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

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 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 one dog 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, appreciate a seasonal private pool and play some water games with your appreciated ones.

Walk into the living room and experience an aura that only this home can provide. Furnished with a sectional, mounted TV 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 adored ones and savor 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 TV 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 T.V. and gorgeous 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 T.V., 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 elegant 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.

This vacation rental welcomes up to one well-behaved and home-trained dog per reservation year-round. The dog is not allowed in swimming pool. We know your dog is part of your family and want them to feel welcome too, but also want all guests to enjoy the clean and comfortable feeling of our home!

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 57th Place West Access Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Oak Island rental home booking tips:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summer time is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Reserve your rental property in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. 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 friends and family at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines which often include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose the perfect vacation rental in the Wilmington, NC area:

• First and foremost, have your family choose vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. A Swell Life: Modern, Coastal Cool Home with Private Pool has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is usually available on booking pages. If not, email or call the property owner before you reserve the property. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

During your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• Note any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents many problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers bothering your home life. 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! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental home while you are out and about. Protect your property!
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on good ratings to propel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.