Location: Oak Island, Southern Coast, Coastal, North Carolina, USA (Oak Island is about 30 miles from Wilmington, NC) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: beach house
Come stay at the Gollywobbler, our family-friendly Oak Island beach house. Our house is a block and a half from the beach and has fantastic ocean views due to its street-corner location. We have three decks that face the ocean, two of them up high on the second floor - maybe you'll even see a gollywobbler! Our covered back deck looks out over a beautiful tidal marsh.
The main floor has a full kitchen with a table for eight. We like to cook so you will find all the tools you need including a large pot for crab or shrimp boils! The living room has new hardwood floors and plenty of books and board games for your family. Both the kitchen and living room have plenty of windows and adjoin a large deck. A covered deck just off the kitchen is a great place to enjoy your coffee or a meal.
There are two bedrooms and a bathroom on the main floor. One room has a new queen bed and the other has two singles. The main-floor bathroom was remodeled in 2007 and now has a tiled floor and tiled tub and shower.
Upstairs, both of the two bedrooms have queen beds. Each upstairs room has a private deck with an ocean view. The upstairs bathroom has a shower.
We keep a lot of beach toys which you are welcome to use. Try our surfboard at the beach, or paddle our canoe around the marsh if you like.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Covered Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Water View : Nice view of the marsh. Please see additional photos on our personal website.
- Other Amenities
- 3 Cable TV's, 2 VCR's, Covered Porch, Large Deck, 2 Private Decks, Private Outdoor Shower with Hot Water, Plenty of Beach Toys and Games, High Chair, Port-A-Crib, Smoking is not permitted inside of the house, If you want to save some money, bring your own linens and towels. If you would rather not hassle with that, you can select the optional linen service. Departure cleaning service is included in the rent. Please call if you have questions.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Crabbing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Memorial Day-Labor Day: WEEKLY ONLY: $1840/week, Saturday to Saturday.
Departure cleaning services and linens included on weekly rentals.
Tax is an additional 13.75%.
Security Deposit is $300 (refundable within 2 weeks after departure)
Optional pet fee is $25/night or $150/week.
Sept. - October: $195/nt, 3-nt min, Get 7 nights for price of 5.
See our personal website (link is below) for more details
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Rent the Gollywobbler! Oceanview and Easy Marsh Access!
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Oak Island
Oak Island is a quiet, family-friendly beach town. Since the beach faces South, we get a nice sunset every evening. There are no high rises to obscure the view!
The Unique Benefits at this House
We love to visit the beach. Since our house is so close to the marsh, we get to see plenty of dolphins, egrets and crabs too.
For about five bucks a carload, ride across the mouth of the Cape Fear River to Fort Fisher Park and the NC Aquarium. Get a good look at Bald Head Island on the crossing.
This is a great place for a picnic. Fun ferry ride from Southport.
Small park with butterfly garden and a dock. Good destination for a bike ride.
Great 18-hole golf course right on the island! Numerous other golf courses in the area.
Great place to explore the beach, especially at low tide. Kids love this area. Great biking destination - not that far from the Gollywobbler.
tennis courts, playground, and even a skateboard park! Great for the kids.
Although there are several convenience stores near the Gollywobbler, this is the closest major grocery store. There are also lots of shops, restaurants, and cafes in this area. Very short drive from t
It's just a few blocks away! Milk, bread, beverages, sunblock - get all your basics here and be back on the beach in no time.
This is the closest fish market to the Gollywobbler. We always get great, very fresh, fish here. Go early to get the best selection. Haag & Sons Seafood 7901 E Oak Island Drive Oak Island, NC 2
Owner's Map of Oak Island
The Gollywobbler is offered by the families of three siblings; Eric and Max Rosentreter, and Lydia Bangert. Eric's family lives in Mooresville, NC, Max's in Raleigh, NC, and Lydia's in Pinckney, Michigan.
Property Photos
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- Oceanview Balconies and Large Deck - Oak Island, North Carolina Beach House
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- Kitchen as Viewed from Living Room. - Oak Island, North Carolina Beach House
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- Living Room as Viewed from Kitchen. - Oak Island, North Carolina Beach House
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- View from the front porch
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- Marsh View from Gollywobbler
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- The back of the Gollywobbler, looking toward the ocean
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- Southeast View from Front Porch
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- Southwest View from Front Porch
Traveler Reviews (28)
You won't be disappointed!
Guest: Sandy_HAC94538
(Cross Lanes, West Virginia)
Date of Stay: 08/31/11
Review Submitted: 09/27/11
We stayed at the Gollywobbler for an extended weekend and had a wonderful time. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone, especially pet owners. The location is perfect and the house has anything and everything you might need. We especially liked the location between the marsh and the ocean. Eric makes the whole rental process stress free and is very accommodating. We look forward to being able to vacation at the Gollywobbler again, and again, and again.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, pet owners, families with young children.
Oak Island is great
Guest: Cathy
(Iaeger WV)
Date of Stay: 03/14/11
Review Submitted: 09/09/11
Our family stayed the week of March 14 through 20 and we had a great time. It seem so much like home that the children, young adults and all enjoyed it. It is very close to the beach and plenty of room for the 10 of us. The water was a little cold at that time but it was in March. Oak Island is a beautiful area and I would recommend anyone to stay here. We are planning to come back next year.Great for pets!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Will visit again!!
Guest: Brook
(Raleigh, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11
Review Submitted: 06/02/11
The Gollywobber was perfectly accommodating for our group of 7 people. Plenty of bedrooms and porch space and a giant kitchen table. One thing I may suggest to future renters - be sure to bring hand soap, dish detergent, and clothes detergent as none were provided. The location was great - close to the beach and the marsh and some good restaurants. Eric was very helpful in being sure we had all the information we needed for the weekend that we stayed. Check out was simple and painless and the cleaning crew handles the majority of it. I love the idea of having the option to bring your own linens/towels or have them provided - we paid the extra $75 for the linen service for convenience and it was well worth it. Thanks again for the wonderful weekend!!!
Owner response:Thanks very much for the kind note about the Gollywobbler. Our linen service is excellent and it is included in the price of week-long rentals during the high season! Eric
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, families with young children.
Perfect!!!!
Guest: Wendy
(Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/20/11
Review Submitted: 05/31/11
My family rented this property the last week of May. It was a beautiful house, clean and was just as it was advertised on vrbo. Our dogs were comfortable in the house and on the porches. You could not tell that dogs had even been there (ie damage, odor, scratches etc.) The outdoor shower was amazing. The owner was very prompt at returning emails and answering questions. He also let us add one night to accommodate our dates. Perfect house and situation for us and we would definately rent this one again!!!!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fun at the Gollywobbler
Guest: Extended family of seven
(Raleigh,NC)
Date of Stay: 06/26/10
Review Submitted: 07/15/10
My family really enjoyed their visit to Oak Island and the Gollywobbler helped make our vacation a hit. The house is in a great location and very clean. The front porch was a wonderful gathering place and a place for relaxation. Creek and ocean access were great for family even with a baby. Canoe was a great plus.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Just what we needed!
Guest: The Yanks
(Mansfield PA.)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10
Review Submitted: 07/01/10
Fun in the sun, the sound of the sea, playing in the sand, paddling and exploring in the marsh,so many things to do and still plenty of time to relax in very comfortable surroundings. The whole family loved our stay at the Gollywobbler and can't wait to get back!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fun in the Sun at Oak Island and the Gollywobbler
Guest: SCFINER
(Anderson SC,USA)
Date of Stay: 05/15/10
Review Submitted: 06/01/10
The family loved the house at Oak Island. The bright decor, with lots of windows and large front porch makes for a relaxing time. The kitchen will well equiped for any kind of meals. We enjoyed grilling. The beach was just a few steps at away, really nice area, quiet and we connected to a neighbors wi-fi..fast internet. My Husband and I met on Long Beach 27 years ago, and we felt like we had come back home. Thanks for a lovely vacation and we plan to come back in the fall. Brenda & Ike from Anderson SC
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Awesome place!
Guest: Natash
(Raleigh)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10
Review Submitted: 06/01/10
Stayed at the Gollywobbler this weekend with friends and dogs...couldn't have been a better experience! The super easy access to the beach and the views from the various decks at different times of day were great. Next time, we just want to go for longer! If you don't need high-end luxury on your vacation, but rather just pure comfort, relaxation, and a good time...this is the house for you. (and p.s....the beds are comfortable...a rarity on a beach vacation in my experience).
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, families with young children.
Great value and wonderful views!
Guest: Winston-Salem, NC
(NC)
Date of Stay: 04/16/10
Review Submitted: 04/26/10
Just spent the weekend at Gollywobbler with my husband and had a great time. The house is 3rd row but the views are great! Beach access is directly across from the house (just cross 2 streets). And we saw the most amazing sunset from the back marsh area. Eric was great to work with and we were thrilled to be able to take our dog. The beaches are beautiful - we did lots of walking and exploring. And were able to get into Southport for some touring and lunch. Besides all the decks and close beach access, our favorite things about the house were all the wonderful windows (tons of sunlight) in the family room/kitchen and an awesome shower in the downstairs bathroom. Thanks for a great weekend.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/06/09
Review Submitted: 08/06/09
Our family had a wonderful time at the Gollywobbler. The house is awesome and close enough to the beach to make access easy. Vacationing at Oak Island was more enjoyable than any we've had at Myrtle.
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