Sweet Retreat: 5 Bed/3 Bath Oceanfront Home with Private Walkway to the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2040 square feet

5 Bedrooms | 3 Baths
1 King | 3 Queens | 2 Twins | 1 Trundle Daybed (in Florida room that can also be used as an office).

Five TVs with basic cable, DVD/VHS combo, unlimited long-distance calling, wireless internet access. Two covered porches, private boardwalk to the beach with rinse off and a dune top deck with bench seating, charming vistas of sunrises and sunsets, outside shower with hot and cold water. Nicely decorated with tile, carpets and ceiling fans.

Pictured hot tub is not available for guest use.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

• Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

When to go & When to reserve a Oak Island rental home:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Oak Island. To find the best value, try shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Select your dates and spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Sweet Retreat: 5 Bed/3 Bath Oceanfront Home with Private Walkway to the Beach has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property manager before reserving your home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? If so, use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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 rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges could be applied to your invoice.

Some things to know before you go:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Record any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.