Picayne: 4 Bedrooms \/ 4 Baths Home with a Spacious Floor Plan and Views from Oce - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3336 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
2 Queens | 4 Twins | 2 Double Sleeper Sofas

The Picayne is not your typical beach home. it is a well-appointed, modren home with an open and airy feel. The extravagant comfort is just one reason the Picayne has so many return guests.

This vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.

With only two rows of homes, our end of Oak Island has spectacular wide-open vistas in a casual, peaceful surround. The Picayne is a family home geared towards cooking, sharing meals, appreciating the pretty vistas, and spending time on the uncrowded beach. The Oak Island Lighthouse gently sweeps the nighttime sky as it has done since the 1950s. The close by town of Southport is nationally recognized for its appeal. The Fort Fisher Aquarium is a short, fun ferry ride away. The public Oak Island Golf Club is just down the road. Caswell Beach has laid-back beach town charm with amenities and activities reflecting today's lifestyles. If you're lucky enough to see Loggerhead turtle hatch it will be an experience, you'll never forget.

The details: Cavernous open reverse floor plan w/ huge up & downstairs living areas. New wood floors throughout. Totally refreshed well-equipped chef's kitchen with updated appliances including microwave drawer and separate drink cooler. Ice maker downstairs. Two dining areas plus counter with bar chairs. Enclosed, carpeted elevator from the carport to the upper floors.

Four bedrooms, each with private bath: two queens; four twins; two full couch beds in the cavernous downstairs den with enormous picture windows and great vistas, pull-down shades for room darkening. Available folding crib. 4 flat-screen TVs: 55", 46", 32" and 27", DVD player, wireless Internet.

Upstairs master with limited ocean vistas, French doors to covered porch, walk-in tile shower with dual heads and seat. Downstairs master with semi-private covered balcony and broad vistas.

Front upper-level covered balcony with rocking chairs and partial ocean vistas; open upper back deck with wide vistas of wetlands, summer sunset, Southport, and stargazing. Ground-level carport with play area and picnic table. Simple beach access. Rinse off with two lighted, private hot and cold outdoor showers with dressing benches and clothes hooks. Beach chairs, umbrellas, body boards and games supplied. If you've had to leave your four-legged family member at the kennel on previous vacations, we are now dog-friendly.

The Picayne is ideal for two families or grandparents with the up and down-stairs masters and elevator. Our home is noted for its tasteful decor, extensive original artwork, roomy living areas, and well-equipped kitchen. It always gets a big "WOW" for beautiful vistas. Many locals say it's the best view on Caswell Beach. We invite you to savor the unique charm of Caswell Beach in the Picayne, a home graciously accommodating for you and your family and friends.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is near the beach. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and Bay Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. 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 allowed

Tips to get the perfect Oak Island vacation property experience:

Get the most from your spending budget:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Reserve your Southport rental home in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Some hosts offer rate reductions for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitor guides that include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, picking, and booking the rightrental home:

• First, have your group agree to trip dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Picayne: 4 Bedrooms \/ 4 Baths Home with a Spacious Floor Plan and Views from Oce has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available online. If not, email the property owner before booking the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what configuration is right for your vacation group.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your invoice.
• If there's a certain Southport destination you simply love, keep an eye out for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

More considerations:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers disrupting your home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to compel new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.