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Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC

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Exterior
Property grounds
Pool
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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1 Queen Bed

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2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

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Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.

Vacation starts now: Step into your completely refreshed, third-floor, waterfront condo and feel stress start to melt away. Watch the waves lap the shore from your private balcony, the perfect place for morning coffee and evening cocktails. When you get hungry, the fully updated, modern kitchen offers a full suite of stainless steel appliances and plenty of counter space to prep everything from quiche to Cap'n Crunch. Dine together at the table for six before heading downstairs to that gorgeous sand. Other onside amenities include a shared pool, tennis and basketball courts, and a shared charcoal grill if you want to keep dinner prep simple.

At the end of the day, take advantage of the complex's outdoor shower and rinse off the sand. Grab a spot on the sectional and stream your favorite shows before bed, but not before you step back out to that balcony and toast your good luck at booking such a gorgeous oceanfront retreat.

RESORT AMENITIES
Outdoor pool
Tennis court
Basketball court
Shared charcoal grill

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming services are available using your own account.
This condo is on the third floor with no elevator.
A double sofa bed provides extra sleeping space.

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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

Children allowed

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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

All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4910407vb
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
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 on the beach, this condo is in Caswell 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kure Beach and Caswell Beach. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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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Caswell Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 36 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 56 min drive - 83.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jumpin' Java - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated third-floor condo with WiFi, shared pool, balcony, W/D, & central AC located?

Nestled on the beach, this Caswell Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Oak Island Golf Club and Caswell Beach. Oak Island Lighthouse is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

7/5-12/2025

I loved the location, decor, comfortable beds and a bathroom with every bedroom. Perfect arrangement for our family of 10.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rodney M.

Holden Beach

Location on beach and pool adjacent to house.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim I.

Thomas Cottage

Thomas Cottage What is a perfect little house right on the water would stay again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Thomas Cottage

The Thomas Cottage was amazing! Great location, very clean and easy access to food and recreation.The gas grill did need a good cleaning, which we did. Others this was very noice place to stay. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Girls Trip

This is second year at Thomas Cottage for girls trip. Home is exactly as described and will return again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle h.

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

Thomas Cottage

Very nice house, well stocked kitchen. Beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Thomas cottage

Yard and lawn could use some attention. Was a nice stay once again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

KARYN F.

Thomas Cottage Rocks

We’ve been renting beach homes for 30 years and this home was the absolute best! Really loved the neutral colors inside which accentuated God’s beauty outside. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Camarra K.

Diamond in the rough

Conveniently located with very easy private beach access. This older home has lots of space and charm without the pressure of being so particular about everything. This was our third year staying here and we LOVE it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna J.

Week away

House us very pretty. Would like more chairs with backs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joni B.

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

Nice place

I had reservations about working with a company rather than individual owners for our rental but everything about vacasa worked really well. There were a few items that needed attended to regarding the house, and Vacasa was prompt in reply and maintenance. The house is beautiful and the beach was great! Having a pool was awesome too. We recommend this house for a big family. The floor plan is a bit weird but very beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2023
Joni, We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We will be sure to pass your suggestions along to our local manager, who will work with our homeowner to make the necessary upgrades. We look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann B.

House Full of Joy

What a beautiful home! So grateful for the opportunity to stay here with our family over Christmas. No better way to celebrate the joy of the season than gathering in the light-filled living room and kitchen overlooking the sand and ocean, sunrises and sunsets. Appointed with all we needed and sleeping on comfy beds make Thomas Cottage a place for meal gathering, talks and laughter and rest. We were also so close to the intercoastal and took walks to see the boats and water there. Vacasa is always so attentive! We love renting with Vacasa! See you again very soon Thomas Cottage and Holden Beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Absolutely Awesome

This house has a bathroom for each of the five bedrooms plus a half bath. Well appointed furnishings including televisions and well stocked kitchen appliances. Exterior porches can be readily accessed on both street and beachfront. Gorgeous ocean view especially sunset. Spacious area around the pool that can be heated with advance request and additional fee. Elevator was a welcomed amenity. Beach access is easy. Good location. Wildlife included several deer observed on Ocean Blvd East in side yard and on the dunes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Great home and location.

Stayed for 5 nights at the end of March 2023. Home looked to be renovated recently and was very well maintained. The cleanliness was outstanding when we checked in and was well stocked with plates, glasses, cookware, soaps, detergent, etc. The heated pool (separate charge) was well worth it given the timing of our visit. Would absolutely book Thomas Cottage again. One point of constructive criticism, the textured concrete pool surround seemed to be chipping slightly and was full of loose stones that needed sandals to walk on at all times. Suggest a thorough sweeping (we didn’t see a push broom at the house) and checking to ensure the chipping won’t get worse.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Justin J.

A little high on price.

Needs lots of updates and cleaning. Not worth what we paid for it. Very disappointed
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Hello Justin,We apologize if you felt the home was not on par with our cleanliness standards. We would have been happy to address any areas in need of additional attention during your stay had we been notified. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

sets a high bar

Beautiful new construction with thoughtful, quality features throughout. Light and bright decor, and even more spacious than the pictures suggest. Wonderfully comfortable beds and linens. Oh -- and the elevator -- I can imagine how helpful it would be for my elderly parents or those with mobility issues... not to mention that it was great for unloading and loading our stuff! The beach and the view speak for themselves, and we appreciated being on the comparatively quiet east side of the island with a 3/4 mile walk to the point and inlet by Oak Island (though really Holden Beach is so low-key in general). Suggestions: extend the pool heating season to end of May (pool was a little too cool), and consider proving basic beach equipment (we rented beach chairs and beach towels locally). Overall a fantastic stay at the house and seamless customer experience with the property management company (Vacasa).
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Thomas Cottage

Our major issue with this property was it was advertised under the Amenities as having 1) Private Pool 2) Heated Pool. We stayed over Memorial Day Week and the pool was far from Heated. The adults could not swim and the 2 children swam a little but froze to death. I had contacted the Relators 2 weeks prior to confirm the pool would be heated and to find out if we had to pay an extra fee to have it heated and were told that NO we couldn't pay the 85.00/ DAY EXTRA fee for heat as the owner would ONLY allow heating from November - April. My point is that it was falsely advertised as having a heated pool and it is EXTRA to rent a house with a private pool (compared to houses without) so we paid for a pool but were not able to enjoy it. They said they would change the amenity description however that did nothing for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your review, Jill and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience that you have experienced during your stay. Our local operations manager strives to provide every one of our guests with the best vacation possible. We are so sorry if our standards were not met during your time with us. We do hope we will have another chance to better serve you in the future.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

James T.

Housekeeping Overhaul

Hi there, We loved the pool and general layout/ somewhat modern feel of the home. The elevator is such a plus! The kitchen is fairly well stocked and we spent a great amount of time around the enormous island area. The beds are comfortable. However, we’ve stayed at Thomas Cottage for the past two years and unfortunately, for the price increase and mediocre quality of our stay, we will not be returning next year. The coffee table was broken and pushed against the wall when we got there (a leg was dangling), posing a hazard to our kids. Some of the walls are filthy, as are ALL of the baseboards. I am not just talking about the normal wear and tear scuff marks, but literal dirt/stains on the walls that I wiped off myself. The vent at the top of the steps in front of the elevator had a thick layer of dust all over it; how a cleaning person doesn’t see that is beyond me! I had to wipe down the baseboards in my kids’ bunk bed room, as well as clear as day boogers off the walls next to their beds. Half of our sheets were put on inside out. If you opened any of the closet doors, dust balls flew out at you. I tried to sweep around as some rugs were still covered in sand, but the sweeper is so jammed/brush roll indicator light is on, it was impossible to even use (no wonder there was still sand on the rugs). In terms of outdoors, the weeds by the pool are out of control. This is basic landscaping/upkeep. Almost every door was so rusted you couldn’t open them. We had to have maintenance come to replace knobs on two doors in particular that we used most often. To pay this amount of money and not have a 5 star stay, is simply ludicrous. Please do better housekeeping. You, alone, will put these homeowners out of business. This is not my intention with this review, but I do want to make renters aware of the kinds of issues they are facing for the price they pay, as well as to gain Vacasa’s attention on the housekeeping situation. I realize the cleaning companies only have so much time before the new renters come through, each week, but even so, the condition of the home was unacceptable. Yes, I cleaned what I could and just rolled with it, as I am on vacation, but I will not be accepting this moving forward. We are hoping our stay next year, elsewhere, is better. We’ve been coming to Holden for 20 years and this year, we truly felt taken advantage of (again, the cleanliness of the home nearly ruined our stay). Thanks.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your stay, James. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the pool, the layout and modern feel of the home, the elevator, and the well-stocked kitchen with the spacious island. It’s great to know the beds were comfortable and that you were able to spend quality time together in the space. At the same time, we sincerely apologize for the cleanliness and maintenance issues you encountered. We completely understand how frustrating it must have been to arrive to a broken coffee table, dirty walls and baseboards, dusty vents, and other housekeeping concerns, especially when you expect a higher standard for the price paid. We also regret the outdoor landscaping and door maintenance problems you experienced. Please know that your concerns have been taken very seriously. We want to assure you that the coffee table has since been replaced by the homeowner, and the damaged one was properly disposed of. All cleaning issues have been relayed via email to our housekeeping team and directly to the cleaner(s) responsible to ensure these problems are addressed thoroughly. Additionally, work orders have been submitted for lawn care and all maintenance issues, and these have been rectified. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve, and we truly appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention. We hope you’ll consider staying with us again in the future so we can provide you with the exceptional experience you deserve.

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