Oceanview with Private Pool & Elevator, Steps from the Beach. High Maintenance - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Meet your home away from home on Oak Island! This fantastic 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home has everything you need for a fun and calming North Carolina beach vacation. Highlights of “High Maintenance” include a massive private pool area with an outdoor bath, an elevator from the ground floor, and ocean vistas from the top level. It's also conveniently located on E Dolphin Drive — only steps from the beach, the Ocean Crest Pier, and Middleton Park.

Upon entering the main level, you'll be welcomed into the roomy open floor plan at this property! The living space features a 48" flatscreen TV with a DVD player, ample seating including a reclining chair, and a gas fireplace. The well-appointed kitchen features a 2-level center island with double sink and bar seating, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, plenty of cabinet space, and is completely equipped with all the supplies you'll need to prepare a home-cooked meal. The dining area completes this space and has seating for 6.

Right down the hallway, you'll find the opulent master suite purposefully designed to be the ideal getaway to rest and relax after a day exploring the island! It has a comfortable king-size bed, 55" flatscreen TV, and 2 walk-in closets. The lavish ensuite bathroom features a sizable tile shower and a whirlpool tub. There's also a 2nd bedroom on this level with a twin trundle bed that's great for the youngsters.

Upstairs features a 2nd living area featuring a 50" flatscreen TV, wet bar with a mini-refrigerator, an air hockey table, and a cavernous bathroom with a tub/shower combination! There is 1 king bedroom and 2 queen bedrooms on this floor; each with 43" flatscreen TVs, roomy closets, and ceiling fans. This level is finished by 2 balconies, one overlooking the ocean vistas and another that will give you a birds-eye view of the pool in the backyard.

Speaking of the backyard, this is the ultimate outdoor sanctuary to appreciate the oceanside breezes and sunshine! There's a massive in-ground pool with many lounge chairs for sunbathing or reading your favorite book, a deck with a covered area, and an outside bath. For those who appreciate grilling, you'll also find an outdoor grille available.

Like we mentioned above, this OKI vacation rental comes complete with an elevator for those who may have difficulty with stairs or to assist with moving your belongings in and out of the home. There are too many other amenities to add, including wireless internet access should you need to stay connected during your time here.

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear units during your stay! You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more! The choice is yours! For this home you are eligible for up to $315.00 credit on any beach gear! Book now to reserve your gear today!

Please Note: Linens are supplied with your reservation and contain the following: flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.

We know you want to begin your vacation without any stops at the store when you get to the island. To get you started, we provide a welcome kit that includes trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher pod, washing machine pod, dishwashing soap, hand soap at every sink, bath soap, and shampoo/conditioner.

As you will find when selecting dates on the calendar, there are minimum stay requirements based on the season. There is a 7 nighttime minimum with a mandatory Saturday to Saturday rental pattern in the peak summer months, and there is more flexibility in the slower seasons. You can find a chart of our seasons and minimum stay requirements on our FAQ page, and please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Traveling with kids? Consider 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 very best vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Carolina Beach area. Booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guide magazines have deals for local shops and restaurants.

Make a plan and choose the bestrental home:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation week, and select a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration you need. Oceanview with Private Pool & Elevator, Steps from the Beach. High Maintenance has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is commonly available on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property owner before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges might be applied to your contract.

Additional considerations:

• Add the owner's contact information to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• During check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental while you are out. Protect your property!
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to stimulate more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families 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 had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.