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
- Totally 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 charmingly 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 appreciate! 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Tips and Tricks to get the very best Wilmington, NC vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• To find the largest rental within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Wilmington, NC attractions.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines which will include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• First and foremost, have your family choose a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. 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.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available online. Otherwise, call the property owner before booking your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what configuration is right for your family.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? If so, use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• 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 thoroughly! Extra fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

Tips for a great stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Upon arrival, note any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respect your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to confirm you didn't leave anything behind. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.