Rusty Anchor OKI - Walk to the Beach, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1100 square feet

NO PET FEES, WALK TO BEACH!! The Rusty Anchor is ready to host your family and pups in 2024! This is a incredible family & pet home on a peaceful dead-end street - ideal for the kids to play! New deck and completely fenced yard - ideal for the dogs and kids!! This 3 bedroom home sleep 8, with 2 full baths, open concept living, dining, & kitchen, with a garage for your gear. 2 king bedrooms and a central bunk room make this home ideal for 2 families. Up to 3 dogs welcome! High speed wifi and TVs in each room! All linens supplied and beds made!

Welcome to the Rusty Anchor! This home is ideally located off the Middleton bridge which means painless access to stores, downtown Oak Island, and of course - The Beach! A short, safe walk down the sidewalks will take you directly to the beach where you can spend your days on the sand. Savor the many different accesses on Oak Island's 14 miles of south facing beach.

Start your day off with some morning coffee on the front porch, rocking away as you listen to the waves crash. Or have breakfast al-fresco on the sizable deck with patio table and chairs! Grab your beach chairs (up to 8 supplied with 2 beach buggies) and head down to the beach for a day of fun in the sun. Come an go as you please since the home is a short walk to the sand.

After a day in the waves, come home to relax and relax. The well equipped kitchen is a prepare's dream, ideal for preparing meals for the whole family. Or, get ready and hit the town and dine at one of the many eateries on Oak Island or in Southport! The 65" intelligent tv is ready for all your streaming service subscriptions. Tons of board games available for some family fun evenings.

After your day is done, spend the evening around the fire pit toasting marshmallows and hotdogs. You can also appreciate a game of cornhole in the huge driveway or side yard. The entirely fenced backyard is ideal for the family pets and kids to run and play. Or simply relax and gaze at the stars - very little tree cover helps maximize your viewing opportunities.

Once it's time to retire, choose from one of the 3 bedrooms. The primary suite features a king bed, a enormous desk and a T.V. with en-suite full bath. The middle bedroom, or bunk room, is ideal for the kids. A 'twin over full' bunk bed and twin bed accepts for ample sleeping space for everybody - tv included. The third bedroom features another king bed and TV.

The huge fenced backyard features a deck with shade sail and cafe lights, patio table and chairs, charcoal grille, firepit, and plenty of chairs for some outdoor fun. The garage is ideal to store all your beach equipment and homes the complimentary beach chairs, sand toys, and beach buggies to use during your stay. The driveway is giant - ideal for 4 cars and for the kids to run around and play. The front porch is for some relaxation time, rocking in the chairs and sipping on your favorite drink!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

4 total pets

How to get the best Southport vacation property experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Southport area. To get the best value, change your family's Southport vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies supply Southport area visitors guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Begin by selecting your a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Rusty Anchor OKI - Walk to the Beach, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email the property management company before you reserve your rental. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly rental. Ask for details on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• At Check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected everything. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on great reviews to drive more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best rental home. Remember to 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 remedy it.