Family oasis beach retreat in quiet woodlands - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2300 square feet

Savor the sand between your toes, striking sunsets, and impressive beaches of Oak Island while appreciating our roomy, open floor-plan 5 bedroom home. 3 bedrooms are on first floor with 2 full baths, and a huge screened-in porch ideal for enjoying your morning coffee. Upstairs is another bedroom, full bath, and comfortable loft with 4 constructed-in bunkbeds and two giant bean bag chairs - the ideal hang-out area for the kids! Sleeps 14 and pet friendly (dogs only).

The home is located on a peaceful, peaceful street, just 0.5 miles from the beach with tons of parking at the public beach access. It is a half a block from the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), with a public pier just 0.2 miles away, and a boat ramp just 0.3 miles away. Minutes from Publix, Food Lion, beach stores, and multiple eateries (including the famed BBQ House and Scoops ice cream and donut shop, which are within walking distance).

The entirely-supplied kitchen includes a Kitchen Aid mixer, sizable crockpot, electric griddle, waffle maker, tons of serving bowls, all the basic spices, and a coffee maker - making cooking a breeze! Other amenities include a enormous pantry, charcoal grille in the backyard, TV in every room, washer and dryer, central HVAC, a 2nd refrigerator/freezer, and additional coolers in the garage. Bikes, beach toys, a beach buggy, and cornhole are available for guest use. The outdoor shower is ideal for fast clean-ups after a day at the beach.

All beds have comforters, bed pads, and pillows. Bed linens are supplied in a clean packet on your bed along with a bath towel and washcloth for each guest. Please bring your own beach towels.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oak Island Lighthouse and Fort Fisher State Historic Site. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. 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

2 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the very best Brunswick area vacation property experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we recommend booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Brunswick area attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer renters an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Brunswick area visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Choosing the perfect vacation home:

• Start by having your group choose vacation dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Family oasis beach retreat in quiet woodlands has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Brunswick area rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property manager before you book the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Visiting for a specific event? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly rental. Ask for information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Tips to have a great stay:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make sure damages aren't linked to your stay, make a record of any problem areas when you arrive. Make contact with the host immediately to document any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many difficulties.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.