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The Almost – Short Walk to Beach & Dog Friendly, Cozy vibes, Sleeps 6-7

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A house with a porch, a door labeled '224', and a mailbox.
A residential house with a front porch, a driveway, and surrounding trees.
A white rocking chair with a colorful cushion on a porch.
A porch with a white bench, a green chair, and two lanterns.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a patterned rug, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Caswell Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

The Almost – Short Walk to Beach & Dog Friendly, Cozy vibes, Sleeps 6-7

Take a morning walk on the beach. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch, relax in the large private yard on the patio, or unwind in the enclosed screened porch. Welcome to “The Almost,” a comfortable and inviting home designed for a relaxing stay.
As you enter the house, you are welcomed into a cozy living room that opens into a thoughtfully laid-out space featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, laundry room, and a peaceful screened porch.
Primary Bedroom
• King-size bed
• Private bathroom
• Walk-in closet
First Bedroom
• Queen-size bed
• Shared bathroom
• Large closet
Second Bedroom
• Full bed with twin trundle
• Shared bathroom
• Large closet
All bedrooms include Roku TVs, internet access, linens, and a variety of pillows for a comfortable night’s sleep.
The kitchen is well stocked with a wide range of cookware, utensils, and tools to make preparing meals easy and enjoyable during your stay.
Step outside to the fenced backyard, designed with a relaxed beach-inspired feel. Enjoy outdoor dining on the patio set, cook on the Weber or charcoal grill, or unwind in Adirondack chairs after a day of activities. A storage shed is also available with beach items for guests to use.
Well-behaved, house-trained dogs are welcome to join you (added cleaning fee). We provide couch covers for your convenience and recommend bringing a kennel if your dog will remain in the house while you are out exploring.
Come settle in, relax, and enjoy your stay at The Almost.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5141954vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Oak Island

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Tranquil Harbour, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Kure Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 37 min drive - 51.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Almost – Short Walk to Beach & Dog Friendly, Cozy vibes, Sleeps 6-7 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at The Almost – Short Walk to Beach & Dog Friendly, Cozy vibes, Sleeps 6-7?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Almost – Short Walk to Beach & Dog Friendly, Cozy vibes, Sleeps 6-7?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Almost – Short Walk to Beach & Dog Friendly, Cozy vibes, Sleeps 6-7?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Almost – Short Walk to Beach & Dog Friendly, Cozy vibes, Sleeps 6-7 located?

Located in Tranquil Harbour, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Caswell Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a home away from home with pretty much everything you need. Super nice owner. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Thank you so much! I am so happy you enjoyed your visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We took a chance renting this home before any reviews and could not have been happier. This cute beach house came with everything we needed and more. The kitchen is fully stocked, the shed had beach chairs, equipment and a wagon. We spent most mornings & evenings on the lovely screened porch. The beach, Publix and a few restaurants are all walking distance. Great host too. If we make the trip back from California again, we would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2026
Thank you so much for taking a chance on “The Almost”. I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When hidden gems are found most of the time you keep them to yourself. However I know it’s not the right thing to do here. This is our 4th time staying here and 1st time under the new ownership. We’ve always had a great time and stay. The new ownership have really updated the house. We love this little hidden gem. Great parking, a shed filled with everything you need to enjoy a vacation without bringing anything from home, neighbors are very nice. Very clean and owners live local so no need to ever worry about an issue that may come up while you’re here. 10/10 stay. Will definitely be booking again later in the year. Honestly I can’t think of anything to put in this comment that would have made the stay any better or any changes they could make.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2026
Thank you so much! I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay and even happier that you are planning to come back!

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Hosted by Tamara S Walker

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