3BR\/2BA - Ocean Front, Dog Friendly, Beach Steps Away, Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

A Parrott-Dice - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home, Oceanfront, Sleeps 8

**Book 3 or more nighttime stays in March or April and receive half off on the rental rate!!**

**Please Note Important Changes:  The porch gate at the top of the stairs on the ocean side of the home has been removed**

This dog-friendly oceanfront beach bungalow features charming vistas of the water just steps off of the sizable covered porch. Savor ocean breezes while sipping your morning coffee in one of the rocking chairs on the porch or at the family picnic table.

Inside you will find TVs in every room with Spectrum TV service and high-speed WIFI for streaming services or keeping in touch with adored ones at home. The master bedroom features a king-size bed and ocean vistas with a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The middle bedroom features a bunk bed twin/double and a twin single bed and shares a hall bathroom with the front bedroom, which has a queen bed. The kitchen features all the amenities you will need to comfortably whip up a meal from fresh local seafood and produce available on the island.

Ample parking is available both under the home, as well as in the driveway, effortlessly accommodating four or more cars.

This casual bungalow is ideal for a calming visit to the beach and again, is dog friendly, so pack the pups and appreciate Oak Island!

Standard Features: 
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel, and washcloth) included per the capacity of the home
- Entirely equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features: 
- Beach Access: 2 homes to the right 
- Event home (additional fee)
- Convenient to many great stores, eateries, grocery stores, Ocean Crest Pier, Oak Island Golf Course, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, and other fun activities
- Short drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Walking distance to the pier
- Beds:  1K, 1Q, 1T, 1BB T/D
- Entertainment:  Flat screen Intelligent TVs in all rooms.  TVs equipped with streaming.  Board games and puzzles.  Books.  DVD library. 
- Open floor plan
- Ceiling fans
- Wood floors
- Oceanfront covered porch
- Picnic table
- Rocking chairs
- Covered parking
- Dog friendly

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Booking the best Southport vacation rental experience:

When to visit & When to reserve a Southport rental home:

• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Book your vacation in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers often offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Choose dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. 3BR\/2BA - Ocean Front, Dog Friendly, Beach Steps Away, Sleeps 8 has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or charges applied to your agreement.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction or event? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few issues.
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• To make certain damages are not linked to your stay, make note of any problem areas when you arrive. E-mail the property manager immediately to record any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great feedback to drive more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review 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 reasonably to solve it.