The Turtle Shell: Home Across from Ocean Crest Pier and Restaurant - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
1 King | 3 Queens | 2 Twin Rolling Cots

Welcome to the Turtle Shell, OKI’s best, offering one of the biggest private pools on the island (40X16)! Appreciate beautiful broad ocean vistas, direct beach access, as well as the Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way Restaurant just steps away across the street. This property provides ample on-site parking so no need to pay additional to go to the beach. As many of our reviews attest, this location simply is the finest!

Please appreciate the private pool which includes a generous tanning ledge, also great for young kids to splash around on, a massive deep end with bench seating to savor drinks while calming in the pool and tons of space for lap swimming as well. Please inquire about the heating and cooling function for an additional fee.

The Turtle Shell offers outdoor space running the gamut from shaded decks to under-home picnic areas to sunshine by the pool with ample lounge seating for all. The covered front porch is a favorite spot to enjoy coffee in the morning and happy hours in the afternoon while watching the waves crash with handsome unobstructed vistas of the ocean and pier. The covered area under the home is the ideal place to have a shrimp boil on the two picnic tables or stay covered while cooking on the gas grille. The covered back porch overlooks the pool and offers respite from the sun and wind. There are many places to congregate and play games or watch striking sunsets.

This beautiful vacation rental features an open floor plan featuring an refreshed kitchen with ocean vistas and space for all the chefs in the family including stainless steel appliances and quartz counter tops next to an upsized dining table with ample bench seating to accommodate family. The kitchen and dining areas open into the huge living room which includes ample seating and a enormous screen TV with intelligent features and a DVD library all with the same impressive ocean vistas. The high-speed internet accepts streaming on all devices including HD Roku TVs in each room. The pocket doors on one side of the home are ideal for separate families or young kids to provide a peaceful space on one side of the home or while you wash a load of clothes.

The bedroom layout is ideal with two bedrooms separated by one bathroom on each side of the home. The two front bedrooms (king and queen) have amazing ocean vistas. All bedrooms have generous light, clothing storage, ceiling fans, as well as blinds and curtains for those that enjoy dark sleeping quarters.

Off-season nightly units available with a two-nighttime minimum.

Guests should note that an additional pool heating or cooling fee is required for each day a guest requests these services. Guest must request the pool heating and pay the fee by calling the OIA office during normal business hours at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Pool heating is only available when temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit and warmer.

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 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. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the perfect vacation property experience:

Finding your best deal:

• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the best value, change your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers usually offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Southport area visitors guide magazines which include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. The Turtle Shell: Home Across from Ocean Crest Pier and Restaurant has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the property manager before reserving the home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home.
• Record any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a terrific resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Just before checking out, complete a final walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and look for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to drive more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.