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 (Miss Rumphius by the Sea) - 4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath House, 2nd Row with Water Vistas in All Directions, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) included 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
- Pretty sunrises and sunsets
- 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 10-15 min. 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
- Double vanities in some bathrooms
- 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 impressive home will soon become your favorite getaway because the vistas here are astounding! Located in the very calming 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 beautiful Atlantic Ocean vistas on the front of the home. Vistas to be appreciated 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 charming 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 adore 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 huge 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 sizable 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. 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. 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

Strategies to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Booking your vacation rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides contain deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Planning and picking the bestvacation home:

• Start by choosing your vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. 4BR\/3.5BA House, 2nd Row with Water Views, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 11 has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly available online. If they are not listed, email the property management company before you reserve the home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what is suitable for your vacation.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC beach you long to visit, search for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

During your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
• During check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors bothering your peace. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can often 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 out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just before checking out, take a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on great ratings to compel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.