The Marsh: Cozy Cottage with Beautiful Marsh Views, Short Walk to Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
1 King | 1 Queen | 2 Twin-over-twin Bunk Beds | 1 Double Sleeper Couch

Finding a great vacation spot for your next journey can feel overwhelming, but you can ease your worries because the search stops here! The Marsh vacation home is just a three-min. walk to a public beach access and a five-min. walk to the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier. Stay here and become one with the island as you take in all it has to offer. Appreciate the vistas of the marsh while sitting on the deck. Why wait on relaxation when it awaits you at this delightful home?

The living room is furnished with enough seating for you and your family. Watch T.V. in this family-aligned room and spend quality time with the ones you adore. Choose from a selection of books and relax in this area as you read in solitude with no distractions. Handsomely decorated, this area is ideal for gathering everybody together and making memories. Plan your next excursion for the day here or partake in a friendly competition among the board games that are included for you.

The kitchen has all of the essentials you need for dining such as cookware, a Keurig and even a waffle maker. Show off your cooking skills in this area as you whip up your favorite dish for family and friends. The dining area has seating for all. Have a meal together while making memories and reminiscing on past times. Compliment the chef on the meal while you feast until you are content.

The handsome landscape at this home will leave you in awe. Sit on the back porch and savor the greenery while you watch the kids frolic on the lawn. Read a book as you look out at the marsh and observe nature firsthand. Play a game of hide and seek with the little ones in this cavernous yard, all while making memories. One can’t go wrong when staying at The Marsh.

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. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

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 rental home experience:

Sticking to a budget:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in Oak Island. Reserve your Carolina Beach vacation home in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have offers and deals for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Planning and choosing your prefect Carolina Beach rental home:

• Select a group leader, choose your dates, and select a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration you need. The Marsh: Cozy Cottage with Beautiful Marsh Views, Short Walk to Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property owner before you reserve your rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to determine what configuration is best for your vacation group.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach destination you are crazy about, keep an eye out for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• If your family is traveling with pets, you will need a pet-friendly rental. Request details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.

Tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to stimulate future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.