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Highlights
Bring your furry friends
Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Caswell Beach
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•4 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Oak Island, NC
Caswell Beach
Place, Caswell Beach
15 min walk
Ocean Crest Pier
Place, Ocean Crest Pier
3 min drive
Holden Beach
Place, Holden Beach
31 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
47 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Hall Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
The Bee's Knees-Adorable Cottage w/Optional Golf Cart
THE BEE'S KNEES is a cozy and charming dog-friendly, one-level beach cottage that is only a 15 minute walk to the ocean and less than a 2 minute drive (0.7 miles). This 3-bdr/2-bath one-story house is updated and nicely decorated. The back screened in patio opens to a shaded backyard with beautiful live oak trees and surrounded by a 6-foot fence. On-site golf cart rental with parking pass.
3 Bedroom | 2 Full Bathrooms
1 Queen | 1 Queen | 2 twin bunk beds | All beds have memory foam mattresses
Two Week Discount-10% for 14-20 nights, August 1,2026-June 1, 2027 Long Stay Discount-20% for 21-27 nights, August 1,2026-June 1, 2027 Monthly Discount-30% for 28+ nights, August 1,2026-June 1, 2027
Cleaning fee includes linens. Beds will be made prior to arrival (except for top bunks).
This is our second home that we visit regularly, and have made it comfortable & fun for you to enjoy as well. The house is 0.7 miles from the beach via the SE 9th footbridge (4 blocks over), or about the same distance via the Middleton Rd beach access.
The house has fast 600 mbps Wifi, with complementary streaming Spectrum (cable), and access to your Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu accounts via the Smart TVs. The following has been included to make your stay as comfortable and easy as possible:
* Outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a dog wash sprayer * Washer & Dryer * Beach towels * Beach wagon * Beach chairs * Beach totes * Boogie and skim boards * Bicycles (bring your own helmets) * High chair * Pack 'n play (bring your own linens) * Board games * 22" Weber charcoal kettle grill (Charcoal not included. Clean yourself) * Weber Spirit 3 burner propane grill (Propane is included. Clean yourself) * Fire pit with Adirondack Chairs (wood not provided, but all local grocery stores sell firewood) * Wireless and multiport cell phone/device chargers
The home also has 1 dog bed and 3 dog bowls. There is a shop vac in the garage so you can vacuum out all that beach sand before you return home.
The master bedroom has a queen sized bed, dresser, desk, en suite bathroom with large walk in shower, vanity with granite top, large walk-in closet, and a 42" Smart TV.
Bedroom #2 has a queen sized bed, one nightstand, one small chest of drawers, 32" Smart TV, and a closet.
Bedroom #3 sleeps up to 4 people with two sets of twin bunk beds (upper bunks have pocket organizers to hold cell phones, eyeglasses,etc) and a nightstand.
The living room has a cathedral ceiling, ceiling fan, a microfiber couch, matching love seat, two swivel chairs, a 55" smart tv, and a gas log fireplace.
The dining area has seating for 7 people, while the screened in porch can accommodate an additional 8 people (6 person dining set and a 2 person bistro set).
Bed linens and bath towels are included and beds will be made (minus top bunks). Owners supply a STARTER PACK ONLY of shampoo,body wash,dish soap,dishwasher pod,laundry detergent,paper towels,toilet paper,trash bags. Additional supplies may be purchased from the grocery store.
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Dogs must be booked in advance with a $180 pet fee paid at booking.
HOUSE RULES- NO SMOKING/vaping in or on the property Only 8 people are permitted to stay overnight-STRICTLY ENFORCED No Parties or Events Copy of license and signed rental agreement required within 24 hours of booking or reservation will automatically be cancelled. A $500 security deposit hold will be applied to guest's credit card 2 days before arrival then released 4 days after departure Please be respectful of the neighbors as most of them are full time residents. Town of OKI quiet hours are 11pm-7am
Did you know that we offer a golf cart rental?
It is SO much fun to cruise to the beach on our 2023 six passenger Bintelli electric (lithium battery) street legal golf cart. It has a beach chair rack on the back and built in bluetooth speakers so you can listen to your favorite music!
Golf cart rental fee is non-refundable due to operator error or poor weather conditions.
We will need a copy of you driver's license, auto insurance, and a signed copy our golf cart waiver and usage guidelines. Must be at least 23 years old to rent golf cart. The golf cart rental fee is charged after the house reservation is made and is rented for the duration of your stay (i.e. 3 night stay=3 night golf cart rental).
Golf Cart rates plus tax- January-February $25/night March-April $65/night May-September $85/night October $65/night November-December $45/night
Garage is not available for guest's vehicle use, this is where we store our golf cart . There is room for 2 cars in the driveway. Mid-stay clean and linen swap out are required for stays of 21+ nights. Restricted thermostat- no lower than 68 for AC and no higher than 75 for heat.
Please read the binder located inside the house for more important information about the property and the island. Please note-house will be decorated for Thanksgiving and Christmas. ***Due to the host's upcoming surgery, the house will not be decorated seasonally or for the holidays after November 1, 2026.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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No smoking/vaping in or on the property. No parties or events.
Only the number of people on the reservation are permitted to stay overnight,up to 8 people.
Guests are required to sign rental agreement.$500 security deposit will be held on card 2 day before check in, will be released 4 days after check out
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2800098
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Oak Island
Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Traveling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, motor boating and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
Is The Bee's Knees-Adorable Cottage w/Optional Golf Cart pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).
How much does it cost to stay at The Bee's Knees-Adorable Cottage w/Optional Golf Cart?
As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bee's Knees-Adorable Cottage w/Optional Golf Cart on Sep 15, 2026 start from $485, 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?
Self parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at The Bee's Knees-Adorable Cottage w/Optional Golf Cart?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Bee's Knees-Adorable Cottage w/Optional Golf Cart?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Bee's Knees-Adorable Cottage w/Optional Golf Cart located?
This family-friendly Oak Island vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 mi (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Bill Sargeson
Why they chose this property
We loved the backyard!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests