SunBurns: Dog-friendly Home with Private Pool on Oak Island - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 18
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

5 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms
2 Kings | 4 Twin-over-double Bunk Beds | 1 Twin Bed with a Twin Trundle

Only a short walk from the beach, you can smell the salt in the air when you arrive at SunBurns. Savor the ocean breeze on the partially covered front deck, rocking back and forth on beachy rocking chairs. Or, take a dip in the private pool! The outdoor shower has hot and cold water for those after the beach rinse-offs.

Located in a peaceful neighborhood off of East Dolphin Drive, SunBurns is a magnificent jumping off point for riding beach cruisers or taking your furry friends for a walk. This vacation rental welcomes up to three dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units. There is also an option to rent the Bintelli six-seater golf cart for an additional fee of $600.

With polished wooden floors, a impressive kitchen countertop, a enormous dining table and additional seating at the bar, you'll want to stay in and prepare dinner with the whole family! Providing a full-service kitchen, this rental comes with everything you need to make a meal at home, along with two fridges for additional food storage. It conveniently includes a washer and dryer for exhilarating salty bathing suits, towels and more.

It is close to grocery stores and eateries. Activities such as fishing, golfing, shopping, watersports and wildlife viewing are close by––there really is something for everybody.

There is wireless internet access, and six T.V.s on the property, with a DVD player and the option to sign in to your personal streaming service. There are board games for those evenings when you want to stay inside and appreciate quality time together, with tons of comfortable seating in the common living area. Speaking of evenings, you can roast s'mores over the fire pit next to the private pool and use the outdoor park grille to prepare a feast. The options are countless!

This property welcomes up to 18 people and has up to seven parking spaces. Appreciate the beach town vibes and famed shores of Oak Island!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, 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 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 best Wilmington, NC rental experience:

When to reserve a Wilmington, NC rental & When to go:

• Summertime is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring months is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Owners sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers typically offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines which often include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• To start, have your family commit to a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. SunBurns: Dog-friendly Home with Private Pool on Oak Island has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is usually available on booking pages. If not, email or call the host before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to determine what configuration is right for your vacation.
• Visiting for a specific event? If so, use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly rental. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property owners charge additional pet fees.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages aren't linked to your stay, note any problem areas when you arrive. message the property manager immediately to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of concerns.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on great ratings to inspire new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. 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 fix it.