3BR\/2BA Home - Close to Beach, Golf, Shops, Dining, Fun, Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

Tranquil Times - 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home, Sleeps 8

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel, and washcloth) included per the capacity of the home
- Entirely equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features: 
- Beach Access: make a right onto E Oak Island Dr & a right onto SE 40th St
- Located in the calming Oak Island wooded area in a peaceful and secluded residential circle with no other rental homes, a very private area
- Relaxing walk to the beach through an environmental overlook nature trail - close to the Environmental Trail (a crossover with handsome wooded trail and two crossover bridges to appreciate the marsh and bird watching - no busy streets for the walk to the beach access and no need to cross the main road, Oak Island Drive).  
- Public Kayak Launch on 31st Street
- Convenient to great stores, eateries, Ocean Crest and Oak Island Piers, Blue Water Point Boat Ramp and Lonerider Restaurant, Oak Island Golf Course, Oak Island Lighthouse, putt-putt with  arcade, skydiving, helicopter rides, fishing, and many more fun activities
- Short drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Beds: 2K, 2BB T/T
- Entertainment:  Flat-screen Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming.  
- Kitchen: A breakfast bar.  Stainless-steel appliances.  Marble countertops.  Fridge.  Range and induction cooktop.  Dishwasher.  Microwave.  Griddle.  Keurig coffee maker.  Toaster. Toaster oven.
- Beach Supplies Supplied by Owner:  Beach cart.  Beach chairs.
- LVP floor throughout
- Electric fireplace
- Wrap-around deck
- Elderly friendly (only five steps to entrance)
- Keyless entry
- Charcoal grille
- Fire pit
- Private parking
- Boat parking
- Dog friendly 

If you are ready to sit back, relax and savor the tranquility of nature and the beach, this is the sweet spot!  This comfortable and cozy home offers all that and more!  Located in the peaceful and relaxing surroundings of the Oak Island wooded area, known for its twisty oak trees that give the island its name, you can soon find yourself calming on the wrap-around deck shaded by those gorgeous trees and appreciating the sounds of nature as you grille out your fresh catch from a relaxing day of fishing on the sandy shores or out on your boat.  Bluewater Point Boat Ramp is also only a few min. drive away to launch your boat onto the Intracoastal Waterway for a fun-filled day out on the water.  Bring or rent some kayaks and launch them at the 31st Street Public Kayak Launch just a few blocks away and discover the canals that meander off the waterway.  If the beach is calling you to dig your toes into the sand, it is only a short drive away as well.  If you feel like a little more action, there is so much to do and see in Oak Island and surrounding towns.  Everything you need and want is only a short drive away from necessities to fun.  So, if you've had enough of the craziness of everyday life and need a little rejuvenation and refreshment, make Tranquil Times your favorite beach spot.  There are lasting memories to be made here, so make your reservation before this sweet spot gets taken! 

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. 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, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the best rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. Book your Wilmington, NC vacation in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Many property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which will include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• First, have your family agree to trip dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. 3BR\/2BA Home - Close to Beach, Golf, Shops, Dining, Fun, Sleeps 8 has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before booking the home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If there's a certain Wilmington, NC beach you love, search for properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Do your family pets travel with you? 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. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or costs might be applied to your agreement.

More tips for your visit:

• Get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few issues.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great feedback to compel more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.