Welcome to The Salty Ace
– Your Coastal Getaway!
We’re thrilled to welcome you to The Salty Ace, our brand-new, thoughtfully designed vacation home in beautiful Oak Island! This modern coastal retreat is fully equipped and beautifully furnished to provide the comfort, convenience, and relaxation your family deserves. It’s our happy place, and we can’t wait for it to become yours, too.
**OPTIONAL GOLF CART RENTAL PRICING 2025**
Jul-Aug: $90/day
Sep-Oct: $75/day
Nov-Dec: $55/day
We’ll provide a liability waiver and require a valid driver’s license.
Golf Cart Details:
RESIDENT BEACH PARKING INCLUDED with rental of golf cart!
Explore the island in style with our brand-new 2025 Benelli Beyond 6-seater golf cart.
Cooler compartment, Bluetooth/Apple CarPlay stereo, phone charging dock
Street-legal: seatbelts, turn signals, long-range lithium battery
5-point harness car seat available (required for small kids on public roads)
Prefer a smaller cart? We’re happy to refer local vendors who deliver directly to the property.
Sleeping Arrangements – Sleeps 10–14
Our home features four cozy bedrooms to suit families, groups, or multi-generational stays:
Primary Bedroom: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (Bunk Room): Two sets of twin bunk beds (4 beds total) – ideal for kids or groups
Bedroom 4: Queen bed
Extra Sleeping Options:
We also offer two sleeper sofas—one full-size and one queen-size. Each pullout comes with a complete set of linens (including mattress protectors, sheets, quilts, blankets, and pillows), clean and bagged for your comfort and convenience.
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Our kitchen is ready for anything from casual meals to family feasts. You’ll find:
Toaster/air fryer combo
Blender, tea kettle, slushy maker, popcorn maker, waffle maker, hand mixer
Stainless steel pots and pans, full set of cooking utensils
Keurig Duo for both drip and K-Cup options
Plenty of flatware, dishware, and serving bowls/plates
A set of 12 organic spices, plus salt, pepper, basic oil, and sugar
Starter Essentials Provided
To help you settle in and hit the beach quickly, we provide a complimentary starter pack that includes:
2 trash bags
2 rolls of paper towels
2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
Dish sponge and dish soap
4 dishwasher pods
Small container of Tide laundry detergent
2 K-Cups and individual creamers
Hand soap in the kitchen and bathrooms
Family-Friendly Features for Little Ones
We know how helpful it is to travel light with kids, so we’ve stocked the home with:
Pack and Play
Infant bath seat
BOB jogging stroller with snack tray
High chair and booster seat
Plastic plates, cups, and kid-sized forks and spoons
Full-size changing table with pad
The bunk room closet includes a basket of toys and children’s books for added entertainment and ease.
Outdoor & Beach Gear Included
We’ve got everything you need for an unforgettable beach day:
Bocce ball and horseshoe sets
6 beach chairs
Sand toys
Cool Cabana + large 10x10 pop-up tent
Standard beach umbrella
California Baby beach tent for little ones
Beach wagon
2 boogie boards
2 pickleball paddles + balls (perfect for Middleton Park)
Large wheeled hard cooler + 2 soft-sided coolers
Collapsible beach cocktail tables – keep food and drinks off the sand
Shop vac for cleaning sand out of your car
Air compressor pump for inflating beach gear, floats, or tires
Linens & Towels
All beds are freshly made before your arrival – no need to strip them when you leave
Bed linens and dish towels are professionally laundered and sanitized
We provide 12 oversized luxury beach towels – if used, we kindly ask that you wash and dry them before checkout
Outdoor Living & Future Backyard Enhancements
Screened-in porch with ceiling fan and outdoor TV – bug-free relaxation
Private fenced backyard – safe for kids and pets
Hot/cold outdoor shower – perfect after a beach day
Pet-Friendly Property
We love dogs and welcome yours!
Limit: 2 dogs (no breed restrictions, house-trained only)
$150 pet cleaning fee (covers deep cleaning & allergy protection)
Doggy nook under the stairs + bowls for small & large pups
Small pop-up crate provided (bring your own if you have a large or escape-artist dog)
Please clean up after your pets — extra cleanup charges apply if dog waste is left behind.
Beach Access & Family Fun Nearby
The Middleton Park Beach Cabana is the most convenient beach access and offers:
Parking
Restrooms
Outdoor showers
Just steps away:
Middleton Park playground & splash pad
Dole Whip stand & Pepperoni on the Beach pizza – perfect mid-day fuel!
Explore dozens of beach access points around town — each with its own charm.
Nearby Attractions
Middleton Park: Splash pad, playground, sports courts, picnic areas
Kayak/paddleboard rentals (Paddle OKI & Mr. Beach Rentals – free delivery!)
Helicopter tours with High Tide Helicopters
Fishing charters & piers for a laid-back day on the water
Shopping & Dining
Southport: Charming boutiques, art galleries, waterfront restaurants
Local gems: Color Me Carolina, Pacific Superstore
Day Trips & Tours
Southport Fun Tours (coastal boat tours, helicopter rides)
Old Baldy Lighthouse & Fort Caswell
Relaxation & Events
South-facing beaches = unforgettable sunsets
Live summer concerts at Middleton Park
Grocery Stores Nearby
All within 0.5–10 miles:
Publix (5003 E Oak Island Dr) – curbside & delivery via Instacart
Food Lion (5901 E Oak Island Dr) – curbside & delivery via Instacart
Walmart Supercenter (1675 N Howe St, Southport) – curbside + delivery options
Pro Tip: Set up curbside pickup or delivery for your arrival day to skip the store and head straight to the beach!
Rainy Day? No Problem
Enjoy your time indoors in our cozy upstairs loft, featuring:
Puzzles and family-friendly games (Cards, Candyland, Guess Who, etc.)
Regulation poker chip set and round table for grown-up game nights
“Take one, leave one” mini library in the living room
Guest Support
We personally manage this home and are just a message away during your stay. We also have a trusted local team available to help with anything you might need. You can relax knowing you’re well-supported from arrival to checkout.
House Rules
No parties or large events
Must be 21+ to book
No smoking inside or on the screened porch
Thank you for respecting our home and helping us provide a clean, peaceful space for all guests.
Final Note
We’ve poured love and care into every corner of The Salty Ace, and we genuinely want your stay to be amazing. If anything’s not quite right, give us a chance to make it better. We also truly appreciate thoughtful reviews — they mean the world to us and help other families discover their own beachside memories.
Thank you for choosing The Salty Ace — we hope it’s the first of many visits!
**Coming Fall 2025:**
Solo Stove fire pit
Oversized luxury spa hot tub
String lights for cozy evening ambiance
Stay tuned for photos as these new features are added!
