Rest A Shored: Spacious oceanfront home with breathtaking views throughout! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

4 Bedroom | 3 Bathrooms
2 Queens | 1 Double | 1 Twin | 1 Twin-over-Double Bunk

Desirably located on Oak Island’s East Beach and featuring impressive vistas of the sea, you can Rest A Shored that choosing this open concept home will provide your crew with the ideal safe harbor for all of your island adventures. Allowing up to two dogs per reservation, your entire group can take advantage of incredibly painless beach access and a well thought out space designed for appreciating the company of family and friends.

The first floor opens into a living room flooded with natural light. The upsized sectional invites you to savor a favorite film on the sizable flat screened TV while snuggled up with appreciated ones and a giant bowl of popcorn. The sturdy dining room table seats six, and additional seating for four at the adjacent kitchen counter means there is plenty of room to host intimate evening dinners or epic board game showdowns.

The entirely outfitted kitchen provides everything you need to prepare a favorite recipe or your catch of the day. The laundry nook is located here as well to help ensure you don’t forget about that last load of beach towels that needs moved to the dryer! Across from the kitchen, you’ll find a full bath with hall access and a shower stall. Just beyond is an oceanfront bedroom with direct deck access, a queen bed and a wall-mounted flat screened TV.

Upstairs, you will be welcomed by is a comfortable reading nook overlooking the sea from the upsized windows and a hall that leads to the additional three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Each of these bedrooms also has its own wall-mounted flat screened TV for personal entertainment. The master bedroom features a queen bed and gorgeous vistas of the surf and sand. Watch for dolphins frolicking in the waves before you even rise to face the day. An attached bathroom provides a glass door shower stall and pedestal sink for your convenience. The other two bedrooms on this floor are connected by a Jack and Jill bath with a standard tub/shower combo. One room is furnished with a double bed and a twin bed, while the final bedroom provides a twin-over-double bunk bed.

After a long day on the beach, relax outside while taking in the extraordinary sunsets from the partially covered porch or gaze at the stars from the open deck. Plenty of outdoor furnishings is supplied, including lounge chairs for those working on that ideal golden tan. Constructed-in benches and an open cold-water rinse off station make it simple to wash beach toys and equipment (or feet!) complimentary from clinging sand. Or appreciate the luxury of freshening up while caressed by ocean breezes with the enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water on the level below. A charcoal grille is also included for your family’s bar-b-que master to show off their skills!

Being less than a mile from Middleton Park accepts for taking in evening concerts or spending time at the splash pad with ease. And with a location convenient to both of the island’s bridges, this abode is the ideal jumping-off point for a day trip to Southport or Wilmington.

Revel in the brisk ocean breezes and take delight in feeling the surf wash over your toes just moments after stepping off your porch. Sip a morning drink and watch pelicans soar overhead as sunrise colors paint the sky and reflect on the waves below. Soak in time well spent with friends, family and Fido and Rest A Shored that you’re building memories to last a lifetime on your fun-filled beach vacation.

About the Area

Located near the beach, 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 The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center 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

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

Find your best deal:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked very early. Booking your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Summertime is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To get the most suitable rental within your budget, we recommend booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at Wilmington, NC restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines have discounts for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Planning and picking the best Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Start by choosing your potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Rest A Shored: Spacious oceanfront home with breathtaking views throughout! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available online. If not, call the property owner before reserving the property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.
• Visiting for a single event? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking

Some things to know before you go:

• Put the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many problems.
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your stay, note any problem areas when you arrive. Speak to the rental manager immediately to document any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on good reviews to compel new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best rental home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.