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Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a blue exterior.
An outdoor covered area with a picnic table and string lights.
A living room with a television on a stand, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Caswell Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Blue Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Owners BR

1 Queen Bed

Yellow Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Owners Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!

Relax with the whole family at this vintage 3rd row beach cottage with views of the Atlantic. The beach sand is steps away! Enjoy everything Oak Island has to offer from dining, to beach activities and more!Enjoy this piece of North Carolina heaven!

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
$150-1st pet.$50-2nd pet.$50-3rd pet.Max of 3 pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please follow the checkout instructions that are located on the house. Thank you for staying with us!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2532958vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

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.
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Map
Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 34 min drive - 47.3 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 51 min drive - 70.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thai And Vine - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views! located?

Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 66 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

perkcg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family had a blast!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2026
We are so glad y'all had a blast! OKI is so much fun:) Come back again soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Matt, was a great communicator and very helpful! We were also impressed by how close the house is to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2026
Thank you Kelly for staying with us! Come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family enjoyed a fantastic weekend at the beach!! We made it even more enjoyable was the short walk to the beach!! We would stay again!! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2026
Thank you Donna, for staying with us! Come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was a close walk to the beach. Everything we needed was provided. Matt was very communicative. No problems at all during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2026
Thank you for staying with us Lisa! Come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karoline A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matt was super responsive the times I had to reach out with any questions. We had a last minute issue arise with car problems & he was super understanding with our situation & even attempted to help us find a local mechanic. We enjoyed our stay & the short walk to the beach, the home was cozy & clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose not to bring our pet this vacation. There was a house between us and the ocean, but you could see the ocean from this vacation home. It was peaceful to sit out on the balcony and enjoy our brunch. We really enjoyed our time here and found the vacation home clean and cozy for our family. We would be happy to stay here again sometime and plan on telling our friends about this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2026
Thank you for staying with us! Those ocean views are peaceful. Come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place at a good price for our short notice trip to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2025
Thank you Douglas for staying with us! Come back again soon! Matt
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and the home was great. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
Thank you Brandon! Come back again soon! Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarabelle W.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Very comfortable and close to the beach area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at the Deacon! Very clean, well stocked, and a perfect location between the beach and intercoastal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and price. Oak Island always has a good vibe, even in off season. Property owner was very responsive on two issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Great place to stay!

Close walk to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great place!

Great place to stay! Quick walk to the beach and other attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2022
Thank you for staying with us and taking care of our home Jennifer! Come back again!:)
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is well located within 2 1/2 blocks from the beach and is very close to the peer as well as the ‘commercial district’ on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Perfect little vacation house

Well maintained and fully equipped property that is walking distance from the beach and pier! It was perfect and we enjoyed our stay! I can’t forget to mention the awesome balcony that was perfect for star gazing and relaxing while listening to the waves crash!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2025
Thank you Amanda! Come back again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good

Overall good place to stay. Close to beach and pier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a nice property in a great location. Priced very well. Needs a few updates but very comfortable. Be sure to walk down to the 19th Street boardwalk over Davis Canal... stunning, especially at sunset. Easy walk to the beach access and pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VW 1.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house. Very well stocked. The new stove will be a wecome adition.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda T.

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

Great location.

Easy process, nice location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2022
Thank you for staying with us Belinda! You are welcomed back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Great location

The location is perfect, it’s quiet and beautiful area! The house was a good size for our small family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alysia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to pier/beach access. Matt quick to respond. The oven has been updated! The home is older which gives it some quirks, overall would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul and Kim C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was fine for our purpose. Even though the property is dated and basic, it was not too far from the beach access and fairly close to local establishments (grocery stores and restaurants).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very relaxing atmosphere and sticked with essentials (such as coffee)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

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

Great location on OKI and Dog-friendly

This three bedroom was perfect for our family. We choose it based on location and being dog-friendly. The property was clean and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2024
Thanks for staying with us Kenneth, and being very respectful of our home! Come back again soon! Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Great Place to Stay!

Perfect place for me and my family. Easy access to the beach, conveniently located to many restaurants. Cozy, clean, and comfortable. Would definitely recommend! I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan, 2022
Thank you staying! You were great guests, and we appreciate you leaving the place so clean when you left!

About the host

Hosted by Matt Briggs

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I am real estate broker licensed in NC and SC. Based in Charlotte, NC.

Why they chose this property

Perfect location, located two blocks from the Ocean Crest Pier. And the Island Way Restaurant, 5 star restaurant, and only restaurant in OKI located on the ocean!!

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