5BR\/3.5BA Home - 2nd Row, Pool, Tiki Bar, Ocean Views, Beach, Sleeps 13 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Flip Flops & Flamingos - 5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath House, 2nd Row with Ocean Vistas, Sleeps 13

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Entirely equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features:
- Event home (for an additional fee)
- Centrally located in the heart of Oak Island
- Beach access just across the street
- Within walking distance to Middleton Park with basketball, tennis, playgrounds, water splash pad and more; unique stores; great dining; trails; fishing
- Convenient to Publix and Food Lion grocery stores, Ocean Crest Pier, Oak Island Golf Course, Oak Island Lighthouse, sky diving, zip-lining, helicopter rides, and other fun activities
- Short 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Beds: 1K, 5Q, 1T
- Jetted soaking tub in master suite
- TVs in all bedrooms
- Private swimming pool
- Outdoor tiki bar and picnic area by the pool
- Charcoal grille
- Enclosed outdoor shower
- Private/covered parking
- Boat parking
- No family pets allowed

Flip Flops & Flamingos - This attractively decorated, well-maintained home will have you casual in no time! Savor warm sunny days by the beach with your very own PRIVATE POOL and entertainment area that includes a tiki bar with picnic table and charcoal grille. Imagine walking across the street for a day of calming on the beach and taking in some fishing while the kiddos build sand castles. Then, come back to your beach home and grille out that fresh catch by the pool, as evening brings the most spectacular sunsets you've ever seen. You could wake up each morning and soak in the sunrise from one of the ocean-facing covered front porches. The completely equipped kitchen will allow the chef in the family the work space needed to prepare that special meal for family and friends. Appreciate the many amenities this home offers such as wireless internet, flat-screen Intelligent TVs with You Tube, and jetted tub. Located close to the park with tennis, basketball courts, and even a water splash pad the kids will adore! There are also many great eateries, grocery stores, and unique stores within walking distance. Oak Island Golf Course is only a five min. drive away for the golf lovers among you. The course has 18 handsome holes with holes #9 and #18 having the ocean as backdrops. The Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island ferries offer you the opportunity to have a great daytrip to visit and discover other beaches close by. What are you waiting for?! Get your flip flops and come on over! Flip Flops & Flamingos is sure to be your new vacation sweet spot year after year! See you when you get here!

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 activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing 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 required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the best rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To get the best value, consider changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked early. Booking your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Some hosts offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, picking, and booking the rightrental home:

• Select a designated group leader, select your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. 5BR\/3.5BA Home - 2nd Row, Pool, Tiki Bar, Ocean Views, Beach, Sleeps 13 has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rentals search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available on booking pages. If not, email or call the property manager before you book your home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? If so, use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask your host about your furry family members before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas during check in. E-mail the host right away to record any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers bothering your peace. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often 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 out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on great feedback to stimulate new reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.