See The Sea: Oceanview beach cottage in East Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1360 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Twin-over-double Bunk Bed

See the Sea from the comfort of your porch during a stay at this classic beach bungalow just across the street from the Atlantic and loaded with family-friendly amenities! Greet the day as the sun warms your skin from the constructed-in bench seating on the ocean-facing front deck, or relax in the shade of the screened porch as you watch the waves instead.

Recently refreshed for the start of the 2025 season, gather in the living room and settle on the new couch, loveseat or armchair as you watch the game on the 70” Intelligent TV mounted over the electric fireplace. In addition to Roku-equipped TVs in each bedroom, there’s even one in the completely equipped kitchen, so the family chef can keep up with the score as they prepare the catch of the day. Dine together at the sturdy square table set for six, with three additional seats available at the adjacent breakfast bar. Or getaway to the rear screened porch instead, where an outdoor dining table for six accepts you to eat dinner while appreciating the island air.

The master bedroom is furnished with a king bed and features an en-suite bathroom. The roomy step-in shower with elegant teal and grey tile offers a spa-like feel and invites you to relax after a long day of adventure. A second full bathroom with a standard tub/shower combo is located between the remaining two bedrooms. The secondary bedroom is outfitted with a queen bed. The final bedroom, which features a twin-over-double bunk bed, also has plenty of entertainment for the kiddos thanks to a TV/VCR combo and PlayStation 2 and 3 gaming consoles! Kids of all ages are welcome here, with this home providing cabinet locks, outlet covers, toys, Port-a-Crib and two highchairs to make your stay (and the packing process!) anxiety-complimentary.

Additional 2025 updates include new rugs throughout the home, expanded closest doors, new bunkroom furnishings and bladeless ceiling fans with remotes in the master bedroom and bunkroom. Parking is at the rear of the home off of Dolphin Drive and is not allowed at the front of the home, but you’ll find plenty of space for your cars, with covered parking available as well. An enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water as well as an open showerhead under the home make rinsing sand off your little ones after a day on the beach a breeze. And when it is time to hit the beach, a walk of roughly 600 feet takes you from your doorstep to the spot where you’ll lay your towel via the public access point just a few homes down.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Summer months are high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the best value, change your family's Wilmington, NC vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warmer weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines have coupons for local accommodations and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking the best Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Select a designated group leader, choose your dates, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. See The Sea: Oceanview beach cottage in East Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. If not, email the property owner before you reserve the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the owner about your furry family members before booking.
• Visiting for a specific attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Advice for your stay:

• Add the host's information to your phone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent lots of problems.
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• Record any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are beneficial if a dispute arises.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Double-check the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic vacation? Many rental management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property manager was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.