Penny's Place: Beautifully decorated 2 bedroom condo within walking distance to - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo

2 Bedrooms/ 2 Baths: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Set of Bunk beds, 1 Queen Sofabed.

This vacation rental welcomes up to 2 dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.

2 CCTV's with basic cable and 1 Roku TV, DVD player, video/DVD's, CD player, and wireless internet access. Dine at the kitchen bar with seating for five as well as an additional leaf table with seating for two more. A great location featuring walking distance to dining and shopping and the beach access is only one block away! Two covered parking spaces dedicated to the unit allow painless access to the first-floor unit from the stairs. Other shared Ocean Walk community amenities include elevator access, an outdoor shower, and a grilling/picnic area (the latter conveniently around the corner from the unit at the base of the ramp to the pool area).

The Ocean Walk pool is open annually from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Specific condo communities may keep the pool open past Labor Day depending on the homeowner's association's recommendation.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this condo 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. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips to get the best Wilmington, NC rental home experience:

Find your perfect rental:

• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked very early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• To find the largest vacation home within your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guide magazines which often include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to pick the best vacation home in Oak Island:

• To start, have your group commit to a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Penny's Place: Beautifully decorated 2 bedroom condo within walking distance to has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is often available online. Otherwise, call the property owner before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what is best for your vacation group.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly rental. Ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC destination you are enamored with, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

More tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many issues.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would at home.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your visit, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. message the rental manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• At departure, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.