Yacht View: Serene, Dog-friendly Home on Intracoastal Waterway - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathrooms
1 King Bed | 1 Queen Bed | 2 Double Beds | 1 Double Futon

If your ideal vacation home features charming vistas in a peaceful and serene setting, then look no further than Yacht View. Located among trees on the Intracoastal Waterway, this rental, newly added in spring of 2023, sits near the western tip of Oak Island, features a private dock and is dog-friendly to friendly dogs. Sit on the screened porch with your morning cup of coffee and savor the ideal hideaway spot to really rest; soak in the peaceful sounds of nature and relax in the salty breeze. Watch graceful egrets and herons as they feed in the shallows, marvel as prehistoric-looking pelicans soar overhead and even spot playful dolphins frolicking in the warm waters.

Keeping the original period of the building intact, this property has modern day features that blend with vintage appeal. Upstairs is the main living area, with additional-huge wall-to-wall windows to showcase the natural landscape of the coastal Carolina environment. Parlor on the comfortable couch, adore seat and recliner with family to take in a favorite movie, or appreciate spectacular evening sunsets that paint the sky in vivid hues from orange to purple. Outside, the huge wraparound trex deck has multiple seating areas.

There is plenty of seating for meal times, including a enormous dining table that seats six and a smaller kitchen table seating four. The cavernous and well supplied kitchen has everything you need to prepare fresh seafood, whether caught from your very own dock or purchased at one of the local markets.

The master bedroom is furnished with a king bed and a sizable wall-mounted flat screen TV. There is an attached private half bath for your convenience. The main bath is shared and has a standard tub/shower combo with sliding door.

The second bedroom features a queen bed and a modest flat screen TV, and the final bedroom has two double beds and a sizable wall-mounted flat screen TV.

The ground floor provides plenty of additional space for entertaining with two separate seating areas, each with their own TV, and a wet bar. A double futon is available for additional sleeping space, and a full-sized bathroom adds to the convenience of this space. The laundry facilities are also located on this level.

On the back of the ground level is a screened patio area to be able to enjoy the coastal landscape and avoid pesky bugs. An additional dining table accepts for dining al fresco. Or let your dog roam in the three-sided fenced-in yard while you relax on the shaded upper deck watching boats coast by on the Intercoastal Waterway. There is an enclosed outdoor shower with a dressing area that makes rinsing sand off after a trip to the beach simple and convenient.

The private dock includes a fish cleaning station and additional seating, along with a floating dock for securing your boat or launching a kayak or paddle board. Please note that the boat lift is not available for guest use. The side yard has plenty of space for parking your boat trailer. Whether you enjoy fishing, floating, swimming or exploring the local waterways, this home is the place to be!

-Recently refreshed ICW (intracoastal waterway) property
-Viewing from large wrap around deck and open view living space
-Watch yachts, sailboats, barges, boat traffic move past
-Often see dolphins and fish swimming or birds and wildlife across the marshes
-Floating dock for your boat, canoe or kayak
-Fish from long dock or catch crabs
-Parking for your boat trailer in the yard
-Screened porch
-Fenced yard
-High speed broadband internet service
-Enormous wall mounted Roku intelligent TV’s in living room, downstairs bar area and all bedrooms for streaming your favorites
-Simple beach access with multiple parking spaces
-Quiet safe neighborhood for running or cycling to the beach

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, 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 landmarks include Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. 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

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Oak Island vacation property experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• To get the most suitable vacation home within budget, we suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have coupons for local tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• First, have your family agree to trip dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Yacht View: Serene, Dog-friendly Home on Intracoastal Waterway has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the property management company before you book the property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Request information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Add the owner's information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas during arrival. Make contact with the host right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, stereo or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peace and quiet. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a terrific vacation? Many rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.