Walk to the beach, Free Bikes! Bike to OKI Pier, Golf, or local eats! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1250 square feet

Free Bikes!!!Just a 5 min. walk to the beach and simple bicycle ride to local eateries and mini golf. This home has beach bicycles, beach wagon, towels, a cooler, and beach chairs. Decks off each bedroom, outdoor shower, hammock, outdoor seating , grille, 75 inch TV in living room, TV's in every bedroom, games, coffee bar, selection of teas, in home washer and dryer, bidet, outfitted kitchen, very comfortable beds, linens, and essentials. Games for kids, Toys for Kids and a fabulous family vibe. You will appreciate your stay at Dogwood Cottage! South Port is just 10 mins. away and has spectacular shopping , great food, and sight seeing! Wilmington is just a 45 min. drive and has outstanding shopping, sightseeing! Take a river boat tour, historic trolley tour, or walking tour. Appreciate all that Oak Island has to offer!

About the Area

Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island, is home to this vacation home. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

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

Get the best value:

• In the Carolina Beach area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• To get the largest vacation home within your budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at popular attractions and restaurants.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Property management companies typically offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Carolina Beach area visitor guides which often include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Begin by selecting your vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Walk to the beach, Free Bikes! Bike to OKI Pier, Golf, or local eats! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before you book the property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a rental that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a specific Carolina Beach beach you are crazy about, browse homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Advice for your stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect your property!
• At Check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to inspire new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.