Dog Friendly Cottage w/ Large Fenced in Backyard - Close to Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

Key Conveniences:

Dog Friendly

Fenced-In Backyard

Sleeps 8

Outdoor Shower (Hot/Cold Water)

Fire Pit with Benches

Grille

Beach Cart with Toys, Beach Chairs, Umbrella

Yard Games (Ladder Toss, Bocce Ball)

Plenty of Outdoor Seating, including Dining Table with Umbrella



3 Bedrooms and a pull out twin in the family room (Primary - King with Ensuite; #2 – Queen with desk; #3 – Twin Bunkbed); Fenced-in Backyard; Fire Pit; Grille; Outdoor Shower; Beach Cart with tons of Toys; Yard Games. The beds as all beds are made prior to your arrival! Just relax and have fun!



Why Hairy Crab? Walk the beach at nighttime & you may see Atlantic Ghost Crabs. They have hairy legs that wick moisture from the sand. Not only is the name fun & memorable but so will be your stay here.



This delightful bungalow is only 5 mins. from the beach and is located in the peaceful wooded section of Oak Island. Choose from one of 3 bedrooms, all with closets & dressers if you like to unpack. In the primary, there’s a king-sized bed with an ensuite bathroom & intelligent TV. The 2nd bedroom has a queen-sized bed, intelligent TV & desk (the spot to work or write postcards about your fun vacation). The 3rd bedroom shares the hall bath. This bedroom is the haven for kids with a set of twin bunkbeds. There is a enormous array of interactive toys, games, books, & puzzles. Toys range from Legos to the shark chomping race game, Shark Mania! They’ll feel like they are already at the beach with the waves scattered on the walls. Lastly there is a convenient pull out twin bed in the family room.



One thing this home will be remembered for is the striking art & the fun door & furnishings knobs. Play a game of who can find the Ship’s Wheel & Crabs! You’ll have the keys to Davey Jones’ Locker; now to find the locker… How many Crabs can you find in the décor?



For a surprise, open the cabinet beneath the intelligent tv in the living area that holds tons of beach reads. The living area has plenty of seating to watch your favorite shows or appreciate recalling the events of the day. The well-outfitted open kitchen has 3 seats at the bar for entertaining the prepare & appreciating dinner or a snack. The table in the kitchen can seat 2 or be expanded to seat 4. Perhaps you will take advantage of the outdoor table with umbrella for al fresco dining. Get additional flavor for your meal using the gas grille. For those who savor a drink, find a shaker & a blender with glasses for all.



The utility room just outside the backdoor homes a vast array of beach & yard games. Is your favorite Ladder Toss or Bocce Ball? Like to collect seashells? Find numerous shell bags for your treasures. Take all of them, the beach umbrella & chairs with you using the beach cart.



There’s even Veteran’s Park a short walk away to enjoy. Whether you fish, use the picnic shelter or just want to swing while watching the boats go by in the Intracoastal Waterway, it’s a spot not to be missed. Bursting with colorful flowers, the butterfly garden is the ideal spot for taking photos of your memorable day.



When you return from the beach, wash off the salt & sand in the Outdoor Shower with both hot & cold water. The Washer & Dryer are just inside the backdoor for conveniently dropping off swimsuits & towels.



Water, a Breeze & Fire are all earth elements you can take advantage of at this bungalow. With 2 benches & a Fire Pit, even in the summer it is ideal for calming with an evening glass of your favorite drink.



Remember, the best days end in sandy toes & salty hair. May you recall shells in your pockets & sand in your shoes when thinking of your vacation time in this bungalow. With the fun décor & a name like Hairy Crab, you’re sure to remember this bungalow.



****Sleeping Arrangements****



Bedroom 1 (Primary): 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (guest): 2 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (guest): Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room (guest): Couch with twin size bed



**Linens & bath towels are included for complimentary in the reservation**

*On January 10th, 2023 the Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm. The cost will be $5 per hour, $20 per day and $80 per week.



****House Conveniences****

-Bathroom: tub, hair dryer, hot water

-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, SmartTV, essentials (towels, soap, TP), hangers, linens, iron, storage

-HVAC: heating, air conditioning, ceiling fan

-Home Safety: smoke alarm

-Internet: Private wireless internet access (WiFi)

-Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, dishes & silverware, freezer, dishwasher, stove, coffee maker, wine glasses, toaster, baking sheet, & cooking silverware



****House Rules****

-Check-in: After 4pm

-Checkout: at 10am, no later

-NO SMOKING

-Dog Friendly, limit to 2 dogs. $200 pet fee must be paid prior to check in.

-NO PARTIES or EVENTS

-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money





****Eateries close by****

-Duffer's Pub and Grille

-Shagger Jacks

-Lonerider

-Swain's Seafood

-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery

-Bob's Hot Dogs

-Koko Cabana

-Lazy Turtle Bar & Grille

-BBQ House

-Paul's of Oak Island

-Oak Island Sandwich Shop

-Dairy Queen

-Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream





****Stores close by****

-Publix

-Food Lion

-ABC Liquor Store

-Haag & Sons Seafood Market





****Local Activities****

-Sky Diving

-Helicopter Tours

-Single Prop Plane Tours

-Deep Sea Fishing

-Fishing Piers

-Boat Units

-Mini Golf

-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Duffer's Restaurant)

-Wild Life Observation Dock





****Rental Equipment****

-Mr. Beach Units offers: Beach gear, bicycles, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks

-Quicksand Beach Concierge: Beach gear, chairs, umbrellas, etc.

-Island Dan's units: Kayak tours, bicycle units, beach units





****Surrounding Destinati