5 Bedroom 6.5 Bath Duplex, Ocean View, Dog Friendly, Pool, Sleeps 16 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 6 Bedrooms
• 7 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Turtle Creek Unit 1 - 5 Bedroom 6.5 Bath Duplex Home, Ocean View, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Sleeps 16
(102 SE 61st Street, Unit 1)
  
**Please Note:  Rooftop deck is not available for guest use.**
 
Note: This property is a duplex home that rents as individual units (sleeping 16 each) under the separate listings as Turtle Creek Unit 1 and Turtle Creek Unit 2.  Both units can also be rented together as an entire home (sleeping 32 total) - see the separate listing for Turtle Creek Whole House.  This home (units or the entire home) accepts vacation units April 1 to October 1 only.
 
Layout/Bed Configuration for One Duplex Unit (both units are identical, no interior door between):
- Ground Level:  Living Room with 1 Queen sleeper couch; Half Bath ; Dining; Kitchen ; Bedroom 1 - 1 Queen with private bathroom (handi-cap and elderly-friendly with side rails in bathroom shower and a toilet and a high sink) ; Private Pool; Outdoor full bathroom with enclosed shower; Cart garage (one per unit)
- 2nd Level:  Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen with private bathroom; Bedroom 3 - 1 Bunk bed twin over double with twin trundle and private bathroom; Covered porch
- 3rd Level:  Bedroom 4 - 1 Queen with private bathroom; Bedroom 5 - 1 Bunk bed twin over double with twin trundle and private bathroom; Covered porch
 
Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel, and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free Wifi
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking
 
Notable & Unique Features:
- Beach access: at the end of the street on SE 61st St
- Centrally located in the heart of Oak Island
- Within walking distance to many great stores, dining, putt-putt and arcade, and Food Lion grocery store
- Convenient to Publix grocery store, Oak Island Pier, Oak Island Lighthouse, sky diving, helicopter rides, zip-lining, trails, fishing, parks, and even more fun activities
- Shortdrive to historic Southport, ferry rides to Fort Fisher Aquarium/Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and Bald Head Island
- Beds:  3Q, 2BB T/D with T Trundle, 1QSS
- Entertainment: Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming. Basic cable. TVs in all bedrooms.
- Kitchen:  Quartz countertops.  Island breakfast bar.  Stainless-steel appliances.  Fridge with ice maker.  Electric range with cooktop.  Dishwasher.  Microwave.  Air fryer.  Toaster. 
- High-capacity water heater
- Extensive capacity washer/dryer 
- Covered porches accessible from all four 2nd and 3rd-floor bedrooms
- Charcoal grille (not shared with other unit)
- Private in-ground saltwater swimming pool (not shared with other duplex unit)
- Outdoor private bathroom by the pool with enclosed hot/cold shower
- Fenced 
- Outdoor storage
- Boat parking
- Private parking (5 spaces total per unit)
- Dog friendly   

This alluring 3-story duplex home is a dream! Ideal for a beach hideaway for huge groups or multiple families, yet still offers the ultimate privacy. Each unit has 5 bedrooms and 6.5 baths, with every bedroom having a private bathroom, so even though each unit sleeps 16, no one has to wait for the shower. The high-capacity water heater means no cold showers...unless you want one!  Yes, the beach is just a short walk to the end of the street, so you don't have to worry about parking! Also, you can walk to the Food Lion grocery store for a fast trip to get any necessities or supplies. Located in the heart of Oak Island, you will be near everything you could need or want. Each unit also has its pool, charcoal grille, and outdoor full-size bathroom with shower (not shared with the unit next door) - such a rare and welcome find! The design and comfort of this excellent home, plus the location you will experience here, cannot be beaten! Make your reservation today before this island treasure gets taken! It won't last long!
 
**No interior door between duplex units.  Separate entrances.**
 
**Please Note:  Rooftop deck is not available for guest use.**
 
**Exterior Video Monitoring on Premises**

About the Area

Located on a river, 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 Founders Club at St. James Plantation. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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 allowed

Tricks and tips to get the optimal Cape Fear area vacation home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summer time is high season in the Cape Fear area area. To find the best value, consider changing your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can book, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as 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 happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitors guide magazines that include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing the best rental home:

• Start by choosing your a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. 5 Bedroom 6.5 Bath Duplex, Ocean View, Dog Friendly, Pool, Sleeps 16 has 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, contact the host before reserving your home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish which bed configuration is best for your family.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or costs applied to your agreement.

Considerations for your stay:

• Put the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• Upon arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful. Often, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• On check-out day, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a great vacation? Most rental managers make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.