“The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

“The Almost” is a bright and comfortable home with every luxury from the kitchen to the yard. Unwind and savor the beach, just a six min. walk. Then relax on the screened porch for dinner. The backyard is completely fenced to keep the dogs safe. Everything is here from the grille to the towels. Bring your toothbrush, shampoo, and come appreciate.

There are beach chairs, beach tent, fishing gear, body boards, coolers and many other items for your use in the shed. There is a private outdoor shower to get the sand off. There are usually two to five bicycles in the shed. There are games, cards, guitar, and TV's in all the bedrooms and living room. All TVs have access to regular channels and streaming services. There is a wire dog kennel and infant gate for your use. There is a propane grille and charcoal grille.

Everything, and I mean everything, is a short walk away in this peaceful neighborhood. There are eateries, bars, grocery store, ice cream, liquor store, fishing pier, boat ramp, and of course THE BEACH.

There is no cleaning, pet, or linen fee. We only ask that barking outside is kept down when the pooches are outside.

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and Bay Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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

Pet Policy

3 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the very best Southport vacation property experience:

Sticking to a spending plan:

• Summer is the most expensive season in Oak Island. To get the best value, try changing your family's Southport trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warm weather, , and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Some property management companies offer rate reductions for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many management companies supply Southport area visitor guides that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning and choosing your Southport rental:

• First, have your family choose vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally available online. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before booking the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• Are you visiting for a single event? Use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs applied to your contract.

Considerations for your stay:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Note any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be useful if there is a dispute.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental home while you are out. Protect your property!
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed everything at departure. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, remember to take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on great feedback to stimulate future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.