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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
On the beach, sun loungers
Smart TV, Netflix, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants

Welcome to “The Boys of Summer Rental”! We’ve recently given this classic Oceanfront Cottage a fresh new look. You’ll love the new decking board on the porch and sun deck, all-new furniture and mattresses, appliances, windows, and doors. We’ve even repainted the whole place to make it feel brand new.

You’ll be right on the beach! The fenced-in yard gives you direct access to the ocean. Enjoy stunning sunset views from the sun deck or the covered large porch. Take a relaxing walk on the four rocking chairs, lounge on your private deck, or enjoy an outdoor dinner on the picnic table. And if you need to run errands, there’s a 5-minute walk to the restaurants, shops, and grocery store.

The yard is fully fenced in, making it a great place for kids and pets. Just a heads up, there’s a 1-pet limit of up to 100 lbs.

Inside, the cottage is fresh and airy with beautiful ocean views from the kitchen, dining, and family room. The family room has an HDTV, Netflix, and fast Wi-Fi for everyone. The dining room seats 6 or you can use the bar stools around the fully equipped kitchen. We’ve got a new refrigerator with a dual ice maker and plenty of cabinets and utilities. The front two bedrooms have sliding glass doors that open to oceanfront views. All three bedrooms have HDTVs. The kids’ room has twin beds with a full-size washer and dryer.

If the dates you’re looking for are already booked, check out our other pet-friendly oceanfront property on 5507 E Beach Drive. It’s just a few doors down.

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7716346

Property manager

Mike and Chris

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1157 sq ft (107 sq m)

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OCEAN FRONT, 4BD 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, DIRECT BEACH ACCESS

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: 1 pet up to 100 lbs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Southport Marina - 16 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Salt 64 - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Caswell Beach, Oak Island Golf Club, and Ocean Crest Pier. Bay Beach and 57th Place West Access Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the beach
Great space, great area lots to see. Wonderful view spent lots of time on the deck.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elysa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Peaceful Place.
Great experience- house was even better than I hoped with the most incredible views. Host were quick to reply. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Run Oak Island
Came down with friends for the race and this place was perfect for us. Close to the starting line and had all the amenities we needed. The porch with the rockers over looking the ocean was the highlight!! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at the beach
Simple house on the beach. Just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we wanted!
Can't beat the location! Great beach house with lots of character - highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation beach house
Our vacation included daughter, grandsons and their wife, fiancée and a friend. The beach house was perfect for our stay. Just steps from the beach and close to grocery store and restaurants. Loved it and will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., Fayetteville, Nc

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach at oak island
Great eclectic beach house very close to the beach with lots to do! One of our favorites!!,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach Stay
We have stayed in Edisto, Ocean Isle, and once before in Oak Island. This stay was the best of all of them! The house was well-equipped and clean. It had a fenced yard and was close to everything that we needed including a large dog park. The owners were very responsive to our questions during the inquiry process, and the check-in process, and answered questions once we arrived at their home. We would highly recommend this property for a wonderful beachfront vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H., Pfafftown, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We had a great time staying at this rental. The views and proximity to the beach can’t be beat! The decks were perfect for lounging/playing/eating meals. Fenced in portion was great for small dog and kids! Everything was completely as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect view and very cozy!
House was perfect for our family of six and one dog. The view of the ocean was awesome from the porch and just steps to beach. Could not have picked a better location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house
Excellent place to stay, especially with a dog. Yard is fenced and back porch also has a gate. Very easy beach access from back yard of house. Able to easily transport supplies and dog back and forth. Great ocean view from porch. Walkable to great restaurants, 2 grocery stores, beach shop, and mini-golf. Town Park and Rec loaned us a beach wheelchair, which was also very helpful. You can also drive dog to nearby Caswell beach for off-leash time before 9 am.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steps to beach
Great, relaxed space to hang out right on the beach! You could hear the waves at night from two of the bedrooms. Our pup loved the fenced-in yard and pet-friendly stretch of beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great trip
We very much enjoyed this cozy beach house! We are two couples, so it was wonderful to give each couple their own bed/bath area. The location is perfect! We found plenty of restaurants, beaches, and fun at this house. We also spent many hours just sitting on the porch watching the waves. Thank you for the full-size w/d! That’s a huge bonus!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View!!
This stay was everything we wanted and more! Right on the ocean, the view was fantastic! Walking on the beach everyday was just what we wanted to do, very calming. The Boy of Summer house was exactly as described and pictured, you will not be disappointed. The town was beautiful to drive around and while (in January) a lot of restaurants were closed for off season, the places we went to were great. You can be confident of getting exactly what you want booking this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
We loved every minute. The house was beautiful! We enjoyed the proximity of the shops and places to eat. The views from the bedrooms and living room were amazing. Luckily, the weather was nice, so we enjoyed eating at the picnic table, rocking on the porch, walking the beach, and relaxing in the hammocks. Our hosts were quick to respond & always very friendly. It was our first visit to Oak Island, and we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House for Our Family Vacation!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Boys of Summer rental! Our family gathered together and enjoyed a fantastic vacation. The house, amenities and location were just what we needed for our week-long vacation. Four generations were able to enjoy time together and our Gram says the location was "glorious"! We can't wait for our next visit! Thanks Mike and Chris!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a family beach vacation
The *boys of summer* was an ideal spot for our family beach time at the gorgeous oak island — we came with our 9&11 year old kiddos plus an uncle and a set of grandparents. We loved cooking in the kitchen, eating out on the deck, taking afternoon snoozes on the hammock. Being right on the beach with an easy access was ideal - while also being in walking distance to the grocery store, beach store and of course the donut & ice cream shops. Comfortable beds & linens, shower towels, and a great living room meant we were more than comfortable throughout our stay. Hope to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful week at the beach
This beach house gave us everything we were hoping for from our vacation. It was comfortable, cozy, and airy, with a layout that offered some alone time when we needed it. Best of all was its spot on the beach. Swimming often was effortless, and we got to experience lovely sunrises and sunsets every day. Just sitting on the porch watching a storm blow in felt special. We had one small need during our stay, and the hosts couldn't have been more responsive. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good for the price
Location was great and the owner was responsive. Listing was accurate. The inside was a little tired and could use some updating. The door to the unit needs to be replaced so that it stays shut.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T., Elizabethton, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the water!
We spent New Years 2021 at The Boys of Summer and really enjoyed our stay. You can't get closer to the water than this, it feels like it's right outside your door! The home is comfortable and the decor has a great beachy feel to it, and it's a nice layout for a family. We've stayed in both this rental and The Girls of Summer next store and would recommend either one. They're both in a great location near the shops and on a less crowded part of the beach. Best of all, you can sit on the porch and enjoy gorgeous sunrises and sunsets!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True Beach Cottage
This was our first time at Oak Island & we will definitely be back! Boys of Summer is really a true beach cottage with a comfortable shabby chic feel sitting right on the beach with only the dunes separating you from the waves. The cottage was well appointed, fully stocked with everything you would need for family dinners inside or out. Beds were very comfortable & cozy & bathrooms were clean. We traveled with our extended family including our 3 month old grandson & what a pleasure it was to rock him in those amazing rocking chairs on the covered porch while seeing & hearing the waves as well as feeling the cool breeze. It was a perfect MEMORY FILLED family vacation & picture perfect! We will definitely be back & highly recommend Boys of Summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic beach house
We showed up to check in and the cleaner told us the A/C was broken. The property owner already knew since the cleaner had called and there was someone out to fix it within an hour. After that was fixed the place was great. There is a significant slope, but that is probably just part of building a house on sand. The beach access is easy and having a fenced in yard made letting the dog out a breeze. Also, being able to walk to get ice cream or a Publix sub makes this a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy F., Conover, North Carolina

Perfected suited for families!
My husband and I had a great time with a couple preschool-aged boys and a dog. This house had everything we needed and they seemed to think of everything! The outside shower being programmed for hot water made our intermittent trips to and from the beach each day so easy with two boys and a dog. The fenced in yard offered some great sand play area for the dog and the boys while my husband and I watched from the hammocks. We only ate out twice because the kitchen was so well equipped we had steak night, Taco Tuesday, chicken, and hot dogs which made this a very budget-friendly trip! The weather was perfect despite a few storms because we were right on the beach we went in the hour or two it was clear each day and it was plenty and when the weather was stormy we enjoyed coloring inside, a bubble machine they had in the house, and a movie on the huge screen TV in the living room. It really was great and we plan to come back next year! Thanks Mike and Chris for a great home to enjoy time and make memories with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Sonya S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not as described
First let me say the location was absolutely beautiful. Besides that, there’s nothing I liked about the house. If you have cleaning standards, it’s not for you. It was only a quick cleaning that had been done! The shower door still had soap all over it and the refrigerator still had leftover food in it. We quickly got to work on our own cleaning. I have a small grandson and so we always check around just to make sure nothing is in the floor that he could put in his mouth before we let him play. It really needed a cleaning! Luckily I had brought sheets and towels because there was only eight towels there and the house slept ten. The A/C never would cool below 78 during the day. I asked about this and was told to keep the blinds closed to keep cool, (so why be ocean front if you can’t see it)? The worst part was ants and gnats were all over the sink and bar. I figured out it was the sink disposal drawing them in so we had to keep the sink seals in the drains, that helped. The house pictures are very deceiving
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephanie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Our family enjoyed our week! Beautiful views and an awesome location… We will definitely stay again. Stephanie G. Shelby , NC
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024