• As low as $203/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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General Features

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 total pets
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Bicycle on site
  • Blender
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Charcoal grill
  • Children's games
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ecotours nearby
  • English
  • Fenced yard
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Golf nearby
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near laundromat
  • Near the bay
  • Near the beach
  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • Onsite parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Sailing nearby
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soap
  • Stair gate
  • Stovetop
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water park
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

About this Property

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home

“The Almost” is a bright and comfortable home with every luxury from the kitchen to the yard. Unwind and savor the beach, just a six min. walk. Then relax on the screened porch for dinner. The backyard is entirely fenced to keep the dogs safe. Everything is here from the grille to the towels. Bring your toothbrush, shampoo, and come appreciate.

There are beach chairs, beach tent, fishing gear, body boards, coolers and many other items for your use in the shed. There is a private outdoor shower to get the sand off. There are usually two to five bicycles in the shed. There are games, cards, guitar, and TV's in all the bedrooms and living room. All TVs have access to regular channels and streaming services. There is a wire dog kennel and infant gate for your use. There is a propane grille and charcoal grille.

Everything, and I mean everything, is a short walk away in this peaceful neighborhood. There are eateries, bars, grocery store, ice cream, liquor store, fishing pier, boat ramp, and of course THE BEACH.

There is no cleaning, pet, or linen fee. We only ask that barking outside is kept down when the pooches are outside.

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kure Beach and Caswell Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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

3 total pets

Strategies to get the best Oak Island vacation property experience:

When to visit & When to book:

  • In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your vacation rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
  • To get the best value, change your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter 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 your favorite beach.
  • Owners sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
  • Property managers often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
  • Often, management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

  • First and foremost, have your family decide on trip dates and a budget.
  • Decide how many beds and the configuration your family requires. “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
  • Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking pages. If not, contact the property owner before reserving the home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches 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 property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or charges might be applied to your invoice.
  • Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
  • Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More tips for your stay:

  • Get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Store the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
  • Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of issues.
  • Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would at home.
  • During arrival, note any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
  • Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific resource to find the best local beaches.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
  • When it's time to leave, complete a walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and look for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
  • Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.

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