The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
2 Queens | 1 Twin | 1 Twin-over-queen Bunk Bed | 1 Twin-over-twin Bunk Bed

A true oceanside treasure, The Mermaid Cottage offers guests the nostalgia of a classic knotty-pine paneled beach bungalow effortlessly combined with shabby-chic touches and modern amenities. With space for up to ten guests and two dogs per stay, the entire family can soak in the sun as you build sandcastles together just steps from your door.

Handsomely refreshed and decorated throughout, the open concept living area is well lit both day and nighttime thanks to walls of windows and thoughtful lighting choices. Cuddle up on the comfortable sectional or lounge in the pair of recliners to watch a movie or stream your favorite shows. The sturdy dining table seats at least six adults comfortably, with bench seating along one side accepting for additional space if needed. Three additional seats are available at the adjacent breakfast bar. The compact kitchen still offers plenty of counterspace and is entirely outfitted with everything you need to prepare meals, whether you’re laying out the ultimate build your own sandwich bar, setting some chili to simmer in the supplied crockpot while you spend the day on the beach or attractively baking an impressive catch of the day.

Just off the kitchen, the first two bedrooms share hall access to a full bathroom with a pedestal sink and a standard tub/shower combo. The streetside bedroom is furnished with a twin-over-double bunk bed and a twin bed. The stackable washer and dryer are also tucked behind a screen in this room. The middle bedroom provides a queen bed and a twin-over-twin bunk bed, along with a intelligent TV for personal entertainment. The oceanfront master suite is located off the living room and features a queen bed, wall-mounted intelligent TV and direct oceanfront deck access. The ensuite bathroom offers a pedestal sink and step-in shower stall.

The oceanfront covered porch offers plenty of seating, with a wrap around constructed in bench, classic rocking chairs and a cozy lounge chaise. Dine al fresco at the wooden picnic table as you watch the sunset over the Atlantic. Thanks to the wooden gate at the top of the steps, parents can relax as toddlers or dogs play. There’s also a fenced dog run on the lower level, as well as an additional picnic table and a sand box in the shade under the home. The enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water makes rinsing sand off after a day on the beach a breeze, and the storage area is well supplied with beach chairs and toys for your use, plus a cart to haul everything in.

Take a break from the hustle of the everyday and live life by the drift of the tides – Book your stay at The Mermaid Cottage today.

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak 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. 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

Our top Southport rental home tips:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Booking your Southport vacation rental in Fall or Spring months is a good way to save on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area travel guides which include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to pick the best rental:

• Select a group lead, choose your dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If your group is traveling with pets, filter your search for a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Note that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a certain Southport beach you simply love, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental

Advice for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Record any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors bothering your quiet neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• On check-out day, complete a final walk-through to confirm you have not leave anything behind. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a terrific time? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.