4BR\/2BA Home - 2nd Row, Ocean Views, Walk to Beach, Firepit Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 5 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Pastime- 4 Bedroom 2 Bath, 2nd Row with Ocean Vistas, Sleeps 8

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) included per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features:
- Located on the highly sought after west end of Oak Island
- Spectacular sunrise & sunset vistas
- Public beach access across the street and 3 homes to the left
- Convenient to Bluewater Point Marina/Boat Ramp, The Fish House Restaurant, Beach Pantry Store, great stores, more dining, Oak Island Golf Couse, putt-putt, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, trails, fishing, and other fun activities
- Short 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Beds: 2Q, 1D, 2T
- Entertainment: Flat screen TVs. Basic cable. DVD Player with DVDs. Games.
- Kitchen: Stainless-steel appliances. Blender. Crockpot. Toaster. Toaster Oven. Keurig Coffee Maker. Dishwasher. Microwave. Range with Cooktop. Breakfast Bar.
- Open Concept Living, Dining & Kitchen Area
- Ceiling Fans
- Luxury Plank Flooring Throughout (Except Tile in Bathrooms)
- Desk Space in Twin Bedroom
- Oceanside Covered Porch with Rocking Chairs
- Sun Deck on Back of Home
- Plenty of Outdoor Seating
- Keyless Entry
- Stairway Entrance
- Outdoor Double-Seater Swing Under House
- Laundry Area Under House with Separate Keyless Entry
- Hot/Cold Outside Shower
- Park-style Charcoal Grille
- Fire Pit in Back Yard
- Private/Covered Parking
- No Animals Accepted

Pastime- Perfectly named, this cozy and comfortable 2nd row beach bungalow will have you appreciating simpler times while making new memories during your stay at Oak Island, where the pace of life is already slow and calm. This appealing home adds greatly to that slow and calm feeling, offering you a chance to step back in time, but also has the modern amenities you are used to enjoying. Full of character and well maintained by caring owners, this striking home uniquely joins some antique styles with some modern styles, giving a nostalgic feel of the good times in days gone by. As soon as you walk through the door, you feel right at home. There are 2 bedrooms on each side of the central, open concept living/dining/kitchen area, with a shared bathroom between each of the 2 bedrooms. It's the ideal layout for two separate families, but can also be great for a group of friends getting together. Plenty of space in the common areas accepts for everybody to gather together and be part of the conversation. Outside, you can savor listening to the waves roll onto the shore in one of the rocking chairs on the covered oceanside porch, lounge out by the fire pit in the back yard catching up on old times, or curl up with a good book in the outdoor swing. This home is near everything you want and need from necessities to fun! If you are ready to get away from the stresses of every day life and get back to a simpler place and time, Pastime is the ideal place. This impressive bungalow just reels you in and will have you coming back to this favorite spot year after year!

** This property can fit 6 cars **

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is near the beach. 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. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Cape Fear area area. To find the best value, try changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, property management companies supply Cape Fear area area travel guides which will include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, picking, and booking the perfectrental:

• Choose your vacation dates and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. 4BR\/2BA Home - 2nd Row, Ocean Views, Walk to Beach, Firepit Sleeps 8 has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is almost always accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property owner before you reserve your rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You'll need to work out what is optimal for your trip.
• Some properties allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.
• Visiting for a single event? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Some things to know before you go:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your . Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, stereo or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during check in. E-mail the property manager right away to report any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your quiet neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a terrific time? Many rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.