Waterway Retreat, fishing pier, bikes, kayak, paddleboard! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2900 square feet

Welcome to the peaceful "West End" of Oak island. Here the traffic is slower, the streets are lined with chic trees and the homes have roomy backyards overlooking this calming undeveloped stretch of the Intercoastal Waterway.

Our home has 3 elegant bedrooms and is ideal for a enormous family or two separate families to share. There are 2 full baths and an additional 2 half baths. The cavernous home is roughly 2800 square ft and accepts for many areas to work, study, read or play games. There are 4 separate porches with the biggest being screened in and furnished with two huge couches ideal for outdoor napping!

The kitchen has an L-shaped bar that seats 4 and has a work island to accommodate multiple cooks in the kitchen. Since this has been a family home for many years the kitchen is completely supplied with all cooking necessities. The layout also works great for entertaining or hosting holiday meals. There is also a sizable desk that accepts for a great place remote work and we have a bluetooth linked printer you are welcome to use.

The dining area connects to the kitchen. It has a huge dining table that seats up to 6 so a total of 10 people can be seated between the kitchen and dining area. This dining table over looks the striking azalea and palm tree filled backyard and has sizable wall of glass windows and french doors.

Off the kitchen is the guest bedroom wing. 1st bedroom has two twin beds and a flip out chair bed appropriate for a kid. The 2nd bedroom has a queen size bed a flip out single bed for a kid and a platform twin blow up bed that can accommodate an adult or kid. This bedroom has a private porch overlooking the backyard and an en suite half bath. Between the two bedrooms is a full bathroom, newly modernized with a handsome tile shower, sink and toilet.

The sizable open living room connects to the dining/kitchen area and has two separate seating areas. The main area over looks the backyard through the huge screened in porch. This area has cable TV, a gas burning fireplace and a new x- large comfortable Pottery Barn sectional. There's plenty of room for the whole family to savor a movie together of play games by the fire.

The master bedroom suite is located on its own floor and reached by a staircase off of the living room. It has a spectacular view overlooking the backyard of the Intercoastal waterway. It is very spacious with a queen bed, double bed sleeper couch in the sitting area, desk and plenty of room for a blow up bed or two that can be included upon request. Ideal for a family! The master bath has a double sink vanity, toilet and bath tub/shower combo.

The backyard overlooks a rare undeveloped section of the Intercoastal waterway. The home is located on double lot which accepts for a large very private backyard. It is ideal afternoon games of badminton, paddleball, horseshoe.

Our pier provides a glorious place to appreciate a morning cup of coffee as the fog is clearing or a sunset drink as you watch the fishing boats come in with their bounty. It is relaxing and a fabulous spot to watch the beautiful NC coastal wildlife. This pier has been used for catching hundreds of fish and nearly as many crabs! There is a floating dock for launching kayaks, paddleboards, or just casting for minnows. The main pier has a 4 person constructed in bench, rod holders, crab basket and a cleaning station for fish. Its a fisherman ideal setting.

If you are a fisherman bring your boat and take advantage of the in-shore and off-shore fishing that Oak Island has to offer. The 55th street public boat launch is comfortably accessible. Our driveway has plenty of space to store your boat or trailer. **Note the pier is not avaible for docking a boat unattended, guest can be picked up from the floating dock.

Included with each rental: all linens, towels, beach chairs, gas grille and gas firepit.
Upon request: 4-6 bicycles, surf board, kayak, paddle
board, badminton set, women's and kids golf clubs.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

How to book the best Cape Fear area rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Oak Island. To get the best value, change your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers usually offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guide magazines which will include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Filter your rental search:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your trip dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Waterway Retreat, fishing pier, bikes, kayak, paddleboard! has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before reserving the property. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• If there's a particular Cape Fear area beach you are crazy about, keep an eye out for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be respectful. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not leave anything behind. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a excellent vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.