Mountains to Sea: Bring Your Boat to this Rustic Coastal Retreat! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
2 Queens | 1 Double-over-double Bunk Bed

Located among the wooded side of the island, this coastal getaway offers a mountain cabin vibe with some oceanside flair. During your stay you are just four blocks over from the Oak Island Nature Center and Malcolm Register Park along the Intracoastal Waterway. If you want to bring your boat to drop a line in the water and catch your own dinner the municipal boat ramp is a short drive over to 55th Street.

The Living Space

Accented with a coastal, rustic feel throughout, the living room homes a enormous sectional ideal for calming and watching your favorite movie as a family on the flat screen, intelligent TV to go along with a comfortable arm chair.

The kitchen provides a cavernous area to feed your whole group with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets and a breakfast bar to help kickstart your day! Five bar stools line the huge island so you can savor your meal as a group!

Where You'll Sleep

The master bedroom welcomes you with a queen bed focused toward the mounted intelligent TV. This room also features plenty of closet space, a private bathroom and access to the back screened porch.

The second queen room is also equipped with closet space and an ottoman with a giant pillow so you can appreciate a book or scroll your device.

Across the hall from the shared full bathroom, the final bedroom homes a double-over-double bunk bed and serves as the ideal spot for the little ones to retire after a day of exploring the island.

Outdoor Living Space

Step out onto the broad screened back porch to lounge on the furnishings or enjoy a meal at the table that offers seating for six.

The park grille is the ideal spot to prepare up your favorite summer meal before you break out the corn hole board and light up the fire pit!

About the Area

Located near the beach, 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 attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park 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 not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the best rental home experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the best value, try changing your family's Southport vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues 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 your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies supply Southport area travel guides which will include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning and picking the perfect Southport rental home:

• To start, have your family decide on date ranges and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Mountains to Sea: Bring Your Boat to this Rustic Coastal Retreat! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available online. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before you reserve the rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You will need to establish what configuration is best for your vacation family.
• Some rentals allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the host about your furry family members before booking.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.

More considerations:

• Add the host's contact information to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect your property!
• Note any damages to the property during check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Just prior to departing, take a walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out 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.
• Did your family have a wonderful stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.