A Swell Life: Modern, Coastal Cool Home with Private Pool - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Double | 1 Twin | 1 Queen Sleeper Couch

Enter a world filled with bliss planted in the middle of an island heaven. Enter A Swell Life and vacation like you’ve never vacationed before. This home welcomes you and your two canines to frolic by the sea and soak up the sun. Utilize the bicycles and take the five-min. ride to the beach. Need a change of scenery? No worries! The Intracoastal Waterways is only a two-min. bicycle ride away. When you want a break from the salty sea, savor a seasonal private pool and play some water games with your adored ones.

Walk into the living room and experience an aura that only this home can provide. Furnished with a sectional, mounted T.V. and two additional chairs, this area is ideal for family time and calming after an adventurous day on the island. Watch your favorite show on the big screen with appreciated ones and appreciate each other’s company.

Flowing from the living room is a dining area that seats six. Spend quality time here and feast as a unit as you discuss upcoming plans for the day. The kitchen is the ideal area for the family chef. Cook your favorite dish on the roomy counter with a range top stove. There is plenty of space to prepare your meal while your family awaits your favorite coastal dish. On the opposite side of the counter are three seats so you can view the chef in action. With its stainless-steel appliances and white cabinetry, this room is modern and vibrant. Beside the kitchen is the laundry area.

The master bedroom is located to the left of the living room and has a king bed, two nightstands, a mounted T.V. and an abundance of natural lighting. This first room also has a bathroom with a Jack and Jill sink, a walk-in shower and a sizeable closet for all of your bags. The second bedroom is to the right of the living room down the hall and has a twin bed and a double bed, a dresser, a TV and impressive décor on the wall. Next to this bedroom is the second bathroom. The third bedroom is stationed beside the bathroom and is supplied with a queen bed, two nightstands, a mounted TV, a dresser and an exit to the deck.

To get to the lower level of this home, you must enter from outside. The first floor is furnished with a queen sleeper couch, a mounted TV, a refrigerator, a bar and a half bath.

There is a golf cart complete with a Town of Oak Island parking permit available for an additional fee of $475 per week to help you discover everything the island has to offer. Sit out on the pretty deck and watch the kids and Fido play in the fenced yard. Play a friendly competition of board games and gain bragging rights. Maximize your vacation now and book your next stay at A Swell Life.

Guests should note that an additional pool heating fee is required for each day a guest requests pool heating. Guest must request the pool heating and pay the fee by calling the OIA office during normal business hours at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Pool heating is only available when temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit and warmer.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Caswell Beach and Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Finding the best Oak Island vacation rental experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Summer time is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the best value, try shifting your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warm temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property management companies often offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines that include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose and book the right Wilmington, NC rental home:

• First and foremost, have your group choose date ranges and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family needs. A Swell Life: Modern, Coastal Cool Home with Private Pool has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available online. If you don't see them listed, call the property management company before booking the home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is right for your vacation group.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC beach you long to visit, search for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Some properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the host about allowable breeds and types before booking.

More considerations:

• Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, note any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect your property!
• Just before checking out, take a walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on great ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.