Barrycuda: Private Pool and Hot Tub - Ocean View, West Beach Home - 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
2 Kings | 2 Queens | 1 Twin Daybed

A calming getaway awaits you in this freshly refreshed, elegant 3-bedroom home with a heated pool and hot tub. Barrycuda offers guests ample living areas, impressive furnishings, well-equipped gourmet kitchen and comfortable linens.

Multiple decks provide the ideal space for a morning cup of coffee or evening drink while soaking in the salt air and cool ocean breezes. Just a short walk away, spend the day splashing in the ocean waves, soaking up the sun, or building sandcastles. After appreciating the beach, rinse off the sand in the huge hot and cold outdoor shower then take a invigorating dip in the private pool or hot tub. Then end your ideal day enjoying a favorite show on one of the five intelligent TV's. Barrycuda has everything you need to completely savor your vacation so don’t miss out on this pretty vacation rental!

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.

Those with allergies should note that although family pets are not allowed for guest stays, a dog may occasionally be present during owner stays.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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 not allowed

Tips for getting the best Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Money saving strategies:

• The earlier you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Summer is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the best value, change your family's Wilmington, NC trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Property management companies typically offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitors guides contain offers and deals for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to select the perfect rental:

• To start, have your family choose date ranges and a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Barrycuda: Private Pool and Hot Tub - Ocean View, West Beach Home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before booking the rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.
• Visiting for a specific event? Try a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Advice for a great stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• When it's time to leave, complete a walk-through to confirm you didn't leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.