Family oasis beach retreat in quiet woodlands - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2300 square feet

Savor the sand between your toes, gorgeous sunsets, and handsome beaches of Oak Island while appreciating our cavernous, open floor-plan 5 bedroom home. 3 bedrooms are on first floor with 2 full baths, and a huge screened-in porch ideal for enjoying your morning coffee. Upstairs is another bedroom, full bath, and comfortable loft with 4 constructed-in bunkbeds and two humongous bean bag chairs - the ideal hang-out area for the kids! Sleeps 14 and pet friendly (dogs only).

The home is located on a relaxing, peaceful street, just 0.5 miles from the beach with tons of parking at the public beach access. It is a half a block from the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), with a public pier just 0.2 miles away, and a boat ramp just 0.3 miles away. Minutes from Publix, Food Lion, beach stores, and multiple eateries (including the famed BBQ House and Scoops ice cream and donut shop, which are within walking distance).

The completely-outfitted kitchen includes a Kitchen Aid mixer, sizable crockpot, electric griddle, waffle maker, tons of serving bowls, all the basic spices, and a coffee maker - making cooking a breeze! Other amenities include a enormous pantry, charcoal grille in the backyard, TV in every room, washer and dryer, central HVAC, a 2nd refrigerator/freezer, and additional coolers in the garage. Bikes, beach toys, a beach buggy, and cornhole are available for guest use. The outdoor shower is ideal for fast clean-ups after a day at the beach.

All beds have comforters, bed pads, and pillows. Bed linens are supplied in a clean packet on your bed along with a bath towel and washcloth for each guest. Please bring your own beach towels.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oak Island Lighthouse and Fort Fisher State Historic Site. 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

2 total pets

Tips to get the optimal Southport vacation property experience:

When to reserve a Southport rental & When to go:

• Reserve your Southport rental in Spring or Fall to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area travel guides which include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to pick the best vacation home in Oak Island:

• Start by selecting your potential vacation weeks and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Family oasis beach retreat in quiet woodlands has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available online. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before booking the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's a specific Southport destination you are enamored with, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your visit, inspect for any problem areas upon check in. text the property manager right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and look for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to stimulate future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.