Wonderful Island Cottage Just Minutes From the Beach! Sleeps 8 - w\/ Private Bungalow - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1100 square feet

The chronicles of the "Old Lighthouse Cottage"-

..........Oh, the stories this home could tell… It was originally located beside the Oak Island Lighthouse in Caswell Beach for many years, overseeing the comings & goings of the Coast Guard Station and Lighthouse keepers. Just as the famed light was a beacon for incoming ships, this bungalow is also beckoning you with its welcoming spirit.

The surprise to this bungalow is the beautiful private bungalow downstairs. Enter to find a full sized washer & dryer to launder all the guests’ vacation attire. The walls are a natural pine giving you the feel of the nature that surrounds you. Lie on the queen-sized bed and gaze up at a most interesting and gorgeous light/fan combination operated with a remote. Choose from 3 colors of white light to wake you up or create a relaxing ambiance in the evening. The bathroom has a shower and plenty of towels.

Also beckoning you on the bottom floor is a wooden swing and chairs for conversation in the fresh salt air. Carrying on the theme of the natural wood is an outdoor shower for washing off the sandy fun of the day. A huge parking area is great for all your guests to visit.

Head upstairs and gather on the screened front porch to sip your morning coffee or favorite evening drink. Extensive windows give the open living area tons of light. The décor immediately bespeaks of your proximity to the sandy shore. Unwind on the comfortable seating and choose from a wide variety of games and puzzles. There’re even toys for the younger set. Perhaps you want to catch up on your favorite show on the enormous screened intelligent tv. Seating for 6 at the dining table and 4 at the bar for overseeing the creation of the next meal. The well-supplied kitchen is sizable enough for the prepare and a helper.

The bathroom with tub and shower is positioned between the two bedrooms upstairs. The front bedroom has a king bed, another tv, a bags rack and additional seating. The back bedroom is where all the kids will want to spend the evenings streaming movies, playing games, or swapping stories late into the nighttime. It features a bunk bed with a twin bed on top and a full-sized bed on the bottom & another full bed flanks the opposite wall.

This light and airy Old Lighthouse bungalow pays homage to its roots when it sat beside one of three lighthouses in our area welcoming ships from the Atlantic into the mouth of the Cape Fear River.


Sleeping Arrangements:
- Primary: King Bed
- Guest 1: Full next to Twin/ Full bunk combo
- Bungalow: Queen bed


House Conveniences:

-Screened porch

-Bathroom: tub, outdoor shower, hot water

-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, Intelligent TV's, essentials (towels, soap, TP), hangers, linens

-HVAC: heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan

-Home Safety: smoke alarm, first aid kit, fire extinguisher

-Internet: Private wireless internet access (WiFi)

-Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, dishes & silverware, freezer, dishwasher, stove, coffee maker, wine glasses, toaster, baking sheet, & cooking silverware, toaster

-Private Bungalow sleeps 2, bathroom and shower.

*On January 10th, 2023 the Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The cost will be $5 per hour, $20 per day and $80 per week.

House Rules:

-Check-in: After 4pm (strict, unless approved)

-Checkout: By 10am (strict, unless approved)

-Keyless check-in

-NO Animals

-NO SMOKING

-NO PARTIES or EVENTS

-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money

Please read:
**Linens & bath towels are supplied for complimentary in the reservation**

Eateries:

-Island Way

-Shagger Jacks

-Swain's Seafood

-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery

-Bob's Hot Dogs

-Koko Cabana

-Lazy Turtle Bar & Grille

-BBQ House

-Jones Seafood House

-Oak Island Sandwich Shop

-Dairy Queen

-Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream


Stores & Shopping:

-Publix (grocery)

-Lowes Food, just off the bridge on mainland (grocery)

-Food Lion (grocery)

-ABC Liquor Store (liquor)

-Haag & Sons Seafood Market (seafood)

-Strands Outfitters (clothing)


Local Activities:

-Sky Diving

-Helicopter Tours

-Single Prop Plane Tours

-Deep Sea Fishing

-Fishing Piers

-Boat Units

-Mini Golf

-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant)

-Wild Life Observation Dock


Rental Equipment:

-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks


Surrounding Destinations:

-Southport, NC (15 min. drive)

-Wilmington, NC (45 min. drive)

-Myrtle Beach, SC (1 hour drive)


Local Public Services:

-Oak Island Police Department (Dial 911)

-Oak Island Fire Department (Dial 911)


Island Rules:

-DO NOT climb or walk on dunes

-DO NOT interfere with sea turtle beds on beach

-Please respect your neighbors!


Contact your iTrip Property Manager for further questions or comments: James Fosbury

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and Bay Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, sailing, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the optimal Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

When to reserve a Wilmington, NC rental & When to go:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacation rentals during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the best value, consider changing your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Many management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides that include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and choosing your Wilmington, NC rental:

• Begin by choosing a vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Wonderful Island Cottage Just Minutes From the Beach! Sleeps 8 - w\/ Private Bungalow has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property owner before you reserve your home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or could be applied to your invoice.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• Add the host's contact info to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Record any issues with the property at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, take photos of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a excellent time? Many rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.