Mountains to Sea: Bring Your Boat to this Rustic Coastal Retreat! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
2 Queens | 1 Double-over-double Bunk Bed

Located among the wooded side of the island, this coastal getaway offers a mountain cabin vibe with some oceanside flair. During your stay you are just four blocks over from the Oak Island Nature Center and Malcolm Register Park along the Intracoastal Waterway. If you want to bring your boat to drop a line in the water and catch your own dinner the municipal boat ramp is a short drive over to 55th Street.

The Living Space

Accented with a coastal, rustic feel throughout, the living room homes a huge sectional ideal for calming and watching your favorite movie as a family on the flat screen, intelligent TV to go along with a comfortable arm chair.

The kitchen provides a cavernous area to feed your whole group with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets and a breakfast bar to help kickstart your day! Five bar stools line the enormous island so you can appreciate your meal as a group!

Where You'll Sleep

The master bedroom welcomes you with a queen bed focused toward the mounted intelligent TV. This room also features plenty of closet space, a private bathroom and access to the back screened porch.

The second queen room is also equipped with closet space and an ottoman with a humongous pillow so you can savor a book or scroll your device.

Across the hall from the shared full bathroom, the final bedroom homes a double-over-double bunk bed and serves as the ideal spot for the little ones to retire after a day of exploring the island.

Outdoor Living Space

Step out onto the broad screened back porch to lounge on the furnishings or enjoy a meal at the table that offers seating for six.

The park grille is the ideal spot to prepare up your favorite summer meal before you break out the corn hole board and light up the fire pit!

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. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. 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 not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect rental experience:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in the Carolina Beach area. To find the best value, try shifting your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies usually offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have money saving offers on nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Choosing the best vacation home:

• First and foremost, have your family select date ranges and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Mountains to Sea: Bring Your Boat to this Rustic Coastal Retreat! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available online. Otherwise, email or call the host before booking the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out what bed configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Some properties allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the property management company about pet restrictions before booking.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of issues.
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect your property!
• To make sure damages are not linked to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas upon check in. Call the host immediately to record any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to drive future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.