Ivy Cottage: Dog-Friendly, Oceanfront Cottage with Fenced Yard - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 928 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 1 Full Bathroom | 1 Half Bathroom
1 Queen | 2 Twins | 2 Twin-over-double Bunk Beds | 1 Double Couch Bed

UPDATE: Ivy Cottage has some big changes coming up in 2023, including a repaired deck along with an increase in seating and new furnishings. The fenced yard area will entail a stone patio for the picnic table and modest sitting area overlooking grille area. The remaining area will have Bermuda Sod.

Ivy Cottage is a well-maintained and a comfortable getaway with wood, pergo and tiled floor, an refreshed kitchen and a sunroom with a pullout couch for additional seating and additional dining. The full bathroom features a shower.

The oceanfront deck has rockers and picnic tables plus a security gate for your kids or dogs (this vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round), plus a fenced yard. Outside enclosed shower with hot and cold water and changing room and a charcoal grille.

Three flat screen TV's with cable, three DVD players and wireless internet.

Please note there are limited ocean vistas over dune line.

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Oak Island rental experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• Summer is the most expensive season in Oak Island. To find the best vacation home for your budget, we highly recommend booking in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Southport attractions. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• In the Southport area, The sooner your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers typically offer guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitors guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental 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.

How to choose and book your prefectrental home:

• Start by choosing a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Ivy Cottage: Dog-Friendly, Oceanfront Cottage with Fenced Yard has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. If not, email or call the host before reserving your home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• If there's an individual Southport attraction you simply love, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Some properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask your host about allowable breeds and types before booking.

During your stay:

• Add the host's contact information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Upon check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let thieves spoil your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to confirm you've collected everything. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.