Waterway Retreat, fishing pier, bikes, kayak, paddleboard! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2900 square feet

Welcome to the calming "West End" of Oak island. Here the traffic is slower, the streets are lined with handsome trees and the homes have roomy backyards overlooking this relaxing undeveloped stretch of the Intercoastal Waterway.

Our home has 3 gorgeous bedrooms and is ideal for a enormous family or two separate families to share. There are 2 full baths and an additional 2 half baths. The cavernous home is roughly 2800 square ft and accepts for many areas to work, study, read or play games. There are 4 separate porches with the biggest being screened in and furnished with two sizable couches ideal for outdoor napping!

The kitchen has an L-shaped bar that seats 4 and has a work island to accommodate multiple cooks in the kitchen. Since this has been a family home for many years the kitchen is completely supplied with all cooking necessities. The layout also works great for entertaining or hosting holiday meals. There is also a sizable desk that accepts for a great place remote work and we have a bluetooth linked printer you are welcome to use.

The dining area connects to the kitchen. It has a huge dining table that seats up to 6 so a total of 10 people can be seated between the kitchen and dining area. This dining table over looks the striking azalea and palm tree filled backyard and has sizable wall of glass windows and french doors.

Off the kitchen is the guest bedroom wing. 1st bedroom has two twin beds and a flip out chair bed appropriate for a kid. The 2nd bedroom has a queen size bed a flip out single bed for a kid and a platform twin blow up bed that can accommodate an adult or kid. This bedroom has a private porch overlooking the backyard and an en suite half bath. Between the two bedrooms is a full bathroom, freshly remodeled with a handsome tile shower, sink and toilet.

The huge open living room connects to the dining/kitchen area and has two separate seating areas. The main area over looks the backyard through the huge screened in porch. This area has cable TV, a gas burning fireplace and a new x- large comfortable Pottery Barn sectional. There's plenty of room for the whole family to savor a movie together of play games by the fire.

The master bedroom suite is located on its own floor and reached by a staircase off of the living room. It has a spectacular view overlooking the backyard of the Intercoastal waterway. It is very spacious with a queen bed, double bed sleeper couch in the sitting area, desk and plenty of room for a blow up bed or two that can be included upon request. Ideal for a family! The master bath has a double sink vanity, toilet and bath tub/shower combo.

The backyard overlooks a rare undeveloped section of the Intercoastal waterway. The home is located on double lot which accepts for a large very private backyard. It is ideal afternoon games of badminton, paddleball, horseshoe.

Our pier provides a glorious place to appreciate a morning cup of coffee as the fog is clearing or a sunset beverage as you watch the fishing boats come in with their bounty. It is peaceful and a marvelous spot to watch the beautiful NC coastal wildlife. This pier has been used for catching hundreds of fish and nearly as many crabs! There is a floating dock for launching kayaks, paddleboards, or just casting for minnows. The main pier has a 4 person constructed in bench, rod holders, crab basket and a cleaning station for fish. Its a fisherman ideal setting.

If you are a fisherman bring your boat and take advantage of the in-shore and off-shore fishing that Oak Island has to offer. The 55th street public boat launch is effortlessly accessible. Our driveway has plenty of space to store your boat or trailer. **Note the pier is not avaible for docking a boat unattended, guest can be picked up from the floating dock.

Supplied with each rental: all linens, towels, beach chairs, gas grille and gas firepit.
Upon request: 4-6 bicycles, surf board, kayak, paddle
board, badminton set, women's and kids golf clubs.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Wilmington, NC rental property booking tips and tricks:

Finding your best deal:

• Booking in Fall or Spring months is a good way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, travel guides contain discounts for local tours and attractions.

Make a plan and pick the bestrental home:

• To start, have your group choose the best dates and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Waterway Retreat, fishing pier, bikes, kayak, paddleboard! has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking websites. If not, email the property manager before booking the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC destination you crave, look for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• If your family is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't linked to your family's visit, note any problem areas during check in. E-mail the host right away to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, television set or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few issues.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.