Aw Shucks: Spacious Oceanfront Home w\/Covered Porch and Dune Top Deck - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1536 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
2 Queens | 2 Doubles | 2 Twins

Escape to Oak Island with broad oceanfront vistas and a comfortable beach bungalow. Take a walk down the beach to close by Oceancrest Pier or the Island Way Restaurant for a local's favorite dinner!

This home was remodeled in 2021 to include vinyl floor throughout, coastal themed painted interior, and an oceanfront back deck where you can watch the waves crash along the shoreline.

Enter into the open style floor plan that includes a huge sectional and two accent chairs centered around the flat screen Intelligent TV with DVD player and looking out over the dunes and onto the beach. The kitchen and dining area flow off the living room. You will find an island ideal for prepping your next meal along with a stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave. The dining area offers a table with seating for seven to go along with three additional seats at the bar.

Past the kitchen the hallway leads to a pair of bedrooms and a shared bathroom. Both bedrooms are equipped with a queen bed and ample closet space. The shared full bathroom provides a modern vanity and walk-in shower.

The the stairs you will find the final two bedrooms and another shared bathroom. One room is finished with a pair of double beds while the latter offers a pair of twin beds. The full bathroom is finished with a tub and vanity as well. The twin bedroom also offers a TV equipped with a DVD player. Guests may bring their own streaming device to allow for more varied entertainment if they would like.

Centrally located on Oak Island, Aw Shucks is convenient to local activities, stores, and eateries, as well as the bridge leading to historic Southport and its many stores and historic points of interest. So whether your idea of a vacation is taking long naps in the island breeze, exploring local landmarks, or teeing up for 18 holes at one of the area's playable but challenging golf courses, you will find your island home at Aw Shucks!

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Wilmington, NC rental experience:

When to visit Oak Island & When to reserve a Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Summer is high season in Oak Island. To find the best value, try shifting your family's Wilmington, NC trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on local accommodations and attractions.

Selecting the best vacation rental:

• First, have your group choose the best dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Aw Shucks: Spacious Oceanfront Home w\/Covered Porch and Dune Top Deck has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property manager before reserving your home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC destination you are enamored with, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Add the host's contact information to your phone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• At Check-in, note any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• 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 ratings to compel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.