MilRay: Dog-friendly Home Centrally Located in Yaupon Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
1 Queen | 1 Double | 2 Twin-over-twin Bunk Beds | 2 Double Sleeper Sofas | 1 Twin Sleeper Couch

Located on a peaceful neighborhood street in the Yaupon Beach section of Oak Island, this modern and cavernous home is ready to welcome your entire family, including up to two dogs weighing 60 lbs or less per reservation. Several eateries and stores are within a five-min. walk of this home, and the closest beach access is under half a mile from your driveway and walkable for most groups.

The open concept living area is uncluttered and flooded with natural light. A double sleeper couch and armchair beckon you to settle in and appreciate a favorite movie on the sizable flat screen TV. The dining table provides seating for six, with an additional two seats at the kitchen counter. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, double sinks and quartz countertops, with plenty of space to prepare a family meal. The washer and dryer are conveniently located just off the kitchen, along with an additional deep sink for rinsing swimwear. Just beyond this space you’ll find the screened in side porch, with outdoor furnishings for calming and a fan to keep you cool.

The master bedroom is located off the living room and is furnished with a queen bed, huge flat screen TV and private deck access. The attached master bath has a separate water closet, standard tub/shower combo and his and hers sinks with a center vanity, providing plenty of room to get ready before stepping out to discover local dining and shopping options.

At the other end of the home you’ll find a shared hall bath, also with a standard tub/shower combo. To the left is the first bunk room, with a twin-over-twin bunk bed as well as a twin sleeper couch. Opposite, the final bedroom provides an additional twin-over-twin bunk bed along with a double bed. There is also a half bath to service the common living areas.

An internal staircase leads to the ground floor entry and a partially finished storage area, replete with amenities such as beach toys, beach chairs, an umbrella and bicycles. There is a charcoal grille supplied for your family’s bar-b-que master, along with a wooden picnic table just outside for dining al fresco. The upper covered deck provides additional space for appreciating the outdoors, with two seating areas and ceiling fans for your comfort.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. 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 allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect vacation rental experience:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Carolina Beach area. Booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many management companies supply Carolina Beach area visitor guides which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to choose the perfect rental:

• First and foremost, have your family commit to trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. MilRay: Dog-friendly Home Centrally Located in Yaupon Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the property management company before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges could be applied to your agreement.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Have a wonderful stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Record any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to compel future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.