The Tranquil Harbor house was perfect! It is extremely clean and well-appointed with all that you could need for a beach trip. The owners have thought of everything! From beach chairs and umbrellas, to sand toys and beach towels, it has it all! We traveled with our three children (ages 5, 8, and 12), my mother, and our dog, and everyone had a wonderful time. The kids now have many fond memories that will last a lifetime.
The kids all enjoyed taking turns sleeping on the top bunk. The extra bedroom was perfect for my mom as it was her own space yet close to the kids’ room as well. The master bedroom was beautiful with a large walk-in closet to store all the luggage. The back porch was a great place for a cup of coffee, and our boys enjoyed using it to practice their guitars. The fenced back yard was ideal for our dog to wander around and stretch her legs a bit without having to be on a leash. She also really appreciated and claimed the dog bed provided for her as her own during our stay as well as the jar of dog treats left by the owners. The kitchen was well-stocked with all the pantry basics and all the cookware and utensils necessary for dining at home. It was a great place to make a family meal for the one night we chose not to eat out.
The house was very conveniently located as easy beach access is available on many parts of Oak Island. We chose to drive and parked across the street from the beach within walking distance of a splash park and playground. So, after many hours in the ocean and sand, we walked to the splash park to wash off before heading home, which proved to be a much-welcomed amenity by kids and adults alike.
The hospitality and communication with the owner, Kit, was exemplary. Responses to all questions were quick and helpful. As a perfect example, the coffee pot stopped working during our first day there. I let Kit know mainly so that the pot could be replaced before the next guest arrived. However, Kit arranged for a new coffee pot to be delivered that very evening, a kind gesture that was unexpected but very much appreciated!
Overall, the house was perfect for us, clean, and very well maintained. We couldn’t ask for a nicer beach house for our first beach trip in many years. Perhaps the best review was left by our five year old when she asked when we could come back and stay in this house again! We would certainly be happy to stay at the Tranquil Harbor again on our next trip to Oak Island!
