Dog Friendly Recently Updated Coastal Cottage - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

Knot so Crabby - Totally Redecorated Oak Island Beach Rental - Dogs Accepted 

Accepts Short Stays

3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom / Sleeps 8-9

Once you arrive in the treelined neighborhood - comfortably accessed by the Middleton bridge on the south end of Oak Island - you will definitely knot be feeling crabby at all! This comfortable island home was just lovingly redecorated and refurnished in modern farmhouse style.  The sweeping ceiling and openness of the great room is a ideal family gathering spot after a hot day at the beach. The efficient kitchen offers everything you need for cooking meals at home, including a roomy pantry for your groceries. The back yard is ready to welcome your furry friend and make him feel right at home. Appreciate a calming indoor-outdoor lifestyle in the screened in porch in the back yard where you can hear the birds and appreciate the gentle salt sea breezes of this delightful Oak Island beach rental. The back yard porch is sure to become your favorite room in the home; bring a book to curl up with!

Ground Level: This is a one story single family home.
Private drive accommodates 4 cars, size dependent. No restrictions on boat trailers. 6 steps up to enter the home at front porch. Rocking chairs, solar yard lighting, outdoor hot shower, covered propane grille, back yard fire pit with 6 Adirondack polywood chairs, string lights, backyard sun deck with picnic table, back yard screened in porch.
Screen Porch: all weather rattan seating, ceiling fan.
Living Room: queen size couch sleeper, loveseat, soft side chair, credenza with wall mounted sizable screen Intelligent TV, ceiling fan.
Dining Room: dining table seating 4, breakfast table seating 2, sliding doors to screened in porch.
Kitchen: bar counter seating for 3, stainless refrigerator freezer, dishwasher, electric range with double oven, microwave.
Bedroom: Queen bed, traditional wood furnishings-chest of drawers, wall mounted Intelligent TV, ceiling fan.
Shared Hallway Bath: Bathtub and shower with hand held spray wand faucet, toilet, single solid-surface vanity.
Bedroom: Full bed with full trundle, wall mount Intelligent TV, Papasan chair, nightstands with nightlight and phone chargers, ceiling fan.
Laundry Room: washer-dryer, lightweight vacuum.
Primary Bedroom Suite: queen bed with panel headboard, 2 chest of drawers, wall mounted Intelligent TV, ceiling fan, ensuite bath.
Primary Ensuite Bath: garden tub, shower stall with rain faucet, single solid-surface vanity, makeup mirror

Parking: 4-6 cars, size dependent. Boat trailers allowed.

Linens: Linens will be wrapped in sanitary packaging and laying on the bedspread

Rental Policies:
In response to increased incidence of credit card fraud, a valid government photo ID will be required for every reservation. A signed rental agreement is required: accepting House Rules on any online travel agency requires reading and acceptance of our rental agreement.

Arrival/Departure:
Summer Check-Ins (June-August) begin at 4pm and are guaranteed by 6pm
Off Season Check-Ins begin at 3pm and are guaranteed by 5pm
Check Out is by 10 am.
We adhere to this policy so please do not arrive early or plan to delay your departure.

Guest Access
*Electronic entry. You will be supplied a code before check in.

House Rules:
No events such as weddings, bachelor/bachelorette events, sororities/fraternities
No Smoking

Pet Policy: Dogs Only allowed, no other family pets. Pet Fee for first dog is included. If you would like to bring a second dog, it is allowed with additional fee.

Cancellation Policy:
- Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking
- After 48 hours of booking and more than 60 days out from arrival, a full refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee
- After 48 hours of booking and within 60 days of arrival, there will be no refund processed unless the dates are re-rented. If premises are re-rented, a refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee.

Things To Do:
Oak Island is known for its golden sand beaches, calming blue waters, friendly community, and close proximity to the cities of Southport, Wilmington, and Myrtle Beach. There are many cute island coffee stores, stores, breweries, and a park that showcases a splash-pad for summer fun! With a handsome Golf Club open to summer travelers and over 100 public water access points, there is an abundance of all things adventurous to do on Oak Island! 

If you'd like to keep your exercise routine going while on vacation, you can get an out-of-town Gym pass at Oak Island Recreation Center. Utilize the Rec Center's ample parking, put in at the Kayak ramp and spend hours kayaking our gorgeous marshes.  Sit on the lawn and savor a nighttime off cooking at our Weekly Friday nighttime "Summer Concert In The Park" with a couple of local food truck options at this family centric Live Music event. Beach Day takes place in Oak Island on the Friday prior to July 4th and features all day activities followed by fireworks on the island that evening.

Visit Historic Southport, a seafaring town just five miles from our island, for a bigger nightlife. Southport, at the confluence of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, features a variety of different eateries, bars, live music and shopping. It is one of our favorite places to walk around and check out different food and live music on the weekends. There are complimentary parking options all over town, and you can effortlessly walk to dozens of places while appreciating the breeze from the riverfront and admiring historic homes and general store buildings that date back to the early 1800s. Southport's State Fourth of July Festival is a three-day street fair with artists from all over the state, vendors, and food. It is really like being in an Andy Griffith episode with the parade and enormous finale fireworks show over the river front in Southport.
We look forward to your visit!

About the Area

Located by the sea, Dog Friendly Recently Updated Coastal Cottage is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. 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 water skiing 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

Pet Policy

Note from host: Dogs Only unless otherwise detailed in listing.

Cape Fear area vacation rental home tips:

Money saving strategies:

• Summer time is high season in Oak Island. Booking your vacation rental in Fall or Spring months is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers often offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines contain coupons for local accommodations and attractions.

Selecting and booking a perfect Cape Fear area rental:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your vacation week, and choose a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. Dog Friendly Recently Updated Coastal Cottage has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible online. Otherwise, contact the property owner before you reserve your home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Know before you go:

• Add the property manager's information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Upon check-in, note any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to compel new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.