Rusty Anchor OKI - Walk to the Beach, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1100 square feet

NO PET FEES, WALK TO BEACH!! The Rusty Anchor is ready to host your family and pups in 2024! This is a magnificent family & pet home on a peaceful dead-end street - ideal for the kids to play! New deck and completely fenced yard - ideal for the dogs and kids!! This 3 bedroom home sleep 8, with 2 full baths, open concept living, dining, & kitchen, with a garage for your gear. 2 king bedrooms and a central bunk room make this home ideal for 2 families. Up to 3 dogs welcome! High speed wifi and TVs in each room! All linens included and beds made!

Welcome to the Rusty Anchor! This home is ideally located off the Middleton bridge which means simple access to stores, downtown Oak Island, and of course - The Beach! A short, safe walk down the sidewalks will take you directly to the beach where you can spend your days on the sand. Appreciate the many different accesses on Oak Island's 14 miles of south facing beach.

Start your day off with some morning coffee on the front porch, rocking away as you listen to the waves crash. Or have breakfast al-fresco on the enormous deck with patio table and chairs! Grab your beach chairs (up to 8 supplied with 2 beach buggies) and head down to the beach for a day of fun in the sun. Come an go as you please since the home is a short walk to the sand.

After a day in the waves, come home to relax and relax. The well equipped kitchen is a prepare's dream, ideal for preparing meals for the whole family. Or, get ready and hit the town and dine at one of the many eateries on Oak Island or in Southport! The 65" intelligent tv is ready for all your streaming service subscriptions. Tons of board games available for some family fun evenings.

After your day is done, spend the evening around the fire pit toasting marshmallows and hotdogs. You can also savor a game of cornhole in the huge driveway or side yard. The entirely fenced backyard is ideal for the family pets and kids to run and play. Or simply relax and gaze at the stars - very little tree cover helps maximize your viewing opportunities.

Once it's time to retire, choose from one of the 3 bedrooms. The primary suite features a king bed, a sizable desk and a TV with en-suite full bath. The middle bedroom, or bunk room, is ideal for the kids. A 'twin over full' bunk bed and twin bed accepts for ample sleeping space for everybody - tv supplied. The third bedroom features another king bed and TV.

The huge fenced backyard features a deck with shade sail and cafe lights, patio table and chairs, charcoal grille, firepit, and plenty of chairs for some outdoor fun. The garage is ideal to store all your beach equipment and homes the complimentary beach chairs, sand toys, and beach buggies to use during your stay. The driveway is giant - ideal for 4 cars and for the kids to run around and play. The front porch is for some relaxation time, rocking in the chairs and sipping on your favorite drink!

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 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

4 total pets

Our top Cape Fear area vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summer months are high season in the Cape Fear area area. To find the best vacation home for your budget, we suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular Cape Fear area attractions.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The earlier your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Many rental management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitors guides which will include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental 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.

Filter your rental search:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation dates, and select a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Rusty Anchor OKI - Walk to the Beach, Pet Friendly, Fenced Yard! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the host before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is best for your vacation family.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask your host about allowable breeds and types before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Add the property manager's phone number to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make certain that damages aren't linked to your stay, note any problem areas during arrival. Call the rental manager immediately to record any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors disrupting your peace. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your rental home while you are out. Protect your property!
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. 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.
• Did you have a terrific vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.