4BR\/3.5BA House, 2nd Row with Water Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

West with the Nighttime (formerly Miss Rumphius by the Sea) - 4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath House, 2nd Row with spectacular vistas including Intercoastal, Bald Head, Cape Fear River and Oak Island lighthouse. Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11

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

Notable & Unique Features:
- NEMA 14-50 car charging support
- Expansive vistas of the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, Oak Island Lighthouse and more!
- Beach access only three homes away
- Oak Island Golf Course and Fort Caswell Civil War fort are just a short drive down the street 
- Convenient to great stores, eateries, grocery stores, Oak Island Fishing Pier, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, 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
- Beds:  2K, 2Q, 1BB T/T/T 
- Entertainment:  Flat-screen Intelligent TVs.  Puzzles.  Books.
- Kitchen:  Granite countertops.  Breakfast bar.  Stainless-steel appliances.  Fridge with ice maker.  Gas cooktop.  Double oven (1 convection).  Dishwasher.  Constructed-in microwave.  Crockpot.  Griddle.  Toaster oven.  Toaster.  Keurig coffee maker. 
- Tile, wood and carpet floor
- Private master suite
- 2nd living area with mini-refrigerator and direct porch access  
- Elderly friendly (elevator, walk-in showers)
- Tankless water heater
- Gas grille
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Fenced backyard 
- Private parking (6 spaces total - 2 covered, 4 uncovered)
- Boat parking
- Dog friendly

This impressive home will soon become your favorite getaway because the vistas here are astounding!  Located in the very relaxing and highly sought-after Caswell Beach area, you will be surrounded in natural beauty and wildlife.  From any of the comfortable covered porches, you an appreciate your morning coffee and experience the serenity of the Intracoastal Waterway from the back of the home or beautiful Atlantic Ocean vistas on the front of the home.  Vistas to be adored from every direction, even a view of the Oak Island Lighthouse just down the street!  Not to mention, your beach access is only three homes away!  This home is one of the most charming on Oak Island and Caswell Beach, as during the filming of Boys of Summer, a certain lead actor was in residence here.

Inside, you will appreciate the reverse floor plan with an open concept great room, formal dining area, and kitchen on the top floor, boasting enormous windows to maximize those broad vistas.  The top floor also features a generous size master bedroom with bespoke constructed-in work desk and huge walk-in closet, roomy en suite bathroom with double vanity and a no threshold bespoke tile walk-in shower with bench, a half bath just off the great room, and a laundry area with sink.  The chef in the family will appreciate the gourmet kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, convection oven, gas cooktop, dishwasher and more!

Downstairs, you will find a second and rather calming living area with a mini-refrigerator and direct access to one of many covered porches.  Also on this level are three guest bedrooms.  A king bedroom and a queen bedroom share a jack and jill bathroom, and the final bedroom is ideal for modest families or a group of kiddos featuring a triple twin bunk bed and a queen bed.  This final bedroom also has its own en suite bathroom.  

Outside , you can know the kids are safe playing in the sizable fenced backyard.  Feel complimentary to wash all the sand away from a fun-filled day at the beach in the enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower.  As evening approaches, you can grille out your fresh catch on the gas grille for the best local seafood you've ever tasted.  

In the spirit of Beryl Markham the great female aviator, whose memoir is West with the Nighttime, come and create your adventures at this exceptional beach home.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the perfect rental home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Some property managers offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Many rental management companies supply Southport area travel guide magazines which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Make a plan and choose a perfectrental:

• Start by choosing your vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. 4BR\/3.5BA House, 2nd Row with Water Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11 has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property management company before reserving your home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Be aware that some property owners charge additional pet fees.
• If there's an individual Southport destination you long to visit, look for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental

Know before you go:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• Note any issues with the property at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to stimulate new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your review find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.