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 huge 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 roomy 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 sizable 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 humongous 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 cycling and horse riding.

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 vacation rental experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• To find the best rental within your budget, we recommend reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Southport attractions. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers usually offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guides have deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

How to choose and book your prefectrental home:

• Begin by selecting trip dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family requires. Mountains to Sea: Bring Your Boat to this Rustic Coastal Retreat! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the host before booking your home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out what configuration is right for your vacation family.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges applied to your contract.

More considerations for your visit:

• Get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your . We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Record any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• At departure, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on good feedback to compel future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.