Dogs Allowed at Mermaid Cove Beautiful Beach House - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Up to 3 Dogs Accepted at Mermaid Cove in Oak Island

Accepts Short Stays, Rents Saturday to Saturday in Summer

3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom/Sleeps 9 

You won't want to leave the Mermaid Cove in the peaceful wooded area of Oak Island, just 2 blocks from the beach walkover. The well marked walkway at SE 31st street provides a town kayak launch for the Davis Canal and a great view of the center of the island, not accessible by car. This is our favorite area to catch a great sunrise/sunset around the marshlands and to check out a lot of waterbirds. There is a secondary walking path at SE 20th so there is potential for a longer loop for the runners in your group!  We have lawn games for the teenagers and an elevator for the great grandparents. Welcome to indoor - outdoor living at its best, with 2 screened porches, one up and one down, and a sun room off the living room. Our yard features a cornhole play area, putting green, and an outdoor shower. Wood floors throughout the living area make us user friendly for beach goers. The great room is the ideal place for togetherness when you get back from the beach.  Our bright, white open kitchen has all the storage and cookware you will need to make meals at home. Savor the close by public boat launch and our neighborhood park's  Splash Pad, Pickle Ball/Tennis courts, exercise center, senior center, and outdoor concerts at the amphitheater.  

Ground Level: We are a one story home with Stairs or Elevator Lift to the living level.
We have a security camera at the front door.

Outdoor Shower,  Screened In Patio with Outdoor Dining, Gas Grille, Outdoor seating throughout garden.  Owner provides Cornhole.  Guest bring own club and balls for putting green.  1 adult bicycle and 1 kid's bicycle for guest use.

Level 2: We are a one story home on pilings.
Screened porches with chaise lounges, ceiling fan.
Sun Room with modest portable heater, ceiling fan.
Living Room: Intelligent TV, Sectional Couch, Ceiling Fan. Open floor plan.
Dining: Seating for 6 at table and counter seats for 2.
Kitchen: stainless steel refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave. Ninja Multi-Cooker, modest appliances.
Primary Bedroom Suite: King Bed, Dresser, Wardrobe, Ceiling fan, Intelligent TV, Soft Side Seating Vignette, Ensuite Bath.
Primary Ensuite Bathroom: Custom tile shower, double vanity, toilet.
Guest Bedroom with Queen Bed, and a Twin/Twin Bunk Bed
Shared Hallway Bathroom with Bathtub and Shower
Guest Bedroom with Queen Size Bed, additional 3/4 Futon

Parking: 3-4 cars, size dependent. (Boat onsite is owner's property and not for guest use.)
Linens: Linens will be wrapped in sanitary packaging and laying on the bedspread

Rental Policies:
In response to increased incidence of credit card fraud, a valid government photo ID will be required for every reservation. A signed rental agreement is required: accepting House Rules on any online travel agency requires reading and acceptance of our rental agreement.

Arrival/Departure:
Summer Check-Ins (June-August) begin at 4pm and are guaranteed by 6pm
Off Season Check-Ins begin at 3pm and are guaranteed by 5pm
Check Out is by 10 am.
We adhere to this policy so please do not arrive early early or plan to delay your departure.

Guest Access
*Electronic entry. You will be included a code before check in.

House Rules:
No events such as weddings, bachelor/bachelorette events, sororities/fraternities
No Smoking

Pet Policy: Up to Three Dogs Accepted One pet fee is supplied. Extra dogs must pay added fee. No cats allowed.

Cancellation Policy:
- Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking
- After 48 hours of booking and more than 60 days out from arrival, a full refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee
- After 48 hours of booking and within 60 days of arrival, there will be no refund processed unless the dates are re rented. If premises are re rented, a refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation fee.

Things To Do:
Oak Island is known for its golden sand beaches, calming blue waters, friendly community, and close proximity to the cities of Southport, Wilmington, and Myrtle Beach. There are many cute island coffee stores, stores, breweries, and a park that showcases a splash-pad for summer fun! With a handsome Golf Club open to summer travelers and over 100 public water access points, there is an abundance of all things adventurous to do on Oak Island! 

If you'd like to keep your exercise routine going while on vacation, you can get an out-of-town Gym pass at Oak Island Recreation Center. Utilize the Rec Center's ample parking, put in at the Kayak ramp and spend hours kayaking our handsome marshes.  Sit on the lawn and appreciate a nighttime off cooking at our Weekly Friday nighttime "Summer Concert In The Park" with a couple of local food truck options at this family centric Live Music event. Beach Day takes place in Oak Island on the Friday prior to July 4th and features all day activities followed by fireworks on the island that evening.

Visit Historic Southport, a seafaring town just five miles from our island, for a bigger nightlife. Southport, at the confluence of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, features a variety of different eateries, bars, live music and shopping. It is one of our favorite places to walk around and check out different food and live music on the weekends. There are complimentary parking options all over town, and you can effortlessly walk to dozens of places while appreciating the breeze from the riverfront and admiring historic homes and general store buildings that date back to the early 1800s. Southport's State Fourth of July Festival is a three-day street fair with artists from all over the state, vendors, and food. It is really like being in an Andy Griffith episode with the parade and sizable finale fireworks show over the river front in Southport.
We look forward to your visit!

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home 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 activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. 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 and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and 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

Note from host: Dogs Only unless otherwise detailed in listing.

Tips and Tricks to get the best rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Summer months are high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Book your Wilmington, NC rental home in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers frequently offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides that include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting the perfect rental home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• To start, have your group agree to dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Dogs Allowed at Mermaid Cove Beautiful Beach House has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, call the property management company before you reserve the rental. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC destination you love, look for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Ask for specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Tips for your stay:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your family's stay, make note of any problem areas during check in. Make contact with the property manager immediately to document any damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• When it's time to leave, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.