Whimseacal: Dog friendly beach escape with screened porch - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1248 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
3 Queens

This vacation rental welcomes up to one dog per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.

One 42-inch CCTV with basic cable, wireless internet access. Entirely equipped kitchen with garbage disposal, no dishwasher, dining seating for four, plus four at the breakfast nook. games and puzzles, wood floors throughout. Screened back porch with plenty of seating, side deck, outside shower with hot and cold, gas grille. One block to the ICW and public boat ramp, beach access at the end of SE 54th Street. One dog allowed under 30lbs.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Magic Mountain Fun Park and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the best Southport vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked very early. Booking your rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To get the best value, change your vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitor guides which will include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to pick the perfect vacation rental in Oak Island:

• Choose a group leader, choose your dates, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Whimseacal: Dog friendly beach escape with screened porch has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible online. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before reserving your home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is best for your vacation group.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs applied to your contract.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

More tips for your stay:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of issues.
• Lock your rental while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• To ensure that damages aren't linked to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Call the property manager right away to document any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to inspire new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation home. Please 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 expeditiously to remedy it.