4BR\/2BA Home - 2nd Row, Ocean Views, Walk to Beach, Firepit Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

Pastime- 4 Bedroom 2 Bath, 2nd Row with Ocean Vistas, Sleeps 8

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

Notable & Unique Features:
- Located on the highly sought after west end of Oak Island
- Spectacular sunrise & sunset vistas
- Public beach access across the street and 3 homes to the left
- Convenient to Bluewater Point Marina/Boat Ramp, The Fish House Restaurant, Beach Pantry Store, great stores, more dining, Oak Island Golf Couse, putt-putt, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, trails, fishing, and other fun activities
- Short 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Beds: 2Q, 1D, 2T
- Entertainment: Flat screen TVs. Basic cable. DVD Player with DVDs. Games.
- Kitchen: Stainless-steel appliances. Blender. Crockpot. Toaster. Toaster Oven. Keurig Coffee Maker. Dishwasher. Microwave. Range with Cooktop. Breakfast Bar.
- Open Concept Living, Dining & Kitchen Area
- Ceiling Fans
- Luxury Plank Flooring Throughout (Except Tile in Bathrooms)
- Desk Space in Twin Bedroom
- Oceanside Covered Porch with Rocking Chairs
- Sun Deck on Back of Home
- Plenty of Outdoor Seating
- Keyless Entry
- Stairway Entrance
- Outdoor Double-Seater Swing Under House
- Laundry Area Under House with Separate Keyless Entry
- Hot/Cold Outside Shower
- Park-style Charcoal Grille
- Fire Pit in Back Yard
- Private/Covered Parking
- No Animals Accepted

Pastime- Perfectly named, this cozy and comfortable 2nd row beach bungalow will have you appreciating simpler times while making new memories during your stay at Oak Island, where the pace of life is already slow and calm. This beautiful home adds greatly to that slow and calm feeling, offering you a chance to step back in time, but also has the modern amenities you are used to enjoying. Full of character and well maintained by caring owners, this handsome home uniquely joins some antique styles with some modern styles, giving a nostalgic feel of the good times in days gone by. As soon as you walk through the door, you feel right at home. There are 2 bedrooms on each side of the central, open concept living/dining/kitchen area, with a shared bathroom between each of the 2 bedrooms. It's the ideal layout for two separate families, but can also be great for a group of friends getting together. Plenty of space in the common areas accepts for everybody to gather together and be part of the conversation. Outside, you can appreciate listening to the waves roll onto the shore in one of the rocking chairs on the covered oceanside porch, lounge out by the fire pit in the back yard catching up on old times, or curl up with a good book in the outdoor swing. This home is near everything you want and need from necessities to fun! If you are ready to get away from the stresses of every day life and get back to a simpler place and time, Pastime is the ideal place. This impressive bungalow just reels you in and will have you coming back to this favorite spot year after year!

** This property can fit 6 cars **

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

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

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the perfect rental experience:

Getting the best value:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To get the best value, change your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guides have deals for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. 4BR\/2BA Home - 2nd Row, Ocean Views, Walk to Beach, Firepit Sleeps 8 has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the host before you reserve the rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish what configuration is right for your group.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• If there's a particular Wrightsville Beach attraction you are enamored with, browse properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

During your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your phone.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
• Make a record of any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just prior to departing, take a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and look for damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to compel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.