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 sizable 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 roomy 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 huge island so you can savor 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 giant pillow so you can appreciate 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 horse riding and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Carolina Beach vacation rental experience:

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

• To find the best value, consider changing your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many rental management companies supply Carolina Beach area visitors guide magazines which often include special deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to pick the perfect vacation home in Oak Island:

• Select a group lead, select your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Mountains to Sea: Bring Your Boat to this Rustic Coastal Retreat! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available online. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you reserve your home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You will need to determine what is best for your family.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or charges might be applied to your invoice.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• During arrival, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible source for finding the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, take video of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a great vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.