Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.
"Happiness Comes in Waves" is the perfect spot for an island getaway! It's just steps from the beach, but is a secluded setting that backs up to the Davis Canal tidal marsh with a private pier that you can drop a line in the water or a crab trap (one of only two private piers in the area). The property is fourth row back and a quick 2-minute walk to the beach with easy access. Relax on the front deck and fall asleep listening to sounds of the ocean!
This property boasts 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths plus an additional outdoor shower with hot/cold water for use during the summer months. The kitchen was recently completely renovated, with ample cabinet storage space and is well equipped (pots, pans, blender, electric griddle, toaster oven, coffee maker (standard and Keurig), hand mixer, crockpot, etc) to meet all of your cooking needs.
The inside dining table has four chairs, plus we have two folding chairs, plastic deck chairs, and out on the deck is a wrought-iron table with four chairs.
Bedroom 1 has a king bed. Bedroom 2 includes two sets of bunk beds (the top bunks are only for children). Bedroom 3 has a queen bed.
Linens are NOT provided but the property does include pillows, blankets, and comforters/quilts for all beds and the sofa sleeper. You can bring your own sheets and towels, or rent them from Sharon's Linens on Oak Island (if you do this, we've heard that Sharon's can be sold out in peak season, so contact them early).
All bedrooms and the living room have ceiling fans. The ceiling fan/light in the living room is operated by remote control.
The property includes a Roku TV and high-speed Internet access and WiFi.
This is a pet friendly property with a maximum of 2 pets allowed (dogs only, owner is allergic to cats). Dogs must weigh under 100 lbs and there is a non-refundable pet fee of $120. Owners must clean up the yard after their pets! Please clean furniture is there is an abundant amount of hair as well.
There's a wagon to haul your gear over to the beach and usually several beach chairs. And there's a hose available to wash all those things down when you come back from the beach.
An ice shack is two blocks away to fill your cooler. It's next door to a convenience store for anything you might've forgotten.
A washer/dryer is in the half-bath.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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About the area
Oak Island
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood 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 The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting.
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Lonerider at Oak Island - 9 min drive
Salt64 - 8 min drive
oak island deli & pub - 7 min drive
Pirates Deck - 7 min drive
Thai And Vine - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh. 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 Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh. on 18 May 2026 start from £165, 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 at Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh. located?
Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was very convenient ,very short walk to the beach .all updates to the home were very cozy .just needs a bit more grass for dogs to do there pottyin!overall great house ! we have an old English puppy almost a year old he loved the Beach !
This is our second year staying here and it's perfect for us. Easy walk to the beach, clean and convenient with plenty of space for 2 adults and a 10 yo, the dock to the marsh is fantastic. We're so glad we got to stay again!
We had a wonderful time at Oak Island and love this rental property. Second time staying there and both times it has been super clean and perfect for us!
Perfect location, short walk to the beach and close to restaurants. Cottage comfortably furnished. Loved the boardwalk into the marsh behind the house. Highly recommend.
Well stocked kitchen, good decor. Plenty of seating. Loved the pier out to the marsh and only a short walk to the ocean. The owner was super friendly and responsive to any questions. Great check-in process. I would stay here again!
A much needed vacation for my friend and me. Very nice and clean with everything we needed. Y’all did a great job with the remodel. The pier was a great place to relax and see the wildlife. We’re already talking about our next trip.
We had a fabulous time spending Thanksgiving at this house. Location is great and the pier out back is a bonus. The house was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Host was responsive and accommodating. Can’t wait to go back.
Nice house so close to the beach and dock on tidal creek where you can see the sunrise and sunset. Really well stocked kitchen. Good communication with host.
My family and I enjoyed staying here for a long weekend. Even our dogs liked it- the deck was perfect for sunning themselves and watching the neighborhood. It's a short 2 block walk to the beach and we appreciated that there was a wagon available to haul our gear back and forth! We can't wait to go back!
The house was good for us. We did find a couple of bugs, but nothing unreasonable. Overall the experience was a good one. The bathroom was adequate and the bed was comfortable. We enjoyed having the sundeck in the front and the street was quiet. All things considered, it was a pleasant stay. The television could stand to have an antenna added, because the streaming can be a little confusing for tech idiots like me.
We found the property as listed. It was a great size for our family of four and our dog. Very quick walk to the beach. The pier in the back was a surprisingly enjoyable bonus for watching the wildlife and tides. Overall an excellent stay. Thank you!
We had a great time visiting the island and staying at this property. When we arrived everything was in perfect condition and exceptionally clean. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed to cook with. Each room has a tv so that was great too! Where the property is located is a very short walk to the ocean. Our dog Moses loved it too! We would vacation here again and recommend this rental.
Perfect location on Oak Island! Situated on the marsh, enjoy the view from the kitchen window or walk out onto the dock to observe wildlife with the changing tides. This was our favorite spot for coffee each morning. Enjoy the sounds of the ocean from the deck on the opposite side of the house or take the 2 minute walk to the ocean. House is small, but was clean, comfortable -just right for a relaxing long weekend for our family of four. Being able to bring our dog was an added bonus!
Enjoyed 3 great days with my grandchildren. The house was in a perfect quiet spot. The private dock was awesome and we all caught fish when the tide was high. Beach was a short distance. The house was well equipped to make our stay comfortable.
This was a perfect stay for us. I was so appreciative of the hosts letting us in a bit early, which was super helpful with two little ones and our dog! The space was great, well stocked, very short walk to the beach. The private dock was amazing and we enjoyed the most beautiful sunsets there. I’d suggest the fan blades being cleaned more regularly and having a laundry basket. It did get very hot in the unit in the afternoon, which was posted as an FYI. Overall a wonderful stay!