Ocean View\/Pool\/Dog Friendly\/Elevator\/Center of Town\/1PM Check-In\/East Beach\n - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

LOCATION! Dog Friendly! SALT WATER POOL! Elevator! AND...1PM Check-In! What more could you need!

STEPS AWAY GET AWAY 1 is the vacation rental home for you! It's on the 2nd Row, has an ocean view, saltwater pool, elevator, and will welcome 3 of your furry pups to join in the fun. This property is steps away from the beach, Middleton Park, Shopping and Dining.

All year this property is available for enormous groups of up to 18, BUT during the shoulder months of the summer season, the owners also offer one of the two units that make up this unique property available.

This listing is for the penthouse level (guest will have the whole home to themselves...no one will be occupying the lower level during your stay)
*Sleeps 8 *OceanView
*Salt Water Pool *Elevator
*Dog Friendly. *Family Room
*Dining Area *Laundry Room
*Totally Equipped Kitchen *Enclosed Porch Overlooking Middleton Park
*Master Bedroom - Ocean View, King Bed, Attached Bath, Oceanview Sitting Room
*Master Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Dual Sinks
*Secondary Bedroom - Ocean View, Queen Bed
*Third Bedroom - 2 Twin XL Beds
*Secondary Bathroom - Tub/Shower Combination
*Ocean View Deck
*4 Intelligent TV's

Check-In time is 1:00PM
Check-Out is at 8:00AM.

Dog Fee(s): One Dog $150, each additional dog, up to 3 total, is $99 per dog.

BOOK this property with confidence! Our property is clean and well maintained. The host and owners are local and are dedicated to providing their guests with the best experience possible. Check out our reviews!

Steps Away Get Away 2 (Vacation Rental By Owner # 22910345) - 6BR/4BA The whole home sleeps 18 and is available for year round. Check listing for availability.

The owners also have two ocean front properties with availability....Amazing GraySEA - Caswell Beach (Oceanfront Vacation Rental By Owner #2627052 on Caswell Beach) and Time In A Bottle (Oceanfront Vacation Rental By Owner #2665574 on West Beach near the Point) so check these properties out as well.

The details and amenities of our homes are as follows...

UPPER UNIT - Sleeps 8
*Master BR - King Size Bed, Oceanview, Attached Bath, Walk-in Closet, Sun Porch
with access to Ocean View Deck, 55-inch Intelligent TV
*Second BR - Ocean View, Queen Bed, Cavernous Closet, 44-inch Intelligent TV
*Third BR - 2 XL Twin Beds, Closet, 32-inch Intelligent TV
*Master Bath - Shower, dual vanity
*2nd Bath - Tub /Shower Combination
*Family Room/Dining Area - Queen Sleeper Couch, Ocean View, Access to Ocean Front
Deck, 65-inch Intelligent TV, Dining Table
*Kitchen - Bar Seating, Entirely Equipped
*Laundry Room - Stackable Unit, Laundry Room Sink, Extra Fridge
*Oceanview Deck - Rocking Chairs and Dining Table
*Oceanview Sunporch - Off Master Bedroom with Seating
*Rear Sunporch - Dining Table with a view of Middleton Park and Foosball Table

GROUND LEVEL
*Saltwater Pool
*Jumbo Ping-Pong Table
*Grand Connect 4 Game
*Gas Grille
*Plenty of Parking
*Outdoor Lounging Area
*Outdoor Dining Area - 2 picnic tables
*Game Space - Corn hole, Spike Ball, Bocce Ball
*Outside Shower
*Bicycles

AMENITIES PROVIDED
*Cotton Bed Linens (beds will be freshly made prior to guests arrival)
*Cotton Bath Towels
*Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel
*Laundry Detergent
*Paper Goods

BEACH AMENITIES PROVIDED
*2 Beach Carts (sizable & strong)
*8 Beach Chairs (low)
*2 Beach Chairs (high)
*2 Shibumi Shades
*2 Neso Beach Tents
*4 Beach Towels
*Sand Games - Spike Ball, Bocce Ball

ENTERTAINMENT AMENITIES PROVIDED
*Foosball Table
*Ping Pong Table
*Jumbo Connect 4 Game
*Board Games, Card Games, Puzzles and Books
*Outdoor Games - Corn hole, Spike Ball, Bocce Ball, Oversized Jenga
*Bicycles

Middleton Park is located directly behind the property. The park offers a playground, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, basketball courts, soccer field, picnic shelter, softball field, kid's play structure, kid's splash pad and skateboard park. Middleton Park is also the location for weekly summer concerts. https://oak-islandnc.com/summer-concert-series/ and Live and Local Music and Market during October. https://www.oakislandnc.gov/residents-visitors/upcoming-events!

***DOG GUIDELINES AND FEES***
We are a dog friendly property. The owner will allow up to 3 dogs. Guests with dog(s) will be charge a $150 dog fee at time of booking. There is an additional dog fee of $99 for the second and third dog. The initial $150 should be charged at the time of booking. If the fee is not charged at the time of booking, the host will inform guests of the payment process for the initial dog fee and the additional dog fee, if it applies.

Guests who choose to bring dogs without registering them or bring more than 3 family pets may be escorted off the property and no refund will be given.

1. Please leash your dog at all times when outside of the home.

2. Pick-up all dog waste.

3. Protect the furnishings and linens with protective covers supplied.

4. Please be courteous to our neighbors and do not allow your dog to bark excessively while outside.

5. Do not leave your dog(s) unattended on the deck/porch.

6. Please do not leave your dog inside the home unattended. Please crate your dog(s) when it will be left alone. Even the most well adjusted and well behaved dog can become anxious in an unfamiliar place.

7. Dogs must be housebroken.

About the Area

Located near 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 attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Oak Island vacation rental booking tips:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• Summer is the most expensive season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, change your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer weather, , and reduced traffic.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies usually offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guide magazines have coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

Selecting and booking your prefect Wilmington, NC rental:

• First, have your family select a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. Ocean View\/Pool\/Dog Friendly\/Elevator\/Center of Town\/1PM Check-In\/East Beach\n has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is almost always accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property manager before reserving the rental. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to establish which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
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Tips to have a terrific stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Upon check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a fantastic source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected everything. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. 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.
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