4BR\/3.5BA House, 2nd Row with Water Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

West with the Nighttime (formerly Miss Rumphius by the Sea) - 4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath House, 2nd Row with spectacular vistas including Intercoastal, Bald Head, Cape Fear River and Oak Island lighthouse. Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied 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:
- NEMA 14-50 car charging support
- Expansive vistas of the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, Oak Island Lighthouse and more!
- Beach access only three homes away
- Oak Island Golf Course and Fort Caswell Civil War fort are just a short drive down the street 
- Convenient to great stores, eateries, grocery stores, Oak Island Fishing Pier, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, 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
- Beds:  2K, 2Q, 1BB T/T/T 
- Entertainment:  Flat-screen Intelligent TVs.  Puzzles.  Books.
- Kitchen:  Granite countertops.  Breakfast bar.  Stainless-steel appliances.  Fridge with ice maker.  Gas cooktop.  Double oven (1 convection).  Dishwasher.  Constructed-in microwave.  Crockpot.  Griddle.  Toaster oven.  Toaster.  Keurig coffee maker. 
- Tile, wood and carpet floor
- Private master suite
- 2nd living area with mini-refrigerator and direct porch access  
- Elderly friendly (elevator, walk-in showers)
- Tankless water heater
- Gas grille
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Fenced backyard 
- Private parking (6 spaces total - 2 covered, 4 uncovered)
- Boat parking
- Dog friendly

This striking home will soon become your favorite getaway because the vistas here are astounding!  Located in the very relaxing and highly sought-after Caswell Beach area, you will be surrounded in natural beauty and wildlife.  From any of the comfortable covered porches, you an savor your morning coffee and experience the serenity of the Intracoastal Waterway from the back of the home or charming Atlantic Ocean vistas on the front of the home.  Vistas to be adored from every direction, even a view of the Oak Island Lighthouse just down the street!  Not to mention, your beach access is only three homes away!  This home is one of the most beautiful on Oak Island and Caswell Beach, as during the filming of Boys of Summer, a certain lead actor was in residence here.

Inside, you will appreciate the reverse floor plan with an open concept great room, formal dining area, and kitchen on the top floor, boasting enormous windows to maximize those broad vistas.  The top floor also features a generous size master bedroom with bespoke constructed-in work desk and sizable walk-in closet, cavernous en suite bathroom with double vanity and a no threshold bespoke tile walk-in shower with bench, a half bath just off the great room, and a laundry area with sink.  The chef in the family will appreciate the gourmet kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, convection oven, gas cooktop, dishwasher and more!

Downstairs, you will find a second and rather calming living area with a mini-refrigerator and direct access to one of many covered porches.  Also on this level are three guest bedrooms.  A king bedroom and a queen bedroom share a jack and jill bathroom, and the final bedroom is ideal for modest families or a group of kiddos featuring a triple twin bunk bed and a queen bed.  This final bedroom also has its own en suite bathroom.  

Outside , you can know the kids are safe playing in the huge fenced backyard.  Feel complimentary to wash all the sand away from a fun-filled day at the beach in the enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower.  As evening approaches, you can grille out your fresh catch on the gas grille for the best local seafood you've ever tasted.  

In the spirit of Beryl Markham the great female aviator, whose memoir is West with the Nighttime, come and create your adventures at this exceptional beach home.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling 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 allowed

Our top Wrightsville Beach vacation rental home tips and tricks:

When to book & When to go:

• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Summer time is high season in Oak Island. To find the best value, shift your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your family qualifies for a discount.
• Property management companies usually offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain coupons for local shops and restaurants.

Finding the best rental in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. 4BR\/3.5BA House, 2nd Row with Water Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11 has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available on booking websites. Otherwise, email the property owner before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or costs applied to your contract.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, television set or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents lots of difficulties.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out. Protect your property!
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. text the host immediately to record your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to propel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.