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Dog Friendly, only a 10 Min Walk To Beach, Fire Pit, Mins from Parks and Restaurants

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Welcome to Blue Heron Landing in the quiet wooded area of Oak Island. 1/2 mile to the beach, shopping, restaurants & entertainment.
Enter those double glass doors from the porch into the open concept living/dining/kitchen areas.
With a tree-top view, enjoy meals on the screened-in porch without any buzzing around you. Note the comfortable seating behind the table.
Inside the shed find beach chairs, boogie board, sand toys, kid's ball & bat, kid's play fishing pole, Halo scooter & bicycles. The fun awaits!
Ongoing construction next door. New photos will be taken once work is completed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest 2

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Guest 2 & 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Dog Friendly, only a 10 Min Walk To Beach, Fire Pit, Mins from Parks and Restaurants

Key Amenities:

Dog Friendly

½ mile to the beach (10-minute walk via 42nd Street)

Fire pit

Screened porch with dining table (alfresco dining)

Beach gear provided (bicycles, boogie board, beach chairs, sand toys)

Full-sized washer/dryer

Outdoor shower

Sleeps 6

Primary Bedroom: King bed, en suite bathroom (shower, double vanity), walk-in closet, dresser, bench, overlooks front porch

Guest Bedroom 1: Queen bed, closet, dresser, bench, overlooks fire pit

Guest Bedroom 2: Queen bed, closet, dresser, bench, overlooks fire pit

Kitchen: Fully equipped, walk-in pantry, drip coffee maker, blender, bar set, Dutch oven



Fire Pit; Bicycles; ½ mile to the Beach, 10 minute walk, via 42nd Street; Public Dog Park on NE 42nd; Screened Porch with a Dining Table (Alfresco); Sleeps 6 in 3 Bedrooms: #1 Primary – King, Dresser/Walk-In Closet, En Suite (Shower), #2 / #3 – Queen, Dresser/Closet; Share Hall Bath with Tub/Shower; Open Concept Living/Dining/Kitchen; Comfortable Living area – Large Screen Smart TV (Extended Cable); Dining Table + 4 seats at the Kitchen Bar; Fully equipped Kitchen with Walk-in Pantry; Full Sized Washer/Dryer; Outdoor Shower; Scooter, Boogie Board, Beach Chairs, Sand Toys; Short Drive to Restaurants / Shopping / Grocery, OKI Gym (Daily/Weekly drop-ins); Rent Bikes/Golf Cart; Seasonal: Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks; Splash Pad; Farmer’s/Craft Markets; Short drive to Iconic Landmark OKI Lighthouse (Schedule Tour Ahead Online); 20 minutes to the Quaint Town of Southport.



In the quiet wooded section of Oak Island, amongst the natural landscaping, you discover the Blue Heron sculptures which are the namesake of the Blue Heron Landing. Located about a ½ mile to the beach (10 minute walk), you can choose to use the provided bicycles, drive, or locally rent a golf cart. If you peek in the shed in the backyard, you will discover 2 adult bikes & a kid’s bike with training wheels. Additional bicycles can also be rented on the island. As you head to the beach, grab the beach chairs, boogie board, kid’s fishing pole, kid’s ball & bat & sand toys. There is also a Halo scooter to explore the area. When you walk up the front steps, you discover a welcoming screened-in porch. Plenty of comfortable seating & a dining table for alfresco dining. This can be a quiet space to catch up on your beach read or gathering spot to plan the next day’s adventure.



Through the glass doors, you enter an open concept living/kitchen/dining area. The living room has more than enough seating to settle in & watch your favorite shows on the large screen smart TV. There is extended cable service plus you can log in to your streaming services. The coffee table is an ample space to assemble puzzles or play games. The dining table seats 4 in chairs & has bench seating on one side. The kitchen island additionally seats 4. As noted, you may also choose to dine alfresco on the front screened-in porch. With an outlet in the side of the island, it can become a mobile work/school space as well. The proximity of the dining & kitchen area makes service & cleanup a breeze. A walk-in pantry allows for easy arrangement of all your food & beverage provisions. This fully equipped kitchen has several helpful small appliances: Drip Coffee Maker, Tea Pot, Blender (island drinks anyone?), complete Bar Set (Make it & Shake it including a set of cocktail recipe cards for the adventurous), Hand Mixer & Dutch Oven for those who Brown, Braise & Simmer.



This cottage sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms: #1 Primary – king, en suite (shower/double vanity), walk-in closet/dresser, bench, overlooks the front porch; #2 & #3 – queen, closet/dresser & bench; both overlook the fire pit in the backyard & share the hall bath with tub/shower combination. A full-sized washer & dryer makes keeping your bathing suits & towels always in the ready.



Oak Island, a Family-Oriented Beach with a Large Variety of Activities. Choose from the Sand & Sun, 2 Piers, Museums, Nature Parks & a Skateboard Park. Seasonally: Outdoor Concerts/Food Trucks, Splash Pad, & Farmer’s/Craft Markets. The Iconic Landmark, the OKI Lighthouse is in Caswell Beach. You can Schedule a Tour Ahead of time Online. It’s a Short Drive to a Large Variety of Restaurants & Shopping opportunities. There are 3 Grocery Stores a short drive away. If you don’t want to miss Leg Day, stop in at the OKI Gym with Daily & Weekly Drop-in Rates.



Please note: Linens are included with your reservations 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.



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.



**Ongoing construction next door. New photos will be taken once work is completed*

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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

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Property # 3926756vb
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 Tranquil Harbour, a neighbourhood in Oak Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Clubs at St. James. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Holden Beach - 34 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Riverwalk - 45 min drive - 65.0 km
  • Ocean Isle Beach - 45 min drive - 62.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt64 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪oak island deli & pub - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog Friendly, only a 10 Min Walk To Beach, Fire Pit, Mins from Parks and Restaurants pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dog Friendly, only a 10 Min Walk To Beach, Fire Pit, Mins from Parks and Restaurants?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog Friendly, only a 10 Min Walk To Beach, Fire Pit, Mins from Parks and Restaurants?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog Friendly, only a 10 Min Walk To Beach, Fire Pit, Mins from Parks and Restaurants?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog Friendly, only a 10 Min Walk To Beach, Fire Pit, Mins from Parks and Restaurants located?

Located in Tranquil Harbour, this golf holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Caswell Beach and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Comfortable stay, great location and proximity to the beach.

Met all our needs for the week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you for your review, Rachel! We're glad you had a comfortable stay and enjoyed the location and proximity to the beach. It's great to hear that the home met all your needs for the week! We hope to host you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

Great house near everything

Loved the location, house was beautiful and met our family’s needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you for the lovely feedback, Jay! We’re so happy to hear that the location and house met your family’s needs. It was a pleasure having you stay with us!
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10/10 Excellent

Christian P.

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

Nice place

Hard to find a very clean and pet friendly house. This place nails it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you, Christian! We're so glad Blue Heron Landing was the perfect fit. Finding a clean, pet-friendly home can be tough, so we’re happy this one checked all the boxes. We’d love to have you back anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

ANGIE S.

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

Thanksgiving

We enjoyed our stay for Thanksgiving. This home is beautiful and very comfortable. We love Oak Island. The Shore Family
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2024
Thank you, Angie, for your kind review! We're so glad you and your family enjoyed a comfortable and memorable Thanksgiving at our home. Oak Island is a special place, and we're happy you loved it as much as we do. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

ALYSSA

Blue heron

House was super clean and organized! The welcome bag was a very nice touch for us as it was a quick trip and forgot some things, so thank you! Comfortable living space and great for a small group!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you, Alyssa, for your review. We are glad the home was comfortable and well-prepared for your stay, and that the welcome bag came in handy. We would be happy to host you again anytime.

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