The Bee's Knees - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1217 square feet

THE BEE'S KNEES is a comfortable and gorgeous dog-friendly, one-level beach bungalow that is only a 15 min. walk to the ocean and less than a 2 min. drive (0.7 miles). This 3-bdr/2-bath one-story home is entirely refreshed and gorgeously decorated. The back screened in patio opens to a shaded backyard with handsome live oak trees and surrounded by a 6-foot fence.

3 Bedroom | 2 Full Bathrooms

1 Queen | 1 Queen | 2 twin bunk beds | All beds have new memory foam beds

Monthly Discount- 21+ nights- 40%
Available monthly from September to April.

Cleaning fee includes linens.

This is our second home that we visit regularly, and have made it cozy & fun for you to savor as well. The home is 0.7 miles from the beach via the SE 9th footbridge(4 blocks over), or about the same distance via the Middleton Rd beach access.

The home has fast 400 mbps Wifi, with complementary streaming Spectrum(cable), and access to your Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu accounts via the Intelligent TVs. The following has been supplied to make your stay as comfortable and simple as possible:

* Outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a dog wash sprayer
* Washer & Dryer
* Beach towels
* Beach wagon
* Beach chairs
* Beach totes
* Boogie and skim boards
* Bicycles (bring your own helmets)
* High chair
* Pack 'n play (bring your own linens)
* Stroller
* Board games
* 22" Weber charcoal kettle grille (charcoal NOT supplied)
* Weber Spirit 3 burner propane grille (propane IS supplied)
* Fire pit with Adirondack Chairs (wood not included, but all local grocery stores sell firewood)
* Wireless and multiport cell phone/device chargers

The home also has 2 dog beds and 3 dog bowls. There is a shop vac in the garage so you can vacuum out all that beach sand before you return home.

The master bedroom has a queen sized bed, dresser, desk, full bath with enormous walk in shower, vanity with granite top, huge walk-in closet, and a 42" Intelligent TV.

Bedroom #2 has a queen sized bed, two nighttime stands, 32" Intelligent TV, and a closet.

Bedroom #3 sleeps up to 4 people with two sets of twin bunk beds(upper bunk beds have pocket organizers to hold cell phones, eyeglasses, etc) and a nightstand.

The living room has a cathedral ceiling, ceiling fan, a microfiber couch, matching appreciate seat, two swivel chairs, a 50" intelligent tv, and a gas log fireplace.

The completely supplied kitchen features:

* Stainless steel appliances(microwave, smooth top stove, dishwasher, sizable refrigerator/freezer)
* KitchenAid mixer
* Pizza pans
* Cookie sheets
* Muffin pans
* Casserole dish
* Turkey roasting pan
*12 cup coffee maker
* Keurig coffee maker
* 2 qt and 5 qt crock pot
* Ninja blender
* Toaster
* Mixing bowls
* Measuring cups
* Drinkware, Dinnerware, Flatware, Wine Glasses
* Pots & pans
* Spice rack with spices, salt, pepper.

The dining area has seating for 7 people, while the screened in porch can accommodate an additional 8 people (6 person dining set and a 2 person bistro set).

Bed linens and bath towels are included and will be shrink wrapped on upon arrival. Owners supply a STARTER PACK ONLY of shampoo,body wash,dish soap,dishwasher pod,laundry detergent,paper towels,toilet paper,trash bags. Additional supplies may be purchased from the grocery store.

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Dogs must be booked in advance with a $150 pet fee paid at booking.

HOME RULES-
NO SMOKING/vaping on the property
Only 8 people are allowed to stay overnight-STRICTLY ENFORCED
No Parties or Events
Copy of license and signed rental agreement required.
Guests must sign rental agreement within 48 hours of booking
A $500 security deposit hold will be applied to guest's credit card 2 days before arrival then released 4 days after departure
Please be respectful of the neighbors as most of them are full time residents. Town of OKI peaceful hours are 11pm-7am

Did you know that we offer a golf cart rental?

It is SO much fun to cruise to the beach on our 2023 six passenger Bintelli electric street legal golf cart. It has a beach chair rack on the back and constructed in bluetooth speakers so you can listen to your favorite music!

The cost is $85 per nighttime (April 1-Sept 30) and $55 a nighttime in the off season (Oct 1-March 31) and is rented for the duration of your stay. Golf cart rental fee is non-returnable due to operator error or poor weather conditions.

We will need a copy of you driver's license, auto insurance, and a signed copy our golf cart waiver and usage guidelines. Must be at least 25 years old to rent golf cart.

Month long stays (28+nights) are subject to an additional mid-stay cleaning and linen swap out charge of $285.00.

Garage is not available for guest's car use, this is where we store our golf cart . There is room for 3 cars in the driveway.

Restricted thermostat- no lower than 68 for AC and no higher than 75 for heat.

Please read the binder located inside the home for more important information about the property and the island.

About the Area

Located by the sea, 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 activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, motor boating and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.

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

4 total pets

Booking the best Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:

• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. To book the most suitable rental home within budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Booking websites usually offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guide magazines have discounts for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Choose vacation week and max budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. The Bee's Knees has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, call the host before reserving the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You'll need to establish what configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

Have a fantastic stay:

• Get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out. Protect your property!
• To make sure that damages are not linked to your visit, note any problem areas during arrival. E-mail the rental manager immediately to report any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respect the neighborhood. Frequently, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Re-check the property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or host was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.