5 BR\/3BA Home - Oceanfront, RECENTLY UPGRADED, Sleeps 18 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 18
• 6 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Charlie's Place - 5 Bedroom 3 Bath House, Oceanfront, Sleeps 18

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features:
- Spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the ocean
- Beach just steps away
- Within walking distance to Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way Restaurant & Bar
- Convenient to many great stores, eateries, grocery stores, park with basketball hoops and splash pad water park, Oak Island Golf Course, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, 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: 1K, 1Q, 6D, 1QSS
- Private master suite with private balcony
- Cavernous bedrooms throughout
- Entertainment: Flat screen TVs. Extended cable. Games. Books.
- Kitchen: Giant island breakfast bar. Granite countertops. Stainless-steel appliances. Electric range with flat surface cooktop. Fridge with ice maker. Dishwasher. Constructed-in microwave. Toaster oven. Toaster. Blender.
- Open floor plan
- Extensive windows in living room to maximize ocean vistas
- Vaulted ceiling
- Luxury vinyl tile floor throughout 1st level and carpet on 2nd level
- Loft area upstairs
- Keyless entry
- Oceanfront covered porch with picnic table and rocking chairs
- Sun deck
- Plenty of outdoor seating
- Stairway entrance under home
- 2 outdoor showers (1 enclosed with hot/cold water)
- Private/covered parking
- Boat parking
- No family pets allowed

Charlie's Place Luxury Vinyl Tile on 1st floor, all new beds, new furnishings in all bedrooms, new dining table and chairs (countertop height), two new living room couches, and repainted. Savor this cavernous home featuring a huge oceanfront covered porch, ideal for sipping your favorite drink as you soak in the warm ocean breezes and the pelicans glide by in formation. There is also a enormous sun deck for those sun lovers, so oil up and savor sun bathing in privacy. Unwind as the sun sets over the ocean in the outdoor swing. When you come off the beach, leave the sand outside and take advantage of one of the two outside showers (one is enclosed with hot/cold water). Tastefully decorated and very inviting, this home is ready for your family. Located within a short walking distance to Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way Restaurant, this home gives you that added element of things for the kids and family to do. Take in Oak Island's family-friendly ambiance with golf, shopping, eateries, boating, kayaking, basketball, tennis, surfing, and of course, the beach! You will find yourself wanting to stay a little longer once you've experienced all that Charlie's Place has to offer!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park 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 not allowed

Tips to get the optimal vacation property experience:

Sticking to a rental home budget:

• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• To get the best value, try shifting your vacation to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Narrow your Search:

• Start by choosing your vacation dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration you need. 5 BR\/3BA Home - Oceanfront, RECENTLY UPGRADED, Sleeps 18 has 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the host before booking the home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You will need to work out what is best for your family.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or may be applied to your agreement.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC destination you simply love, look for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Some things to know before you go:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of issues.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Protect your property!
• Upon arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great source for finding the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.