New Saltwater Pool construction is now completed and ready to use! (pictures coming soon) Gorgeous new home with 4 Bedrooms, 3 ½ Baths; 2 Large Porches overlooking the Ocean; 2 screened in porches in rear of home, Chef’s Kitchen, Outdoor Shower (hot/cold); Walk to the Beach, Splash Pad, Free Outdoor Concert Venue & Grocery Store; Yard Games, outdoor fire pit with chairs, corn hole, hammock, private pool. Looking for a little R&R by the Sea? This property is that & so much more. With its close proximity to the ocean, Middleton Park and the Publix shopping center, this home is perfect in every way. The reverse floor plan with the family room and kitchen upstairs let's you take full advantage of the incredible views of the ocean. As you enter the home via the first level entryway, you get a glimpse of what is to come upstairs. The warm aroma of the wood wafts as you begin your journey to the 2nd floor. There are 3 bedrooms: 1 King with Ensuite; 2 fulls with a Jack & Jill bath shared with a bedroom with 2 sets of bunkbeds. On the 3rd floor is a 2nd King & Ensuite. All have ample room to unpack in dressers & large closets. The air moves in each room with fan/lights using remote controls. Each bedroom also has a Smart TV. On the 3rd level is a large living area with a big-screen Smart TV, games & books for beach reads. The dining table seats 10 & the island seats 6. This is a chef’s kitchen: 4 door French Door Refrigerator, large Workstation Sink, abundant dish & food Storage, Air Fryer, Hand Mixer, Keurig & Drip Coffeemakers & a large island for plenty of Prep Space. There’s even a Publix grocery store across the street in case you forgot something while making dinner. Large Porches on the 2nd & 3rd levels allow you to watch the sun rise & set over the Atlantic which is only a short walk away. There’s even a porch swing to enjoy on the 2nd floor deck. Rinse off the salt & sand in the large Outdoor Shower (hot & cold water). Toss your beach clothes into the Washer & Dryer with a folding table. Also within walking distance is Middleton Park with a fun Splash Pad & an Outdoor Venue used for Free Concerts & Food Trucks during the summer. You can even enjoy the concerts from the privacy of the deck if you prefer as it is so close. Not only is this property beautifully decorated but notice the special touches. A Video Doorbell announces guests on the Echo Dot. Play music or ask Alexa to tell you a joke! Outdoor Games add even more entertainment. With this location and all these amenities, you will see why this is the cottage for your much needed R&R by the Sea! New salt water pool: The pool is complete and available for use starting March 25th, 2024. This pool has an optional heater that can be requested for use prior to arrival. Must know if heating will be needing +7 days from checkin. For use of pool heater there will be an additional $60/ night charge to heat and to keep the pool heated to 85 degrees. Must heat for the entire length of the stay, can't pick and choose days. If the air temperature falls below 50 degrees, there is no option to heat the pool as this is a requirement by the heater to operate. Temperature is wirelessly controlled and the control panel is locked at the unit. Please Note the $60/ night heating fee is not automatically added onto the booking. This will be paid separately from the primary booking. Type: Saltwater, Deepest part of pool: 5.5ft, Volume: 7,200 gallons, Lights are active 8pm-2am (option to turn off/ change color at control panel), Cleanings 2 times a week during the summer. House Rules: -Check-in: After 4pm (strict, unless approved) -Checkout: By 10am (strict, unless approved) -Keyless check-in -NO SMOKING -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 -No diving in pool (additional pool rules are visually stated at the property) Please read: **Linens & bath towels are included for free 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. Restaurants: -Salt 64 -Island Way -Shagger Jacks -Swain's Seafood and Cut -Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery -Bob's Hot Dogs -Koko Cabana -Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill -BBQ House -Paul's of Oak Island -Oak Island Sandwich Shop -Dairy Queen -Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream Stores & Shopping: -Publix (grocery -Lowes Food, just off the bridge on mainland (grocery) -Food Lion (grocery) -ABC Liquor Store (liquor) -Haag & Sons Seafood Market (seafood) -Strands Outfitters (clothing) Local Activities: -Sky Diving -Helicopter Tours -Single Prop Plane Tours -Deep Sea Fishing -Fishing Piers -Boat Rentals -Mini Golf -Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant) -Wild Life Observation Dock Rental Equipment: -Mr. Beach Rentals offers: Beach gear, bikes, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks -Quicksand Concierge -Never Ever Boards Surrounding Destinations: -Southport, NC (15 minute drive) -Wilmington, NC (45 minute drive) -Myrtle Beach, SC (1 hour drive) Local Public Services: -Oak Island Police Department (Dial 911) -Oak Island Fire Department (Dial 911) Island Rules: -DO NOT climb or walk on dunes -DO NOT interfere with sea turtle beds on beach -Please respect your neighbors! Contact your iTrip Property Manager for further questions or comments: James Fosbury