NEW Oak Island Bungalow, 2 mins to beach, fenced yard, 2 screened porches! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1419 square feet

Feel the beauty of Oak Island in comfort with your stay at Brightside Bungalow. This roomy single-level beach home is located on a peaceful street with painless access to uncrowded beaches, the historic intracoastal waterway, and the mainland via N.C. 906. Reach the beach with a brief 2-min. drive or 15-min. walk, or bring your bicycles to savor the spectacular commute. You’ll have plenty of room to rest and relax in this welcoming beach getaway featuring 1 king, 1 queen, and 2 bunk beds.

Whether you’re spending a leisurely day at the beach or hiking the Environmental Overlook Trails, Brightside Bungalow will welcome you home with its warm bohemian decor and modern amenities. Constructed in 2017, the home underwent a complete interior remodel in 2022. Featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, an outdoor shower, 2 screened porches, a fenced yard with fire pit and plenty of private space for you and your family to appreciate, you’re sure to fall in appreciate with this exceptional beach heaven.

You'll have simple access when you arrive using a door code supplied prior to your stay. Free private parking is supplied in the ample horseshoe driveway. The entire home and yard is yours to use, aside from a modest linen closet and outside storage space that are reserved for the home manager.

Be sure to bring beach towels and gear as they are not at the home. We also have referrals to places you can rent gear from if needed.

We'll leave a coffee pod for a full pot of coffee your first morning after the travels in. Also at the home is plenty of hand soap, paper towels, trash bags, etc. Please let us know in advance if there are any items we can help with to ensure your stay is enchanting!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Caswell Beach and Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include 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

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Carolina Beach rental experience:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• Summer is high season in the Carolina Beach area. Reserve your Carolina Beach vacation home in Fall or Spring months to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked early. Booking your rental 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Often, property management companies supply Carolina Beach area visitors guide magazines that include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and choosing the bestvacation home:

• First, have your group commit to dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. NEW Oak Island Bungalow, 2 mins to beach, fenced yard, 2 screened porches! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is generally available online. If not, call the property owner before booking the rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach destination you long to visit, look for homes that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or costs applied to your invoice.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Document any issues with the rental during 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 there is a dispute.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and look for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to propel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation home. 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 reasonably to fix it.