Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w\/swing
About this house rental
Situated in Oak Island, this charming house for R 13,896 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. Located in the Middleton Park area 2024 Recent Updates: New larger oceanfront deck and new carpet has been installed. Po Boy Vintage Oceanfront owner managed Beach House where great memories have been made by our family and our rental guests . *** Sorry No Pets Allowed*** Our oceanfront deck brings you ***Closer to the ocean** than any other house. The deck is only 72 feet from the ocean and this house has its own direct beach walking path leading straight to the ocean. OTHER AMENITIES: ENJOY SUNRISE, SUNSET OR ANYTIME IN THE OCEANFRONT GAZEBO WITH PORCH SWING. THE SCREENED PORCH IS ANOTHER GREAT PLACE TO ENJOY, HAVE BREAKFAST OR TO TAKE A BREAK FROM THE HEAT. THE LARGE DECK IS GREAT FOR TANNING OR RELAXING. AFTER A DAY ON THE BEACH ENJOY THE RECENTLY INSTALLED OCEANFRONT OUTDOOR ENCLOSED SHOWER WITH HOT AND COLD WATER. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE SURROUNDINGS, THERE IS A LOT TO EXPLORE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE: THE LARGEST PIER ON THE ISLAND IS WITHIN A 1 MILE WALK FROM THE HOUSE ON THE OCEAN SIDE. TAKE A SHORT WALK DOWN THE ROAD AND ACROSS THE STREET TO THE BASKETBALL COURTS, PLAYGROUND, SOCCER FIELD, T-SHIRT SHOP, DAVIS CANAL, THE PEPPERONI GRILL RESTAURANT AND MUCH MORE. *******A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MANY REPEAT RENTERS********* NO HIGH RISE HOTELS USA TODAY VOTED OAK ISLAND 'BEST BEACH IN NC' BEACH RUNS EAST TO WEST SO YOU CAN WATCH SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SUNRISES AND SUNSETS! **************************************** PO BOY OCEANFRONT ONE LEVEL COTTAGE FEATURES: COMFORTABLE BEDS BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM CABINETRY IN THE KITCHEN. ALL BEDROOMS HAVE 32' FLAT SCREEN SMART TV's AND LIVING ROOM HAS A LARGE FLAT SCREEN TV. WIRELESS INTERNET - PASSWORD PROTECTED ***************************************** Located in the Middleton Park area within walking distance to Beach Diner, ice Cream shop, T-shirt/souvenir beach shop, skate board park, Tennis courts, soccer/ball field and new playground. Rent the Po Boy in Oak Island, NC. It’s relaxing, enjoyable, fun, and affordable!! It is the perfect getaway for families and couples of all ages. This house is privately owned and managed. We treat our guests like we like to be treated. ***THIS HOUSE IS RATED, YEAR AFTER YEAR, ONE OF THE BEST HOUSES ON THE BEACH BY OUR REPEAT GUESTS!*** Purchase Cancellation Protection Coverage through VRBO to provide peace of mind that if plans are complicated by the unexpected, your financial losses could be protected. Keywords: OCEANFRONT, OLDER VINTAGE BEACH HOUSE WITH RUSTIC CHARM, gazebo swing, direct beach access and large screened porch.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Oak Island, NC
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(132 Reviews)
10.0
Very close to the beach for the relaxing weekend
5.0
We had an absolutely wonderful vacation here, made all the more magnificent by this delightful “home base.” The house—while exceptionally well appointed with new appliances, a large washer and dryer, and everything one would need for cooking and serving—effortlessly manages to be both functional and cozy. The seating is ample, the beds are comfortable and supportive, and the layout is practical, with bedrooms and restrooms to the roadside while the open design of the living/dining areas allows a comfortable flow through the house and an unobstructed view of the ocean. Outside, having the covered swing is marvelous, giving a beautiful view of the ocean and a cathartic breath of sea air. It rained all day for 2 days of our trip, but the covered swing remained gloriously restful.
The only item that could use some improvement is the deck, as there are a few nail heads rising from the older wood; however, repairs have already begun with deck screws and new treated lumber.
Lastly, the homeowner goes out of their way to assure a pleasant stay. The homeowner was immediately responsive to any questions we had, and worked closely with us so that our stay was memorable. We always felt that if we had any questions or concerns, that an answer would be arriving momentarily.
I cannot say enough about the wonderful time we had in this house and how attentive the homeowner was, and I would unreservedly recommend this beach rental to anyone.
2.0
Property location is awesome, property and facilities however were disappointing. I texted contact person with why along with photos and no response to date from back on Tuesday, 3 days ago. When booked, I went off the 4.8 star rating I saw but did not read actual prior reviews, if I had the one from 2021 still holds for today. My guess, based on my experience is that property owners don't take reviews seriously as I found the state of this property as she described, but with 2 years more of physical deterioration. Luckily we were not planning a lot of time indoors and the weather helped make that a reality, otherwise what turned out to be an ok trip would have been rather unenjoyable. My advice, renter beware.
2.0
Property location is awesome, property and facilities however were disappointing. I texted contact person with why along with photos and no response to date from back on Tuesday, 3 days ago. When booked, I went off the 4.8 star rating I saw but did not read actual prior reviews, if I had the one from 2021 still holds for today. My guess, based on my experience is that property owners don't take reviews seriously as I found the state of this property as she described, but with 2 years more of physical deterioration. Luckily we were not planning a lot of time indoors and the weather helped make that a reality, otherwise what turned out to be an ok trip would have been rather unenjoyable. My advice, renter beware.
4.0
Clean house, great location, can’t beat sitting on the gazebo swing every evening as the sun goes down.
5.0
Me and my family had a blast. Home is perfect for those with children.
1.0
Let me start by saying I understand the laws of supply and demand and that I rented a beach front property on 4th of July weekend. However, when spending $1000+/night on a property you have a certain level of expectation and this house was far from it. The owners have clearly done nothing to maintain the property outside of collecting large checks from renters. I've rented dozens of beach properties over the past decade and this one was by far the most run down and disappointing. The photos on the website made it seem quaint but inviting. I have no idea how it is a 4.8 star listing. Let me be clear that this house was falling apart. Simply google the address if you want true feedback on the property. Door knobs falling off doors, Roaches on the walls (I have pictures), the refrigerator smelled like rotting fish, the house should be condemned. Even the beach equipment they provide was falling apart. There is not a room in this house that doesnt have multiple issues. I just feel completely bait and switched with this property. So much so that on day 2 we rented another house on the beach and left. I would avoid at all costs. What a waste.
5.0
This is a great location for traveling with kids!
5.0
It was nice, and did not have to walk very far to the ocean
5.0
The house was perfect for what we were looking for. Oceanfront, very clean and a t.v. in every bedroom. It is also steps away from a grill which made grabbing food easy. We really enjoyed our stay!
5.0
My sister and I brought my mom here for a short stay! She has stage IV ovarian cancer and is very week but it was perfect for her to get to the swing and see and hear the ocean! It was warm/stuffy when we got there, text the owner and they turned the ac on…next day wasn’t as warm and I text because mom was cold and they turned the heat back on! It was wonderful!
4.0
My family stayed here for 5 nights. Housekeeping was great, the house was clean and well appointed. Renee arranged for kayaks to be dropped off, which was great as the ocean was very calm during our stay so we used the kayaks on the ocean. The deck was very weather-worn (e.g., splinters on the railing as well as on the flooring), which limited the time we spent enjoying the deck. Also, the City must have made the dune higher since the photos were taken because we couldn't see the beach or the waves crashing from the porch...but you can certainly hear the sounds of the ocean, which were so calming. We loved being able to walk to the playground and to several ice cream shops after dinner -- a great location!
5.0
Well folks I have been going to oak island for 10 years plus now and have rented from the big names down their ,and hands down they don't hold a candle to this little house on the beach or the Owners, and we will be coming back
5.0
We had a great time at PO BOY. It is really well located, accurately listed as far as space and amenities are concerned. Loved the porch and easy access to the beach. I will highly recommend this place.
4.0
The location of this property is fantastic, we LOVED the swing overlooking the beach and the beach access. Owner very responsive to texts. Our only concern was the condition of the deck, some sections can definitely use some repair/updates.
5.0
We’ll stocked and appointed home right on the water with amazing gazebo and swing. Cute home with comfortably large king bed in master! Convenient to everything but very quiet. Will certainly return. Thank you!
5.0
Stay
Short 2 day stay so the house was perfect for us. Great location.
4.0
We really enjoyed the charm and convenience of this beachfront property. You will find everything you need here.
5.0
Perfect
We loved the huge fridge, the ice maker, the fact that it’s one level living, and the kitchen had all the pots/pans/utensils we needed. Beds are comfy, and the house is so easy to get to and close to a Publix. Even had chairs for us to use on the beach. We also loved the swing. We would stay here again!
4.0
Relaxing stay
We really enjoyed the charm and convenience of this beachfront property. You will find everything you need here.
4.0
Beautiful area to stay in, beach is amazing, house is as presented nothing fancy, clean, comfortable, owner easily contacted and responsive. Great sunrises and sunsets, very quiet restorative vacation as desired.
4.0
Just Be Still
Beautiful area to stay in, beach is amazing, house is as presented nothing fancy, clean, comfortable, owner easily contacted and responsive. Great sunrises and sunsets, very quiet restorative vacation as desired.
5.0
This house was wonderful. Open with plenty of room and Cozy in the evening. Loved being on the beach front, Swinging in the gazebo with our Granddaughter, playing and sitting on the Screened porch in the evening. Was the best weekend weather was great! Wonderfully!
5.0
A week of Celebrating with our Loved Ones
This house was wonderful. Open with plenty of room and Cozy in the evening. Loved being on the beach front, Swinging in the gazebo with our Granddaughter, playing and sitting on the Screened porch in the evening. Was the best weekend weather was great! Wonderfully!
5.0
My family enjoyed staying in this beachfront home for our Thanksgiving holiday. The property is as depicted on this site but none of the photos can do justice to the beautiful view. The screen porch is heaven on earth, as well as the gazebo. Only steps away from the beach, we could feel the stress just fading away during our too short stay. I cooked a giant Thanksgiving meal in the kitchen, everything worked great with the exception of the back left burner on the stove. But, that didn't stop us from having great food, great fun and a great stay. Thank you to Renee, who was such a delight with whom to work. We appreciate you sharing your historic home with us.
5.0
The View! The Beach!
My family enjoyed staying in this beachfront home for our Thanksgiving holiday. The property is as depicted on this site but none of the photos can do justice to the beautiful view. The screen porch is heaven on earth, as well as the gazebo. Only steps away from the beach, we could feel the stress just fading away during our too short stay. I cooked a giant Thanksgiving meal in the kitchen, everything worked great with the exception of the back left burner on the stove. But, that didn't stop us from having great food, great fun and a great stay. Thank you to Renee, who was such a delight with whom to work. We appreciate you sharing your historic home with us.
5.0
Beautiful view of sunrise AND sunset!!
Nice accommodation, lovely weather, splendid beach front property - especially loved the gazebo!
5.0
We loved the personal touches of the Po Boy! This was a fantastic location. We loved walking over to the park to play pickleball, getting some yummy non-dairy pineapple dole whip, the easy and close access to the beach, the ice machine, and that heavenly beachfront swing. It was the perfect space for my family of 6 adults, and awesome that we could rent for a partial week.
5.0
Wonderful getaway!
We loved the personal touches of the Po Boy! This was a fantastic location. We loved walking over to the park to play pickleball, getting some yummy non-dairy pineapple dole whip, the easy and close access to the beach, the ice machine, and that heavenly beachfront swing. It was the perfect space for my family of 6 adults, and awesome that we could rent for a partial week.
5.0
My friend and I rented the Po' Boy for a week in July 2021 for a vacation. The home was comfortable and well situated on the island (close to the pier, grocery store, convenience store). It had nice features that made it beach-friendly: an outdoor shower, as well as a hose on the gazebo; a big ice maker under the kitchen counter, which was accessible from the dining room). The refrigerator was huge, and there were plenty of dishes, pots, pans, etc. TVs were in the main room and bedrooms. Bathrooms were great. There was plenty of space for my friend and me, for sure. Maybe the nicest touches were the swing on the gazebo, where we had coffee each morning, and the screened in porch, where we had dinner each nice. From what we could see up and down the beach, such features were rare in other homes (e.g., open, unsheltered decks).
3.0
The swing was my favorite part
5.0
Relaxing and comfortable stay
My friend and I rented the Po' Boy for a week in July 2021 for a vacation. The home was comfortable and well situated on the island (close to the pier, grocery store, convenience store). It had nice features that made it beach-friendly: an outdoor shower, as well as a hose on the gazebo; a big ice maker under the kitchen counter, which was accessible from the dining room). The refrigerator was huge, and there were plenty of dishes, pots, pans, etc. TVs were in the main room and bedrooms. Bathrooms were great. There was plenty of space for my friend and me, for sure. Maybe the nicest touches were the swing on the gazebo, where we had coffee each morning, and the screened in porch, where we had dinner each nice. From what we could see up and down the beach, such features were rare in other homes (e.g., open, unsheltered decks).
3.0
This is all in the context of paying over $700 per night for this house. The house location is great - right on the beach and very close to the park. However, the house upkeep/maintenance was poor overall and not in keeping with the charged price. Some things were frankly not safe for children: the door frames/wood trim in the house were broken with pieces sticking out, there were several wood rail sections on the deck that were not secure. There was mildew on the shower curtains. There was also just too much furniture where we found it cramped with just 3 adults and 1 baby. All of these issues could be resolved with simple upkeep and maintenance. I’m actually really surprised that these issues did not come up in previous reviews. We essentially never give negative reviews but we felt compelled to share our experience. We were very surprised given the price.
5.0
This home was a fantastic experience! I had friends flying in from California with their 3 teenage daughters and wanted them to have a taste of the NC coast. We couldn't have found a better place! This is vintage beach house with all the nice touches you would expect to find in a home that's been lovingly enjoyed for generations. Our stay coincided with hurricane Elsa passing thru the area and I just have to comment on how solidly built this home is! A lot of the other homes sit on wooden stilts but this house actually sits on cement pillars. It has passed the test of time. It just might be one of the most solid structures on the island! I would definitely stay here again and liked it so much I wouldn't even bother shopping around for other places. This home just has a certain charm to it, and that alone makes it well worth it. No regrets!
R. Turner
5.0
Best place on Oak Island
This home was a fantastic experience! I had friends flying in from California with their 3 teenage daughters and wanted them to have a taste of the NC coast. We couldn't have found a better place! This is vintage beach house with all the nice touches you would expect to find in a home that's been lovingly enjoyed for generations. Our stay coincided with hurricane Elsa passing thru the area and I just have to comment on how solidly built this home is! A lot of the other homes sit on wooden stilts but this house actually sits on cement pillars. It has passed the test of time. It just might be one of the most solid structures on the island! I would definitely stay here again and liked it so much I wouldn't even bother shopping around for other places. This home just has a certain charm to it, and that alone makes it well worth it. No regrets!
R. Turner
3.0
Anonymous
The swing was my favorite part
3.0
Great location but not worth the price
This is all in the context of paying over $700 per night for this house. The house location is great - right on the beach and very close to the park. However, the house upkeep/maintenance was poor overall and not in keeping with the charged price. Some things were frankly not safe for children: the door frames/wood trim in the house were broken with pieces sticking out, there were several wood rail sections on the deck that were not secure. There was mildew on the shower curtains. There was also just too much furniture where we found it cramped with just 3 adults and 1 baby. All of these issues could be resolved with simple upkeep and maintenance. I’m actually really surprised that these issues did not come up in previous reviews. We essentially never give negative reviews but we felt compelled to share our experience. We were very surprised given the price.
5.0
Second time we stayed here and it was great
The house is perfect for beach front Oak Island. The owner is super responsive and easy to work with.
5.0
Great girls weekend!
We had a wonderful, relaxing time! Renee was super easy to get in touch with and responded quickly. The house is so convenient to the beach and local amenities.
5.0
Perfect location for downtime at the beach
I made this as a last minute reservation to celebrate my birthday and mother's day for my sister and we took my 2.5yr old nephew with us. The location is perfect- within a walking distance (or 2-3min drive) to several restaurants and a park. The house is lovely and perfectly decorated to match the coastal/beach vibe. The beds are comfortable and everything is supplied - linens, towels, fully functional kitchen with any necessary utensils, everything needed for a trip to the beach - beach chairs, Frisbee, sandbox toys for kids, etc. The reservation process was very easy, Renee was great to communicate with and the check in and check out process was easy to follow. Loved the step by step directions! We had a wonderful time and they are already looking for a return trip this fall.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Oak Island?
The average price for a rental in Oak Island is R 4,087 per night. This rental is R 9,809 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w\/swing. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w\/swing pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w\/swing?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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