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Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
On the beach
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 448 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4

"Small Pleasures" on Oak Island, NC

As you approach “Small Pleasures”, the first thing that will excite you is the full wraparound porch. Enter from the ocean side and imagine yourself sitting at the kitchen table for breakfast, gazing out at the vast Atlantic. This quaint cottage has an amply stocked kitchen to prepare meals from breakfast to dinner. On the deck, you can enjoy dinner while feeling the ocean breeze. Two comfortable chairs and a side table are perfect for discussing the day's finds & planning out the next day.

If you’re a fisherman (or visited one of several local fresh seafood markets), you will love to cook your meal on the charcoal grill downstairs. While you’re waiting for your dinner to finish, hang out on the retro swings, and peek over the dunes at the pelicans as they fly over the ocean searching for their dinner.

Head inside on cooler evenings to work a puzzle, play a board game or a round of poker, watch one of several movies provided in the drawer or stream your favorite show on the smart tv. With a simple flick of the switch, cozy up with one of the various books or magazines in the warmth of an instant fireplace.

Both bedrooms have full-size beds and provide the added privacy and convenience of exiting through sliding glass doors onto the wraparound porch. One bedroom has a full view of the ocean and the other features an illuminating blue neon wave that is as alluring as looking at the crashing waves on the other side. Open the doors and breathe in the salt air. Nap listening to the seagulls, waves and the distant gleeful delights of children building sandcastles. Dream about the day you spent with your toes in the sand sitting in one of the provided beach chairs. Did you play any of the yard games? Giant Jenga, corn hole and yard-sized Connect Four are located in the utility room downstairs. Wash off the sand & salt using the outdoor shower on the deck walkway before heading in for a snack. Full-sized washer & dryer will get your bathing suits & towels ready for fun the next day.

The beach awaits you at the end of the short walkway & one of the many “Small Pleasures“ that come with booking this beachfront cottage is that you don’t have to find parking at a beach access because you have your very own!

What are you waiting for?! Hurry and book your stay now! We are excited to host you and your family's next vacation! Just don't forget to bring your flip flops, and leave your worries behind while you soak in the salty air breeze and beautiful Oak Island sun! Get ready to unplug, unwind and enjoy the Small Pleasures in life!

Please read
The Oak Island Town Council voted to approve paid parking on the island. The paid parking will be in effect from April 1 through September 30th and the hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1 (ocean side): 1 Full bed
Bedroom 2 (street side): 1 Full bed
Linens & bath towels are included for free in the reservation

House Amenities:
-Bathroom: vanity, toilet, walk in shower, view of the ocean
-Bedroom & Laundry: washer, dryer, essentials (towels, soap, TP), dresser, linens, portable poker table is stored in the bedroom closet
-Living Room: SmartTV (BYOL), games, puzzles, books, DVD's, DVD player, electric fireplace
-HVAC: Central Air & Heating, ceiling fans (by remote control), pathogen reducing/ indoor air quality improving ionization system connected to central HVAC system
-Home Safety: smoke alarm, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide detector
-Internet: Private high-speed wireless internet access (WiFi)
-Kitchen & Dining: refrigerator/ freezer, microwave, dishes & silverware, dishwasher, stove, standard coffee maker & Keurig single cup, wine glasses & barware, toaster & toaster oven, crock pot, electric kettle, blender & cooking utensils
-Lower Auxiliary Room: beach games, beach chairs, charcoal grill, corn hole
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**Door lock & access: This home uses 2 lockboxes to house the keys, one next to the bottom auxiliary closet (laundry room) and one next to the primary entrance (home entrance). The 4 digit code to access the 2 lockboxes will be received when your check-in procedures are sent via email 2 days prior to check-in. Each key is secured to the lock box via retractable cable. This ensures the key will always be in the right spot for when you return home from the beach.**

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House Rules:
-Check-in: After 4pm, no earlier
-Checkout: at 10am, no later
-Keyless check-in
-NO SMOKING
-NO PETS
-NO PARTIES or EVENTS
-Must be 25 years or older to rent property, failure to follow this rule will end in tenant(s) removal from property and forfeiture of rent money
-Stay on designated walkways when crossing over dunes

Restaurants nearby:
-Shagger Jacks
-Swain's Seafood
-Nancy Jo's Homemade Bakery
-Bob's Hot Dogs
-Koko Cabana
-Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill
-BBQ House
-Jones Seafood House
-Oak Island Sandwich Shop

Stores nearby:
-Beach Pantry: on S. Middleton Ave
-Publix
-Food Lion
-ABC Liquor Store
-Haag & Sons Seafood Market


Local Activities:
-Sky Diving
-Helicopter Tours
-Single Prop Plane Tours
-Deep Sea Fishing
-Fishing Piers
-Boat Rentals
-Mini Golf
-Oak Island Golf Course (Public 18 Hole Course w/ Driving Range and Restaurant)
-Wild Life Observation Dock

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 520 sq ft (48 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

10144

About the neighborhood

Map
Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 19 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Holden Beach - 36 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mermaid's Island Grill - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Castaways Raw Bar & Grill - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Caswell Beach, 57th Place West Access Park, and Horse Island. Ocean Crest Pier is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Private Oceanfront Home! - Ocean View From Anywhere In The Home - Beach Gear - Sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small Pleasures
Great property-right on the water. Perfect size for two people. Lots of amenities included. Loved the outdoor deck
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house Oak Island
Great house in a great location. Quiet and relaxing property with beautiful ocean views. We enjoyed our stay. You may want to hire a new cleaning crew. Dust bunnies and cleaning needs to be done under beds and furniture.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
The house was clean and comfortable. Perfect location to relax with easy access to the beach. Also, plenty of things nearby if you want to go out and explore a little.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unplug
Incredibly restful place. Beautiful setting for being on the beach. Gorgeous sunrise and sunsets.A very comfortable house…beds are comfy and kitchen well stocked. Very clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
October tanning on oak island
Absolutely loved my stay. Already planning another get away, and I hopefully will end up at Small Pleasures.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cute little cottage. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing week
Good-sized cottage for a couple of people, would probably be crowded for more. The deck and proximity to the beach are wonderful. Planning to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wish it was better
I will start this review with something positive. We loved the location. It was right on the beach with its own beach access. That was perfect. Unfortunately, that is all the positive. The place was not clean at all. All the fans were covered in a thick layer of dust as well as the fridge. The bathroom had a heavy pee smell that drifted through the entire house. The shower head was also completely covered in thick green mold and the fixture was very ooze from the wall. The pictures of the patio in the listing are also deceiving. There are no added lights to the porch as listed. The table is also very small compared to the one in the picture. The patio issues were not a huge deal but added to everything else plus we had planned on spending a lot of our time on the patio since the house is very small and the view was nice. And the listing advertised the patio as being a great place to be. I also have pictures of all the issues but there is no way to add them to the review.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway!
Small Pleasures was just as described…clean, comfortable, and with beautiful views of the ocean. The house is small - perfect for 2 people and has that quaint beach cottage feel. Whether we were sitting on the deck watching the waves or taking a stroll on the beach we could not have asked for a more perfect and relaxing getaway….Small Pleasures most definitely fit the bill. 10 out of 10 we would stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Aurora P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute
Cute (small) property but prime location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Oasis
I can not recomment this place enough. It was the best vacation our family of 4 has ever taken. The pictures no not do justice to have spectacular the area is. The house was idea for everything we needed. The washer and drier even worked qinderfully. It had all the kitchen amenities that you couls need. I cant wait to go back!!! Loved every minute.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 3 Vacation
Our family stayed at this cute little house right on the beach and we couldn’t have been happier with our stay. Everything you could need for your vacation, this house has. Although, most of our time was spent outside on the deck or at the beach! I would definitely recommend staying here if you are looking for a cozy beach house for your vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Turfmaster L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small pleasures does not disappoint
Had a wonderful week here. My wife and two kids could not have asked for a better location. The house was perfect for what we needed and accommodated all our needs perfectly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week
Great property for a family of 3. We had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip.
The house was clean, everything worked as it should and we had a very enjoyable stay. I will say the house appears larger in pictures than it was in reality but we had a nice experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for a small family
The home, view, access to the beach was unbeatable. Great place for small family or couples vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara B., Colchester, VT

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Size
This was a 4-day vacation for myself and my Mom - just needing some relaxation and ocean breezes. This cottage delivered just that. Perfect size for the two of us and everything we needed for quick meals. Location was ideal being right on the beach and I loved the covered patio to stay out of the sun. Only suggestion is a decent umbrella to use on the beach with the chairs. The one in the storage space wasn't usable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a wonderful trip and hope to continue the tradition next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small pleasures get away
This place was super nice and cozy. My small children and mother enjoyed this so much. The kids quickly pulled the jaws puzzle down to start as soon as we arrived. The views are incredible and the best thing about the house is the deck. We enjoyed every meal and coffee here. The only thing i have to complain about is the shower head leaks (previous post from June states the same ), shower was pretty small but the pressure worked great. The door to get in was very frustrating as we had to work on it more than we should to get in a few times of course both after night walks on beach (that really could use to be fixed). Everything you need to cook and enjoy yourself is included in this rental so overall a nice stay but hopefully the door will get fixed 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Get- Away
We were looking for a peaceful, relaxing place to unplug from the daily hustle and bustle. My husband and I found exactly what we were looking for during our stay at Small Pleasures”. It was very enjoyable to wake up and fall asleep to the sound of the waves and to have a view of those waves from multiple places within the home. We spent a lot of our time on the large porch which has both covered and uncovered areas, and enjoyed breakfast several mornings out there. There was ample space for the 2 of us and for 2 other adult family members who joined us for part of the visit. The only complaint was about how tiny the shower was and that it leaked from the shower head fixture. I’m a petite person so it didn’t bother me but it was cramped for a normal sized adult to use. Even with that one negative, however, my husband said he wouldn’t hesitate to return. We both wished we had booked a few more days as we weren’t quite ready to end our wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of tax season vacation
The home was exceptional, with everything we needed for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, cozy beach cottage
We opened sliding doors from a bedroom and kitchen to see the sunrise and sunsets and hear the waves every day. You can walk the beach and it's only a couple miles into good restaurants. The host responded to our questions in a timely manner. There is construction on a new build next door that didn't show up in the pictures, but they didn't have early morning or late hours and were considerate.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent small cottage
Lovely stay for a couple or small family. Its hard to find an oceanfront 2BR, and this one is definitely one we will return to. Clean, beautifully decorated and really well appointed with easy access to the beach. Of course it's a small kitchen, but there were more cooking tools here than at some of the huge houses we've rented on the island. Beds are very comfortable and the deck is lovely. The only improvement would be an enclosed outdoor shower, as the indoor shower is about the size of a phone booth. Nevertheless, this space suited our needs perfectly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen E C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property 11/14-11/18
Would highly recommend Small Pleasures as the perfect beach retreat for 1-4 people.....Having said that though, for selfish reasons would prefer this very nice ocean front beach house be kept a secret! Very comfortable, clean house and large deck with part of the deck containing a covered area, so even with a day of rain not a problem.......sat underneath staying comfortable and dry. The kitchen is well equipped whether you want to stay in and cook, or bring food in from any number of restaurants, bakeries, cafes etc., on Oak Island. The inside of the house is nicely appointed with comfortable seating. One bedroom is off the front of the house, and the other is ocean front with the sliding door leading right out onto the covered portion of the deck. I slept in the street side bedroom and was very content......love the neon wave art up on the wall! Ample parking on the street side, could easily fit up to three vehicles with one vehicle parked on the concrete slab under the house. James the property manager was there we arrived and enjoyed spending some time speaking with him. Provided with a "welcome" bag containing bottles of water, a roll of paper towels, two rolls of toilet paper, garbage bag, dish sponge, detergent for a single use of the dishwasher and washing machine, and a bag containing local granola. This was unexpected and much appreciated. Hand soap along with liquid dish washing detergent was on the kitchen sink. Easy access in/out of the house using the lock box mounted right beside the sliding door that leads into the kitchen. Wish we could have stayed longer! Will definitely book this property again, hopefully sooner rather than later.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Special Spot on the Sea
Our stay at Small Pleasures was absolutely wonderful. Such a cozy cottage right on the sea! Once we got there, we never wanted to leave. I would highly recommend this rental to any couple needing a relaxing get-away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022