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 outstanding family & pet home on a peaceful, dead-end street - ideal for the kids to play! New deck and entirely 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 simple 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 included 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 savor a game of cornhole in the huge driveway or side yard. The completely 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 TV 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 supplied. The third bedroom features another king bed and T.V..

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. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse 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

Tricks and tips to get the very best rental experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• To find the best vacation home for your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at Southport restaurants, tours, and activities.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Southport area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have money saving offers on nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Make a plan and choose the perfect Southport rental home:

• Choose your vacation dates and spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed 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 normally available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you book the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is suitable for your trip.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly rental. Ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Re-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean 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 great stay? Most rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.