4BR/3.5BA House, 2nd Row with Water Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

West with the Nighttime (formerly Miss Rumphius by the Sea) - 4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath House, 2nd Row with spectacular vistas including Intercoastal, Bald Head, Cape Fear River and Oak Island lighthouse. Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free Wifi
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features:
- NEMA 14-50 car charging support
- Expansive vistas of the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, Oak Island Lighthouse and more!
- Beach access only three homes away
- Oak Island Golf Course and Fort Caswell Civil War fort are just a short drive down the street 
- Convenient to great stores, eateries, grocery stores, Oak Island Fishing Pier, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, and other 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, 2Q, 1BB T/T/T 
- Entertainment:  Flat-screen Intelligent TVs.  Puzzles.  Books.
- Kitchen:  Granite countertops.  Breakfast bar.  Stainless-steel appliances.  Fridge with ice maker.  Gas cooktop.  Double oven (1 convection).  Dishwasher.  Constructed-in microwave.  Crockpot.  Griddle.  Toaster oven.  Toaster.  Keurig coffee maker. 
- Tile, wood and carpet floor
- Private master suite
- 2nd living area with mini-refrigerator and direct porch access  
- Elderly friendly (elevator, walk-in showers)
- Tankless water heater
- Gas grille
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Fenced backyard 
- Private parking (6 spaces total - 2 covered, 4 uncovered)
- Boat parking
- Dog friendly

This striking home will soon become your favorite getaway because the vistas here are astounding!  Located in the very relaxing and highly sought-after Caswell Beach area, you will be surrounded in natural beauty and wildlife.  From any of the comfortable covered porches, you an savor your morning coffee and experience the serenity of the Intracoastal Waterway from the back of the home or pretty Atlantic Ocean vistas on the front of the home.  Vistas to be adored from every direction, even a view of the Oak Island Lighthouse just down the street!  Not to mention, your beach access is only three homes away!  This home is one of the most beautiful on Oak Island and Caswell Beach, as during the filming of Boys of Summer, a certain lead actor was in residence here.

Inside, you will adore the reverse floor plan with an open concept great room, formal dining area, and kitchen on the top floor, boasting sizable windows to maximize those broad vistas.  The top floor also features a generous size master bedroom with bespoke constructed-in work desk and enormous walk-in closet, roomy en suite bathroom with double vanity and a no threshold bespoke tile walk-in shower with bench, a half bath just off the great room, and a laundry area with sink.  The chef in the family will appreciate the gourmet kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, convection oven, gas cooktop, dishwasher and more!

Downstairs, you will find a second and rather calming living area with a mini-refrigerator and direct access to one of many covered porches.  Also on this level are three guest bedrooms.  A king bedroom and a queen bedroom share a jack and jill bathroom, and the final bedroom is ideal for modest families or a group of kiddos featuring a triple twin bunk bed and a queen bed.  This final bedroom also has its own en suite bathroom.  

Outside , you can know the kids are safe playing in the huge fenced backyard.  Feel complimentary to wash all the sand away from a fun-filled day at the beach in the enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower.  As evening approaches, you can grille out your fresh catch on the gas grille for the best local seafood you've ever tasted.  

In the spirit of Beryl Markham the great female aviator, whose memoir is West with the Nighttime, come and create your adventures at this exceptional beach home.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Kure Beach and Carolina Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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

Strategies to get the perfect vacation property experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Book your Wilmington, NC vacation in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Owners sometimes offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides contain coupons for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select vacation week and maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. 4BR/3.5BA House, 2nd Row with Water Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11 has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before you book the rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to determine what is right for your vacation.
• 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 rental agreement! Extra fees or costs could be applied to your invoice.
• Is your family looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents many issues.
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
• Upon check-in, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible source for finding the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• 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! Property owners rely on great reviews to inspire new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.