Surfsong: Oceanfront Home in Private Setting on West Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1624 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
3 Queens | 2 Twins

This vacation rental welcomes up to one dog 50lbs or less per reservation year-round.

Three flat screen LCD TVs, VCR, DVD player, wireless internet. Nice private setting with mature privacy planting on sides of the home. Oceanfront sundeck with great vistas and direct beach access. Front and back covered porches with rockers, swing and picnic table. New ocean side porch and railings replaced 2024, see photos. Weber grille, hammock, boardwalk shower for rinsing after beach time, also an outdoor shower with hot/cold water option and parking underneath the home. Ocean vistas from every room, dining table seats up to eight, four ceiling fans in bedrooms. Books, games, puzzles and cards. Booster seat, playpen. No smoking inside or out. This classic Carolina bungalow has been refreshed with luxury vinyl plank floor throughout the living areas, kitchen, and baths. All interior doors have been replaced with new white, solid wooden doors with a bungalow look. Outside there is now a privacy wall in place, and a landscape manager will keep the yard looking sharp for your stay! Come to Surfsong, your place by the sea!

About the Area

Located on 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. 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

Strategies to get the perfect Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• To get the largest vacation home within your budget, we suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at local restaurants, tours, and activities.
• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Property managers frequently offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines have discounts for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to choose the best rental in Oak Island:

• Begin by choosing a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. Surfsong: Oceanfront Home in Private Setting on West Beach has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is often accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before reserving the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC beach you crave, browse homes that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or applied to your agreement.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Upon arrival, record any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect your property!
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to inspire more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.