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 splendid 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 grandiose 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.

Strategies to get the very best rental experience:

When to go & When to book:

• To find the best value, try shifting your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides contain deals for local shops and restaurants.

Make a plan and choose your Wilmington, NC vacation home:

• Select vacation week and maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Dogs Allowed at Mermaid Cove Beautiful Beach House has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine which bed configuration is optimal for your trip.
• If there's a certain Wilmington, NC beach you love, browse properties that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some do not. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Tips for a fantastic stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• On check-out day, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a wonderful time? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss 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 comments.