Beach Happy: Kid-friendly Home Less Than a Mile From the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1064 square feet

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

Tucked away in the serene woodlands of Oak Island, Beach Happy is an ideal home base for your family hideaway.

Start your day with a cup of coffee and a book on the screened-in front porch with bistro lighting, furnished with outdoor seating. There's a comfortable conversation area as well as a huge table for outdoor dining and a porch swing.

Only three quarters of a mile away from the beach, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers a calming, peaceful vacation spot in a largely residential section of the island.

Spend quality time with your group in the living room equipped with a 55-inch flat screen intelligent TV centered in front of a cozy L-shaped couch suited to hold the whole family. Or settle down with one of the many books, board games or puzzles for your enjoyment. Despite feeling disconnected from the world due to the peaceful surroundings, you won't be thanks to wireless internet access throughout the whole home.

Fire up the gas grille while the kids play in the fenced-in backyard or test your culinary skills in the kitchen, which is outfitted stainless-steel appliances. There is also plenty of equipment to use during your trips to the beach or while appreciating the backyard, including six beach chairs and an umbrella, adult and kids's beach games, a bag game, and a backyard hockey game.

Retire for the nighttime in one of two king sized beds and tuck the kids into the bunk bed (twin over a double). There is another twin bed in the bunk room, and each bedroom features its own TV for personal entertainment.

Other supplied amenities include a booster seat and pack-n-play.

Plan your family friendly hideaway today!

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 The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. 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 horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

How to find the best Cape Fear area rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Cape Fear area area. To book the most suitable vacation home within budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Cape Fear area restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property management companies usually offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guide magazines which often include special deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Finding the perfect vacation home in Oak Island:

• To start, have your family agree to trip dates and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Beach Happy: Kid-friendly Home Less Than a Mile From the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is usually available on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the owner about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• Is your group looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More tips for your visit:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many concerns.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect your property!
• During arrival, document any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Be respectful. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Re-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items on check-out day. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean 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.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.