Become an AQUAHOLIC in this oceanfront, dog friendly home on Oak Island! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2500 square feet

Aquaholic's oceanfront LOCATION on Oak Island, NC, is the ideal spot to savor a coastal vacation. With its white, sandy beaches and elegant sunsets, it is no surprise that Oak Island was voted one of America’s top 10 family/dog-friendly beaches. ENJOY expansive ocean vistas from this amazingly appointed oceanfront home on an over sized lot located on the charming West End of the Island. This rare oceanfront location sits neatly between the waters of the Atlantic ocean and the Montgomery Slough Sound. Take your choice - a swim in the ocean or drop the kayak in the slough for some backside water fun. An exclusive part of Oak Island with hardly anyone to share it with!
Sit on the broad AQUAHOLIC decks while you renew and relax, appreciating picture ideal ocean vistas, impressive sunsets, and relaxing breezes. Watch boats cruise by and dolphins at play. The bedrooms in this home boast gorgeous ocean AND marsh vistas.

THE SPACE consists of 2500 sq. feet of living area and utilizes an OPEN floor plan. The home is attractively decorated with a calming, neutral palette. There are 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, making this home very comfortable for 15 guests. The main living area includes an refreshed kitchen with new cabinets and floor, stainless appliances, solid surface counters, a dining area and a sizable living room. A wall of windows let in tons of natural light as well as beautiful ocean vistas. Updates include a metal roof, siding, and gourmet kitchen with every gadget you could ever need to prepare your fresh catch.
What We’re Doing for your SAFETY:
Practicing Social Distancing with Keyless Entry – A unique keyless entry code provides the ability to go directly to the vacation rental without the need for person-to-person contact.
Increasing the Rigor of Cleaning Procedures – To provide clean and safe accommodations, following CDC recommendations, we are increasing the rigor of cleaning and disinfecting using EPA-registered household disinfectants. As such, early check-ins and late check-outs are suspended indefinitely. Should you arrive early, please plan to go to the beach or find another activity that keeps you away from the home so the cleaning crew can properly disinfect before your stay. The cleaners ask that you not leave your belongings in the home, or congregate by the pool prior to check in.

PROPERTY DETAILS SLEEPS 15. First floor: (bedrooms #1 & #2) TWO master suites that boast striking ocean AND marsh vistas, each with private bathrooms. Upstairs, master suite (#3) with private bath, and bedroom #4 with 2 queen beds and full bath. Also on the second floor, you’ll appreciate one huge (#5) bunk room for the kids with bespoke made twin beds (3) and twin trundles (2). All three upstairs bedrooms offer water vistas from every angle.

THE AMENITIES are many, beginning with covered parking and lighting. You will also have access to a 12'6" x 26’ private pool and outdoor shower (the pool can be heated for an additional fee). Unwind after dinner in the 7 person HOT TUB which sits right on the oceanfront deck overlooking the water. Intelligent TVs are in ALL FIVE BEDROOMS and the living room. A portable crib and high chair are available for your use. All Aquaholic beach units include bed and bath linens for all stays. There will be some beach chairs and body boards for your use. Please plan to BRING YOUR OWN beach/pool towels.

WALK to the Blue Point Marina to launch your boat/kayak or paddle board. You will appreciate all that OKI has to offer; miles of sandy dog-friendly beaches, fishing piers, Town parks, recreation center, tennis courts, golf courses, shopping, eateries and more - there is really something for everybody.

HOUSEKEEPING - AQUAHOLIC is owned and managed by its owners, and is cared for by the same housekeepers every week. The home is cleaned for your arrival every Saturday morning throughout the summer. An island resident/handyman is available for maintenance issues when guests are in residence.

PET POLICY We adore our family pets and want to share our home with you and yours. We welcome up to two, well behaved dogs at AQUAHOLIC. We are committed to a CLEAN and PEST COMPLIMENTARY environment. Monthly maintenance and pest control services are included as well as DEEP CLEANING between renters. Please allow us to keep AQUAHOLIC PET FRIENDLY by respecting our policies and pre-treating your pet at home for fleas/ticks. The PET FEE is $90 for the first dog and an additional $50 for a second dog.
There are 4 pet friendly eateries in Oak Island that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables (Bob’s Dogs, Kai Joe’s, Shagger Jack’s and The Lazy Turtle).
Dogs that are leashed are allowed year round on Oak Island beaches. Dogs are allowed off their leash from October 16 until March 15 from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. in locations marked by beach access signs.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the beach. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Booking the best Southport vacation property experience:

Getting the best value:

• In the Southport area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Summer is high season in the Southport area. Book your rental property in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines have discounts for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Make a plan and pick your prefect Southport vacation home:

• Choose vacation week and budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Become an AQUAHOLIC in this oceanfront, dog friendly home on Oak Island! has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the host before you reserve the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what configuration is best for your vacation.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Get details on breed, size, and type requirements. Some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction or event? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would at home.
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your family's stay, make note of any problem areas when you arrive. Call the host right away to record any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers disrupting your life at home. Practice the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property manager was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.