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Cozy, lower unit located in timeless Yaupon and only 800 feet from the beach!

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Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy, lower unit located in timeless Yaupon and only 800 feet from the beach!

Cake by the Ocean is an imperfectly perfect beach duplex just 800 feet from the ocean. This ground floor unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a newly remodeled kitchen (Spring 2024) and living space with a private entrance and fenced back yard. Enjoy the outdoor shower to wash off the sand and sunscreen and then retire to the outdoor living space to unwind. Located in the Yaupon Beach section of Oak Island, this property is convenient to the pier, multiple restaurants and cafes, shopping AND the beach!
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Free Parking!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Private, fenced backyard with gates.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave beds unmade.
Tie up trash bags and leave in cans.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2158084vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Oak Island

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Yaupon Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Holden Beach - 37 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 57 min drive - 83.8 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jumpin' Java - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, lower unit located in timeless Yaupon and only 800 feet from the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy, lower unit located in timeless Yaupon and only 800 feet from the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, lower unit located in timeless Yaupon and only 800 feet from the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, lower unit located in timeless Yaupon and only 800 feet from the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, lower unit located in timeless Yaupon and only 800 feet from the beach! located?

Located in Yaupon Beach, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Caswell Beach and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bay Beach 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. 70 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice unit with a "homey" feel. Hosts provide everything you need from the well-equipped kitchen supplies to the beach essentials. Its a 4 minute walk to the beach and a coffee shop nearby makes this an ideal location for a beach getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a beach getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia L.

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

Excellent property and Great location!

We loved every minute of our time there. The beach was beautiful and the locals are are wonderful. The perfect place to vacation as a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2022
Amelia and her family were lovely to host and we welcome them back anytime. Thoughtful guests make hosting easy and we love having families like yours. Enjoy the rest of your Spring!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Wonderful vacation spot!

Our time with Marcia and Chris was delightful, restful and beautiful. Our unit was all set for us, clean and with fresh flowers. An easy walk to the beach, we highly recommend this home away from home!
Welcoming living area ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent T.

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

Wonderful

Excellent place to stay , will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May, 2023
Thanks for coming back, we love having repeat guests. We have adult bikes if you ever want to take a bike tour around the island. Also, I'm talking to folks about fishing excursions for your friends this summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

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

The perfect place

It was better then how it was discribed in the VRBO site Nicely decorated everything you could need for a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2022
Thanks for staying with us, please come back any time! Also, please check your review as 1 star is poor and 5 stars is excellent. Hopefully, based on your review you meant 5 stars. :>)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with very communicative owners. Many things provided like linnings and toiletries. Just a short walk to the beach. Friendly folks in friendly place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice Y.

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

Cake by the Ocean

A great rental for our small family. Such a walkable neighborhood only blocks from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

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

Great stay at CakeByTheOcean!

This may have been the best VRBO stay we’ve had. The home was beautiful and very well supplied. It was very convenient to the beach and the host even provided beach chairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay and thanks for your kind words. Come back to see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah G.

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

Great beach vacation!

Wonderful time at oak island! Property was clean and owners were easy to communicate with if needed. Hope to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2023
Thank you for staying with us, please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J Duane D.

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

Great stay despite the weather.

Clean and comfortable. Great hosts. Another fun trip to Oak Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2021
We really enjoyed hosting you and your family, please come back anytime and we'll see if we can arrange for better weather :>)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie D.

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

Excellent stay

Had a great time. Always gracious hosts. Well furnished, and everything clean. Responds quickly to questions and requests.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2022
You are now a three-time guest! :>) Thanks so much for coming back to stay with us. We love it when you do and look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We loved the location! Very close to the beach and everything else too. Chris and Marcia were so welcoming with little details that went above and beyond. There are beach chairs and cart available so you don’t have to bring your own. 10/10. Will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Great experience!

Our stay at Cake by the Ocean was just wonderful! Marcia and Chris were great hosts, and we especially enjoyed the personal touches like the fresh flowers and yummy cupcakes waiting for us upon our arrival. We would definitely visit again and highly recommended these accommodations just a short walk from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BETH B.

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

Definitely recommend

Wonderful location with wonderful “extras”!! Fresh flowers, cupcakes, sweet note!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us. Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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

Feels like home

Place was so comfortable and clean! Felt like being at home. Had all the amenities you need. Easy walk to beach! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2023
We loved having you, please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Great Stay

I recommend the half marathon, location of this house and the owners. The beds were comfy and the whole house was cozy. It was a great weekend on the island. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Long Weekend

The place was very clean! The hosts were very nice and accommodating. The only thing that I would suggest is better lighting in the common area. Loved the visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis F.

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

Perfect spot

Great place to stay. Hosts were very easy to communicate with and very friendly. The house had everything you might need and then some! We were able to walk to restaurants that were close by and we used to bikes to explore the island. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for choosing Cake By The Ocean and for taking such great care of the apartment. We loved hosting you, please come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha c.

Liked: Cleanliness

First trip to Oak island !

From the start, you can tell that this home is loved & guest appreciated. It was clean & well stocked - providing all the comforts of home ! The location was perfect for our family as we love to ride our bikes & explore in the evenings. The beach & pier were easy to get to as well. The pier has a fantastic restaurant, small store drinks/snacks & a bathroom for long beach days thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frannie C.

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

Lovely!

The property is adorable! And the kids especially loved tye little extras Chris amd Marcia do for their guests(toys on the beds and cupcakes). The fresh flowers were such a nice touch! The house was a perfect little walk to the beach. And just as close to the strip for foods and shops! We look forward to coming back to Oak Island soon and hope to stay at Cake by the Ocean again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren M.

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

Perfect place for a short family trip

We had a great time staying at Cake by the Ocean. The small conveniences that were there for us to use, made a big impact on our trip. Our girls were thrilled to have small little gifts waiting for them on their beds, and the cupcakes and flowers awaiting us, really made us feel special. The location was perfect. Just a short walk to the beach and several restaurants as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2022
Thank you so much for staying with us. Your girls were adorable and we can't wait to meet Leo next year! Please come back anytime. Stay safe!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Oak island

Everything went great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2023
Perfect, that's what we want to hear. Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Fabulous place and host!

Perfect gals beach weekend. We were welcomed by some beautiful flowers and great cupcakes. The apartment is very nice, has all amenities needed and more. Host provided great instructions and very helpful with recommendations for places to go. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

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

Feels like home but at the Beach

Cake by the Ocean lives up to the name! Unit was spotless at check in. Our hosts had seemingly thought of everything. Location is perfect - a very short walk to the dunes. A quiet, cozy place to relax after a day of fun at a the beach. Whole family had an excellent experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris and Marcia Kelly

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I've lived in North Carolina for the last 40 years and my wife is a native. We moved to Oak Island in 2018 after vacationing primarily at Pawley's Island over the years. BUT, once we found Oak Island we knew we had to move here. We love this 1973 brick home. We even moved from our big, piling house near the intercostal to move to Yaupon Beach because of the vibe.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, etc. :>) This cozy lower floor unit is conveniently located close to everything in Yaupon Beach. Koko Cabana and the the pier and The Lazy Turtle are right down the road to the left - no major roads to cross. Walking in the other direction there's Thomas’ Drug Store, Island Jo's and Shagger Jacks.

We love the area so much we live in the unit upstairs - but each unit is separate with no connection between them.

What makes this property unique

We’ve been told over and over again that it’s the cleanest rental. We take great pride in offering a clean and comfortable space to our guests and are happy to have many repeat guests each year.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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