Feels Like Home: Great Views and Easy Beach Access - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 15
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bath
1 King | 2 Queens | 2 Doubles | 1 Twin-over-double Bunk Bed | 1 Twin | 1 Twin Couch Bed

Settle into a vacation that Feels Like Home with a stay at this coastal-chic third row beach bungalow. The open-concept common living space is bright and airy. An overstuffed sectional and pair of swivel armchairs invite the whole family to gather and watch a favorite show on the flatscreen TV. The wooden bench provides a convenient perch to take shoes on and off or hang damp beach towels.

Tucked along a window, the modest kitchen table seats four, with an additional eight seats available at the adjacent breakfast bar. The gleaming silver and white kitchen is completely equipped with stainless steel appliances and tons of storage space. This room offers broad counters with room to both prep the catch of the day and prepare it up for the family. Just off the kitchen, you'll find the laundry room as well as a half bathroom for your convenience. Tucked away under the stairs, a modest study nook provides a desk and chair.

The master suite is also located on this level, complete with a king bed, flat screen TV and direct access to a modest private porch. The ensuite bathroom offers his and her sinks along with a step-in tile shower.

At the top of the stairs on the second level, you'll find two nearly identical bedroom suites. Each has a bedroom with a queen bed along with a sleeping nook with a double bed for additional sleeping space. Each of these rooms has a flat screen TV for personal entertainment. The ocean side ensuite bathroom has a step-in tile shower, while the street side ensuite bathroom has a standard tub/shower combo with a sliding glass door. The final bedroom is furnished with a twin-over-double bunk bed, twin loft bed and a twin sleeper couch.

Outside, the covered front porch is furnished with plenty of seating for calming or dining. An enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water makes cleaning up after you hit the beach a breeze, and included beach chairs and an umbrella help you save space when packing. Finest of all, beach access is fast and simple via the 26th Place East foot access path. Conveniently located between the Middleton Park area and the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier, you'll have your choice of close by dining, live music and entertainment when you need a break from the sun and surf. Exploring the island is especially painless if you choose to include the optional golf cart for an additional $600 per week. Ensure your next vacation rental Feels Like Home and book your stay now!

About the Area

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

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Oak Island vacation rental tips:

Get the most from your rental budget:

• To find the best value, change your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides have deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Planning and choosing the bestrental home:

• Start by having your family agree to date ranges and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Feels Like Home: Great Views and Easy Beach Access has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible online. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before you book your rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If there's an individual Carolina Beach attraction you love, look for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• Traveling with pets? 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. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs applied to your invoice.

Some things to know before you go:

• Get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Upon check-in, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you are out. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a great stay? Many rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.