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Dog Friendly w/ Spectacular Ocean Views

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From the deck of the Little Sunshine Cottage you can see the waves tumble in & onto the sandy shore.
Create a harmonious atmosphere in this kitchen and living room area, with pristine white cabinets and a stylish stove that elevate the overall.
From the front deck, you have that ocean view you want on your vacation. Smell the salt air. Feel the Ocean Breeze. Relax!
2 beach bikes are provided to explore the west end of Oak Island but bicycles & golf carts are available to rent locally. Corn Hole too!
Get comfortable while you discuss the memories made that day & plan the next day's adventure.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest

Bathtub or shower

Outdoor

Outdoor shower

Primary

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Dog Friendly w/ Spectacular Ocean Views

Key Amenities:

Ocean View from the Front Deck

Dog Friendly

2nd Row – Near Beach Access (1 block away)

Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)

Beach Reads/Games/Puzzles available

New Washer/Dryer

Front Deck with Rockers for relaxing

Back Deck With Two New Rocking Chairs

Outdoor Shower (Hot/Cold)

Covered Parking (Parking for 6 vehicles)

2 Bicycles, 6 New Beach Chairs, Toys, Umbrellas, Corn Hole, Picnic Table

Small Area for a Pickleball Game



Dog Friendly, Ocean View; Sleeps 8, Bedroom #1 King, Ocean View; Bedroom #2 Queen; Bedroom #3 King, Ocean View; Bedroom #4 2 Twin Beds; 2 Shared Hall Baths (Tub/Shower); Smart TV’s in each bedroom & Large Screen TV in the Living Area; CD Player. Beach Reads/Games/Puzzles; Washer/Dryer; Front Deck with Rockers; Back Deck -2 New Rockers; Outdoor Shower (hot/cold); Covered Parking; (Parking for 6 Total); 2nd Row & near Beach Access/Shopping/Dining/Recreation. Bicycles/6 New Beach Chairs/Toys/Umbrellas/Corn Hole/Picnic Table; Blender



Coming to the Beach you can’t wait for a Little Sunshine to kiss your face & give you that “I’m on vacation” glow. Situated on the 2nd row, you can sit in the Rockers on the Front Deck & watch the waves tumble in & hear them crash onto the sandy shore. Because OKI is a South-Facing Beach, you can watch both the Sunrise & Sunset over the water. Sit back, relax & you may spy Fishing & Shrimp Boats headed in, ladened down with their hulls full & in the distance, possibly even a Container Ship as it begins to make its way from the vast Atlantic to the Port of Wilmington. The Front & Back Decks have a gate to keep curious kids from discovering the downstairs without assistance.



This Open Concept Cottage has been updated with new carpets, fresh paint, new counter tops, new blankets, pillows, bedspreads, updated lighting, brand new smoke detectors, and an additional fan. The Fully-Stocked Kitchen includes Drip Coffee Maker/Slow Cooker/Griddle/Hand Mixer. For inspiration, flip through one of several cookbooks to determine which delicious meal you will prepare next. One of the standouts in the service ware are the beautiful dishes on which to serve your oysters on the ½ shell. Just outside the Kitchen door is a table to serve your dinner Al Fresco. A small propane grill is also on the back deck. A Full-Sized Propane Grill awaits your seafood caught or bought downstairs. You can serve your meals in the open air underneath the cottage at the picnic table. While you are waiting for dinner to be prepared, play a game of Corn Hole on the regulation-sized boards.



Inside, with convenient proximity to the kitchen, is the dining area. Additional seating for 4 at the kitchen bar. Watch your favorite shows on the Large Screen Smart TV in the Living Area. With lots of comfortable seating, you can even watch the waves roll in across the street. The large Coffee Table is perfect for playing one of the various games or assembling a puzzle.



This cottage sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms. Bedroom #1 has an Ocean View, King, Smart TV & Closet for unpacking. Imagine what the heavens would look like if you were able to see them through the decorative telescope. Bedroom #2 has a Queen, a library of Beach Reads, Smart TV & an Armoire. Bedroom #3 has a King, an Ocean View, a Smart TV & a closet. Bedroom #4 is fitted with 2 Twin Beds, a Smart TV & Closet. Pack lighter to leave room for the collection of shells & souvenirs you gathered because there is a Full-Sized Washer & Dryer to keep your bathing suits & towels fresh for the next day. If you wish to hang your towels to dry in the sunshine & smell of the fresh ocean breeze, there is an extendable laundry line downstairs.



Grab a beach read (several of local stories), a cup of coffee or a glass of wine & head downstairs to enjoy the comfortable & roomy Adirondack Chairs, Rocker or curl up on the Bench. Imagine yourself as a character in your book as you smell the salt air & feel the gentle winds off the sea. Have a friendly competition for the best chess or checkers player at the picnic table. After a delicious dinner, gather on the bottom level to watch your favorite movie using the Roku projector on the screened wall. This is definitely a unique feature of this cottage!



You will remember this beautifully coastal inspired cottage, the “Whale” of a good time you had & how a Little Sunshine helped you make memories to last a lifetime.



Please note: Linens are included with your reservation and your beds will be made prior to your arrival. Also a Welcome Bag will be waiting for you upon your arrival with starter supplies which includes 2 trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher powder, washing machine powder, dish sponge, small shampoo and conditioner with bar of soap, make up remover, and 2 bottles of water.



Pet Policy:

We’re happy to host dogs! Depending on the booking platform, the pet fee may not be included in your total and will be requested separately. A non-refundable $200 pet fee (up to 2 dogs, 80 lbs combined) is required and must be paid before check-in—access details will be sent once completed.

Maximum of 2 dogs. Unregistered pets will incur a $200 pet fee plus a $500 remediation fee.

Dogs must be up to date on vaccines and flea/tick prevention. No dogs on furniture or beds (additional cleaning fees may apply). Please bring a crate if needed; there is not one at the property.

Strictly no cats allowed.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3220175vb
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

About the area

Oak Island

Located in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. 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. With scuba diving, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 33 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 43 min drive - 59.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog Friendly w/ Spectacular Ocean Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dog Friendly w/ Spectacular Ocean Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog Friendly w/ Spectacular Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog Friendly w/ Spectacular Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog Friendly w/ Spectacular Ocean Views located?

Located in Long Beach, this golf holiday home is steps from Caswell Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ocean Crest Pier and 57th Place West Access Park. Horse Island is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roomy and Clean

Excellent home for a family reunion. Nice room arrangement for privacy in the bedrooms.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Little Sunshine was perfect for your family reunion and that the room arrangements offered the privacy you needed. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

PJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family rental. Beautiful views, close walk to the beach and all the beach gear was there for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you, PJ! We’re delighted to hear that Little Sunshine provided a great family rental experience for you. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the beautiful views and the convenient walk to the beach. We’re glad the beach gear was available and added to your enjoyment. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another enjoyable visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richelle s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at your home! Everything we needed was there! It was clean and cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thank you for your kinds words Richelle! We are glad to hear that Little Sunshine fit all your needs! It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful views of the ocean with easy walk to access. House and all amenities were as promised or above.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you, Kevin, for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the wonderful ocean views and the easy beach access. It is great to know that the home and amenities met or exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Holiday weekend stay

The house was super clean and well stocked, particularly the kitchen. Kid-friendly/simple to baby proof and appreciated the gates on the stairs for young children and dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2023
Thank you for your review Laura! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family. We hope you book with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole V.

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

Relaxing and Fun!

I cannot overstate how lovely it is to sit on the deck, drink coffee and look at the ocean in this house! The house was clean, exactly as described and exactly what we needed. The thoughtful welcome bag with toiletries and helpful area guides was a huge plus. Lovely property, lovely management. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you, Nichole! We’re thrilled to hear that Little Sunshine provided such a lovely experience for you. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the ocean views from the deck while sipping your coffee. We’re delighted that the cleanliness and description of the house met your expectations, and that the welcome bag with toiletries and area guides added to your stay. Your kind words about our property and management mean a lot to us, and we’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another delightful visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie N.

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

Ms. Norman

Lovely Stay! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

4th of July Gettaway

House was great!! Well stocked, clean, and two steps from the beach! Loved that it had games to play inside and outside. In case you might of forgot It also had beach chairs, beach umbrella, and beach toys to bring over to the beach!! The only thing I was disappointed in was that it said there would be two bikes to ride, but I only saw one bike in there. No big deal though! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you, Mary! We’re thrilled to hear that Little Sunshine was perfect for your stay and that you enjoyed the proximity to the beach. It’s wonderful to know that the well-stocked house, along with the games and beach amenities, added to your experience. We apologize for the oversight with the bikes and appreciate your understanding. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back for another fantastic stay anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn F.

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

Great location!

We greatly enjoyed our stay at this home. Everything was clean. Great location to near beach accesses. Enjoyed a lot of time on the front porch with a view of the ocean. Caution that the steps at the back of the house coming from the driveway side are SLIPPERY when wet! No gripped padding on them at all. A great vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Thank you for your review! It's wonderful to hear you spent time on the front porch with the ocean view. Thank you for the caution about the slippery steps; we’ll look into adding grip padding. We're happy you had a great vacation and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cleaning

There were a few cockroaches that we saw. The kitchen was not completely clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Terrible beds

Nice property but cleaning crew not up to par. Some steps need some tending to. Bad tv in the bedroom, needs replaced. Terribly uncomfortable beds in king rooms! Basically nice place with a few little things to tweak as mentioned. Fabulous location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2024
Thank you for your feedback. I’m sorry to hear about the issues you experienced. We’ll make sure to address the cleaning, the steps, and the TV in the bedroom. I’m also sorry that the beds weren’t comfortable. I'm glad you enjoyed the location, and I appreciate your suggestions to improve the place. We’ll work on those tweaks to make future stays better.

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