Sandy Toes Bungalow: Dog-Friendly with Private Pool, Golf Cart - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1594 square feet

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms
2 Kings | 2 Queens | 1 Twin-over-double Bunk Bed | 1 Queen Sleeper Couch

Live your best beach life at Sandy Toes Bungalow! Let your cares drift away as you float in the backyard's private saltwater pool, appreciate island breezes from the comfort of the screened back porch or discover the local area with ease when you rent the optional golf cart (complete with a local beach parking pass) for an additional $400/week. You can even bring Fido along, as this home accepts up to two dogs weighing up to 50lbs each per stay.

Gather together on the sectional to stream your favorite shows in the evening or settle at the adjacent dining table for meals or a family game nighttime, where you'll find seating for six and an additional two seats at the breakfast bar. The kitchen provides plenty of counter space and all the equipment you need to prepare meals together. Around the corner, a more private breakfast nook provides a second dining table set for four and is flooded with natural light.

Each bedroom on the main floor of the home is furnished with its own TV for personal entertainment. A full bathroom with a standard tub/shower combo and double vanity is located between the first two bedrooms, one of which has a king bed while the other provides a twin-over-double bunk bed and a queen bed. The master bedroom is also furnished with a king bed and offers a private en suite bath with a hottub soaking tub and a step-in shower stall.

Downstairs, you'll find a modest apartment complete with its own living area, where a queen sleeper couch offers additional sleeping space if needed. Kids will appreciate curling up on the comfortable bean bag chairs to watch their favorite show on the TV between trips to the beach. There is also a compact second kitchen on this level which includes another full-sized refrigerator, a standard full bathroom and a stackable washer and dryer. The only bedroom on this floor has a queen bed and also provides its own TV.

There are plenty of outdoor spaces to savor as well. Drink your morning coffee at the captain’s chairs and table on the covered front porch or relax on the outdoor couches on the screened back porch as the kids play in the pool below. The backyard is entirely fenced so kids and dogs can play safely. Sit around the firepit to toast marshmallows and share stories on cooler evenings or play cornhole under the shade of the home. Clean up your catch at the fish cleaning station and clean up your kids in the outdoor shower with hot and cold water after an impressive day on the beach. Cook out on the included charcoal grille and dine alfresco at the poolside picnic table. However you spend your days, they’ll be filled with fun at Sandy Toes Bungalow.

About the Area

Located near the beach, Sandy Toes Bungalow: Dog-Friendly with Private Pool, Golf Cart is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oak Island Lighthouse and Fort Fisher State Historic Site. 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 horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Oak Island rental booking tips and tricks:

Money saving strategies:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in Oak Island. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring months is our best tip for saving money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or 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 vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines have discounts for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Select vacation week and budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Sandy Toes Bungalow: Dog-Friendly with Private Pool, Golf Cart has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, call the property management company before reserving the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish what configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about pet restrictions before booking.

During your stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental.
• During arrival, document any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Just prior to departing, take a walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to drive more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.