CARAWAY COTTAGE: newly listed home. Easy walk to ocean beaches & fishing pier - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

New home. 3 bedroom, 2 full bath. 1568 sq ft. 10 min. walk to ocean pier, beaches. Fenced yard, ample parking, peaceful and safe neighborhood. Near golf, fishing, and multiple beaches. All the amenities of home with linens, washer and dryer. Ideal for a convenient weekend hideaway. Owner leaves well equipped kitchen essentials for dining in or eat in close by island eateries. In Tranquil Harbor area near Yaupon beach.

About the Area

This vacation home is located 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 attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total pets

Rental home tips and tricks:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summer months are high season in Oak Island. To get the best value, shift your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Cape Fear area visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides contain coupons for nearby tours and attractions.

How to choose the best rental home:

• Choose vacation week and maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. CARAWAY COTTAGE: newly listed home. Easy walk to ocean beaches & fishing pier has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property manager before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Visiting for a specific event? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your stay:

• We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• At Check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let crooks ruin your holiday.
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to compel more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.