Serenity by the Sea: Nostalgic Oceanfront Home with Room for the Whole Family - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

5 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathrooms
2 Kings | 1 Queen | 2 Twins | 1 BB Single/Single | 1 Double Sleeper Couch

Savor time spent with the whole family at this freshly remodeled oceanfront property on the peaceful and private end of Caswell Beach. Serenity by the Sea is the only rental home on Caswell Beach that has a lawn area on the ocean side of the home – ideal for weddings and/or space for lawn games, while having the beauty of the beach as the backdrop. This marvelous home is equipped with intelligent TV's in the living room, master bedroom and lower recreational area. Additional luxuries available are fiberoptic wireless internet access and an elevator. Located only two homes down from the Oak Island Lighthouse and mere steps away from the water after you leave your private wooden walkway to the beach. The outdoor space of this home includes a covered porch with outdoor dining, as well as a dune-top deck with four Adirondack chairs and constructed-in bench seating to savor the ocean and unobstructed sunset vistas. Nostalgic and familiar, Serenity by the Sea is made for building memories with family to the soundtrack of crashing waves that will last for years to come.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the best vacation property experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summer months are high season in Oak Island. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes.
• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guides have coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Start by choosing a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. Serenity by the Sea: Nostalgic Oceanfront Home with Room for the Whole Family has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds.
• Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Note any issues with the property at check in, and immediately send them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of problems.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to propel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.