Modern Oceanfront Cottage with Direct Beach Access & Near Pier - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

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

Searching for your next coastal watering hole? Welcome to Uncle Ed's! This modernized 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom Oak Island oceanfront bungalow has everything you need for your next vacation with family and friends. Imagine waking up to a cup of warm coffee in your hand, stepping out onto the partially covered porch with ample seating, and walking down the stairs to feel the sun on your skin and sand between your toes. There's an outdoor shower to rinse off from the beach, and there is even a gas grille for your bar-b-queuing enjoyment! If you feel like exploring, the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier is only a few blocks away, and you're close to the best spots on Oak Island — whether it's dining, shopping, or getting out on the Intracoastal Waterway for a boat ride.

Inside, you'll find an open floor plan featuring vaulted ceilings and windows that maximize the ocean vistas — ideal for watching the pretty sunrises and sunsets. The living area features a calming ambiance with comfortable seating, a enormous flatscreen TV, and those gorgeous vistas! When you're ready to prepare a snack or a meal together, you'll adore the remodeled kitchen with its stainless-steel appliances, sizable gourmet kitchen sink, super peaceful Bosch dishwasher and cavernous center island. Savor your delicious dishes while overlooking the waves crashing from the broad dining table that features seating for up to 10!

There are two bedrooms on this lower level, both featuring comfortable queen size beds and unique artwork that adds character to this impressive hideaway spot! These bedrooms share the downstairs bathroom featuring a humongous walk-in shower and extended vanity to give you plenty of space for your toiletries.

The upstairs additional loft area has a nautical-themed couch and offers the ideal place to snuggle up to read your favorite novel, take an afternoon nap, or play games! Down the hall is where you'll find the remaining 2 bedrooms: both have one queen-size bed and one twin bed – ideal for couples traveling together or families looking for additional space. These bedrooms share the upstairs bathroom with an extended vanity and a tub/shower combination.

And there are so many more amenities than we can list, like wireless internet and the Bosch high efficient stacked washing machine and dryer! No matter what type of beach adventure awaits you at Oak Island vacation home, one thing's certain: memorable memories will be made here at Uncle Ed's. Don't wait to book your stay!

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear units during your stay! You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more! The choice is yours! For this home you are eligible for up to $245.00 credit on any beach gear! Book now to reserve your gear today!

Please Note: Linens are supplied with your reservation and contain the following: flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.

We know you want to relax without stopping at the store when you get to the island. To get you started, we provide a welcome kit that includes trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, a dishwasher pod, a washing machine pod, dishwashing soap, hand soap at every sink, bath soap, and shampoo/conditioner.

As you will find when selecting dates on the calendar, there are minimum stay requirements based on the season. There is a 7 nighttime minimum with a mandatory Saturday to Saturday rental pattern in the peak summer months, and there is more flexibility in the slower seasons. You can find a chart of our seasons and minimum stay requirements on our FAQ page, and please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!

About the Area

Located on the beach, 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best vacation home experience:

Money saving strategies:

• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our favorite way to save money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. 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 have money saving offers on nearby accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• To start, have your group choose dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Modern Oceanfront Cottage with Direct Beach Access & Near Pier has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the host before booking your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what bed configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or could be applied to your contract.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC beach you long to visit, browse homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• At Check-in, note any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Upon check-out, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from 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.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families 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 manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.