A Swell Life: Modern, Coastal Cool Home with Private Pool - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Double | 1 Twin | 1 Queen Sleeper Couch

Enter a world filled with bliss planted in the middle of an island heaven. Enter A Swell Life and vacation like you’ve never vacationed before. This home welcomes you and your two canines to frolic by the sea and soak up the sun. Utilize the bicycles and take the five-min. ride to the beach. Need a change of scenery? No worries! The Intracoastal Waterways is only a two-min. bicycle ride away. When you want a break from the salty sea, appreciate a seasonal private pool and play some water games with your appreciated ones.

Walk into the living room and experience an aura that only this home can provide. Furnished with a sectional, mounted T.V. and two additional chairs, this area is ideal for family time and calming after an adventurous day on the island. Watch your favorite show on the big screen with appreciated ones and savor each other’s company.

Flowing from the living room is a dining area that seats six. Spend quality time here and feast as a unit as you discuss upcoming plans for the day. The kitchen is the ideal area for the family chef. Cook your favorite dish on the cavernous counter with a range top stove. There is plenty of space to prepare your meal while your family awaits your favorite coastal dish. On the opposite side of the counter are three seats so you can view the chef in action. With its stainless-steel appliances and white cabinetry, this room is modern and vibrant. Beside the kitchen is the laundry area.

The master bedroom is located to the left of the living room and has a king bed, two nightstands, a mounted TV and an abundance of natural lighting. This first room also has a bathroom with a Jack and Jill sink, a walk-in shower and a sizeable closet for all of your suitcases. The second bedroom is to the right of the living room down the hall and has a twin bed and a double bed, a dresser, a T.V. and impressive décor on the wall. Next to this bedroom is the second bathroom. The third bedroom is stationed beside the bathroom and is supplied with a queen bed, two nightstands, a mounted TV, a dresser and an exit to the deck.

To get to the lower level of this home, you must enter from outside. The first floor is furnished with a queen sleeper couch, a mounted TV, a refrigerator, a bar and a half bath.

There is a golf cart complete with a Town of Oak Island parking permit available for an additional fee of $475 per week to help you discover everything the island has to offer. Sit out on the handsome deck and watch the kids and Fido play in the fenced yard. Play a friendly competition of board games and gain bragging rights. Maximize your vacation now and book your next stay at A Swell Life.

This vacation rental welcomes up to one well-behaved and home-trained dog, weighing 40 pounds or less, per reservation year-round. For the courtesy of all our guests, our House Rules are that dog is not allowed on the furnishings or beds, must be flea and tick complimentary, and is healthy and up to date on shots. Dog is not allowed in swimming pool and must be nonaggressive and friendly (as service personnel may be onsite for lawncare/pool cleaning/exterminator/etc). We know your dog is part of your family and want them to feel welcome too, but also want all guests to enjoy the clean and comfortable feeling of our home!

Guests should note that an additional pool heating fee is required for each day a guest requests pool heating. Guest must request the pool heating and pay the fee by calling the OIA office during normal business hours at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Pool heating is only available when temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit and warmer.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips to get the very best Cape Fear area vacation property experience:

When to book a Cape Fear area rental home & When to go:

• June, July, and August are high season in the Cape Fear area area. Reserve your Cape Fear area vacation in the Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitors guide magazines which include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• First, have your group commit to a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. A Swell Life: Modern, Coastal Cool Home with Private Pool has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before you book the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is right for your trip.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some don't. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask your host about pets before booking.

Tips to have a terrific stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home.
• During check-in, note any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few problems.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a terrific stay? Many rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.