The Inkwell - A Cozy and Spacious Beach Cottage - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Bring the whole family to The Inkwell…a great beach bungalow with tons of room for fun. The Inkwell is attractively decorated, clean, well maintained and supplied with everything you need to make your beach trip worry-complimentary. Beach access is at SE 40th Street…a short walk away. The Inkwell features a freshly refreshed covered porch with rocking chairs. You can also savor a nice evening out on the screened in deck. Or appreciate an outdoor fire at the firepit.

A $100 deposit will be requested through Vacation Rental By Owner once a booking is made. It will be refunded through Vacation Rental By Owner within 24hrs of check out included there aren’t any damages.

The golf cart stored on the property is NOT accessible to guests. Please do not touch it or attempt to use.

About the Area

Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island, is home to this cottage. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the perfect Oak Island rental experience:

Getting the most from your rental budget:

• To get the best value, consider shifting your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family.
• Property management companies usually offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Often, property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides that include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a partnership 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.

How to choose and book the best Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Start by selecting your potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. The Inkwell - A Cozy and Spacious Beach Cottage has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property owner before reserving the vacation home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC destination you are crazy about, keep an eye out for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or charges might be applied to your invoice.

More tips for your visit:

• Get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental.
• Note any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are very helpful if damages are assessed.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Just before checking out, take a walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on good feedback to stimulate more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.