10% off All Bookings made by April 30 -Charming Vintage Beach Bungalow Only One Block from the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 435 square feet

Cozy Vintage Bungalow; Quick 2 Block Walk to the Beach; Wraparound Porch with Rockers; Sleeps 5 in 2 Bedrooms: Primary (Queen, TV, Dresser), Bedroom 2 Bunkbed with Twin on Top/Full on Bottom, (TV, Dresser/Closet); Shared Bath (Tub/Shower); Cozy Seating in the Living Area with 2 Upholstered Chairs & Leather Couch, TV; (All TVs have Extended Cable); Outdoor Shower; Enormous Side/Backyard for your Outdoor Games; Short Drive to Eateries / Shopping / Grocery, Gym (Daily/Weekly drop-ins); Seasonal: Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks; Splash Pad; Farmer’s/Craft Markets; Short drive to Iconic Landmark OKI Lighthouse (Schedule Tour Ahead Online); 15 mins. to Laundromat/Wash & Fold Services; 20 mins. to the Quaint Town of Southport.

Cottage By The Sea is a Brief 2 Block Walk to the Sandy Beaches of the Sea. This Cozy Vintage Bungalow is the Choice for those that Seek Serenity in its Simplicity. Be a Southerner. Sit in the Rockers on the Wraparound Porch, (this may become your favorite spot). Drink some Sweet Tea. Smell that Fresh Salt Air & Feel the Ocean Breezes. Relive the Fun of the Day or Make Plans for the Adventures the Next Day Holds. Bring your Favorite Outdoor Games to Play in the Grand Side & Back Yard.

As you enter, the Danish term Hygge comes to mind. A Quality of Coziness & Comfortability that Creates Feelings of Contentment & Well-Being. In the Living Area, 2 Navy Starfish Print Upholstered Chairs bring a Nautical Vibe into the Room. The Comfy Couch reminds you of Silky Golden Sands & the Pillow, Pigments of Coral. Unwind while you watch your Favorite Shows on the TV with Extended Cable. The Proximity of the Living, Dining & Kitchen Areas makes it possible to be Together while Engaged in your Own Activity. The Kitchen has all the Essentials including Drip Coffee Maker, Blender, 2 Slot Bagel-Sized Toaster, Cast Iron Pan & Crockpot. The Cottage-Style White Dining Table Seats 4 on Matching Stools. Service & Cleanup for Meals is Quick & Painless. Although there is No Automatic Dishwasher, You can Gaze out the Window above the Sink while you Wash the Dishes. Ella Fitzgerald Sang that View as, “Blue skies, Smiling at me, Nothing but blue skies, Do I see”.

This Cottage Sleeps 5 in 2 Bedrooms. The 1st Bedroom has a Queen Bed, TV & a Dresser. The 2nd Bedroom has a Twin over Full Bunkbed, TV, Dresser & Modest Closet. They Share a Hall Bath with a Tub/Shower Combination. Outside, at the back of the home, is an Outdoor Shower with Hot & Cold Water. Rinse Off the Salt & Sand, but Not the Fun! Although there is No Washer/Dryer, there are Local Wash & Fold Services & Laundromats. All iTrip Properties have a Complementary “First Nighttime Essentials” Bag. Unlike Many Local Rental Homes, Beds will be Made with Fresh Sheets when you Arrive. No Need to Strip the Beds at the End of your Stay. Also, with iTrip, Sheets & Towels (Kitchen & Bath) are Supplied at No Extra Cost.

Oak Island is a Family-Oriented Beach with a Substantial Variety of Activities to Choose from. Not only can you Play in the Sand & Sun, but there are 2 Piers (Ocean Crest Pier & Island Way Restaurant are a Short Drive Away), Museums, Nature Parks & a Skateboard Park. Seasonally, Choose from an Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks, Splash Pad, & Farmer’s/Craft Markets. The Iconic Landmark, the OKI Lighthouse is in Caswell Beach. You can Schedule a Tour Ahead of time Online. It’s a Short Drive to a Generous Variety of Eateries & Shopping opportunities. There are 2 Grocery Stores on the Island. If you don’t want to miss Leg Day, there is a Gym here with Daily & Weekly Drop-in Prices. Conveniently, there is a Laundromat & Wash/Fold Service, just a Short Distance away over the Barbee Bridge on the Mainland. They may have Pickup/Drop Off Services.

Nearby Southport is a walking town. Park & within a Short Stroll are Eateries from Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee & a Muffin to Seafood with a View & Upscale Dinner. In the Heart of Southport, you can Visit Various Sensational Parks, Art Galleries, Museums, the Visitor Center & Charming Stores. One could Spend an Entire Day Browsing all the Unique Little Gift Stores & Boutiques. Sit in the Swings on the Waterfront. Watch as the Cargo Ships Enter the Mouth of the Cape Fear River, headed to the Port of Wilmington. Feel the Healing Salubrious Breezes Southport is known for. Walk the River Beach. Southport & Oak Island host Several Fishing Tournaments, Festivals & Parades throughout the year. Within 20 mins. of Southport, you can Stroll the Picturesque Colonial Streets of Old Brunswick Town. The Hundred-Year-Old Live Oaks are just Dripping with Spanish Moss. It's All Photo-Worthy. Imagine Yourself in this Bygone Era. The Cape Fear River Made this Town a Port Long Before Wilmington became one. It’s all a part of the Cottage By The Sea experience.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center 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

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

Find your best deal:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Book your Wrightsville Beach rental property in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby tours and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Begin by choosing a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. 10% off All Bookings made by April 30 -Charming Vintage Beach Bungalow Only One Block from the Beach has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property owner before you book the home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• Some rentals allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about pets before booking.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

Advice for your stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• During check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Double-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a terrific time? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.