Blue Fish Shack: Dog-Friendly Waterway Home with Private Boat Dock - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2760 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
4 Queens | 1 Twin | 1 Twin-over-twin Bunk Bed

This vacation rental welcomes up to 2 dogs per reservation year-round.

The BLUE FISH SHACK is waterfront and centrally located on the intercoastal Waterway, so you are close to everything. Freshly modernized inside and out including a bigger floating day dock. Totally equipped beautiful open kitchen/dining room with seating for 83 intelligent HDTV's (2 with the addition of basic cable). Also supplied is wireless high-speed internet. Entirely equipped elegant open kitchen/dining room with seating for eight. Efficiency apartment downstairs with one queen and one twin bed plus a kitchenette, no inside access (separate entrance). Covered porch and deck with rockers, lounge chairs, and vistas of the ICW. Porch is equipped with a removable infant and pet gate too. Outside shower with hot and cold water, entirely fenced backyard, gated boat dock (lifts are not for guest use), extended floating day dock, and fish cleaning station and gas grille. Internet access and cable TV supplied.

BLUE FISH SHACK offers use of the dock for boats or use the floating dock to launch the two kayaks included to discover the Intracoastal waterway. Throw your crab basket or fishing line in from the dock to catch your dinner. Appreciate evenings by the water under the stars.

Put your boat in the water at Dutchman Creek at NE 55th street only a couple blocks away. Regardless of your activities while here, savor the BLUE FISH SHACK on the Intracoastal and it's must see sunrises and sunsets.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. 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 allowed

How to find the best rental experience:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking the bestrental home:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and select a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Blue Fish Shack: Dog-Friendly Waterway Home with Private Boat Dock has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the property owner before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is right for your group.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC destination you are crazy about, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about your furry family members before booking.

More considerations:

• Add the property manager's phone number to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• At Check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers bothering your peace and quiet. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to stimulate more bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.