Dogs Allowed at Mermaid Cove Beautiful Beach House - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Up to 3 Dogs Accepted at Mermaid Cove in Oak Island

Accepts Short Stays, Rents Saturday to Saturday in Summer

3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom/Sleeps 9 

You won't want to leave the Mermaid Cove in the peaceful wooded area of Oak Island, just 2 blocks from the beach walkover. The well marked walkway at SE 31st street provides a town kayak launch for the Davis Canal and a great view of the center of the island, not accessible by car. This is our favorite area to catch a great sunrise/sunset around the marshlands and to check out a lot of waterbirds. There is a secondary walking path at SE 20th so there is potential for a longer loop for the runners in your group!  We have lawn games for the teenagers and an elevator for the great grandparents. Welcome to indoor - outdoor living at its best, with 2 screened porches, one up and one down, and a sun room off the living room. Our yard features a cornhole play area, putting green, and an outdoor shower. Wood floors throughout the living area make us user friendly for beach goers. The great room is the ideal place for togetherness when you get back from the beach.  Our bright, white open kitchen has all the storage and cookware you will need to make meals at home. Appreciate the close by public boat launch and our neighborhood park's  Splash Pad, Pickle Ball/Tennis courts, exercise center, senior center, and outdoor concerts at the amphitheater.  

Ground Level: We are a one story home with Stairs or Elevator Lift to the living level.
We have a security camera at the front door.

Outdoor Shower,  Screened In Patio with Outdoor Dining, Gas Grille, Outdoor seating throughout garden.  Owner provides Cornhole.  Guest bring own club and balls for putting green.  1 adult bicycle and 1 kid's bicycle for guest use.

Level 2: We are a one story home on pilings.
Screened porches with chaise lounges, ceiling fan.
Sun Room with modest portable heater, ceiling fan.
Living Room: Intelligent TV, Sectional Couch, Ceiling Fan. Open floor plan.
Dining: Seating for 6 at table and counter seats for 2.
Kitchen: stainless steel refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave. Ninja Multi-Cooker, modest appliances.
Primary Bedroom Suite: King Bed, Dresser, Wardrobe, Ceiling fan, Intelligent TV, Soft Side Seating Vignette, Ensuite Bath.
Primary Ensuite Bathroom: Custom tile shower, double vanity, toilet.
Guest Bedroom with Queen Bed, and a Twin/Twin Bunk Bed
Shared Hallway Bathroom with Bathtub and Shower
Guest Bedroom with Queen Size Bed, additional 3/4 Futon

Parking: 3-4 cars, size dependent. (Boat onsite is owner's property and not for guest use.)
Linens: Linens will be wrapped in sanitary packaging and laying on the bedspread

Rental Policies:
In response to 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 4pm and are guaranteed by 6pm
Off Season Check-Ins begin at 3pm and are guaranteed by 5pm
Check Out is by 10 am.
We adhere to this policy so please do not arrive early 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/bachelorette events, sororities/fraternities
No Smoking

Pet Policy: Up to Three Dogs Accepted One pet fee is included. Extra dogs must pay added fee. No cats allowed.

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 close 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 alluring 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 prior to 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 conveniently 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 river front in Southport.
We look forward to your visit!

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. 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 kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and 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

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

Oak Island rental booking tips and tricks:

When to visit & When to book:

• Book your vacation in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• In the Southport area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Choose a group leader, choose your dates, and choose a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Dogs Allowed at Mermaid Cove Beautiful Beach House has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish which bed configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Make sure to ask for details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

Tips to have a smooth stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Note any damages to the property at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are assessed.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your peace and quiet. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Upon check-out, complete a final walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on good ratings to propel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.