All Is Whale \/ 508 W. Beach Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

ALL IS WHALE when you are at the beach!  Taste the salty air, listen to the waves crash and watch the sea gulls squawk from your own private covered porch! This comfortable and roomy 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home (BR1:1K, BR2:4T, BR3:1Q 1F sleeper couch) offers plenty of space for family fun, dining and good ole’ rest and relaxation. After all, this is your vacation and you deserve to stay in a wonderfully refreshed second row bungalow with granite countertops, stainless appliances, tile floors and beachy all the way! Resting on an upsized lot, All is Whale is ideal for countless games of cornhole, frisbee or the game of your preference. The King bedroom has a private bathroom and walk-in shower while the Queen bedroom has a cozy reading chair. Take a walk on the beach with your dogs, surf fish for your dinner, take a nice outside shower, ride bicycles down to the Point, load a kayak into the slough, or just relax with cold drinks – this HOME & LOCATION HAVE IT ALL! Plenty of parking space and located a short distance from the Middleton Bridge for painless trips to Southport, Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. D/W, MW, Keurig coffee maker, toaster oven, W/D, covered porch, covered parking and more. Linens not supplied, please call or order online while booking your reservation. 2 nighttime minimum prices available in Value - Resort seasons. No Smoking. Dog friendly costs apply. Please call our office to inquire. Check-In: 3-5PM, Check-Out: 10:00AM. Book Now!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. With jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

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 Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Get the best value:

• Summertime is high season in Oak Island. Book your Wilmington, NC rental property in Fall or Spring to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. 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 and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier your group can book, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Property managers typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Many management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines that include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and picking the right Wilmington, NC rental:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your trip dates, and choose a max budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. All Is Whale \/ 508 W. Beach Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available online. If not, call the property management company before you book the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.

Some things to know before you go:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. Make contact with the rental manager right away to document any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are away, just like you would back home.
• When it's time to leave, take a walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take video of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.