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Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4

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Deck is half covered for when you want shade, the other half is open so you get your daily dose of Vitamin D.
Aerial view looking SW towards the Atlantic Ocean.
Spacious couch to enjoy your favorite shows. Ocean can be viewed right from the couch! Electric fire place under TV.
You can choose to watch TV or take in the ocean view while cooking your meals.
Amazing ocean view from anywhere in the home!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 448.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Horse Island
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Ocean side

1 Double Bed

Street side

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Primary

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4

Key AmenitiesL
Charcoal Grill
Wraparound Porch with ocean views
Fully Stocked Kitchen for all your meal-prep needs
Smart TV with streaming options
Board Games, Puzzles, and Poker Set for indoor entertainment
Books & Magazines for reading by the ocean breeze
Retro Swings to relax and enjoy the view
Outdoor Shower with hot and cold water
Private Beach Access just steps away
Beach Chairs for lounging by the water
Yard Games like Giant Jenga, Cornhole, and Yard-Sized Connect Four
Washer & Dryer for laundry convenience
Full-Sized Beds in both bedrooms with sliding glass door access to the porch

"Small Pleasures" on Oak Island, NC

As you approach “Small Pleasures”, the first thing that will excite you is the full wraparound porch. Enter from the ocean side and imagine yourself sitting at the kitchen table for breakfast, gazing out at the vast Atlantic. This quaint cottage has an amply stocked kitchen to prepare meals from breakfast to dinner. On the deck, you can enjoy dinner while feeling the ocean breeze. Two comfortable chairs and a side table are perfect for discussing the day's finds & planning out the next day.

If you’re a fisherman (or visited one of several local fresh seafood markets), you will love to cook your meal on the charcoal grill downstairs. While you’re waiting for your dinner to finish, hang out on the retro swings, and peek over the dunes at the pelicans as they fly over the ocean searching for their dinner.

Head inside on cooler evenings to work a puzzle, play a board game or a round of poker, watch one of several movies provided in the drawer or stream your favorite show on the smart tv. With a simple flick of the switch, cozy up with one of the various books or magazines in the warmth of an instant fireplace.

Both bedrooms have full-size beds and provide the added privacy and convenience of exiting through sliding glass doors onto the wraparound porch. One bedroom has a full view of the ocean and the other features an illuminating blue neon wave that is as alluring as looking at the crashing waves on the other side. Open the doors and breathe in the salt air. Nap listening to the seagulls, waves and the distant gleeful delights of children building sandcastles. Dream about the day you spent with your toes in the sand sitting in one of the provided beach chairs. Did you play any of the yard games? Giant Jenga, corn hole and yard-sized Connect Four are located in the utility room downstairs. Wash off the sand & salt using the outdoor shower on the deck walkway before heading in for a snack. Full-sized washer & dryer will get your bathing suits & towels ready for fun the next day.

The beach awaits you at the end of the short walkway & one of the many “Small Pleasures“ that come with booking this beachfront cottage is that you don’t have to find parking at a beach access because you have your very own!

What are you waiting for?! Hurry and book your stay now! We are excited to host you and your family's next vacation! Just don't forget to bring your flip flops, and leave your worries behind while you soak in the salty air breeze and beautiful Oak Island sun! Get ready to unplug, unwind and enjoy the Small Pleasures in life!

Please read
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.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1 (ocean side): 1 Full bed
Bedroom 2 (street side): 1 Full bed
Linens & bath towels are included for free in the reservation

House Amenities:
-Bathroom: vanity, toilet, walk in shower, view of the ocean
-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, essentials (towels, soap, TP), dresser, linens, portable poker table is stored in the bedroom closet
-Living Room: SmartTV (BYOL), games, puzzles, books, DVD's, DVD player, electric fireplace
-HVAC: Central Air & Heating, ceiling fans (by remote control), pathogen reducing/ indoor air quality improving ionization system connected to central HVAC system
-Home Safety: smoke alarm, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide detector
-Internet: Private high-speed wireless internet access (WiFi)
-Kitchen & Dining: refrigerator/ freezer, microwave, dishes & silverware, dishwasher, stove, standard coffee maker & Keurig single cup, wine glasses & barware, toaster & toaster oven, crock pot, electric kettle, blender & cooking utensils
-Lower Auxiliary Room: beach games, beach chairs, charcoal grill, corn hole
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**Door lock & access: This home uses 2 lockboxes to house the keys, one next to the bottom auxiliary closet (laundry room) and one next to the primary entrance (home entrance). The 4 digit code to access the 2 lockboxes will be received when your check-in procedures are sent via email 2 days prior to check-in. Each key is secured to the lock box via retractable cable. This ensures the key will always be in the right spot for when you return home from the beach.**

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House Rules:
-Check-in: After 4pm, no earlier
-Checkout: at 10am, no later
-Keyless check-in
-NO SMOKING
-NO PETS
-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
-Stay on designated walkways when crossing over dunes

Restaurants nearby:
-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

Stores nearby:
-Beach Pantry: on S. Middleton Ave
-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 Restaurant)
-Wild Life Observation Do

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit

About the area

Oak Island

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • The Point - 13 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pirates Deck - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Caswell Beach, 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island. Ocean Crest Pier is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Anne J.

Beach fun!

Wonderful location , just over the dune and right on the ocean. It was clean and well-stocked with beach accessories for fun. The beds are very comfortable!

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cute little old-fashioned beachfront cottage. The vaulted ceilings made it seem so much bigger and more open. The wood on the ceilings was also a great decorative idea. Perfect amount of space for my husband and me (two active seniors who love the beach).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bobbie T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Counting Waves

Perfect size for two. Location and beach access was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keari R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for a small family. Easy access right on the beach. Nicely equipped kitchen and plenty of card/board games to help pass the rainy days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary here and had the absolute best time. We both agree it has been our favorite vacation. The accommodations reflected everything that was mentioned in the listing, and being right on the beach with a semi private dune made it easy to go for walks on the beach in the early and late hours of the day! The only issue we ran into to no fault of the listing was the abundance of gnats! We unfortunately couldn’t enjoy our deck due to the swarms of them, but after talking with other people we weren’t alone! We hope to come back in the future!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

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

Small Pleasures

Fantastic ocean view perfect for a couple. Charming decor but small. Well equipped kitchen. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SCOTT C.

Loved being back in this house

My family stayed in this house for many years when it was under the previous company. When we saw that it was available again we jumped at the chance to stay here again. We saw that the house had been renovated and a roof built over the deck, and were so excited to go back; and we were not disappointed. All of the upgrades and renovations made this old friend even better than before. Yes, it's small, but it's all we need! If you are like me, and don't need one of those mega-sized houses they're building now, then this is the place for you. The management responded quickly with any questions I had. I will definitely be back in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Tessa V.

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

Perfect

Perfect, place to enjoy your morning cup of coffee. Cute little house, with everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Perfect for 2 or a small family!

Loved everything about this quaint cottage. Perfectly renovated keeping some old character while also providing all of your modern day conveniences. Location and beach access were our favorite features along with the classic charm of this cottage. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juli J.

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

Oak Island

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Always a great stay!

This is our 3rd staying here and it’s always so amazing. Great location right on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

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

So cute!

The cutest little vacation rental!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

Small Pleasures is terrific

We loved Small Pleasures. It is indeed small, but it suited us perfectly. The decor is charming and comfortable. The most well-equipped kitchen I've seen, although finding the silverware is a trick!!! Can't recommend it enough.

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

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

October tanning on oak island

Absolutely loved my stay. Already planning another get away, and I hopefully will end up at Small Pleasures.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the house, and the owners have made some solid updates, which made our stay mostly better than before. The new counter top and cabinets were new and clean. The addition of a dish towel (though we brought our own, just in case) made clean up easier. We were really excited about the enclosed outdoor shower, but we were a little disappointed as the water pressure wasn't great and the hot and cold water cycled, which meant inconsistent temps. In the end, we ended up just taking showers in the bathroom. Obviously, what makes this house fantastic is the beach front. It is just fantastic to sit on the deck when beach time is over. We had some weird weather during this trip - some rain, good storms, dead calm, hot and humid - finally a solid day of sun the last day. The deck was used a bit more than we expected. We will stay there again, for sure. Its just perfect for two folks - we just wish the bed was bigger. We also wish we could bring a dog, but we also understand why we cannot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Relaxing getaway

The house was clean and comfortable. Perfect location to relax with easy access to the beach. Also, plenty of things nearby if you want to go out and explore a little.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jerry b.

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

Great and cozy for 2

Quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lane S.

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

Perfect home for a small family

The home, view, access to the beach was unbeatable. Great place for small family or couples vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Aurora P.

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

Cute

Cute (small) property but prime location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

End of tax season vacation

The home was exceptional, with everything we needed for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Heaven

I spent three days here and have to say it was the most perfect mini vacation I think I’ve ever had. Small Pleasures is a perfect little spot to spend time soaking in the sun, listening to the waves and just recharging the soul. Watching the sun rise and set was the frosting on the cake. This was my first visit to Oak Island and I promise it won’t be my last.

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Great week

Great property for a family of 3. We had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Small Pleasures

Great property-right on the water. Perfect size for two people. Lots of amenities included. Loved the outdoor deck
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry F.

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

Unplug

Incredibly restful place. Beautiful setting for being on the beach. Gorgeous sunrise and sunsets.A very comfortable house…beds are comfy and kitchen well stocked. Very clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

5-star perfect

Everything about my stay here was perfect: the beautiful cottage, the helpful property managers, the views (oh my, the sunsets), and the beautiful beach to walk and relax on. A very peaceful place. Highly recommend for any stay in the area.

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