Need to getaway to one of the quietest and most relaxing beaches in North Carolina? Enjoy this Family Friendly, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Beach Cottage with a New Kitchen, outdoor shower, and Wrap-Around Screened in Porch with fans. This updated Ranch Sleeps 7 and is only a 15 minute walk to the beach, Golf, Restaurants. Backs up to the Intra-Coastal Waterway Public Boat Launch. Rent a golf cart or kayak nearby. Only 10 minutes to Southport Ferry to Bald Head Island. Enjoy the quiet beach, fishing on the pier behind the home, Oak Island Golf Club a few miles down Oak Island Way or just relax on the screened porch. Fenced in Yard & Outdoor Shower. Includes Washer/Dryer/Iron/Hair Dryer/Keurig/CoffeeMaker/Pillows/Bedding except you'll need sheets to fit a King, (2) Queens, (1) twin, plus beach towels. Our kitchen feels like you are right at home with all the cookware, pots, pans, crock pot, blender, and spices. Families & children welcome. Let us know if you are enjoying a special celebration so we can welcome you. WIFI/Internet/Smart TV Included in LR and BR. Bring your family or a special friend weekend and enjoy "Island Time". Sorry, we do not allow pets at this time due to some allergies and concerns from our other guests.
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Jen & Ken
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the quilts/comforters on unmade beds for the cleaners to take care of. Put used towels in washer & start wash before you leave. Trash can be placed in external bins. Thank you! 😊
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Great home for couples/families. Please keep doors shut to avoid excessive heat or beach bugs from getting in the home. Smoke outside only.
Golf Cart Rentals: must notify delivery to NOT park on the lawn. Irrigation system can be damaged, and it kills the grass. Outlet to right of deck.
Please honor the No pet rule. We have families who stay who may be allergic and prefer a "no pet policy".
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Oak Island
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Oak Island, NC
What's nearby
Caswell Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Oak Island Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
Members Club at St. James Plantation - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
Oak Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
Koko Cabana - 5 min drive
Old Bridge Diner - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 11 min drive
Bob's Dogs - 5 min drive
Swain Seafood Shack - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Oak Island Retreat - Ranch with Screened Porch pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Oak Island Retreat - Ranch with Screened Porch?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oak Island Retreat - Ranch with Screened Porch?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Oak Island Retreat - Ranch with Screened Porch located?
This family-friendly Oak Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. Bay Beach and Oak Island Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A wonderful place to come and relax. Even though we didn't have the best weather the screened in porch let us be outside without getting rained on.
Tommi D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stan G.
20 June 2018
It was AMAZING
The owner was wonderful to deal with. She was very accommodating. The house was beautiful inside as well as SUPER CLEAN. I would absolutely stay here again.
We stayed here for our annual beach trip. House was close to everything in OKI and the beach! Kitchen was well equipped for our week long stay. We enjoyed sitting on the porch for dinner and games at night. Owners were very accommodating and quick to respond when we needed help! Would stay here again!!
Amber G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alicia C.
8 Sept 2018
Wonderful house in nice location
We had two families ( four adults, two 3 year olds and a baby) in the house and it was a perfect fit. The house is well appointed, had anything kitchen related we could have needed, clean, and in a quiet area of the island. The drive to beach access is short as are restaurants and Food Lion. We would definitely stay again.
Such a great experience! From booking to location to property, everything was so easy. The house was clean, well kept and in a quiet part of town, but still close to the beach and restaurants. We will definitely be back, hopefully soon!!
The house was wonderful, it had many amenities . We spent many hours on the screened in porch which was wonderful. Thank you so much we had a great time it was very relaxing.
Donna and Family
I usually feel like I make a few sacrifices to stay at the beach. In this case there were none (unless you just need to be closer to the beach). The rooms were spacious and nicely appointed. The kitchen is amazing if you like to cook. The real gem of this house is the wrap around screened in porch. It was such a pleasure to stay in such a nice house with great space and great walkable views of the sound.
W have had such a wonderful experience. The hosts were easy to communicate with both before and during our trip. It's a beautiful home, very clean and is just as advertised on the site. It has a huge wraparound porch where we spent a lot of our time and the outdoor fans kept it comfortable even in the heat. Our first time using vrbo and we are very happy we did.
The weather could have been a little better,due to the hurricane, however we made the best of it and overall a great vacation. Jen was great and answered any questions right away. She even offered and extra day for us to stay due to the weather.GREAT HOST!!!!
First Time I’ve used VRBO, but I was not disappointed! The home was as listed, very modern and clean. Perfect location with quick access to the beach & sound. Owners were GREAT to work with and quick to respond. WE WILL BE BACk AGAIN! Thanks Jen!
This house was the most equipped house w have ever rented. Loys of kitchen gadgets. The pouch was amazing, adding a lot more living space. Very close to beach access, restaurants and shopping. Working with the property owners were great and they were very caring! This is a five star rental!
We stayed at this house on a weekend our friend was getting married. Great, safe feeling neighborhood. Great location. Close to grocery store. Great response from owners. We liked the separation of the bedrooms and the kitchen was well stocked. We would stay there again.
Thanks Jen and Ken!
Jen’s house on Oak Island is delightful. Wonderful use of the space. Easy quick drive to the 46th street parking and beach access. The beach is full of families and is very dog friendly. The house is also close to a small butterfly garden and access to a he intercostal byway. We had a small electrical problem and Jen responded and took care of it quickly. Highly recommend!
House was perfect. We spent alot of time on the beautiful screened in porch. All the necessities were in the house. Jen was very responsive to questions. Will definitely be back
High ceilings, many windows provide a fab connection with beachlife. Huge wraparound screened porch with the best comfortable furniture for outdoor living. Steps to intracoastal park, pier, gazebo to enjoy breezes. The kitchen alone is a delight in which to cook and linger. Plus state of the art hvac, amenities.
The house is beautiful and spacious and clean. The kitchen was stocked with everything you will ever need. Jen was also so generous and provided us with sheets and towels so we didn’t have to bring them from home. We stayed for 4 days and the weather was rainy so she even allowed us to have a late check out on the last day so we could enjoy another day at the beach. I love the fact that she went above and beyond to make sure we would be happy. My family and I had an unforgettable vacation.
Eilat G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
Karen H., Raleigh NC
27 July 2018
Beautiful and relaxing
The pictures of this place don’t do it justice the inside of the home is beautiful and updated, very clean. Beds were comfortable, has all the necessities you need for a week at the beach. The only thing I can say is wasn’t as close to beach as I thought. It’s about 1.4 Miles to the beach access that is recommended, if going alone definitely easy walk but if going with kids suggest you drive or rent golf cart. Also no TV’s in bedrooms. But overall wonderful, would definitely rent again. Owner also very timely in getting back to you!
We just returned from a stay and were very pleased with the property. The home was clean, comfortable and decorated beautifully. The screened in porch was great for relaxing. We enjoyed walking the block to the fishing/boat dock each day. My husband thoroughly enjoyed going there at low tide and throwing his net out to catch shrimp and other small fish.
The drive to the beach was simple and we enjoyed the access point. We did not make use of the bathrooms there but the outdoor shower spot was great and it’s right next to a splash pad for the kids!
Great local restaurants. I fell in love with Turtle Island, although you better get there at five if you don’t want to wait a long time. We also went every night to Sandcastle sweets and treats for the Italian ice. Yum!
Would highly recommend this property.
This home is great! Nicely decorated and the location is perfect. Close to stores, ice cream and a few blocks from the beach!
The kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, small appliances and enough dinnerware for over 12 people! (We had family over for dinner). Bedrooms are nice, only complaint is the twin bed is creaky. Master bathroom has a walk-in shower, which was great for my elderly mom.
Jen allowed us the use of their bikes too. She texted me some info about Oak Island and things to do. I messaged her once during our stay and she got back to me within a few minutes.
Our favorite place was the enclosed porch, we used that for family games, dinner, conversations, coffee, and just hanging out.
We had a wonderful week on Oak Island at this very comfortable and spacious house. The owners were gracious to let us use their beach bikes and we really enjoyed exploring the neighborhoods. We relaxed on the screened porch in the evening listening to the chorus of roosting birds before sunset and enjoyed coffee in the mornings. The short drive to the beach was only five minutes away as it was too far to walk with all the beach things needed. Not to miss is the farmer's market in the town square on Monday where we went prior to relaxing on the beach for the day. We also went to the Friday evening local concert there but if going make sure to take your cold beverage in a cooler and chairs or a blanket and get there early. I must also say that I have never seen such a fully stocked kitchen at any rental property. We didn't even need to bring condiments or spices! Thanks for making our vacation a memorable one.
The house is just as listed very nice and a great place to stay had everything you need in the kitchen loved the open concept with the kitchen dining and living room space we will definitely be back thank you to Jen and Ken you have a wonderful place
We absolutely loved our stay at Oak Island. Jen was a fantastic host. She was helpful from day one of booking all the way up until our checkout. I had told her about how excited my two little boys were about going to the beach. Upon our arrival, we found toys laid out for our boys on the dining room table and a sweet message on vrbo from her about the beach toys!
Our favorite thing about the house was definitely the porch. My husband and I both loved having our morning coffee and quiet time out there. Our boys always chose to eat out there any chance they could get. We had almost all of our meals out there!
The house was clean, organized, and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was a dream to cook in! I also really enjoyed using the gas grill on the back deck. The house was well stocked on pans, utensils, cups, plates, towels, and more. Jen provided sheets for us which was a blessing! Having a house with so many things provided helped make the stay that much better.
It was the perfect house for our family vacation! Our family would definitely love to stay there again in the future.
Our family enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and well maintained. The furnishings and kitchen supplies were more than adequate. The location was close to everything we needed. We had a great time. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
We are a family of 6 that bought this home to spend more quality time as a family. We love the warm & friendly atmosphere of Oak Island and enjoy spending time at the beach and eating at our favorite beach places like Pirates Deck, Pepperoni Grill, Turtle Island and Oak Island Restaurant. After a fun day at the beach, we love taking an outdoor shower in the fenced-in back yard. Then we retreat to our screened in porch and listen to music by candlelight. We hope your family enjoys their ISLAND TIME here as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
If you are looking for a quiet get-away with family & friends, Oak Island is the beach for you! Just a 10 minute drive to Southport, Holden Beach, & the Ferry to Bald Head Island. Check out Wilmington for additional activities if you want some excursions as well.
What makes this property unique
You'll especially love the new kitchen upgraded with granite and new cabinets. The kitchen comes fully stocked with all of your spices, crock pot, dishes, pans, and cook ware. Bedrooms have cleaned comforters, extra pillows, and new comfy beds with a smart tv in one of the extra bedrooms. Living Room with new Smart HD TV so you can watch all your favorite shows. Walk to the pier behind the home to watch the sunset or drive down the end of island (the pointe) to look at all the pretty beach homes. Take a day trip to the aquarium or make your way over to Southport where several movies were filmed and enjoy dinner on the pier at Fishy Fishy. Make yourself at home during your vacation get-away!
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