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Carefree by the Sea…. only 3 blocks from the BEACH!

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A single-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by trees.
A covered patio area with outdoor seating, a small table, and a fire pit.
A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A living room with a white sofa, a brown armchair, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.
A dining area with a large table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • 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•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Carefree by the Sea…. only 3 blocks from the BEACH!

This newly renovated home has all the comforts you’ll need for that perfect get-away! Enjoy a fully-stocked kitchen, super comfortable beds, marble bathrooms, a 70” screen tv and walking distance to many wonderful restaurants, bars and the BEACH!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3127376vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Oak Island

Yaupon Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island, is home to this holiday home. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Holden Beach - 40 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Carefree by the Sea…. only 3 blocks from the BEACH! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Carefree by the Sea…. only 3 blocks from the BEACH! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Carefree by the Sea…. only 3 blocks from the BEACH! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carefree by the Sea…. only 3 blocks from the BEACH! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Carefree by the Sea…. only 3 blocks from the BEACH! located?

Located in Yaupon Beach, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Caswell Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse and Ocean Crest Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

FRances W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house in a quiet neighborhood for our trip to Oak Island. Shelley described the property well, good communication. Very clean, comfortable beds, convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really nice house with a refreshingly unusual layout for a house at the coast. Very well equipped and attractively decorated. Most importantly (to me): comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2026
Andy, Thank you for taking the time to give us such a nice review! We appreciate it and hope you'll come back again. Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely situated, quiet place. Comfortable, well laid out. Nice to have a park nearby and be right across from the inlet. Looked exactly like the photos except the backyard. The area can be a bit buggy in the summer. The host was very accessible and helpful. We spent a great week there and would come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2026
Mark, Thank you for takIng the time to give us a very nice review. We appreciate it and hope you’ll come back again! Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry G H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host did an excellent job, questions answered immediately and very personable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2026
Thank you for taking the time to give us great review! Hope you’ll come again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home located near the bay and an easy walk to the beach. Home and kitchen have everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Thank you Dennis! Hope you’ll come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Great stay!

Enjoyed a lovely stay at this beautiful, serene cottage located right across from a little park right on the intracoastal. Super clean- excellent communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Thank you for taking the time to give us such a kind review. We hope you’ll come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Late Summer Getaway

We enjoyed this stay as much as our previous one. The house was so welcoming and comfortable especially when the weather was rainy at the beach, we had everything we needed! Loved our time there😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

valerie y.

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

Memorial Day getawsy

The house is probably the nicest place I have rented thru vrbo. The host has thought of everything and all is top quality. Beach towels, chairs, wagon etc! The house is beautifully decorated and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for being our guest and for the taking the time to give us such a nice review. Hope you’ll come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Another magical time

This is our third stay at this wonderful place and I don’t see how we can think of going elsewhere, since it has it all for us, a perfect layout, proximity to the ocean, but in a quiet homelike neighborhood. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
Thank you for your kind review! I hope you enjoy the rest of the summer and will come and be our guests again sometime. ☀️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Mom

Wonderful visit at Carefree by the Sea. Everything was great. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2024
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. Hope you'll come back and stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Katie L.

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

Lovely stay

We really enjoyed staying at the house. Very well appointed. Hope to visit again soon. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to have you stay with us again soon. Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis F.

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

Awesome beach getaway

The home was so clean and comfortable for our adult family of 5! Close proximity to beach and awesome restaurants nearby. Shelley was very accommodating and responsive before and during our stay. We’d highly recommend her home for your Oak Island vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for your review. We enjoyed having you and are glad our home was a great fit for your family. Hope you’ll you’ll stay with us again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Tina Sexton

Was amazing!!! Short drive or walk to the beach. The house was very clean and roomy!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thank you Tina! Hope you’ll come back and stay with us again. Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

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

50th Birthday Girls Getaway

This house is the most well appointed VRBO I’ve rented! Beach chairs, bikes, linens, even a few staples in the pantry, & comfortable beds. It made our stay so much easier. Shelley is a great host!! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Hope you had a fabulous time and we look forward to having you stay with us again! Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Such a beautiful cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful little cottage. I love architecture so I found it very interesting how this 70’s cottage was modernized. Bravo to your designer! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2024
Thank you Lori for taking the time to write a review. So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you’ll be our guest again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

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

My favorite rental ever.

This is the best vacation rental I’ve ever stayed at. I want this to be my full time home. Perfectly located, decorated, stocked, and layout. The house was so clean, super comfy beds, EXTRA towels and beach items to use. I will be back! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for leaving such a kind review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and we do hope you’ll be our guests again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne P.

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

Beautiful Home

The house was beautiful. Exactly what the pictures show. House is stocked with most of the things you could need. Linens are included. Beds are firm but comfortable. House is close to the beach and all restaurants. We had a great stay there and are looking forward to another trip next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2023
Thank you Roxanne. We look forward to hosting you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

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

Beautiful home!

The light and airy feeling we got from the photos sold us on this house for our girls' trip and it absolutely exceeded our expectations! The renovations and decorating were so well done, and the hosts thought of everything you could possibly need while staying there. The living room furniture and beds were comfortable, and the house was very clean. The neighborhood was quiet and nice to walk around in. Communication and check-in were so easy. I highly recommend this home - we would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2023
Thank you Sara for the wonderful review. We hope you’ll be our guest again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

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

The best time ever

We really enjoyed our time there, wish it could have been longer. The layout of the house was great, it is so airy and well, beachlike. Gorgeous decor. Plenty of room for 5 adults and a baby taking her first steps. A few blocks from the Oak Island beach and a 5 min drive from the Caswell beach area which has free public parking. We loved the little park on the waterway right across the street from the house. All in all a wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2023
Patty, Thank you for the wonderful review! So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you’ll come stay with us again. Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donnie L.

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

Back @ our favorite Vacation Home

Our second vacation stay at "Carefree by the Sea" was once again delightful. The charm of the house is what keeps us coming back: cozy and inviting, with a perfect blend of comfort and character. The location couldn't have been better, just a stone's throw away from the sandy shores and breathtaking sunsets. What truly made our stay memorable, though, were the wonderful homeowners. Their hospitality was exceptional, making us feel welcomed and cared for throughout our time at each stay. From helpful local tips to ensuring every detail was taken care of, they went above and beyond to ensure our stay was nothing short of perfect. In short, it was a great getaway where every aspect, from the charming ambiance of the house to the prime location and the genuine warmth of the homeowners came together to create an unforgettable beach vacation experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your beautiful review! We hope that you'll continue to come back to "Carefree by the Sea" and make more special memories in the years to come. Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

K C.

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

Beautifully renovated house fully stocked

This rental was perfect for our family of 4. Comfy beds and spacious bathrooms. The living area includes open plan kitchen, dining and TV area, plus an entry sitting room and outdoor seating. Bright and airy space with plenty of room and comfy furniture. The kitchen was stocked with all the basics and plenty of dishes and glasses. Full-size washer/dryer plus beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, carts, coolers and games like spike all and cornhole plus 3 bikes. Everything we needed for the beach! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review! So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you’ll come back again. Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

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

Clean and Spacious, well furnished

This house was beautifully decorated, and very well maintained. Additionally, the home was very clean. The owners also provided every beach item you could need including six chairs, a shibumi shade, boogie boards, hand cart, and many games. The owners were incredibly responsive, and answered the phone when I called them. The kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans. The house is very spacious with a large table for dinner and large living that allowed for us all have a seat and enjoy the space. The beach is about 12 minute walk, and there is parking by the beach if you want to take a car down, but I personally walked down each time and it was no problem. The most difficult part of walking is the lack of crosswalks at the main road, but we always found a break in traffic within a minute or two even with a party of six crossing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Care free by the sea, and plan to stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you’ll come back again soon. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donnie L.

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

The Jewel of Oak Island

Amazing property that is close to everything and has too many amenities to list. So I will list my favorites. The home is a true hidden gem. Beautiful appointed home and well equipped. We are a small family of four and the three bedrooms and two bathrooms were perfect. We experienced a hiccup with the internet but Shelley and Walt were easy to communicate with during the experience and it was solved (equipment failure) in a few days. We had our cell phones and tablets; getting us out of the house and enjoying the surrounding beach community. We were able to walk to the small park across the road and walk 10min to the library. Quiet neighborhood. The openness of the house makes you want to stay, if you ever dreamed of owning a beach home, this is what it would be like in every aspect. Hopefully we will be booking again for many years to come. Amenities: beach wagon, Fishing poles, Shibu canopy, towels, cooler, beach chairs, baby high chair, pack in play, gas grill, fully equipped (you name it they got it) kitchen, and equipped pantry.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Donnie, I can’t thank you enough for your rave review!! We try really hard to have everything just perfect when our guests arrive, but some things are out of our control. Despite the hiccup when you arrived, it sounds like you were able to enjoy our home and Oak Island as much as we do. That’s our wish for all of our guests! Please do come back and stay with us again…. and one night is on us…. in appreciation of your patience and understanding.. Thanks again! Shelley
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy M.

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

Quick baseball trip

We came to Oak Island for a quick baseball trip and tried to squeeze in as much fun as possible. Shelly’s place was just as described in the photos. After the hiccups of getting in, keypad battery was dead, the interior shared area was gorgeous. Very spacious and welcoming. The beds were comfy and the water pressure in the master shower was amazing. Loved having the baby equipment there already. Lots of beach equipment, although we didn’t use. A few downfalls/recommendations of my particular trip would be, make sure the exterior is maintained. The bushes along the sidewalk to get in were way overgrown and blocking, as well as the chairs were covered with debris. (I swept the chairs and trimmed the debris for our trip.)The key code didn’t work, but Shelly was very responsive and helpful in my call. We never could find the kitchen light or the master bedroom light. Not sure if they were burnt out or we didn’t see the switch. Also, the interior was “clean”, but unsure if deep cleaned. There was an entire bag of trash in the can under the sink, countertops weren’t clean and there were several dead bugs in the open areas. It was also 80 degrees when we arrived inside the house. Two of the bedroom floors felt unstable as entering.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2025
I appreciate you taking the time to identify things that we can improve upon for future guests. We will certainly address those mentioned as our hope is to always provide a comfortable and clean home-away-from-home for our guests.

About the host

Hosted by Shelley Langosch

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Hi! I’m Shelley and I hope to have the opportunity to share our wonderful beach house with you soon.

Just before Covid hit we scheduled a trip to get to see the many beach towns on the NC coast. They’re all special in their own way but something about Oak Island captured our hearts and then when we walked into this home and we were sold!! We absolutely love the conveniences we have here…. We can walk to the beach in just a couple minutes, drop our kayaks and paddle boards in across the street and walk to so many great restaurants, wine bars and coffee shops.

Why they chose this property

After a fun day in the sun, it's nice to come home and enjoy the quiet that our neighborhood provides.

What makes this property unique

By looking at our house from the outside, it may not look like much but when you walk in, it'll surprise you! It's a very bright, open floor-plan with high ceilings in the living area and has a floor-to-ceiling woodburning fireplace.... making it an amazing "get-away" even in the winter months.

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