Shellease Cottage-\n4 minute walk to the beach!\nGolf Cart available! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Shellease Cottage, located in the cool shade of impressive oak trees, is the ideal place for your next family vacation. Our screened in porch with an ocean view is so calming for your morning cup of coffee. Our home has 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths and a sizable outside shower. All linens are included. The kitchen is completely supplied and includes an air fryer, crockpot and Keurig! Our home is brand new to the rental market and all linens, furnishings and decor is new as of June 2023.

Our central location is ideal! We are walking distance to all of your favorite spots in Oak Island:

4 min. walk to the beach
3 min. walk to Publix
3 min. walk to Paul’s of Oak Island
5 min. walk to Bar-B-Que House
2 min. golf cart ride to Lil and John’s Sweetreat
3 min. golf cart ride to Pepperoni Grille
2 min. golf cart ride to Sunset Slush
2 min. golf cart ride to Little Bit’s Grille
5 min. golf cart ride to KoKo Cabana
3 min. golf cart ride to Food lion

There is a 6-seater golf cart available for rent which has a residents parking pass that will save you an additional $20 a day in parking costs that the city of Oak Island has implemented this summer.

Primary bedroom has a king-sized bed, ceiling fan, dresser, intelligent TV, and a jack and jill bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower.

2nd bedroom: this bedroom has a queen sized bed, dresser, intelligent TV and 2 bags holders in the closet.

3rd bedroom: this room has Queen over Queen bunk beds, a dresser, intelligent TV and containers under the bed with linens for a queen air bed.

Living room: shared open space with the kitchen and dining area with an ocean view from the kitchen table! It has a ceiling fan and intelligent TV. The wicker chest holds the queen air bed.

Kitchen: the kitchen is entirely outfitted including a microwave, Keurig, crock pot, air fryer, toaster and hand mixer. Along with dishes and silverware, there are grille accessories, s’mores sticks and cookware. Basic spices are in the spice rack.

Laundry: washer and dryer are available for use.

Outside: our screened in front porch has an ocean view with a swing, couch & 2 chairs conversation set and a high table with 2 chairs that are ideal for appreciating the ocean view with your morning coffee. Under the home, you will find another seating area with comfortable string lights overhead, a fan and a grille. We have a cavernous backyard with a fire pit (with wood supplied), 6 chairs around the fire pit, corn hole and other games and 2 hammocks. In the golf cart storage area, there are beach chairs, beach toys, wagon and umbrellas for your use.
Other things to note
For use of the golf cart you will need to show proof of car insurance and must sign the golf cart liability form prior to check in.

Coming Fall of 2023: outdoor stainless steel sink with fish cleaning station!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this cottage 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 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best Oak Island vacation rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Cape Fear area area. Booking your Cape Fear area vacation home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is a great way to save money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. 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 friends and family at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area travel guide magazines which include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental 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.

Planning and choosing your prefectrental:

• Begin by choosing potential vacation weeks and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Shellease Cottage-\n4 minute walk to the beach!\nGolf Cart available! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property owner before you book the rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or charges could be applied to your agreement.
• If there's a particular Cape Fear area attraction you are crazy about, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

More tips for your visit:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• At Check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't forget anything. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to propel more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.