Aw Shucks: Spacious Oceanfront Home w\/Covered Porch and Dune Top Deck - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1536 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
2 Queens | 2 Doubles | 2 Twins

Escape to Oak Island with broad oceanfront vistas and a comfortable beach bungalow. Take a walk down the beach to close by Oceancrest Pier or the Island Way Restaurant for a local's favorite dinner!

This home was modernized in 2021 to include vinyl floor throughout, coastal themed painted interior, and an oceanfront back deck where you can watch the waves crash along the shoreline.

Enter into the open style floor plan that includes a sizable sectional and two accent chairs centered around the flat screen Intelligent TV with DVD player and looking out over the dunes and onto the beach. The kitchen and dining area flow off the living room. You will find an island ideal for prepping your next meal along with a stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave. The dining area offers a table with seating for seven to go along with three additional seats at the bar.

Past the kitchen the hallway leads to a pair of bedrooms and a shared bathroom. Both bedrooms are equipped with a queen bed and ample closet space. The shared full bathroom provides a modern vanity and walk-in shower.

The the stairs you will find the final two bedrooms and another shared bathroom. One room is finished with a pair of double beds while the latter offers a pair of twin beds. The full bathroom is finished with a tub and vanity as well. The twin bedroom also offers a T.V. equipped with a DVD player. Guests may bring their own streaming device to allow for more varied entertainment if they would like.

Centrally located on Oak Island, Aw Shucks is convenient to local activities, stores, and eateries, as well as the bridge leading to historic Southport and its many stores and historic points of interest. So whether your idea of a vacation is taking long naps in the island breeze, exploring local landmarks, or teeing up for 18 holes at one of the area's playable but challenging golf courses, you will find your island home at Aw Shucks!

About the Area

Located on 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 the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips for getting the perfect Wilmington, NC rental home experience:

When to visit & When to reserve a Wilmington, NC rental home:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• To find the largest rental home within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Wilmington, NC restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Many property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guide magazines which include special deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• To start, have your family decide on vacation dates and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Aw Shucks: Spacious Oceanfront Home w\/Covered Porch and Dune Top Deck has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available online. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before you book your home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what bed configuration is right for your vacation.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, search for a property that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? If so, use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your peace. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good feedback to inspire future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.