Amazing Dog Friendly Home w\/ Fenced Back Yard Oasis, Near Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1105 square feet

Welcome to Mystical Mermaid!

This magnificent dog friendly 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home is ideal for your next island hideaway. Tucked away in the relaxing wooded section under the gorgeous Live Oaks of Oak Island, this home has all you need to make your vacation ideal. The back yard is an Oasis starting with the screened in back porch leading to the entirely fenced in back yard complete with a complimentary standing Bar area and fire pit with Adirondack chairs You can even challenge your friends to a game of corn hole. Back inside the kitchen is completely supplied with all you need to fix delicious meals and there is room for 8 for dinner at the kitchen table and 4 bar stools. The propane gas grille will be ready to prepare your day’s catch (caught or bought).

Morning or evening, bring your coffee or wine onto the screened-in porch to relax. Continue to the backyard to find a table for al fresco dining or sit around the fire pit and talk about the day's excitement. There are many games to choose from if you prefer to relax in doors.

When the day is done, choose from 3 bedrooms to dream about your adventures so far. The primary bedroom, with a king-size bed, has an ensuite with a enormous walk in shower with bench seat. Guest room 1 has a queen size bed & guest room 2 has a twin over full bunk with a trundle. These 2 Guests rooms share a bathroom which has a bathtub/ shower combination. Stream your favorite shows in the primary bedroom or the guest bedroom with a Intelligent TV to savor your evening shows. There is even a pack and play available for use.

The home is only a short 10-15 mins walk to the beach by using the walkway bridge directly down 9th street and across the Davis Canal,

Sleeping Arrangements:
-Bedroom 1: King (TV)
-Bedroom 2: Queen (TV)
-Bedroom 3: Twin over Full bunk with trundle-

**Limit of 2 dogs - A non-returnable $200 pet fee will be added to the booking for bringing your dog(s). If you break home rules and bring more than 2 dogs without prior approval, a $500 pet fee will be charged.

*On January 10th, 2023 the Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The cost will be $5 per hour, $20 per day and $80 per week.*

House Conveniences:

-Bathroom: tub, hot water, toilet

-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, TV, essentials (towels, soap, TP), hangers, linens

-HVAC: heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan

-Home Safety: smoke alarm, first aid kit

-Internet: Private wireless internet access (WiFi)

-Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, dishes & silverware, freezer, stove, coffee maker, glasses, baking sheet, & cooking silverware

House Rules:
-Check-in: After 4pm

-Checkout: at 10am, no later

-Keyless check-in

-NO SMOKING

-NO PARTIES or EVENTS

-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money


Nearby Eateries:
-Island Way

-Salt 64

-Shagger Jacks

-Swain's Seafood

-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery

-Bob's Hot Dogs

-Koko Cabana

-Fixins Restaurant

-BBQ House

-Oak Island Sandwich Shop

-Dairy Queen

-Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream


Stores & Shopping:
-Publix (grocery)

-Lowes Food, just off the bridge on mainland (grocery)

-Food Lion (grocery)

-ABC Liquor Store (liquor)

-Haag & Sons Seafood Market (seafood)

-Strands Outfitters (clothing)

-Local Telephone (clothing)


Local Activities:
-Sky Diving

-Helicopter Tours

-Single Prop Plane Tours

-Deep Sea Fishing

-Fishing Piers

-Boat Units

-Mini Golf

-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant)

-Wild Life Observation Dock


Rental Equipment:
-Quicksand Beach Concierge: Offers beach rental services from chairs to umbrellas to paddle boards to coolers to charcuterie boxes to bonfires

-Island Dan's Units: Beach units, bicycle units and kayak tours

-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks


Surrounding Destinations:
-Southport, NC (25-min. drive)

-Wilmington, NC (55-min. drive)

-Myrtle Beach, SC (1-hour drive)


Local Public Services:
-Oak Island Police Department (Dial 911)

-Oak Island Fire Department (Dial 911)


Island Rules:
-DO NOT climb or walk on dunes

-DO NOT interfere with sea turtle beds on beach

-Please respect your neighbors!

Contact your iTrip Property Manager for further questions or comments: James Fosbury, 910-250-3016

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 activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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 allowed

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

Finding your perfect rental home:

• Summertime is high season in the Carolina Beach area. To find the most suitable rental within budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at Carolina Beach restaurants, beaches, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your vacation property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers often offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines have discounts for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Make a plan and pick the right Carolina Beach rental home:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation dates, and choose a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Amazing Dog Friendly Home w\/ Fenced Back Yard Oasis, Near Beach has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the host before reserving your home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is suitable for your group.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.

More tips for your visit:

• We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your family's visit, record any problem areas during check in. Call the rental manager immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many concerns.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a excellent stay? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.