Modern Family Retreat: Hot Tub & Fire Pit - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1402 square feet

Summary:
BookSmart Properties presents: Cub's Cottage! This gorgeous Oak Island home is only half a mile from the beach & is ideal for your family's vacation! The interior is completely refreshed, offering a shining & modern kitchen, a welcoming living room, & airy bedrooms tailored for coastal comfort. Don't miss out on a ideal evening in the freshly remodeled fenced backyard, which stars a fire pit, hot tub, corn hole boards, and palm trees. Plan your stay in Oak Island with your family at Cub's Cottage!

The Space:
BookSmart Properties presents: Cub's Cottage! This Oak Island home is only half a mile from the beach and is ideally detailed from the outside in. The interior is entirely updated with modern appliances, decor, and furnishings. Step in the door of Cub's Cottage and you are greeted with a comfortable living room where your family will appreciate curling up with a good book, or watching a movie in the evenings.

The open concept flows seamlessly from the living room to the dining & kitchen area. The dining table seats 7, with 2 additional barstools behind it. Light streams in from the porch doors, through which you will find an outdoor dining table to savor al fresco meals on the deck! The kitchen is shining with modern appliances, and the chef in your family has plenty of space and equipment to prep delicious food throughout your stay.

The master king suite is located just off the kitchen & features a private full bath, equipped with a handsome shower and double vanities! The queen room and bunk room are found off the living room and share a full hall bath.

If the interior wasn't impressive enough, step outside and head down the steps to the backyard getaway. Recently updated to include a firepit & seating, a hot tub, an outdoor shower, corn hole boards, and yard space, you won't want to skip an evening outdoors under the stars.

The home is also located within 5 mins. of a variety of Oak Island's stores, eateries, and other attractions. Plan your stay at Cub's Cottage and begin taking advantage of all Oak Island has to offer!

Main Level:
- Modern & fully supplied kitchen
- Living area
- King bedroom full ensuite
- Queen bedroom
- Bunk bedroom w/ twin over double & twin
- Full hall bath
- Laundry
- Deck access & outdoor seating/dining

Exterior:
- Enormous carport w/ picnic table
- Outdoor seating & dining from decks
- Hot tub
- Outdoor shower
- Fire pit
- Corn hole
- Fenced backyard

Guest Access:
Detailed check-in instructions and a unique access code will be supplied prior to arrival.

**Per HOA guidelines and local laws, the guests making the reservation must be at least 23 years old and be present during the entire duration of the stay. For non-family groups, all guests must be over the age of 23. If this rule or the home occupancy limit is breached, guests may be subject to fines or eviction.**

Up to 2 family pets are welcome for a fee of $150.

The Neighborhood:
- 10 min walk/3 min drive to beach access
- 3 min drive to Publix
- 2 min drive to Middleton Park
- 3 min drive to Oak Island Nature Center
- 4 min drive to coffee stores, ice cream stores, and other eateries

Getting Around:
The exact property address and home details will be sent to you with the check in instructions so you can effortlessly plan your travels.

Other Things to Note:
Payment schedule: 50% at time of booking, 50% or remaining balance due 30 days before arrival.

The following violations may be subject to fines of up to $150: unregistered pets, late departure without approval by host, & home left excessively messy.

High speed Wifi is an luxury that is included at the property but we cannot guarantee functionality for issues that are beyond our control. Potential Wifi outages will always be handled in a timely manner and resolved to the best of our ability. Unfortunately it is not guaranteed that our solutions will fix the issue and refunds will not be given for Wifi malfunctions.

Interaction with Guests:
I am here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. I’m only a phone call/message away. You will be able to self check-in upon arrival.

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 Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: Charge may apply

Strategies to get the very best rental experience:

Get the most from your budget:

• Summer months are high season in Oak Island. Book your rental property in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guides contain offers and deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Planning and picking the best Carolina Beach vacation home:

• Choose your vacation dates and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Modern Family Retreat: Hot Tub & Fire Pit has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the host before you reserve your rental. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, hosts charge additional pet fees.

More tips for your stay:

• Put the host's information in your smartphone.
• Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.