3BR/2BA - Ocean Front, Dog Friendly, Beach Steps Away, Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

A Parrott-Dice - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home, Oceanfront, Sleeps 8

**Book 3 or more nighttime stays in March or April and receive half off on the rental rate!!**

**Please Note Important Changes:  The porch gate at the top of the stairs on the ocean side of the home has been removed**

This dog-friendly oceanfront beach bungalow features beautiful vistas of the water just steps off of the huge covered porch. Appreciate ocean breezes while sipping your morning coffee in one of the rocking chairs on the porch or at the family picnic table.

Inside you will find TVs in every room with Spectrum TV service and high-speed WIFI for streaming services or keeping in touch with appreciated ones at home. The master bedroom features a king-size bed and ocean vistas with a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The middle bedroom features a bunk bed twin/double and a twin single bed and shares a hall bathroom with the front bedroom, which has a queen bed. The kitchen features all the amenities you will need to effortlessly whip up a meal from fresh local seafood and produce available on the island.

Ample parking is available both under the home, as well as in the driveway, conveniently accommodating four or more cars.

This casual bungalow is ideal for a calming visit to the beach and again, is dog friendly, so pack the pups and appreciate Oak Island!

Standard Features: 
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel, and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features: 
- Beach Access: 2 homes to the right 
- Event home (additional fee)
- Convenient to many great stores, eateries, grocery stores, Ocean Crest Pier, Oak Island Golf Course, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, and other fun activities
- Short drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Walking distance to the pier
- Beds:  1K, 1Q, 1T, 1BB T/D
- Entertainment:  Flat screen Intelligent TVs in all rooms.  TVs equipped with streaming.  Board games and puzzles.  Books.  DVD library. 
- Open floor plan
- Ceiling fans
- Wood floors
- Oceanfront covered porch
- Picnic table
- Rocking chairs
- Covered parking
- Dog friendly

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips and Tricks for getting the best rental home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To get the best value, shift your family's Wrightsville Beach vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitors guides have discounts for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Make a plan and pick your prefectvacation home:

• Choose a group leader, select your trip dates, and select a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration you need. 3BR/2BA - Ocean Front, Dog Friendly, Beach Steps Away, Sleeps 8 has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the property manager before reserving the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask your host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• If there's a particular Wrightsville Beach beach you simply love, search for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

More tips for your visit:

• Add the host's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are out, just like you would at home.
• At Check-in, record any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• At departure, complete a walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from 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.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to propel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.