Better Beach Rentals Blog

When looking for your next Oak Island vacation rental, you'll have a lot of choices. Here at Better Beach Rentals, we have a large inventory of homes to choose from! Perhaps you have a large group or several families traveling together. No matter what you are looking f... View the full post »

If you're looking for a vacation destination that is unique and quiet, yet located near a ton of family-friendly activities and events then we have a secret. But, before we share it with you, we also want to know if you are tired of the crowds and the traffic of big... View the full post »

Vacations are all about spoiling yourself and of course, that had to include having great food. One of the best things about Oak Island is the many family owned and operated places to eat. After all, who wants to eat at the same old chain restaurants?  We don't ha... View the full post »

The internet is flooded with sites claiming to offer the best vacation deals. One could be forgiven for wondering which one you should use.  Should you book your next vacation on VRBO, Airbnb, Trip Advisor, Booking.com, Expedia or use a Travel Agency?Is it all startin... View the full post »

Are you looking for a romantic place to spend Valentine's Day? Some places are just naturally romantic, but there's no place that lends itself to romance like the beach! There is just something special about that magical combination of water and sand that bring... View the full post »

In a few days, millions of people around the world will celebrate Christmas, and shortly after, we'll be starting a new year, but what a year 2019 has been! This may not be our longest blog, but it just might be the most important post of the year. It's that time o... View the full post »

It’s hard to believe, but another year is almost over! However, that doesn’t mean it isn’t a good time to begin thinking about your 2020 Oak Island beach vacation! One of the best ways to plan your next vacation is by keeping up with our bi-weekly blogs. Our blogs co... View the full post »

Are you having a case of the winter blues? Have you already been day dreaming about your 2020 Oak Island summer beach vacation? If you are, now is the perfect time to start planning your vacation. One way to beat the winter blues is to take a look back at your last beach v... View the full post »

Here on Oak Island, we love all things related to the ocean. We all love the beach and the beach lifestyle. Casual dress, cool breezes, and a laid back atmosphere that, well, just makes like better. For many of our residents and, of course, our visitors, t... View the full post »

It’s that time of year again. The holiday season is upon us. Stores have been putting Christmas wares on display for weeks now. The holidays are a wonderful time of year.  It's the time we give thanks, gather family and friends, and generally en... View the full post »

We are just a few weeks into the Fall season and if you are like many of us, you’re already dreaming of next years Summer vacation on Oak Island. Of course we all miss the hot weather, the Carolina sun, and those days enjoying the miles of pristine beaches on Oak Island.... View the full post »

Everyone thinks of the beach during the summer. However, for the true beach lover every season of the year offers a unique and exciting way to enjoy the beach. This is never truer then during the fall months. During the fall the water temperatures are stil... View the full post »

Fall is going to be here soon. Temperatures are slowly falling into that perfect zone of comfort. Warm days, cool nights, and warm water temperatures are the norm on Oak Island. This week we have one of the best fall activities you can enjoy on Oak Island.... View the full post »

Are you looking to retire soon? Are you trying to find the perfect place to retire? Perhaps retirement is well off in the future, but you want to begin looking for a place to purchase as an investment property that will someday be your retirement home. Wel... View the full post »

Everyone deserves a beach vacation. Whether you love coming to Oak Island in the heat of summer or enjoy the cooler months, Oak Island is a wonderful place to get away from it all. Come to recharge and enjoy a slower pace of life for a ... View the full post »