Summer Salt - DISCOUNTED RATES on remaining Summer '25 weeks! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1600 square feet

This oceanfront vacation home in Oak Island is ready for your hideaway with enough space to sleep 11. When you’re not just outside Summer Salt’s backdoor taking in the sun and surf, the open floor plan of the home is great for family time!

The main floor includes 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and a deck off the dining area on the street side while the upper floor has 3 more bedrooms, a full bath, and an oceanfront balcony off the upstairs primary bedroom. On the ground floor, there's an additional shower in the laundry room that is equipped with a full-size washer and dryer.

Appreciate your front row seats to sunrises and sunsets from the roomy oceanfront deck. The deck offers new rocking chairs, chaise loungers, and a picnic table.

Summer Salt is conveniently located on the handsome west end of Oak Island and is just mins. from the mainland and 3 grocery stores – Publix, Lowes, and Food Lion. When you’re not calming and swimming at the beach, there’s so much more to do during your visit. Savor fishing at the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier, take a helicopter tour with High Tide Aviation, book a deep sea adventure with Oak Island Fishing Charters, check out Jungle Life Mini Golf and Oak Island Nature Center, visit the local beach stores and farmers market, climb to the top of the iconic Oak Island Lighthouse, and let someone else do the cooking while you appreciate all the great Oak Island eateries! (Feel complimentary to ask for a list of our favorites.)

The cozy village of Southport on the Cape Fear River is just a 20-min. drive away with great shopping, eateries, and sight-seeing.

Relaxation and adventure await you at Summer Salt! Come make some memories on Oak Island!

1st Floor:
Bedroom 1 (Primary) - King Bed
Bedroom 2 - (2) Double Beds, (1) Twin Bed
Full Bath
Street-side deck
Oceanfront deck

2nd Floor:
Bedroom 3 (Primary) - King Bed, Oceanfront balcony
Bedroom 4 - Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 - Queen Bed
Full Bath

*Graco Pack 'n Play and booster seat available

About the Area

Located on the beach, 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. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Motor boating, surfing/body boarding, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to book the best Southport rental home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Southport area. Booking your Southport vacation rental in Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Property managers typically offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Often, property management companies supply Southport area travel guides which will include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the perfect rental in the Southport area:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Summer Salt - DISCOUNTED RATES on remaining Summer '25 weeks! has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally available online. Otherwise, email the property owner before you reserve the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You will need to determine what configuration is right for your family.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Request details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a certain Southport attraction you are enamored with, look for homes that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Considerations for your stay:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of concerns.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, inspect the property for any problem areas during arrival. Get in touch with the property manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on good ratings to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.