Blue Fish Shack: 4 Bed\/3 Bath Waterway Home with Private Boat Dock - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2760 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
3 Queens | 1 Double | 1 Single | 1 Twin-Twin Bunk Bed

This vacation rental welcomes up to 2 dogs per reservation year-round.

The BLUE FISH SHACK is waterfront and centrally located on the intercoastal Waterway, so you are close to everything. Recently remodeled inside and out including a bigger floating dock. Totally equipped handsome open kitchen/dining room with seating for 83 intelligent HDTV's (2 with the addition of basic cable). Also supplied is wireless high-speed internet. Entirely equipped elegant open kitchen/dining room with seating for eight. Efficiency apartment downstairs with one queen and one single bed plus a kitchenette, no inside access (separate entrance). Covered porch and deck with rockers, lounge chairs, and vistas of the ICW. Porch is equipped with a removable infant and pet gate too. Outside shower with hot and cold water, gated boat dock (lifts are not for guest use), extended floating dock, and fish cleaning station, gas grille and fire pit. Internet access and cable TV included.

BLUE FISH SHACK offers use of the dock for boats or use the floating dock to launch the two kayaks supplied to discover the Intracoastal waterway. Throw your crab basket or fishing line in from the dock to catch your dinner. Savor evenings by the fire pit under the stars.

Put your boat in the water at Dutchman Creek at NE 55th street only a couple blocks away. Regardless of your activities while here, savor the BLUE FISH SHACK on the Intracoastal and it's must see sunrises and sunsets.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, 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 Founders Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center 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 rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To get the best value, consider changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner your group can book, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental home six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitor guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, picking, and booking the best Cape Fear area rental:

• Select your dates and budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Blue Fish Shack: 4 Bed\/3 Bath Waterway Home with Private Boat Dock has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before booking the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• Traveling with pets? 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 rental agreement! Additional fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.

During your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your .
• Upon arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a terrific vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.