Marsh Madness: Large Family House Overlooking the Waterway - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

5 Bedrooms | 4 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
2 King | 3 Queens | 2 Twins | 2 Twin-over-twin Bunk Beds

Three TVs (including a 48" flat screen TV with surround sound) with basic cable, three DVD players, stereo with CD player, in-ceiling speakers in upstairs living room, wireless high-speed internet. Four covered porches with vistas of ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. Marsh side dock opens a new dimension to savor coastal living (one to two feet draft at low tide). Two enclosed outdoor showers with hot and cold water. Within walking distance to Bluewater Point Marina and restaurant, less than 50 yards to beach access. Attractive reverse floor plan with additional seating downstairs, enormous kitchen with two sinks and wine/drink cooler. Please do not park on grass in front of home. No family pets, no smoking.

Though pets are not allowed, please note that dogs may be occasionally present during an owners stay for those guests who are allergic to pets.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the very best Southport vacation rental experience:

Get the most from your rental home budget:

• In the Southport area, The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Booking your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• To get the best value, try shifting your family's Southport trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to select the perfect rental in the Southport area:

• To start, have your family agree to vacation dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Marsh Madness: Large Family House Overlooking the Waterway has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available online. If they are not listed, email the property management company before you book the home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine what is optimal for your trip.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or applied to your contract.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental

During your stay:

• Put the owner's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are away, just like you would at home.
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Be respectful. Often, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent time? Many rental managers make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property manager was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.