10% Off All Bookings Made by April 30 - Just Minutes From the Beach! Sleeps 8 - w\/ Private Bungalow - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1100 square feet

The chronicles of the "Old Lighthouse Cottage"-

..........Oh, the stories this home could tell… It was originally located beside the Oak Island Lighthouse in Caswell Beach for many years, overseeing the comings & goings of the Coast Guard Station and Lighthouse keepers. Just as the famed light was a beacon for incoming ships, this bungalow is also beckoning you with its welcoming spirit.

The surprise to this bungalow is the impressive private bungalow downstairs. Enter to find a full sized washer & dryer to launder all the guests’ vacation attire. The walls are a natural pine giving you the feel of the nature that surrounds you. Lie on the queen-sized bed and gaze up at a most interesting and gorgeous light/fan combination operated with a remote. Choose from 3 colors of white light to wake you up or create a relaxing ambiance in the evening. The bathroom has a shower and plenty of towels.

Also beckoning you on the bottom floor is a wooden swing and chairs for conversation in the fresh salt air. Carrying on the theme of the natural wood is an outdoor shower for washing off the sandy fun of the day. A sizable parking area is great for all your guests to visit.

Head upstairs and gather on the screened front porch to sip your morning coffee or favorite evening drink. Generous windows give the open living area tons of light. The décor immediately bespeaks of your proximity to the sandy shore. Unwind on the comfortable seating and choose from a wide variety of games and puzzles. There’re even toys for the younger set. Perhaps you want to catch up on your favorite show on the enormous screened intelligent tv. Seating for 6 at the dining table and 4 at the bar for overseeing the creation of the next meal. The well-supplied kitchen is huge enough for the prepare and a helper.

The bathroom with tub and shower is positioned between the two bedrooms upstairs. The front bedroom has a king bed, another tv, a suitcases rack and additional seating. The back bedroom is where all the kids will want to spend the evenings streaming movies, playing games, or swapping stories late into the nighttime. It features a bunk bed with a twin bed on top and a full-sized bed on the bottom & another full bed flanks the opposite wall.

This light and airy Old Lighthouse bungalow pays homage to its roots when it sat beside one of three lighthouses in our area welcoming ships from the Atlantic into the mouth of the Cape Fear River.


Sleeping Arrangements:
- Primary: King Bed
- Guest 1: Full next to Twin/ Full bunk combo
- Bungalow: Queen bed


House Conveniences:

-Screened porch

-Bathroom: tub, outdoor shower, hot water

-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, Intelligent TV's, essentials (towels, soap, TP), hangers, linens

-HVAC: heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan

-Home Safety: smoke alarm, first aid kit, fire extinguisher

-Internet: Private wireless internet access (WiFi)

-Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, dishes & silverware, freezer, dishwasher, stove, coffee maker, wine glasses, toaster, baking sheet, & cooking silverware, toaster

-Private Bungalow sleeps 2, bathroom and shower.

*On January 10th, 2023 the Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The cost will be $5 per hour, $20 per day and $80 per week.

House Rules:

-Check-in: After 4pm (strict, unless approved)

-Checkout: By 10am (strict, unless approved)

-Keyless check-in

-NO Family Animals

-NO SMOKING

-NO PARTIES or EVENTS

-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money

Please read:
**Linens & bath towels are supplied for complimentary in the reservation**

Eateries:

-Island Way

-Shagger Jacks

-Swain's Seafood

-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery

-Bob's Hot Dogs

-Koko Cabana

-Lazy Turtle Bar & Grille

-BBQ House

-Jones Seafood House

-Oak Island Sandwich Shop

-Dairy Queen

-Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream


Stores & Shopping:

-Publix (grocery)

-Lowes Food, just off the bridge on mainland (grocery)

-Food Lion (grocery)

-ABC Liquor Store (liquor)

-Haag & Sons Seafood Market (seafood)

-Strands Outfitters (clothing)


Local Activities:

-Sky Diving

-Helicopter Tours

-Single Prop Plane Tours

-Deep Sea Fishing

-Fishing Piers

-Boat Units

-Mini Golf

-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant)

-Wild Life Observation Dock


Rental Equipment:

-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks


Surrounding Destinations:

-Southport, NC (15 min. drive)

-Wilmington, NC (45 min. drive)

-Myrtle Beach, SC (1 hour drive)


Local Public Services:

-Oak Island Police Department (Dial 911)

-Oak Island Fire Department (Dial 911)


Island Rules:

-DO NOT climb or walk on dunes

-DO NOT interfere with sea turtle beds on beach

-Please respect your neighbors!


Contact your iTrip Property Manager for further questions or comments: James Fosbury

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kure Beach and Caswell Beach. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, sailing, and fishing 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the very best rental home experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Booking your vacation rental in Fall or Spring months is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers typically offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base 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 hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Often, management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitors guides which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Narrow your Search:

• First and foremost, have your family choose a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. 10% Off All Bookings Made by April 30 - Just Minutes From the Beach! Sleeps 8 - w\/ Private Bungalow has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is usually available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before reserving your rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.
• If there's a particular Wrightsville Beach destination you are enamored with, browse properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Have a great stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• To make sure damages are not linked to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas when you arrive. Make contact with the host immediately to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to drive future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.