A Great Place to Stay: Cozy, Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Pool - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
1 King | 1 Queen | 2 Twins

All of the best vacations begin with A Great Place to Stay, and you’ve just found it! Located on a peaceful neighborhood street just over half a mile from the nearest public beach access and conveniently close to Swain’s Cut Bridge, this comfortable home offers a private pool and accepts up to two dogs per reservation.

New for 2024! Savor a warm soak on a cool evening with an expanded deck and privacy fence featuring a Dreammaker Comfort 2300L hot tub. This five to six-person hot tub has 23 adjustable jets that target shoulders, back muscles and feet for a massaging hydrotherapy experience. Also, a handy foot wash by the tub steps helps to keep it clean and comfortable for all guests.

Unwind on the front porch as you sip your morning coffee and appreciate the island breeze or take your dog for a leisurely walk on the shaded streets. Just inside the front door, the nautical-themed living room is a cozy place to recoup after a long day on the beach. Two armchairs and a chaise couch provide plenty of seating space to gather around the sizable flat screen TV to cheer on your favorite team or watch a movie together.

The completely supplied eat-in kitchen features a sturdy dining table that seats six and everything you need to prepare the catch of the day. There’s even enough counterspace for more than one chef to work if your haul was particularly impressive!

The master bedroom has a king bed and its own wall-mounted flat screen TV with a DVD player for your entertainment. A recliner and lamp create a peaceful nook for reading or napping. The attached private bath has a cavernous walk-in closet with plenty of storage space and a tub/shower combo.

The second bedroom has a queen bed and is just across from the final bedroom, which has two twin beds. Between these rooms is a full bath with shared hall access and a standard tub/shower combo.

The backyard provides ample outdoor living space and amenities. Entirely fenced, kids and dogs can play worry-complimentary while your group gathers around the fire pit for conversation. Cool off in the above-ground pool, effortlessly accessible from the raised decking just outside your back door. A canopy ensures shaded deck space at any time of day, complete with optional screen walls and a ceiling fan to reinforce the sea breeze. There are lounge chairs for sunbathing and additional dining seating for six if you prefer eating al fresco.

When it’s time to hit the sand, you’re only a short three-min. drive from the nearest public beach access, which can also be reached in less than 15 mins. by foot. And once you’ve returned from the beach, an enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water makes cleaning up to discover island dining options or close by Southport simple and convenient.

Soak in the slower pace of island life and savor time with friends and family. Float beneath Carolina blue skies as you listen to the music of rustling oak leaves. Make memories that last a lifetime during an idyllic vacation at A Great Place to Stay!

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 landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. 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 horse riding and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the best Oak Island rental experience:

Get the best rental value:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Cape Fear area area. To find the largest rental home within your budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers often offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guide magazines which include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Selecting the best rental home:

• Choose vacation dates and max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. A Great Place to Stay: Cozy, Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Pool has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, call the property management company before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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 fees or charges might be applied to your invoice.
• Is your group looking for specific amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Additional considerations:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent many difficulties.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Document any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if there is a dispute.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a terrific time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.