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Ocean Views! Pool, Spa, Private Backyard in OKI

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Lion by the Sea
Bird’s-Eye View of Your Private Getaway
Oceanfront Living Room w/ Unbeatable Views, Comfy Seating, and Flat Screen TV
Expansive Balcony Overlooking the Endless Ocean
Sleek, Open-Concept Kitchen w/ Breakfast Bar Seating, Refrigerator, Oven, Stovetop, Microwave, and Much More

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Ocean Views! Pool, Spa, Private Backyard in OKI

Summary:

BookSmart Properties presents: Lion by the Sea! This stunning home boasts ocean views, a private pool and spa (that can be heated for a fee w/ advance request), and an ideal location just blocks from OKI perks. Enjoy a private family cookout in the fenced yard, or dine together as a group in the spacious dining room after the chef of your family whips something up in the stocked kitchen! Each bedroom offers a private evening escape with coastal charm to add to the ambience. You don't want to miss out on this home!



The Space:

Welcome to Lion by the Sea! Boasting ocean views, a private fenced yard with a pool (Pool heating is available by advance request at $150 per night; if requested, it must be applied for the full duration of your stay and cannot be added for partial dates), a hot tub to relax in from 6pm-10pm, an outdoor oasis for a family barbecue, and a modern interior that sleeps 10, this home will book up fast. From top to bottom the interior sparkles with modern luxuries and coastal charm.



The kitchen is clean and spacious, offering all the tools for the chef in your group to create fabulous dinners for all. Enjoy together at the large table indoors, or take it outside and dine al fresco while soaking up the sun. Three barstools are perfect for chatting while cooking, grabbing a quick snack before the beach, or a morning cup of coffee. The living area is located just off of the kitchen and is filled with natural light from the many windows, offering a bright space to start your day and a cozy spot to unwind in the evenings.



The bedrooms are both spacious and quaint, immersing you in the beachy ambience and unlocking "vacation mode." Each king bedroom has a private, ensuite full bath, as well as deck access right from the room. The queen bedrooms have a shared jack and jill full bath, so no matter where you sleep you will have the utmost convenience. There is a sleeper sofa for 2 additional guests.



Outside, the beach is literally across the road, with public access points only a block away. If you need a break from the sand and opt to stay home, you can still soak up the Carolina sunshine and work on your suntan in the sunloungers by the private pool. There is a fence surrounding the backyard ensuring you have the most private oasis possible. End the evening in the hot tub from 6-10pm after a family barbecue around the built in grill. There is an outdoor shower for your convenience to help keep the house sand free and comfortable during your stay.



Lion by the Sea will book fast, so don't hesitate to plan you trip!



Lion by the Sea

- 2 King bedrooms w/ private ensuite full baths and deck access

- 2 Queen bedrooms that share a jack and jill full bath

- 1 sleeper sofa (sleeps 2)

- Stunning kitchen stocked with cooking supplies

- Dining area

- Living area

- Ocean views from multiple levels of decks

- Private pool (can be heated by advance request for a fee)

- Private spa

- Backyard lined with 6' privacy fence



Guest Access:

Detailed check-in instructions and a unique access code will be provided prior to arrival.



**Per HOA guidelines and local laws, the guests making the reservation must be at least 23 years old and be present during the entire duration of the stay. For non-family groups, all guests must be over the age of 23. If this rule or the home occupancy limit is breached, guests may be subject to fines or eviction.**



The Neighborhood:

Oak Island is a beach town that is separated from the mainland by the Intracoastal Waterway. Known primarily as a family beach town, it offers plenty of activities throughout the summer, including a variety of marathons/5Ks, live music, farmers markets, and more. The Intracoastal Waterway is popular for kayakers and fishing, and the town has plenty of golf courses, nature walks and biking for those who like to stay on land.



Getting Around:

The exact property address and home details will be sent to you with the check in instructions so you can easily plan your travels.



Other Things to Note:

Payment schedule: 50% at time of booking, 50% or remaining balance due 30 days before arrival.



The home is stocked with a starter supply of paper products and toiletries to get going, but it is recommended that you bring or purchase more to last for the duration of your stay.



The following violations may be subject to additional fines of up to $300: any pets, late departure without approval by host, & house left excessively messy.



High speed Wifi is an amenity that is provided at the property but we cannot guarantee functionality for issues that are beyond our control. Potential Wifi outages will always be handled in a timely manner and resolved to the best of our ability. Unfortunately it is not guaranteed that our solutions will fix the issue and refunds will not be given for Wifi malfunctions.



Interaction with Guests:

I am here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. I’m only a phone call/message away. You will be able to self check-in upon arrival.

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About the area

Oak Island

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Kure Beach and Caswell Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Holden Beach - 35 min drive - 49.3 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 59 min drive - 86.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬5 min drive

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

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thanks for your sweet review! So happy the home made for such an enjoyable stay. Hope to host you again sometime soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular house with an amazing view. This was a spring break rental for my wife and I along with our three kids. Although the temperatures outside was not ideal during our week there, the heated pool option and hot tub were a perfect way for us to enjoy the beach for walks while still being able to enjoy water relaxation. The outdoor gas fireplace and huge grill area really added some extra charm. The house itself was very clean and a perfect layout overall. The location was a perfect spot between visits to Myrtle Beach and Wilmington. Great ocean views in a really quaint town. Highly recommend for a relaxing-low key family vacation. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you for your glowing review! Sounds like the home made for such a memorable spring break getaway for your family. Love hearing that the heated pool, hot tub, and outdoor spaces helped make the most of the cooler weather. Appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you all back again for another relaxing beach vacation!
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10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lion by the Sea was the perfect choice for our family weekend getaway! The home was beautiful, welcoming, comfy, and clean with great ocean views. Beach access was right across the road and steps away from the house. After a day at the beach, we enjoyed the backyard with a large pool, adjoining spa, fire pit, and gas grill in the evening. The location was very convenient and close to Publix, coffee shops, and restaurants. Our host was awesome and very responsive. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! I’m so glad Lion by the Sea was the perfect spot for your family getaway. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the pool, spa, and fire pit after your beach days, and that the location worked out so well. I really appreciate your kind words about my communication too. I would love to have you all back anytime!
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