Lay Z Days: Wetland and Wildlife Views in Walking Distance to the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
3 Queens | 2 Twin-over-twin Bunk Beds

Set back from the hustle and bustle of the oceanfront road but still walking distance to the beach, this comfortable home accepts you to experience the quieter pace of Oak Island life and fill your vacation time with Lay Z Days! While you can also appreciate the outdoors from the front covered porch with furnishings, the real crown jewel of this property is the three levels of outdoor living areas on the back overlooking the marsh. Featuring spectacular vistas of native wildlife, these areas of open and covered decking include plenty of furnishings to use for calming, including a porch swing!

Try your hand at fishing and and crabbing in the canal off the backyard. When you're ready to prepare your catch of the day, you'll find a gas grille waiting close by, along with multiple seating options for al fresco dining. Or, move indoors for the evening, where an broad and refreshed kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a sturdy dining table seating six are just waiting to savor family meals. If you tire of watching the wildlife, four Intelligent TVs throughout the property have streaming capabilities with Roku Live, Blu-ray player and DVDs. The owner also provides family friendly amenities such as a high chair and infant gate.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse 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

Strategies for getting the perfect Carolina Beach rental experience:

When to visit Oak Island & When to reserve a rental home:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in Oak Island. To find the best value, consider changing your family's Carolina Beach vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides contain deals for nearby shops and restaurants.

Narrow your rental Search:

• First and foremost, have your group commit to vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Lay Z Days: Wetland and Wildlife Views in Walking Distance to the Beach has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before booking the rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs may be applied to your contract.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? If so, use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More tips for your visit:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• Document any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to drive more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.