Relaxing Screened Porch, Hot Tub, and Walk to the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1407 square feet

At Beach Happy you'll savor a spotless, family-friendly home with tons of outdoor living space and a brand new hot tub for 2023. 3br/2ba home has an open floor plan, a comfortable bungalow-inspired style and a completely-equipped kitchen and grille ready for entertaining. A short 15 min. walk to the beach via the 20th Street spectacular walkway, or drive 3 mins. and take advantage of ample public beach parking.

Sunday-to-Sunday weekly units requested June through August.

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More about Beach Happy:

Beds and Baths:
▪ Master suite with queen bed, huge walk-in closet and on-suite bath with dual vanity and spa shower
▪ Two roomy guest bedrooms with closets – one with a queen bed, another with 4 bunk beds
▪ Pack 'n Play in Master closet for families with little ones
▪ Ample guest bathroom with enormous vanity and plenty of towels for our guests

Outdoor Spaces:
▪ NEW covered 5-person hot tub is available to guests year-round
▪ Sizable screened porch ideal for dining or calming in the hammock.
▪ Back deck and covered space below the home feature a propane grille and picnic table for family cookouts.
▪ Outdoor shower with hot and cold water to rinse off after a day at the beach

Work and Play:
▪ Free high-speed, secure Wi-Fi
▪ Three flat screen intelligent TVs with Netflix, local channels and ESPN
▪ Puzzles, games, books, kids's toys

Eating In:
▪ Equipped kitchen with cookware, silverware, essential spices, and pots big enough for low country boils and crab legs
▪ Coffee maker, toaster, blender and griddle for the ideal breakfast
▪ Kitchen bar and multiple dining tables inside and outside for entertaining and family meals

Essentials:
▪ Free bed linens and fresh bath towels
▪ Initial supply of paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, toilet paper, toiletries (soap, shampoo, conditioner)
▪ Welcome basket with coffee, tea, cocoa, oatmeal and popcorn
▪ Washer / Dryer / Dishwasher / Iron / Hairdryer

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. 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

Getting the best Carolina Beach vacation rental experience:

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

• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best value, try shifting your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Carolina Beach area visitor guides which often include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership 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:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group needs. Relaxing Screened Porch, Hot Tub, and Walk to the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If not, email or call the property management company before booking the rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what is suitable for your trip.
• 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 rental agreement! Additional fees or could be applied to your agreement.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Tips to have a fantastic stay:

• Put the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let burglars spoil your holiday.
• To make certain damages are not linked to your stay, note any problem areas upon check in. Call the host immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be respectful. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all of your things. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.