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 simple 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 appreciate a favorite film on the huge flat screened TV while snuggled up with appreciated ones and a humongous 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 completely supplied 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 fantastic 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 painless to wash beach toys and equipment (or feet!) complimentary from clinging sand. Or savor 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 supplied 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 on 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. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport 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 horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies for getting the perfect Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Reserving a rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides which include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose the perfect vacation home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Choose your vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Rest A Shored: Spacious oceanfront home with breathtaking views throughout! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available online. Otherwise, call the host before you book the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? 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! Pet fees or could be applied to your agreement.
• Does your group require unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Considerations for your stay:

• Get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you're out! Don't let crooks spoil your holiday.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. Get in touch with the rental manager right away to relay any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the property to make sure you've collected everything. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to compel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.