Stuck in Parrotdise: Neighborhood Coastal Retreat with Amazing Outdoor Spaces - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Twin-over-double Bunk Bed

Get the neighborhood feel of Oak Island at Stuck in Parrotdise! This rental is located in the woodlands, less than a mile from the beach and Intracoastal Waterway. The Oak Island Rec Center is a five-min. walk away, and the public kayak launch is an eight-min. walk. Grocery stores and local eateries are about a five-min. drive.

Walking in, you'll encounter the living room. Painted in neutrals, it's the ideal place to relax after a long day at the beach! There's a enormous T.V., books and family games for your enjoyment. Wander over to the dining room, with a table that sits six. A granite countertop bar with two barstools overlooks the kitchen, which is supplied with cooking basics and essentials.

Open the double doors to find an additional room tucked away. Tons of windows fill this room with natural light. It contains a wet bar and an additional table with four high-top chairs. There is a TV to put on your favorite show as you sip on some beverages.

The main bedroom is equipped with a king bed, an en suite bathroom along with a walk-in closet. On the other side of the home are two other bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed and the other with a twin-over-double bunk bed, which has a TV. There is a shared full bath between them.

On the ground level is a covered area for you and your family to swing in a hammock, sit back in comfortable chairs and prepare a meal using the grille. There is a fenced-in yard for your kids to run around and play in, and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water to rinse off after swimming.

Brightly colored patio furnishings on the upstairs covered porch provides the ideal summer feel on your vacation. This home supplies you with beach chairs, umbrellas, toys and even a beach cart to carry it all! There are also bicycles if you'd prefer a calming ride in the neighborhood. Have it all in Parrotdise!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best vacation home experience:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, try shifting your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable 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 on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some property managers offer discounts for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting and booking your prefect Wilmington, NC vacation home:

• Select vacation dates and spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Stuck in Parrotdise: Neighborhood Coastal Retreat with Amazing Outdoor Spaces has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the property owner before you book the home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out what is best for your vacation family.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC attraction you love, keep an eye out for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a terrific stay? Most rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.