Amazing Dog Friendly Home w\/ Fenced Back Yard Oasis, Near Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1105 square feet

Welcome to Mystical Mermaid!

This magnificent dog friendly 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home is ideal for your next island hideaway. Tucked away in the calming wooded section under the elegant Live Oaks of Oak Island, this home has all you need to make your vacation ideal. The back yard is an Oasis starting with the screened in back porch leading to the completely fenced in back yard complete with a complimentary standing Bar area and fire pit with Adirondack chairs You can even challenge your friends to a game of corn hole. Back inside the kitchen is entirely outfitted with all you need to fix delicious meals and there is room for 8 for dinner at the kitchen table and 4 bar stools. The propane gas grille will be ready to prepare your day’s catch (caught or bought).

Morning or evening, bring your coffee or wine onto the screened-in porch to relax. Continue to the backyard to find a table for al fresco dining or sit around the fire pit and talk about the day's excitement. There are many games to choose from if you prefer to relax in doors.

When the day is done, choose from 3 bedrooms to dream about your adventures so far. The primary bedroom, with a king-size bed, has an ensuite with a enormous walk in shower with bench seat. Guest room 1 has a queen size bed & guest room 2 has a twin over full bunk with a trundle. These 2 Guests rooms share a bathroom which has a bathtub/ shower combination. Stream your favorite shows in the primary bedroom or the guest bedroom with a Intelligent TV to appreciate your evening shows. There is even a pack and play available for use.

The home is only a short 10-15 mins walk to the beach by using the walkway bridge directly down 9th street and across the Davis Canal,

Sleeping Arrangements:
-Bedroom 1: King (TV)
-Bedroom 2: Queen (TV)
-Bedroom 3: Twin over Full bunk with trundle-

**Limit of 2 dogs - A non-returnable $200 pet fee will be added to the booking for bringing your dog(s). If you break home rules and bring more than 2 dogs without prior approval, a $500 pet fee will be charged.

*On January 10th, 2023 the Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The cost will be $5 per hour, $20 per day and $80 per week.*

House Conveniences:

-Bathroom: tub, hot water, toilet

-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, TV, essentials (towels, soap, TP), hangers, linens

-HVAC: heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan

-Home Safety: smoke alarm, first aid kit

-Internet: Private wireless internet access (WiFi)

-Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, dishes & silverware, freezer, stove, coffee maker, glasses, baking sheet, & cooking silverware

House Rules:
-Check-in: After 4pm

-Checkout: at 10am, no later

-Keyless check-in

-NO SMOKING

-NO PARTIES or EVENTS

-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money


Nearby Eateries:
-Island Way

-Salt 64

-Shagger Jacks

-Swain's Seafood

-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery

-Bob's Hot Dogs

-Koko Cabana

-Fixins Restaurant

-BBQ House

-Oak Island Sandwich Shop

-Dairy Queen

-Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream


Stores & Shopping:
-Publix (grocery)

-Lowes Food, just off the bridge on mainland (grocery)

-Food Lion (grocery)

-ABC Liquor Store (liquor)

-Haag & Sons Seafood Market (seafood)

-Strands Outfitters (clothing)

-Local Telephone (clothing)


Local Activities:
-Sky Diving

-Helicopter Tours

-Single Prop Plane Tours

-Deep Sea Fishing

-Fishing Piers

-Boat Units

-Mini Golf

-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant)

-Wild Life Observation Dock


Rental Equipment:
-Quicksand Beach Concierge: Offers beach rental services from chairs to umbrellas to paddle boards to coolers to charcuterie boxes to bonfires

-Island Dan's Units: Beach units, bicycle units and kayak tours

-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks


Surrounding Destinations:
-Southport, NC (25-min. drive)

-Wilmington, NC (55-min. drive)

-Myrtle Beach, SC (1-hour drive)


Local Public Services:
-Oak Island Police Department (Dial 911)

-Oak Island Fire Department (Dial 911)


Island Rules:
-DO NOT climb or walk on dunes

-DO NOT interfere with sea turtle beds on beach

-Please respect your neighbors!

Contact your iTrip Property Manager for further questions or comments: James Fosbury, 910-250-3016

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 activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. 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

Pets allowed

Finding the best rental home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summer months are high season in Oak Island. Reserve your rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• In the Southport area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Some owners offer special rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area travel guide magazines which often include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, 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.

Filter your search:

• Select vacation dates and budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Amazing Dog Friendly Home w\/ Fenced Back Yard Oasis, Near Beach has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available online. If not, contact the host before you book the home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Visiting for a single attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or could be applied to your agreement.

More tips for your stay:

• Add the host's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Record any damages to the property during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental while you're away. Protect your property!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on good feedback to stimulate new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.