The Marsh: Cozy Cottage with Beautiful Marsh Views, Short Walk to Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
1 King | 1 Queen | 2 Twin-over-twin Bunk Beds | 1 Double Sleeper Couch

Finding a great vacation spot for your next journey can feel overwhelming, but you can ease your worries because the search stops here! The Marsh vacation home is just a three-min. walk to a public beach access and a five-min. walk to the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier. Stay here and become one with the island as you take in all it has to offer. Appreciate the vistas of the marsh while sitting on the deck. Why wait on relaxation when it awaits you at this handsome home?

The living room is furnished with enough seating for you and your family. Watch TV in this family-aligned room and spend quality time with the ones you appreciate. Choose from a selection of books and relax in this area as you read in solitude with no distractions. Gorgeously decorated, this area is ideal for gathering everybody together and making memories. Plan your next excursion for the day here or partake in a friendly competition among the board games that are supplied for you.

The kitchen has all of the essentials you need for dining such as cookware, a Keurig and even a waffle maker. Show off your cooking skills in this area as you whip up your favorite dish for family and friends. The dining area has seating for all. Have a meal together while making memories and reminiscing on past times. Compliment the chef on the meal while you feast until you are content.

The pretty landscape at this home will leave you in awe. Sit on the back porch and savor the greenery while you watch the kids frolic on the lawn. Read a book as you look out at the marsh and observe nature firsthand. Play a game of hide and seek with the little ones in this cavernous yard, all while making memories. One can’t go wrong when staying at The Marsh.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the perfect Wrightsville Beach vacation rental experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring is one of our best tips for saving money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which will include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the best rental in Oak Island:

• Select a group leader, choose your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. The Marsh: Cozy Cottage with Beautiful Marsh Views, Short Walk to Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the host before you book your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or charges could be applied to your contract.

Advice for a great stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few issues.
• Be a good neighbor. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental property while you're out! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent ratings to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share 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 expeditiously to fix it.