Delight in the waterfront landscape of Oak Island
Enjoy the wineries and other features of Oak Island. Renowned for its island views, shark watching and sailing, this city welcomes all visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around Oak Island
Do you want to discover top things to see and do in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Oak Island a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Oak Island Golf Club (5.5 mi / 8.8 km)
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (13.8 mi / 22.2 km)
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk (17.4 mi / 28 km)
- Lockwood Folly Country Club (3.6 mi / 5.8 km)
- The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- The Clubs at St. James (5 mi / 8 km)
Exploring the natural features in Oak Island
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Oak Island is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Caswell Beach (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- Holden Beach (12.4 mi / 20 km)
- Ocean Isle Beach (12.9 mi / 20.7 km)
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
- Kure Beach (14.9 mi / 24 km)
- Ocean Front Park (15.7 mi / 25.2 km)
Transport to and around Oak Island
The nearest airport is in Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.), located 28.1 mi (45.3 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand), which is 33 mi (53.1 km) away.