4 Bedroom 2 Bath House, 2nd Row, Ocean Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

A Gem - 4 Bedroom 2 Bath House, 2nd Row, Ocean Vistas, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 8

**New to the Rental Market**

**Please Note: This property is not equipped to charge golf carts.**

Bed Layout:  4Q - Sleeps 8

Notable & Unique Features:
- Beach Access: on either side of home on 17th Place W or 20th Place W
- Located on the highly sought after west end of Oak Island
- Convenient to Beach Pantry Store, Ocean Crest Pier, great stores, dining, Oak Island Golf Couse, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, and other fun activities
- Short drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Entertainment:  Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming.  Basic cable.  TVs in all bedrooms.  DVD player.  Puzzles.
- Covered porch
- Sun deck
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Fish cleaning station
- Charcoal grille
- Private parking (7 spaces total - 2 covered, 5 uncovered)
- Dog friendly

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer (located on ground level)
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

This comfortable getaway is a true gem, and the remedy to all your stresses and worries.  There is nothing better than being able to kick back and relax with the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean in the background.  Ideal for families or a group of friends, this home offers 4 bedrooms with queen beds and 2 full bathrooms.  You can soon find yourself napping in a rocking chair on the shady covered front porch listening to the waves or appreciating your favorite drink as the sunrise and sunset paints the sky and bounces glimmers of light off the ocean that lie beyond.  If you feel like digging your toes into Oak Island's handsome sandy shore, there are two public beach accesses just a short walk on either side of this home.  After a fun-filled day at the beach, rinse off all the sand in the enclosed hot and cold outdoor shower or clean your catch at the fish cleaning station under the home.  Appreciate grilling out on the charcoal grille with warm salty breezes carrying the aroma of the best food you ever tasted.  It's definitely time to let all the cares of this life melt away and soak in some lazy days at the beach.  Make your reservation today and make A Gem your favorite sweet spot to return to year after year.  Don't wait too long or this island treasure will be taken!  

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• To find the best value, try changing your vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warm weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide 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 information, visitor guides contain money saving offers on nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Start by selecting potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. 4 Bedroom 2 Bath House, 2nd Row, Ocean Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 8 has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available online. If not, email the property owner before you book the property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.

More considerations for your visit:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Make a record of any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of issues.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected everything. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Many rental managers make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.