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Wateroak shaded home with screened porch one direct block from beach

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fenced in back yard
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Master bedroom
Bedroom 2

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Oak Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Oak Island Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Oak Island

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Tranquil Harbour, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Oak Island Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Caswell Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wateroak shaded home with screened porch one direct block from beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wateroak shaded home with screened porch one direct block from beach?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Wateroak shaded home with screened porch one direct block from beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wateroak shaded home with screened porch one direct block from beach located?

Located in Tranquil Harbour, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Oak Island Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Caswell Beach and Oak Island Golf Club. Ocean Crest Pier and Oak Island Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 107 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Easy beach access. The property owner was very nice and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Location is key at this property. You can easily walk to the beach access and be on the beach in 5 minutes. Pet friendly with a securely fenced back yard. All beds were very firm, just the way we like them. Property is currently for sale. If it remains a rental, hopefully the new owner will take care of the deferred maintenance. Finishes and amenities need a refresh - but if you are ok with very rustic, this place is alright. The location is quiet and convenient.
Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach cabin for our family Loved every part!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very enjoyable stay

Wife and were just looking for a weekend getaway to the beach and this was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Would use it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 out of 10! Amazing property will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My kids loved the chalk wall And the back yard! It was a quiet stay and very close to the beach! Will definitely be back when we come to area again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2 nights

Quick stay-nice place-would stay again if in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice, quiet little cabin

Nice cabin for a quiet getaway to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My son had an excellent stay with his dogs. Thank you for sharing your home with him.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The trifecta!

The price, location and vibe (teenagers added that) made for the perfect stay. The proximity to the beach was fantastic! We struggled with the hot water supply a bit, but would absolutely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would stay again

Great vacation spot. Short walk to the beach. Close to all the stuff on the island. Great back yard and porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice

Place was perfect for our family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beach Cottage

This was a comfortable stay for our family (me, spouse, two teens, and our dog). There was plenty of room, beds were comfortable, yard was spacious, and it was a short walk to the beach. We hope to be staying again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was adorable it had a lot cabin vibe and beautiful inside. The beach was in walking distance and easy to access. The only downside was the towels/rags for bathing we only had one rag provided and 4 towels for 5 people so we bought some rags and a few towels and made it work. Other than that it was a great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just Beachy

Great location, clean home, and an overall wonderful vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and affordable beach stay

The property was perfect for our quick, Labor Day weekend beach stay. The house is a 5 minute walk to the beach. We were able to relax and enjoy a restful weekend away. We love Oak Island for the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute log cabin design. Walking distance to pier, beach, and brewery

Super cute spot, very close to beach. Less than 1 mile walk from oak islan fishing pier and solar brewing. Attentive hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 9, 2023
Thank you Benjamin. We are so glad you enjoyed it. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we were looking for

Perfect for a father/son fishing tournament weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great staycation

I needed to get out of my house for a couple of days to get a new roof and this little place was ideal. Enjoyed the shaded lot, the easy access to the beach and the beautiful sunsets. Great little house❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home to stay at

My family has vacationed on OKI for generations, and this was a first time staying this close to the Old Bridge. We thoroughly enjoyed the house and found it easy to get to the beach as it is just across the street. We would recommend this home to our other family members, friends, and neighbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A cabin at the beach!

The property was exactly as described. The fenced on yard for dogs and sitting around the fire pit was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 5, 2023
Glad you enjoyed it Susan. We hope in the future with our new manager that things will be even better.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oak Island

Thank you for sharing your home with us. Wonderful neighborhood, and close to everything you need. We hope you come back very soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beachy Vacation

Overall stay was great! Very clean and loved the yard for the dogs with outside hose to wash off from a day at the beach. The A/C had a little bit of a hard time cooling on the hot day, but overall experience was 5/5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Everything was was absolutely perfect! Great location and lovely home. Love the log cabin, it’s like a mountain home but at the beach! They refer to it as quaint but it was very roomy for the five of us! Would definitely stay again and recommend to others!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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