The Turtle Shell: Home Across from Ocean Crest Pier and Restaurant - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
1 King | 3 Queens | 2 Twin Rolling Cots

Welcome to the Turtle Shell, OKI’s best, offering one of the biggest private pools on the island (40X16)! Savor handsome broad ocean vistas, direct beach access, as well as the Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way Restaurant just steps away across the street. This property provides ample on-site parking so no need to pay additional to go to the beach. As many of our reviews attest, this location simply is the finest!

Please savor the private pool which includes a generous tanning ledge, also great for young kids to splash around on, a massive deep end with bench seating to appreciate beverages while calming in the pool and tons of space for lap swimming as well. Please inquire about the heating and cooling function for an additional fee.

The Turtle Shell offers outdoor space running the gamut from shaded decks to under-home picnic areas to sunshine by the pool with ample lounge seating for all. The covered front porch is a favorite spot to enjoy coffee in the morning and happy hours in the afternoon while watching the waves crash with gorgeous unobstructed vistas of the ocean and pier. The covered area under the home is the ideal place to have a shrimp boil on the two picnic tables or stay covered while cooking on the gas grille. The covered back porch overlooks the pool and offers respite from the sun and wind. There are many places to congregate and play games or watch beautiful sunsets.

This beautiful vacation rental features an open floor plan featuring an refreshed kitchen with ocean vistas and space for all the chefs in the family including stainless steel appliances and quartz counter tops next to an upsized dining table with ample bench seating to accommodate family. The kitchen and dining areas open into the sizable living room which includes ample seating and a huge screen TV with intelligent features and a DVD library all with the same impressive ocean vistas. The high-speed internet accepts streaming on all devices including HD Roku TVs in each room. The pocket doors on one side of the home are ideal for separate families or young kids to provide a peaceful space on one side of the home or while you wash a load of clothes.

The bedroom layout is ideal with two bedrooms separated by one bathroom on each side of the home. The two front bedrooms (king and queen) have striking ocean vistas. All bedrooms have generous light, clothing storage, ceiling fans, as well as blinds and curtains for those that enjoy dark sleeping quarters.

Off-season nightly units available with a two-nighttime minimum.

Guests should note that an additional pool heating or cooling fee is required for each day a guest requests these services. Guest must request the pool heating and pay the fee by calling the OIA office during normal business hours at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Pool heating is only available when temperatures are 55 degrees Fahrenheit and warmer.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park 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 horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Oak Island rental home experience:

Sticking to a spending plan:

• Summer time is high season in Oak Island. Book your vacation in the Spring or Fall to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property management companies usually offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines contain coupons for local shops and restaurants.

Filter your rental search:

• Start by choosing potential vacation weeks and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. The Turtle Shell: Home Across from Ocean Crest Pier and Restaurant has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the host before booking the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? If so, use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must reserve a property that allows animals. Get specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.

Know before you go:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• During arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many problems.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Re-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items on check-out day. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a excellent time? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.