Bring Your Dog to this Oceanfront Home and \"Linger Longer\"-Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Linger Longer - 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath House, Oceanfront, Sleeps 8

**New to the Rental Market**

Bed Layout: 1K, 1Q, 2 BB T/T Sleeps 8
Bedroom 1 - 1 King
Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen
Bedroom 3 - 2 BB T/T

Notable & Unique Features:
- Direct beach access
- Spectacular ocean vistas with charming sunrises and sunsets
- Centrally located in the heart of Oak Island
- Within walking distance to nature trails; fishing; Pepperoni Grille Restaurant; King's Beachwear; Oak Island Cabana; Middleton Park with basketball hoops, splash pad water park, multiple playgrounds, skateboard park, tennis court, baseball field, and Summer Concert Series
- Convenient to many great stores, eateries, grocery stores, Ocean Crest Pier, 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
- Entertainment: Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming. TVs in all bedrooms.
- Kitchen: Quartz countertops. Stainless-steel appliances. Fridge. Electric range with cooktop. Dishwasher. Microwave.
- LVP and tile floor throughout
- Expansive oceanfront porch (partially covered and partially a sun deck)
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Boat parking
- Private parking (4 spaces total - 2 covered, 2 uncovered)

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

This striking home will definitely hit the sweet spot for your beach vacation! Centrally located in the heart of Oak Island and only mins. from everywhere you will want to be! This home also offers direct beach access if you feel like digging your toes in the sandy shore or taking a long walk on the beach. Painless to spend all day calming in the sun and building sand castles. Before going inside, you can rinse all the sand away in the enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower. You are sure to adore relaxing on the oceanfront porch appreciating the ocean vistas and spectacular sunrises and sunsets. You can choose the cool of the partially covered side of the porch or sunbathe on the sun deck while overlooking the waves as they roll onto shore. Warm salty breezes and the call of pelicans as they fly in formation overhead. Ideal for modest families or a group of friends looking for a hideaway trip to the beach. This sweet spot will have you wanting to extend your vacation and "linger longer." Make your reservation today before this island treasure gets taken! See you soon!

**Please Note: As of 11/9/24, this property no longer accepts family pets. However, guest reservations made prior to 11/9/24 with dogs will be honored**

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore 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 jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tricks and tips to get the optimal rental home experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the best value, consider changing your family's Wilmington, NC vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC 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 fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to select the perfect rental home:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your dates, and choose a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Bring Your Dog to this Oceanfront Home and \"Linger Longer\"-Sleeps 8 has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the host before you book the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You'll need to determine what configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you will need a pet-friendly rental. Ask for specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Have a fantastic stay:

• We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many problems.
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect your property!
• Upon arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Upon check-out, complete a final walk-through to confirm you didn't forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to propel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.