Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1100 square feet

Looking for the ideal bungalow to relax and savor the elegant Oak Island beach? Look no further.... The Barden Cottage is the ideal spot!

Located just steps from the sand and across the street from the public beach access, this 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home lends decades of family traditions while offering all of the modern amenities. Imagine yourself calming on the porch swing after a day at the beach on the gorgeous screened in front porch or rocking in the chair on the front deck while taking in the OKI sunset over the ocean. This open floor plan features newly painted walls (2020) with the handsome exposed wood beams giving you the feel of a traditional beach bungalow that families yearn for.

Located just steps from the beach, you won't have to walk far to get back to the home for anything and the keyless entry eliminates the concern for lost keys. Don't feel like cooking or driving? Take a 7 min. walk to Island Way Restaurant and Bar - Oak Island's favorite ocean front dining experience. Need something quickly? The Beach Pantry convenience store is only 0.5 miles away - an painless walk. We are just a short walk from Oak Island's famed Ocean Crest Pier where you can fish without having your own gear- rods, bait, etc. available for rental.

Our goal is to provide our guests with the absolute best experience. We want you to feel like our home is your home throughout your entire stay. If you have a special occasion or surprise, please let us know and we will be happy to assist with making it exceptional! When you arrive you will find a plethora of information on area attractions, eateries, activities, etc.

Reserve today and start packing for your beach vacation!

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear units during your stay! You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more! The choice is yours! For this home you are eligible for up to $245.00 credit on any beach gear! Book now to reserve your gear today!

Please Note: Linens are supplied with your reservation and contain the following: flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.

We know you want to relax without any stops at the store when you get to the island. To get you started we provide a welcome kit that includes trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher pod, washing machine pod, soaps, and shampoo/conditioner.

As you will find when selecting dates on the calendar, there are minimum stay requirements based on the season. There is a 7 nighttime minimum with a mandatory Saturday to Saturday rental pattern in the peak summer months, and there is more flexibility in the slower seasons. You can find a chart of our seasons and minimum stay requirements on our FAQ page, and please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!nly

POLICIES
Age limit 25
No smoking
Not suitable for family pets
No events or events
Guest agree to electronically sign a detailed Reservation Agreement

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Caswell Beach and Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. 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

Getting the best vacation home experience:

Find your perfect rental:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in Oak Island. To book the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Wrightsville Beach attractions.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guides have discounts for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Finding the best rental home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Choose vacation week and max budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available online. If they are not listed, call the host before you reserve your home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish which bed configuration is best for your family.
• If there's a particular Wrightsville Beach destination you love, search for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Document any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of problems.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a fantastic resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal items. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a great stay? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.