Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Oak Island, NC

Oak Island Golf Club7 min drive
Ocean Crest Pier7 min drive
Oak Island Lighthouse10 min drive
Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)88 min drive

We had a great stay! The home was just what we needed to get away for the week and the host family had small added touch...

Courtney S.

Sep 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1 King, 1 Queen, twin bunk beds, and Queen air mattress

If you’re looking for a family and pet-friendly escape with the best of both worlds, you’ll love our cozy home by the ICW! Take a short 2-minute drive to the beach or a quick walk to the boat pier. The storage shed has two single kayaks available for use and there is a boat ramp within walking distance.

Upon entering the house you’ll be greeted with an open living/dining area with a smart TV so that you can access any streaming service. WiFi is available throughout the house. The kitchen has room for up to 8 with a table and barstools, granite countertops, and a fully equipped kitchen (Keurig, blender, pots and pans, crockpot, and even sippy cups). Both the master and queen bedrooms have smart tvs with access to login to your favorite streaming services. The master bathroom has a large shower and the hall bathroom has a bathtub/shower combo.

Head into the backyard to enjoy the fire pit on cool nights, while the kids play in the fenced-in yard, or enjoy time grilling on the charcoal grill on the deck. Rinse off from a sandy beach day in the shower in the backyard.

The front porch is perfect for sipping your morning coffee or sharing a meal together. There are two ceiling fans to keep cool in the shade.

Oak Island has amazing local restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and a large local park with a splash ground, full-court basketball, tennis, community center, and play area. Take a drive to the Oak Island Lighthouse, or to nearby Southport for shopping, and seafood, or to take the ferry to Kure Beach and the Fort Fisher Aquarium.

You will love all that Old North State of Mind and Oak Island have to offer!

Property manager

Kara Varnell

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Please note that pets are not allowed in the beds

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We do not accept bookings for longer than 14 days.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Oak Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.

Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

Caswell Beach - 15 min walk
Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive
Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive
Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive
Members Club at St. James Plantation - 17 min drive

Getting around

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

Koko Cabana - 5 min drive
Old Bridge Diner - 6 min drive
Salt 64 - 17 min walk
Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar - 11 min walk
49th Street Grill, Bar, & Patio - 16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard located?

Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Caswell Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

4 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Getaway

We had a great stay! The home was just what we needed to get away for the week and the host family had small added touches (laundry service with prepackaged linens, complimentary gift upon arrival and their great response times to questions) to take our stay above the top. We stayed while hurricane Idalia just came through and they checked on us to ensure everything and one were safe.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

17 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Our recent stay at The Tranquil Harbour was all we had hoped for. The cottage was beautifully clean and well-appointed and Kara Varnell and her husband were great hosts. The cottage was a perfect base for exploring the stunning Oak Island coast. We couldn't fault the cottage or our hosts, I would come back in a heartbeat!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell P., Chapel Hill, NC

19 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Time ever

Everything was very organized. From the easy use of the door code, very clean house, the 4 TV's in the house were easy to use, well stocked, to just very comfortable. Location to beaches was great. My dog enjoyed the morning and evening walks. A very nice and safe neighborhood. Oak Island is a great place to stay. Thank you

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

4 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Porch!

Wonderful getaway to celebrate the end of a school year. The house was clean and well-stocked and the furnishings were comfortable and attractive. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch where you could see boats passing on the ICW. We rode our rented golf cart all to the beach, to go fishing, to the grocery, and for ice cream and donuts. The dogs enjoyed our morning walks through the quiet neighborhood. It was a relaxing week!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

12 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to bring fur babies!

My husband and I spent a week here during the off season for a change of scenery. We worked remotely and brought our two dogs who enjoyed the fenced in back yard. We all enjoyed many walks in the neighborhood and the beach. It was a wonderful time!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kara Varnell

We are entrepreneurs, parents, and passionate about the beach! We have loved visiting Oak Island for years and after taking a tour of all the NC beaches landed on purchasing our first vacation rental in OKI. We are NC natives both born and raised in Eastern NC and love all the things our great state has to offer. We also have two young children and have found over the years a lack of family-friendly rentals available. We hope to provide a family and pet-friendly home that you will enjoy and be able to truly relax on your vacation!

Why they chose this property

We loved this home because of its updated look, fenced-in yard, and proximity to both the ICW and beach. We enjoy fishing, kayaking, as well as spending time soaking up the sun on the beach. We love being able to make the most of all the island offers!