Sea and Believe! 4 bedroom 2 Bath, Dog Friendly Oceanfront Retreat with a Pool! When you arrive to this home your first instinct will be to run up the inviting ramp to see the ocean and beach just steps away and breathe deeply that fresh salt air, but as you turn around many surprises await you. The first is the shimmering inviting pool, complete with lots of seating and pool toys. Then you will notice the 4 different deck areas on which to relax and enjoy the amazing views Inside you’ll be greeted by a large comfortable living area with a smart tv, an assortment of beach reads and lots of games. There’s seating for 6 at the dining table and an additional 4 bar stools at the kitchen counter. The modern kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to prepare your favorite meals The conversation easily flows from the kitchen to the living area. If you’re a grind your own beans coffee drinker, there’s a grinder and a pot to brew them in. Nothing like the smell of freshly ground beans brewing to wake everyone up! The kitchen is amply stocked to enjoy every meal from breakfasts to midnight snacks. Perhaps you’d like to have your meal on the covered porch, or just have morning coffee or afternoon glass of wine while you discuss the next day’s plans in the various porch chairs overlooking the ocean. You have a fantastic view of both the pool and beach activities not to mention the spectacular sunrises and sunsets. On the main level are two bedrooms that share a bath with a combination tub & shower. One bedroom has the perfect setup for kids with 2 sets of bunk beds. The first is a pair of twin beds (roll-off prevention railing on top), and the other is a double bed down below and an upper twin. Lots of late-night conversations and stories await in this room! The second bedroom on the main level is beautifully decorated with a queen-sized bed and a smart-tv. Upstairs beckons a delightful surprise. Both bedrooms have their own private balconies overlooking the Atlantic. What a perfect spot to watch the sunrise or sunset. You might even slip away from the activities downstairs for a quiet spot to read. Watch for ships headed for the Port in Wilmington. One bedroom has a king size bed and the other has a Queen and both bedrooms have smart TVs and share a full bath with tub and shower. All the bedrooms have nice-sized closets for unpacking your suitcases. On the bottom level, find a full-sized washer & dryer to keep the towels & bathing suits ready for the next day’s fun. Also in the utility room, you will find a myriad of pool & beach toys, folding beach chairs and even a cart to carry it all to that perfect spot to play at the water’s edge. Rinse off the sand in the outdoor shower equipped with hot & cold water. If you brought your pole and caught your dinner, add some flavor to your catch using the provided charcoal grill. This is the cottage to Sea & Believe all the fun that awaits you! ****Sleeping Arrangements**** Bedroom 1 (Primary): 1 King bed Bedroom 2 (guest): 1 Queen bed Bedroom 3 (guest): 1 Queen bed Bedroom 4 (guest): 2 sets of bunk beds **Linens & bath towels are included for free in the reservation** ****House Amenities**** -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, first aid kit -Internet: Private wireless internet access (WiFi) -Kitchen & Dining: kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, blender, crockpot, lobster pots, dishes & silverware, freezer, dishwasher, stove, Keurig and standard coffee maker, wine glasses, toaster, baking sheet, & cooking utensils -Pack n Play crib and Infant chair -2 Beach umbrellas and 8 beach chairs ****House Rules**** -Check-in: After 4pm -Checkout: at 10am, no later -Keyless check-in -NO SMOKING -Dog friendly Reminder: If you are bringing a pet, the pet fee must be paid prior to your check-in. Limit of 2 dogs - The 2 dogs must not exceed a combined weight of 60lbs. A non-refundable $200 pet fee will be added to the booking for bringing a dog. If you break house rules and bring more than 2 dogs, a $500 pet remediation fee will be charged. If the reservation is marked as no pets, and evidence of a pet being on the property is discovered from your stay, you will be charged the $200 pet fee plus a $500 pet remediation fee. Dogs are not allowed in the pool. -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 *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. There will be a limited (1000) number of annual passes available for purchase for $175. Violations wil be issued if these new rules are not followed.* Restaurants nearby: -Salt 64 -Duffer's Pub and Grille -Shagger Jacks -Swain's Seafood -Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery -Bob's Hot Dogs -Koko Cabana -Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill -BBQ House -Jones Seafood House -Oak Island Sandwich Shop -Dairy Queen -Sweet Treats Homemade Ice Cream Stores nearby: -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 Rentals -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 Rentals offers: Beach gear, bikes, paddle boards, surf boards and kayaks -Quicksand Beach Concierge: Beach gear, chairs, umbrellas, etc. -Island Dan's rentals: Kayak tours, bike rentals, beach rentals