???? The Wooden Whale - Professionally-designed 3br 2ba Oak Island retreat! ???? - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

The Wooden Whale is a 3br/2ba getaway located in the peaceful NW area of calming OKI, and has all the amenities you need to find that place of respite. Comfortably accommodating up to six people (including kids), we think you’ll savor your stay at The Wooden Whale!

Looking for a place to work remotely during these strange times? The Wooden Whale is a great spot to connect for work purposes and then disconnect as well.

**We take cleaning & sanitizing our home very seriously. Our expert cleaning crew abides by all industry standards and practices procedures endorsed by the CDC/WHO.**

Appreciate fast access to one of just two bridges onto the island and beach access points. Two min. drive/10 min. walk to the ocean and an even shorter walk to the Intracoastal Waterway. Oak Island has a paid parking program that charges for the majority of public parking spaces along the beach from April 1 - September 30 between the hours of 9am-5pm. Paid parking passes are purchased at time of use through a mobile app at a rate of $5/hour, $20/day or $80/week. Town of Oak Island public parking spaces are clearly marked and are generally located at public beach access points and town-managed recreation areas such as Middletown Park. Pay by downloading the Surfcast by Otto Connect app and/or by scanning the QR code on parking signage.

The Wooden Whale is our home away from home. We’ve put a lot of time, energy and effort into making it a space that is welcoming, comfortable and well-appointed. The space has been professionally-designed and features an open floor plan with tons of natural light. Unwind under the cooling breezes of ceiling fans (in each room), appreciate a cross-breeze from the full screen front door to the screened in porch off of the kitchen. High-end laminate floor and ceramic tiled floor in wet areas make clean up painless.

The living room features a 55” intelligent TV with access to Netflix & Hulu (bring your login info!). The kitchen is packed full of dishes, cookware, modest appliances and other essentials. We appreciate to prepare and have taken great care to include all the elements needed to create memorable meals. Curious to know if we have a particular item, just ask! There is a separate laundry room and common cleaning supplies available as well.

The Primary bedroom has a King bed, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom with double vanity & garden tub, dresser, bedside tables, quilt/coverlet, and pillows. The Queen bedroom has a Queen bed, dresser, bedside tables, quilt/coverlet, and pillows. The Twin bedroom has two twin beds, dresser, desk/bedside table, quilts/coverlets, and pillows. Both Guest bedrooms have close access to a hallway bath. Please note that sheet sets (including pillow cases) and bath towels are not supplied. We are happy to recommend local rental services if you are interested. Our home comfortably accommodates up to six people (including kids).

The screened in back porch is the ideal place to sip your morning coffee, read a book curled up on the couch or in a hammock chair on a rainy day, or enjoy an evening drink with friends and family. Just outside the porch, you’ll find a patio complete with a dining table and chairs for six, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a fun day at the beach! Plus, enjoy a hammock for two in the cavernous backyard! Outdoor games including cornhole and jenga are available for use as well. And don't forget the freshly-installed in-ground fire pit with accompanying six Adirondack chairs. Great for cooler evenings! A gas grille has been included for guest use.

The real star of the island is the beach itself. It's a short distance by bicycle or car with over 60 public beach access points. No matter the time of the year, your time spent at the beach will be memorable. Our absolute favorite place in the world is “The Point” – the westernmost part of the Island where you can enjoy striking sunsets and calm waters.

We appreciate the western part of the island. It's peaceful but offers quick access to everything that makes OKI special. Take a left out of the driveway to reach the Intracoastal waterway - calm waters ideal for fishing. Take a right and arrive at the beach in less than 10 mins. (walking) or 2 (by car/bicycle)! Lots of enchanting oaks adorn the island and the beaches, well, they speak for themselves.

The Wooden Whale is located very close to the Swain's Cut Bridge (the "new bridge"), one of two access points to the island. There are two grocery stores on the island (Food Lion and Publix on Oak Island Drive) in addition to Lowe's Foods located just across the Middleton bridge. The island is motor and pedestrian-friendly. Oak Island Drive has sidewalks that run it's length and the neighborhood streets are peaceful and calm.

We have two bicycles, beach chairs & umbrellas for you to use, and an impressive rental service to recommend if additional items are needed. Two lounge chairs are also available, although we ask you refrain from taking them to the beach - they are ideal for sunbathing at the home.

Sadly, no family pets are allowed and smoking is stringently prohibited in the home. Please dispose of any cigarette butts outside appropriately. Evidence of neglect in this area will forfeit your security deposit.

We welcome you to our home and hope you adore the Carolina blue skies as much as we do.

Learn more about The Wooden Whale & Oak Island on Instagram/Facebook! @woodenwhaleoki

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 some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Cape Fear area rental property booking tips and tricks:

When to book & When to go:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in the Cape Fear area area. To book the best rental within your budget, we recommend booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Some property managers offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many management companies supply Cape Fear area area travel guide magazines which will include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Select vacation week and maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. ???? The Wooden Whale - Professionally-designed 3br 2ba Oak Island retreat! ???? has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible on booking pages. If not, email or call the property owner before you book the home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or applied to your agreement.
• If there's an individual Cape Fear area beach you simply love, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Advice for a great stay:

• Get the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your stay, make a record of any problem areas upon your arrival. Contact the rental manager right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to drive more reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families 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 host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.