Crabby Cat's: OKI Canal Front, Near Beach, Marsh View Retreat, 3BR/3.5BA, 2 Dogs, Sleeps 13! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

Welcome to Crabby Cat's. This enchanting beach home invites you to experience the best of Oak Island in the peaceful West Beach area, not too far from the Point. Crabby Cat's offers the best of both worlds. Just two blocks from the beach with beach access only a two-min. walk away, plus a private floating boat dock on spectacular Davis Canal. Surrounded by charming marsh and canal vistas with a partial Atlantic Ocean view, this cavernous 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom canal-front vacation rental provides the ideal setting for family vacations, beach getaways, fishing trips, boating adventures, and memorable coastal escapes. Sleeping up to 13 guests, Crabby Cat's offers plenty of space for multiple families, friends, and extended family gatherings, along with your family pets.

Designed for comfort and painless coastal living, the home features inviting living spaces where everybody can gather after a day on the beach or exploring the water. The open floor plan includes comfortable seating, Intelligent TVs, books, games, DVDs, a cozy fireplace (available during the winter months), high-speed WiFi, and a dedicated hallway workspace for guests who need to stay connected. Start each morning with coffee overlooking Davis Canal or the surrounding marsh. End the day with relaxing waterfront vistas and spectacular Oak Island sunsets.

The completely equipped kitchen has everything needed for fast breakfasts, family dinners, or holiday meals, including a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, blender, ice maker, drip coffee maker, and Keurig. The roomy dining area makes gathering for meals simple while planning another day of beach fun, boating, or exploring Oak Island. A second full-size refrigerator is located in the ground-level storage room, which is outfitted with beach gear for guests to appreciate throughout their stay.

Outdoor living is one of Crabby Cat's greatest highlights. Unwind on the covered porch, deck, balcony, or patio while appreciating expansive canal vistas, marsh vistas, and exhilarating coastal breezes. The fenced backyard offers plenty of room for kids and four-legged family members to play. A hammock, fire pit, charcoal grille, outdoor seating, outdoor half-bathroom, and outdoor shower create the ideal gathering space after a day in the sun. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the private floating boat dock with direct access to Davis Canal for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, crabbing, birdwatching, or simply exploring Oak Island's breathtaking waterways. Bring your own boat or rent one locally, then dock it right at the home throughout your stay.

After a day on the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower before firing up the grille for dinner or calming around the wood burning fire pit beneath the stars. Crabby Cat's welcomes up to two dogs. All pet-friendly homes include a $175 fee covering one dog. An additional $50 fee applies for a second dog. Dogs are the only pets allowed.

Additional amenities include central heating and air conditioning, ceiling fans, a full-size washer and dryer, linens, towels, beach essentials, clothing storage, an iron, a hair dryer, TVs in every bedroom, plus thoughtful family-friendly features including a crib in the primary bedroom closet and bathtub. Safety features include smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, a keyless deadbolt lock, and outdoor lighting for added tranquility of mind.

Conveniently located near Oak Island's beaches, fishing piers, public boat launches, local eateries, seafood markets, golf courses, shopping, parks, and water sports, Crabby Cat's delivers the ideal combination of easy beach access, waterfront recreation, and casual island living. Whether you're planning a summer beach vacation, a fishing hideaway, a boating adventure, or a peaceful coastal getaway, Crabby Cat's is ready to become your favorite Oak Island vacation destination.

No smoking allowed.

BEACH CREDIT
Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights, April through October, come with a valuable credit to use toward beach gear units during your stay. Use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs, umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more. The choice is yours.

WHAT IS PROVIDED?
Linens are included with your reservation and include flat sheets, fitted sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, bath mats, hand towels, and wash cloths.

MINIMUM STAY REQUIREMENTS
Minimum stay requirements vary by season, as shown on the booking calendar. Peak summer months require a 7-nighttime minimum stay with a mandatory Saturday-to-Saturday rental pattern. Greater flexibility is available during the slower seasons. A complete season and minimum stay chart is available on our FAQs page. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.