A Sloth's Retreat: Beach Home with Private Pool, Game Room and More! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1320 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms upstairs & 1 Full Bathroom downstairs
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Twin Over Double Bunkbeds | 1 Queen Couch Bed

The main living area is generously decorated with a beachy and nautical theme throughout. Well-appointed kitchen with seating for four at the bar. Dining table seats six. Four TV’s (one - 50 inch, three - 40 inch) with basic cable, 2 DVD players, stereo with CD player and wireless internet access, highchair, books, games, and puzzles. Screened porch, covered porch, and deck with furnishings.

The downstairs recreational game room is equipped with an electronic dart board, foosball table, 43-inch TV with basic cable, stereo with CD player and a queen size pull out sleeper couch, kitchenette is equipped with refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave, adjacent is a full size bathroom. It has a separate entry from the rest of the home (no interior staircase).

The pool area features a private in-ground swimming pool with poolside loungers, dining and sitting areas, enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a charcoal grille. Come and relax by the pool after a day at the beach!

Conveniently located near eateries, grocery store, shopping and beach access.

The seasonal pool is open May 31st until October 15th of each year.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park. 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

Finding the best Oak Island rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are high season in Oak Island. To find the largest vacation home for your budget, we suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at Wilmington, NC restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-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 articles, visitors guides have offers and deals for nearby shops and restaurants.

Choosing and booking yourvacation home:

• Begin by selecting a vacation week and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. A Sloth's Retreat: Beach Home with Private Pool, Game Room and More! has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before reserving your home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out what is right for your vacation.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC destination you crave, search for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges could be applied to your contract.

Tips to have a terrific stay:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• Record any issues with the property at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Often times, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, remember to take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a great vacation? Many rental managers make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.