alarm

-Internet: Free Private wireless internet access (WiFi)

-Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, dishes & silverware, freezer, dishwasher, stove, coffee maker, wine glasses, toaster, baking sheet, & cooking silverware

-Fenced backyard

-In Home elevator

-Parking space for a boat trailer

-Front decks with seating to view the sunrise and sunset

House Rules & Notes:

-Check-in: After 4pm

-Checkout: at 10am, no later

-Keyless check-in

-NO SMOKING, VAPING OR DRUGS

-NO PARTIES or EVENTS

-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money

Eateries close by:

-Shagger Jacks

-Swain's Seafood

-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery

-Kai Joe's

-Bob's Hot Dogs

-Koko Cabana

-Lazy Turtle Bar & Grille

-BBQ House

-Salt 64

-Oak Island Sandwich Shop

-Dairy Queen

-Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream

Stores close by:

-Publix

-Food Lion

-ABC Liquor Store

-Haag & Sons Seafood Market

Local Activities:

-Sky Diving

-Helicopter Tours

-Single Prop Plane Tours

-Deep Sea Fishing

-Fishing Piers

-Boat Units

-Mini Golf

-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant)

-Wild Life Observation Dock

Rental Equipment:

-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks

-Pete's Golf Carts

Surrounding Destinations:

-Southport, NC (15minute drive)

-Wilmington, NC (45minute drive)

-Myrtle Beach, SC (1.2 hour drive)

Local Public Services:

-Oak Island Police Department (Dial 911)

-Oak Island Fire Department (Dial 911)

Island Rules:

-DO NOT climb or walk on dunes

-DO NOT attempt to feed alligators, they are wild

-DO NOT interfere with sea turtle beds on beach

-Please respect your neighbors!

Contact your iTrip Property Manager for further questions or comments: James Fosbury

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best vacation property experience:

When to reserve a Carolina Beach rental home & When to go:

• Summertime is high season in the Carolina Beach area. Reserve your rental property in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation home up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Some hosts offer rate reductions for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Carolina Beach area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the best rental:

• To start, have your family decide on dates and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Just 3 Blocks from the beach! Exceptional Water\/Marsh View From Deck has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking pages. If not, email the property management company before you book your rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• If there's an individual Carolina Beach destination you crave, browse rentals that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the host about your furry family members before booking.

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your . Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your stay, record any problem areas upon check in. text the host immediately to relay your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific resource to find the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on great feedback to compel more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.