Dog Friendly - Fully Remodeled - Coastal Cottage - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

Knot so Crabby - Totally Redecorated Oak Island Beach Rental - Dogs Accepted 

Accepts Short Stays

3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom / Sleeps 8-9

Once you arrive in the treelined neighborhood - conveniently accessed by the Middleton bridge on the south end of Oak Island - you will definitely knot be feeling crabby at all! This comfortable island home was just lovingly redecorated and refurnished in modern farmhouse style.  The sweeping ceiling and openness of the great room are a ideal family gathering spot after a hot day at the beach. The efficient kitchen offers everything you need for cooking meals at home, including a roomy pantry for your groceries. The backyard is ready to welcome your furry friend and make him feel right at home. Savor a calming indoor-outdoor lifestyle in the screened-in porch in the backyard, where you can hear the birds and appreciate the gentle salt sea breezes of this enchanting Oak Island beach rental. The back yard porch is sure to become your favorite room in the home; bring a book to curl up with!

Ground Level:

This is a one-story single-family home.
Private drive accommodates 4 cars, size dependent. No restrictions on boat trailers. 6 steps to enter the home at the front porch. Rocking chairs, solar yard lighting, outdoor hot shower, covered propane grille, back yard fire pit with 6 Adirondack polywood chairs, string lights, backyard sun deck with picnic table, back yard screened-in porch.
Screen Porch: all-weather rattan seating, ceiling fan.
Living Room: queen size couch sleeper, loveseat, soft side chair, credenza with wall mounted sizable screen Intelligent TV, ceiling fan.
Dining Room: dining table seating 4, breakfast table seating 2, sliding doors to screened-in porch.
Kitchen: bar counter seating for 3, stainless refrigerator freezer, dishwasher, electric range with double oven, microwave.
Bedroom: Queen bed, traditional wood furnishings- chest of drawers, wall-mounted Intelligent TV, ceiling fan.
Shared Hallway Bath: Bathtub and shower with hand held spray wand faucet, toilet, single solid-surface vanity.
Bedroom: Full bed with full trundle, wall mount Intelligent TV, Papasan chair, nightstands with nightlight and phone chargers, ceiling fan.
Laundry Room: washer-dryer, lightweight vacuum.
Primary Bedroom Suite: queen bed with panel headboard, 2 chest of drawers, wall-mounted Intelligent TV, ceiling fan, ensuite bath.
Primary Ensuite Bath: garden tub, shower stall with rain faucet, single solid-surface vanity, makeup mirror

Parking: 4-6 cars, size dependent. Boat trailers are allowed.

Linens: Save money! Ask about a discount if you want to bring your sheets and towels. If linen service is selected, they will be wrapped in sanitary packaging and laid on the bedspread.

Rental Policies:
In response to the increased incidence of credit card fraud, a valid government photo ID will be required for every reservation. A signed rental agreement is required: accepting House Rules on any online travel agency requires reading and acceptance of our rental agreement.

Arrival/Departure:
Summer Check-Ins (June-August) begin at 4 pm and are guaranteed by 6 pm
Off-Season Check-Ins begin at 3 pm and are guaranteed by 5 pm
Check-out is by 10 am.
We adhere to this policy, so please do not arrive early or plan to delay your departure.

Guest Access
*Electronic entry. You will be supplied a code before check-in.

House Rules:
No events such as weddings, bachelor's/bachelorette events, sororities/fraternities
No Smoking

Pet Policy: Dogs Only allowed, no other family pets. Pet Fee for first dog is included. If you would like to bring a second dog, it is allowed with additional fee.

Cancellation Policy:
- Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking
- After 48 hours of booking and more than 60 days out from arrival, a full refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee
- After 48 hours of booking and within 60 days of arrival, there will be no refund processed unless the dates are re-rented. If premises are re-rented, a refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee.

Things To Do:
Oak Island is known for its golden sand beaches, calming blue waters, friendly community, and proximity to the cities of Southport, Wilmington, and Myrtle Beach. There are many cute island coffee stores, stores, breweries, and a park that showcases a splash pad for summer fun! With a striking Golf Club open to summer travelers and over 100 public water access points, there is an abundance of all things adventurous to do on Oak Island! 

If you'd like to keep your exercise routine going while on vacation, you can get an out-of-town Gym pass at Oak Island Recreation Center. Utilize the Rec Center's ample parking, put in at the Kayak ramp, and spend hours kayaking our elegant marshes.  Sit on the lawn and savor a nighttime off cooking at our Weekly Friday nighttime "Summer Concert In The Park" with a couple of local food truck options at this family-centric Live Music event. Beach Day takes place in Oak Island on the Friday before July 4th and features all-day activities followed by fireworks on the island that evening.

Visit Historic Southport, a seafaring town just five miles from our island, for a bigger nightlife. Southport, at the confluence of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, features a variety of different eateries, bars, live music and shopping. It is one of our favorite places to walk around and check out different food and live music on the weekends. There are complimentary parking options all over town, and you can effortlessly walk to dozens of places while appreciating the breeze from the riverfront and admiring historic homes and general store buildings that date back to the early 1800s. Southport's State Fourth of July Festival is a three-day street fair with artists from all over the state, vendors, and food. It is really like being in an Andy Griffith episode with the parade and enormous finale fireworks show over the riverfront in Southport.
We look forward to your visit!

About the Area

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum 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 and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: Dogs Only unless otherwise detailed in listing.

Strategies to get the optimal vacation property experience:

When to visit Oak Island & When to book:

• In the Southport area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Summer months are high season in Oak Island. To get the largest rental home within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite Southport restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers usually offer renters an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, property management companies supply Southport area visitors guides which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Filter your search:

• Begin by choosing vacation dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family requires. Dog Friendly - Fully Remodeled - Coastal Cottage has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you book the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You will need to work out which bed configuration is best for your vacation.
• Some rentals allow pets, and others don't. Acceptable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of problems.
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to confirm you've collected all personal items. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful vacation? Most rental managers make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.