Bring Your Dog to this Oceanfront Home and \"Linger Longer\"-Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

Linger Longer - 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath House, Oceanfront, Sleeps 8

**New to the Rental Market**

Bed Layout: 1K, 1Q, 2 BB T/T Sleeps 8
Bedroom 1 - 1 King
Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen
Bedroom 3 - 2 BB T/T

Notable & Unique Features:
- Direct beach access
- Spectacular ocean vistas with pretty sunrises and sunsets
- Centrally located in the heart of Oak Island
- Within walking distance to nature trails; fishing; Pepperoni Grille Restaurant; King's Beachwear; Oak Island Cabana; Middleton Park with basketball hoops, splash pad water park, multiple playgrounds, skateboard park, tennis court, baseball field, and Summer Concert Series
- 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 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Entertainment: Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming. TVs in all bedrooms.
- Kitchen: Quartz countertops. Stainless-steel appliances. Fridge. Electric range with cooktop. Dishwasher. Microwave.
- LVP and tile floor throughout
- Expansive oceanfront porch (partially covered and partially a sun deck)
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Boat parking
- Private parking (4 spaces total - 2 covered, 2 uncovered)

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

This elegant home will definitely hit the sweet spot for your beach vacation! Centrally located in the heart of Oak Island and only mins. from everywhere you will want to be! This home also offers direct beach access if you feel like digging your toes in the sandy shore or taking a long walk on the beach. Simple to spend all day calming in the sun and building sand castles. Before going inside, you can rinse all the sand away in the enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower. You are sure to adore relaxing on the oceanfront porch appreciating the ocean vistas and spectacular sunrises and sunsets. You can choose the cool of the partially covered side of the porch or sunbathe on the sun deck while overlooking the waves as they roll onto shore. Warm salty breezes and the call of pelicans as they fly in formation overhead. Ideal for modest families or a group of friends looking for a hideaway trip to the beach. This sweet spot will have you wanting to extend your vacation and "linger longer." Make your reservation today before this island treasure gets taken! See you soon!

**Please Note: As of 11/9/24, this property no longer accepts family pets. However, guest reservations made prior to 11/9/24 with dogs will be honored**

About the Area

Located on 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 Bald Head Island Lighthouse. 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Strategies to get the perfect rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• To book the largest vacation home for your budget, we recommend booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Southport attractions. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property managers often offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guides contain discounts for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Choosing and booking the right Southport rental:

• Start by selecting a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Bring Your Dog to this Oceanfront Home and \"Linger Longer\"-Sleeps 8 has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the host before you reserve your home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.

More considerations:

• Add the host's phone number to your phone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• At Check-in, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your life at home. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let crooks ruin your trip.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good feedback to propel more bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.