NEW Oak Island Bungalow, 2 mins to beach, fenced yard, 2 screened porches! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1419 square feet

Feel the beauty of Oak Island in comfort with your stay at Brightside Bungalow. This cavernous single-level beach home is located on a peaceful street with painless access to uncrowded beaches, the historic intracoastal waterway, and the mainland via N.C. 906. Reach the beach with a brief 2-min. drive or 15-min. walk, or bring your bicycles to savor the breathtaking commute. You’ll have plenty of room to rest and relax in this welcoming beach getaway featuring 1 king, 1 queen, and 2 bunk beds.

Whether you’re spending a leisurely day at the beach or hiking the Environmental Overlook Trails, Brightside Bungalow will welcome you home with its warm bohemian decor and modern amenities. Constructed in 2017, the home underwent a complete interior remodel in 2022. Featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, an outdoor shower, 2 screened porches, a fenced yard with fire pit and plenty of private space for you and your family to appreciate, you’re sure to fall in appreciate with this exceptional beach heaven.

You'll have simple access when you arrive using a door code included prior to your stay. Free private parking is supplied in the ample horseshoe driveway. The entire home and yard is yours to use, aside from a modest linen closet and outside storage space that are reserved for the home manager.

Be sure to bring beach towels and gear as they are not at the home. We also have referrals to places you can rent gear from if needed.

We'll leave a coffee pod for a full pot of coffee your first morning after the travels in. Also at the home is plenty of hand soap, paper towels, trash bags, etc. Please let us know in advance if there are any items we can help with to ensure your stay is fun!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Caswell Beach and Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include 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

Pets not allowed

Our top Vacation rental booking tips:

Money saving strategies:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Summer is high season in Oak Island. To find the best value, try changing your trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• 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.
• Property management companies often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local shops and restaurants.

Selecting the best rental home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. NEW Oak Island Bungalow, 2 mins to beach, fenced yard, 2 screened porches! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the owner about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• Is your group looking for specific amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of concerns.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• During check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors bothering your peaceful home. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything at check-out. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to drive future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.