• As low as $629/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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General Features

  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Dining room
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
  • Golf privileges
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near laundromat
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Pet friendly
  • Power boating nearby
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soap
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Toaster
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 1225 sq ft (114 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • WiFi available
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

About this Property

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 1225 square feet

Did you say you like ocean vistas?? Like to golf and swim? Want to just relax? "Running Down a Dream" is a ideal, pet-friendly 3 BR / 2BA private oceanfront bungalow located in relaxing Caswell Beach and conveniently located within walking distance from Oak Island Golf Club. Can you imagine yourself looking at the ocean while appreciating your morning coffee on the huge screened-in porch or calming there after a great day in the sun? The sprawling porch is enormous enough for everybody to have a seat and eat a meal at the table or play a card game while relishing in the sea breeze. This home features its very own private beach access with a wooden deck running from the back porch to the sand and an additional gathering area in the middle. The outdoor shower is conveniently located on the deck path, where you can rinse the salt and sand right as you exit the beach.

As you getaway indoors you will find an open concept living area outfitted with plenty of seating- a comfortable sectional couch and upsized chair with ottoman- and a sizable flat screen TV with a sound system to savor! Turn back toward the ocean and the vistas are countless through the windows. The kitchen is outfitted gorgeously with refreshed stainless steel appliances and completely loaded with everything that you would ever need to prepare your favorite dishes!

The bedrooms are complete with a King bed in the Master Suite, a Queen bed in the second room, and two sets of Twin bunk beds in the third room. The Master includes a full bathroom as well. This home is loaded with games and even a foosball table for fun! Grab your furry four-legged companion because we happily accept dogs. This private oceanfront home has it all and is ideal for your next vacation! Don't delay and reserve your vacation with us today! This home also just added an electric car charging station! No reason to not come to the beach!!

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear units during your stay! You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more! The choice is yours! For this home you are eligible for up to $245.00 credit on any beach gear! Book now to reserve your gear today!

Need a rental car during your visit or want to take your vacation to the next level? Running Down a Dream offers an additional perk — a Mini Cooper S Convertible for rent! This chic and thrilling convertible is the ideal way to discover the island and make your Oak Island hideaway even more memorable. Forget about boring cars; with this Mini Cooper, you can appreciate the sun on your face and the ocean breeze in your hair as you smile your way all over town. Learn more about this offer and make your reservation on Turo.

Please Note: If Linens are supplied with your reservation and contain the following: flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.

A pet fee is applied for those traveling with a pet and is supplied in your total rental rate. $175 for the first pet and $50 for an additional pet. min. number of family pets allowed is 2.

We know you want to relax without any stops at the store when you get to the island. To get you started we provide a welcome kit that includes trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher pod, washing machine pod, dishwashing soap, hand soap at every sink, bath soap, and shampoo/conditioner.

As you will find when selecting dates on the calendar, there are minimum stay requirements based on the season. There is a 7 nighttime minimum with a mandatory Saturday to Saturday rental pattern in the peak summer months, and there is more flexibility in the slower seasons. You can find a chart of our seasons and minimum stay requirements on our FAQ page, and please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's 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 allowed

Our top Rental home tips and tricks:

Finding the best value:

  • To get the best value, consider shifting your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall 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 an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
  • The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
  • Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your family qualifies for a special rate.
  • Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
  • 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 grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guides have money saving offers on local accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to select the perfect vacation home:

  • Select vacation week and max budget.
  • Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. \"Running Down A Dream\" Pet friendly Oceanfront in peaceful Caswell Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  • Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible online. If you don't see them listed, call the property manager before reserving the home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out which bed configuration is best for your family.
  • Are you visiting for a single attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
  • Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
  • Some rentals allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Some things to know before you go:

  • Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
  • Record any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if damages are assessed.
  • Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
  • Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
  • Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
  • Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let burglars spoil your family vacation.
  • Re-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
  • Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
  • Leave feedback! Hosts rely on good feedback to stimulate new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.

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