Chic oceanfront cottage for cozy beach getaway - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Welcome to the Cottage at Sandy Bottoms, our oceanfront pet friendly coastal bungalow with extraordinary beach vistas. Located in Oak Island, one of North Carolina’s best beach towns. Savor the upstairs unit with 3BR/2BA, direct beach access (100 steps to water), gourmet kitchen, living room. Shared laundry room w/ washer & dryer. 1 covered & 1 uncovered parking spot. Downstairs suite available separately.

Come view the striking sunrise & sunset from our wraparound deck!

UPSTAIRS UNIT

1st Bedroom - king bed, 2 nightstands with lamps, ceiling fan, intelligent TV, walk-in closet with additional blanket and pillow, en suite bathroom with hair dryer, hand soap, body soap, shampoo, conditioner, and toilet paper.

2nd Bedroom - queen bed, 1 nightstand with lamp, 1 dresser, ceiling fan, TV with Roku, closet with additional blanket, vacuum cleaner, broom with dust pan and vacuum.

3rd Bedroom - king bed, 2 nightstands with lamp, 1 dresser, ceiling fan, intelligent TV, plastic storage bin under the bed with additional blanket and pillow.

Hall bathroom - hand soap, body soap, shampoo, conditioner, and toilet paper.

Kitchen - completely outfitted gourmet kitchen with stainless steel electric stove, upper and lower(drawer) oven, microwave, dishwasher, drink center and refrigerator with Keurig coffee maker. Farm sink, drip coffee maker, toaster, 1 kitchen towel, 1 roll of paper towel, olive oil, salt and pepper. Trash and recycling cans in the peninsula. Roomy banquette.

Living room - wall of windows for appreciating ocean vistas, enormous “L” shaped couch, side table, coffee table, intelligent TV, fan, assorted games in living room cabinet.

Upper deck - outdoor dining table with 2 benches and 2 chairs, 4 rope chairs.

LAUNDRY ROOM

Shared with downstairs unit. Washer, dryer, drying rack, fan and cleaning towels in the cabinet over the dryer.

Guest will have access to the main unit and laundry room. Paved driveway, carport with 1 covered, and 1 uncovered space.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the very best rental experience:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To get the best value, try shifting your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines have offers and deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Filter your rental search:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Chic oceanfront cottage for cozy beach getaway has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the host before reserving the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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! Pet fees or applied to your agreement.
• Does your family require special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Considerations for your stay:

• Add the owner's contact information to your phone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Protect your property!
• Make a record of any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.