Ivy Cottage: Dog-Friendly, Oceanfront Cottage with Fenced Yard - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 928 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 1 Full Bathroom | 1 Half Bathroom
1 Queen | 2 Twins | 2 Twin-over-double Bunk Beds | 1 Double Couch Bed

UPDATE: Ivy Cottage has some big changes coming up in 2023, including a repaired deck along with an increase in seating and new furnishings. The fenced yard area will entail a stone patio for the picnic table and modest sitting area overlooking grille area. The remaining area will have Bermuda Sod.

Ivy Cottage is a well-maintained and a comfortable getaway with wood, pergo and tiled floor, an refreshed kitchen and a sunroom with a pullout couch for additional seating and additional dining. The full bathroom features a shower.

The oceanfront deck has rockers and picnic tables plus a security gate for your kids or dogs (this vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round), plus a fenced yard. Outside enclosed shower with hot and cold water and changing room and a charcoal grille.

Three flat screen TV's with cable, three DVD players and wireless internet.

Please note there are limited ocean vistas over dune line.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. 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 cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Oak Island vacation rental booking tips:

When to visit Oak Island & When to book:

• Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring months is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some property management companies offer promotional rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Cape Fear area area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations and attractions.

Choosing the best vacation rental:

• Choose a group leader, select your dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Ivy Cottage: Dog-Friendly, Oceanfront Cottage with Fenced Yard has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email or call the property owner before you reserve the property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what is right for your trip.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before booking
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.

Tips for a fantastic stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• To make certain that no damages are linked to your visit, make note of any problem areas upon check in. E-mail the rental manager immediately to record any damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors bothering your peace. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. 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.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on good feedback to inspire future bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.