Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1 King, 1 Queen, twin bunk beds, and Queen air bed

If you’re looking for a family and pet-friendly escape with the best of both worlds, you’ll appreciate our comfortable home by the ICW! Take a short 2-min. drive to the beach or a fast walk to the boat pier. The storage shed has two single kayaks available for use and there is a boat ramp within walking distance.

Upon entering the home you’ll be greeted with an open living/dining area with a intelligent TV so that you can access any streaming service. WiFi is available throughout the home. The kitchen has room for up to 8 with a table and barstools, granite countertops, and a entirely equipped kitchen (Keurig, blender, pots and pans, crockpot, and even sippy cups). Both the master and queen bedrooms have intelligent tvs with access to login to your favorite streaming services. The master bathroom has a sizable shower and the hall bathroom has a bathtub/shower combo.

Head into the backyard to appreciate the fire pit on cool nights, while the kids play in the fenced-in yard, or savor time grilling on the charcoal grille on the deck. Rinse off from a sandy beach day in the shower in the backyard.

The front porch is ideal for sipping your morning coffee or sharing a meal together. There are two ceiling fans to keep cool in the shade.

Oak Island has impressive local eateries, coffee stores, shopping, and a enormous local park with a splash ground, full-court basketball, tennis, community center, and play area. Take a drive to the Oak Island Lighthouse, or to close by Southport for shopping, and seafood, or to take the ferry to Kure Beach and the Fort Fisher Aquarium.

You will appreciate all that Old North State of Mind and Oak Island have to offer!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and water skiing adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tips and Tricks to get the perfect rental home experience:

Sticking to a budget:

• To find the best value, change your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. 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, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Many rental management companies supply Cape Fear area area travel guides which will include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select a designated group leader, select your vacation dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking pages. If not, email the property management company before you book your home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is bringing pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly property. Get details on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

Tips for your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Make a record of any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Re-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. 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 excellent stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.