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The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront

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A beach house with a small porch and a deck, situated on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
A beachfront house with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to a balcony.
A wooden deck with white railings overlooking a beach.
A covered porch with a bench and table, overlooking a beach.
A covered outdoor deck with a wooden picnic table and chairs, a white railing, and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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
    Close to Ocean Crest Pier

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Oak Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the area

Oak Island

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oak Island Beach and Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Oak Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Caswell Beach - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 36 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront on 26 Oct 2026 start from £1,721, 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 The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront located?

Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Oak Island Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best location ever

The deck is so close to the beach that sitting on the deck feels like sitting on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Mermaid Cottage was everything we needed and then some. I will definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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