Carolina Times on OKI - Charming House -1\/3 mile from the Sand! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Location, location, location! Carolina Times on OKI is a gorgeous home that is only 3 short blocks to the beach. Located in a peaceful wooded neighborhood, but on the edge of all the island has to offer. Walk or ride one of 4 bicycles to the grocery, ice cream or donut shop. Take a beach chair and relax at the beach. Located on the same street as the Island town park where you can appreciate a outdoor concert, open air market, play tennis or pickleball, savor the splashpad or the skateboarding park. The home includes a calming screened porch, grilling area and fire pit to relax after a day at the beach or exploring in Southport. Kitchen is completely supplied with dishes, pans, silverware and everything you would need to prepare your favorite vacation meal, or even try a low-country boil with shrimp from the local seafood stores.

The beaches of Oak Island are waiting for you...

About the Area

Located near 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 Kure Beach and Caswell Beach. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, motor boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the best Oak Island vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the best value, shift your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby tours and attractions.

Planning and picking your prefect Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Begin by selecting your the best vacation week and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Carolina Times on OKI - Charming House -1\/3 mile from the Sand! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property manager before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish what is optimal for your group.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs might be applied to your invoice.

Some things to know before you go:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• During check-in, note any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to inspire new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.