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Donovan's Blue Crab Cove

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Room
Living area
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Caswell Beach, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 King Bed

Ocean front

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Two doubles

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Fully renovated

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Donovan's Blue Crab Cove

. Beautiful and sought after beachfront property on quiet and peaceful Caswell Beach. The spacious deck overlooks the beach and the ocean. Your only steps away from the beach with your own private access. The house has an open concept connecting the living room, dining room, and kitchen. There are four bedrooms and two of them overlook the beach. Caswell Beach is a pet friendly community and there are lots of activities nearby. We have just recently hired a professional cleaning staff! Satisfaction guaranteed!! Gas card with every reservation of 2 or more days!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
Additionnal deposit required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Booklet provided with house rules

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Oak Island

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Caswell Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Caswell Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Holden Beach - 38 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 58 min drive - 85.4 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Donovan's Blue Crab Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Donovan's Blue Crab Cove?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donovan's Blue Crab Cove on May 3, 2026 start from $330, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Donovan's Blue Crab Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Donovan's Blue Crab Cove?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Donovan's Blue Crab Cove located?

Nestled on the beach, this Caswell Beach vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Caswell Beach and Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

therese s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the old school coastal vibe of the home- and the location on the beach was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liddia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host (Holly) was very quick to answer any questions we had. The house was so nice!! When we first entered, we were impressed at how clean the house was. It smelled so nice even. The beach theme decorations were interesting. I really liked them.There was everything that we needed for our stay. The back deck was a nice touch. We got to look out our bedroom window and watch the ocean. W we want to stay here again!!!! Thank you Holly for such a pleasant stay. Our favorite place now!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christoper S.

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

Great time!

A few hiccups but the owner was very responsive and corrected any problems within a few hours. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

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

Perfect location for people and dogs

Couldn't have a better location, view or beach privacy. What a relaxing time on a beautiful beach with plenty of space fot dogs to play.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was generally as it appeared in the listing. In general it is an older beach house and as such the house shows some wear-and-tear. It does have very nice beach access and is very nicely located. The house was generally clean although I do think a deep cleaning would be nice (ceiling fans, base boards, etc). I think investing in some new bed pillows would be a great idea! Overall our experience was good and we would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don A.

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

Perfect house and beach location to relax and enjoy life

Everything was A+ from booking the vacation to our very last day.Everything was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Relaxing stay

Location was perfect. Area non crowded with houses /people. Close to anything needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess C.

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

Perfect location and great house!

We loved our time here! The place was perfect for our growing family and you absolutely cannot beat the location!! Incredible view! Thank you for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Beach get away

It was quiet fun and relaxing. Just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charity B.

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

My new go to place.

If I had a beach house this is what I would want it to look like and the location I would want it to be in. It felt like home to me. I have no complaints. Loved everything about it. Perfect for me and my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great pet friendly house

Loved the location. Private section of beach that wouldn’t be crowed even in the summer. House was just as pictured. Comfortable beds and pretty well stocked kitchen. Only complaint was there were no true beach chairs. Just rusty folding patio chairs. We would have brought our own, but were told there were many. Also, didn’t know there were biting flys. Had to buy spray with deet and apply liberally to sit on the patio or beach. Found out this was a yearly occurrence for September and October. Overall, it was a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michelle M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

We Would Not Stay Again

This was, by far, the filthiest home that we have ever rented. That old pee smell when you walk in the door does not go away, no matter what you do. The rugs, beds, floors, and toilets were filthy. We had to go buy sheets and towels and cleaning supplies. A roach ran across the floor as we were getting ready for bed. The entire home needs a good scrubbing from top to bottom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Aidan W.

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

Charming Beach Cottage with Quirks

Let me start by saying that this is an amazing stretch of beach, quiet and uncrowded. The house is cozy but does need some refreshing; if you want to cook I would recommend bringing some extra pots and pans, there were lots in the cupboards but all damaged from heavy use. The coffee maker didn't work and there are quite a few lightbulbs out. With the beach wind the siding rattles and keeps you awake and the house sways quite a bit. The porch is a great place to enjoy the view but I hope that it has some maintenance done on the off season as the sturdiness of it was questionable, just don't stand all in one place. As far as the bedrooms go the true bed configuration is 1 king, 1 queen, 1 double and 2 singles. The house needs a good off season deep clean, air vents were coated in dirt/rust, sand in dresser drawers. Overall my family enjoyed our vacation here, just know what to expect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Cortney C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a frustrating experience with Holly, the host. On check-in day, we received no communication from her, so we reached out at 3 pm. By 4 pm, our check-in time, we still hadn’t heard back, so we contacted Vrbo for assistance. After some delays, Holly mentioned she had been in the hospital, but she should’ve had someone else handle the check-in details. Eventually, Vrbo told us the key was under the doormat, but when we arrived, it wasn’t there. We had to keep calling and texting Holly with no response. When we finally got in touch, we were told the keys were in the laundry room, though we had to be directed further before finding them.Upon entering the property, we were hit by a strong musty smell, and the house was in poor condition. It was nothing like the listing described. The walls were stained, the AC units were poorly maintained, and there were dangerous objects like a rusty tack on the living room chair. The house was filthy, with mold in the showers, dirty kitchenware, and sand everywhere. The TVs were outdated, and the kitchen was ill-equipped.To make matters worse, Holly threatened me with a bad review when I mentioned sharing my experience. After asking her to stop, she only did when I labeled it harassment. Despite following all house rules, the experience fell far short of expectations. We won’t rent from Holly again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie H.

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

Great location!

Everything was just as listed. The location was great! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate S.

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

Perfect location

Amazing spot right on the beach! Back porch overlooking the beach has a gate so our pups could enjoy the sunshine as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Nice family vacation

The home was clean and perfect for our family vacation, there was also a pack n play available that I didn’t see listed on the property so there’s that for extra
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly M.

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

Great value

Everything we needed. There are fancier places but why pay double or triple when this is perfectly fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by HOLLY DONOVAN

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You will love this property! Very quiet and private! Please check the reviews on Airbnb and Bookings! There was only 1 review on VRBO and that was an untrue review! The property books quickly so most reviews are from Airbnb! The setting is gorgeous you can see the sunrise and sunset from the back deck facing the Ocean! Gorgeous!

Why they chose this property

This property is one of the finest areas in Oak Island!

What makes this property unique

Gorgeous setting!
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