Once Upon a Tide: Spacious Oceanfront Home with Heated Pool, Electric Car Charge - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 26
• 10 Bedrooms
• 10 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

10 Bedrooms | 9 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
9 Kings | 2 Double-over-double Bunk Beds

Step into oceanfront heaven at this home that provides all of the space you need for your sizable family hideaway! All rooms but one are equipped with king-sized beds, ensuring a roomy nighttime's sleep. The final bedroom is finished with bunk beds great for the little ones!

This home features an elevator that accesses all floors. The gourmet kitchen is complete with a double oven and two fridges making cooking for your huge group a breeze.

Need to entertain after eating dinner as a group? The dining room table converts into a pool table!

Unwind and relax in the cavernous oceanfront pool ,which can be heated for an additional cost.

For the eco-conscious traveler, this home features a TESLA car charger and solar panels.

Find your happiness at Once Upon a Tide!

Guests should note that an additional pool heating fee is required for each day a guest requests pool heating. Guest must request the pool heating and pay the fee by calling the OIA office during normal business hours at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Pool heating is only available when temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit and warmer.

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 attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Oak Island vacation rental tips and tricks:

Getting the best rental value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. Book your Wilmington, NC vacation home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitors guides have money saving offers on local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to choose the best rental home:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation week, and choose a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Once Upon a Tide: Spacious Oceanfront Home with Heated Pool, Electric Car Charge has 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is almost always available online. If not, call the host before you reserve your rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a pet-friendly property. Request information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Record any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if there is a dispute.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out 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 a review! Property managers rely on great feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.