Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.
About this house rental
"Happiness Comes in Waves" is the perfect spot for an island getaway! It's just steps from the beach, but is a secluded setting that backs up to the Davis Canal tidal marsh with a private pier that you can drop a line in the water or a crab trap (one of only two private piers in the area). The property is fourth row back and a quick 2-minute walk to the beach with easy access. Relax on the front deck and fall asleep listening to sounds of the ocean! This property boasts 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths plus an additional outdoor shower with hot/cold water for use during the summer months. The kitchen was recently completely renovated, with ample cabinet storage space and is well equipped (pots, pans, blender, electric griddle, toaster oven, coffee maker (standard and Keurig), hand mixer, crockpot, etc) to meet all of your cooking needs. The inside dining table has four chairs, plus we have two folding chairs, plastic deck chairs, and out on the deck is a wrought-iron table with four chairs. Bedroom 1 has a king bed. Bedroom 2 includes two sets of bunk beds (the top bunks are only for children). Bedroom 3 has a queen bed. There is also a queen-sized pullout sofa sleeper in the living room. Linens are NOT provided but the property does include pillows, blankets, and comforters/quilts for all beds and the sofa sleeper. You can bring your own sheets and towels, or rent them from Sharon's Linens on Oak Island (if you do this, we've heard that Sharon's can be sold out in peak season, so contact them early). All bedrooms and the living room have ceiling fans. The ceiling fan/light in the living room is operated by remote control. The property includes a Roku TV and high-speed Internet access and WiFi. This is a pet friendly property with a maximum of 2 pets allowed (dogs only, owner is allergic to cats). Dogs must weigh under 100 lbs and there is a non-refundable pet fee of $120. Owners must clean up the yard after their pets -- there will be an additional fee for each pile of poop that is left in the yard after your stay! The deck has a gas grill, plus the table and chairs to enjoy your morning coffee or evening beverage. There's a wagon to haul your gear over to the beach. And there's a hose available to wash all those things down when you come back from the beach. An ice shack is two blocks away to fill your cooler. It's next door to a convenience store for anything you might've forgotten. A washer/dryer is in the half-bath.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets
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Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(40 Reviews)
5.0
The house was very clean. The kitchen was very well stocked EXCEPT for a cheese grater. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of blankets. There were only 4 hangers in the master closet and 2 in the other closet. That was a bit annoying.
5.0
Perfect location, short walk to the beach and close to restaurants. Cottage comfortably furnished. Loved the boardwalk into the marsh behind the house. Highly recommend.
5.0
We had a fabulous time spending Thanksgiving at this house. Location is great and the pier out back is a bonus. The house was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Host was responsive and accommodating. Can’t wait to go back.
5.0
Enjoyed 3 great days with my grandchildren. The house was in a perfect quiet spot. The private dock was awesome and we all caught fish when the tide was high. Beach was a short distance. The house was well equipped to make our stay comfortable.
4.0
This is a cute lil spot just a short walk to the beach,,we didnt get to spend much time on beach due to lots of fisherman ,.but its a beatiful place to visit later in the evening on weekday. We checked out The Point but no shells. our favorite part was the pier we caught lots of sea bass and crabs,and loved watching all the wildlife when water was down absolute best time ever!!
5.0
My family and I enjoyed staying here for a long weekend. Even our dogs liked it- the deck was perfect for sunning themselves and watching the neighborhood. It's a short 2 block walk to the beach and we appreciated that there was a wagon available to haul our gear back and forth! We can't wait to go back!
5.0
We found the property as listed. It was a great size for our family of four and our dog. Very quick walk to the beach. The pier in the back was a surprisingly enjoyable bonus for watching the wildlife and tides. Overall an excellent stay. Thank you!
5.0
What an amazing week we had! The house was great! Short walk to the beach! Having three boys the pier was perfect! The boys crabbed and tried to fish but it entertained them when we were off the beach!!! The house is stocked! The only issue was air conditioning! The house got hot but they do provide additional fans and a window unit but it gets a bit warm!! Loved it and had an amazing week!
5.0
We found the property as listed. It was a great size for our family of four and our dog. Very quick walk to the beach. The pier in the back was a surprisingly enjoyable bonus for watching the wildlife and tides. Overall an excellent stay. Thank you!
5.0
We loved our stay at Happiness Comes in Waves. It’s located on a back private road that is peaceful and quiet but still a very short walk to the ocean. The house was very clean and spacious. We loved sunsets and fishing off the private dock. We actually preferred the all gravel yard because it was much less mosquitoes. The house is equipped with everything you may need, also. We would absolutely stay here again. We recommend driving into Southport for glazed croissants from Burney’s Sweets and More. They’re delicious.
5.0
Nice
5.0
We had a great time visiting the island and staying at this property. When we arrived everything was in perfect condition and exceptionally clean. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed to cook with. Each room has a tv so that was great too! Where the property is located is a very short walk to the ocean. Our dog Moses loved it too! We would vacation here again and recommend this rental.
5.0
Great house, great location, great with kids!
3.0
Location of the property is perfect, only a short walk to the beach. Pet friendly home is definitely a much appreciated bonus! The downside to being pet friendly is the horrible crushed rock yard. Definitely can't walk without shoes and still not pleasant. Plenty of sleeping space although we only used the king bed. Unfortunately it takes up most of the room so not enough space left for luggage and bags, but easily resolved by utilizing the queen room for our luggage. Sadly, cleanliness was not top notch. Bathroom had lots of hairs on toilet, tub, shower liner. The tub was clogged and slow draining. We unclogged with draino and several pots of boiling water. Lightbulb out above sink. Toilet would kick on and run short spurts appx every 10-15 min or so. Kitchen well stocked with the necessities. Unfortunately, coffee spilled down cabinet doors, along with other stuck on debri on cabinets and front of stove. Also, found a knife wedged between stove and cabinet. We initially was disappointed to not have internet service and Roku, but discovered the loveseat had been pushed into the outlet where the internet box is plugged in and the plugs had been disconnected. Which could be a fire hazard. Would have loved to be able open the windows for fresh ocean air, but unfortunately there were no screens on the windows. Once connected internet and Roku worked flawlessly. Overall we enjoyed our stay despite the unfortunates and would consider renting again to give it a second chance.
3.0
The house was well supplied and in a great location, off the main road and a couple minute walk to the beach. The inside of the house was great and very clean. The yard and driveway are terrible, the whole property is crushed brick and concrete with mixed in rusty metal and broken pieces of plastic. You need to wear shoes just to get off the property, the house is pet friendly which is great but thankfully I didn't bring my dogs because I would have had to carry them off the property. The deck, stairs and dock are all in need of replacement or repair, there are nails sticking up everywhere. The construction going on right next to the house is no fault of the owner but it was really annoying, the last 2 days of our stay there was a pressure washer running from about 7am to 7pm and they left every light on at the house all night. I would not stay here again unless something was done about the property.
4.0
Very beautiful place. Manager was very quick to respond. Grill was horribly dirty and we had to clean it. Rest of property was very clean
4.0
Clean, updated nice place. Would have been a peaceful location except for the construction going on next door and across the street.
5.0
The dock was great
Need to get rid of the ricks/broken brick chips- fell them through flip flops, no possible to go bare feet…. Dogs couldn’t even walk in them. Need some grass for children and pets
5.0
This is our second year staying here and it's perfect for us. Easy walk to the beach, clean and convenient with plenty of space for 2 adults and a 10 yo, the dock to the marsh is fantastic. We're so glad we got to stay again!
5.0
Loved the location of this property!
5.0
The home was well stocked, extremely clean, the property managers communicated extremely quickly.
Location was perfect for us since we had our dog with us. Very short walk to the beach, and not a lot of traffic.
Will definitely rent again.
Again, absolutely awesome experience.
5.0
Absolutely Awesome!
The home was well stocked, extremely clean, the property managers communicated extremely quickly.
Location was perfect for us since we had our dog with us. Very short walk to the beach, and not a lot of traffic.
Will definitely rent again.
Again, absolutely awesome experience.
5.0
nice and quiet eve had deer
5.0
one of the best with VRBO
nice and quiet eve had deer
5.0
Enjoyed our stay at this property. It had everything we needed. Property is great for small families and is in close proximity to the beach. Would stay again.
5.0
Oak island beach home
Enjoyed our stay at this property. It had everything we needed. Property is great for small families and is in close proximity to the beach. Would stay again.
5.0
Perfect getaway! House was clean and just as described! Quick two minute walk to the beach and not far from some good restaurants! Super happy with our stay and trip! Will definitely be back soon!
5.0
Amazing
Perfect getaway! House was clean and just as described! Quick two minute walk to the beach and not far from some good restaurants! Super happy with our stay and trip! Will definitely be back soon!
5.0
With my partner and I both able to work remotely, we look for properties that allow us to enjoy some new scenery and escape the cold Michigan winters. This property hit the spot! It’s about a 2 minute walk to the beach and is so close you can often hear the waves at night. For those working remotely, the internet is plenty fast at 200mbs. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was very well stocked!
We would definitely stay again and highly recommend this property!
5.0
Great location for remote work and vacation
With my partner and I both able to work remotely, we look for properties that allow us to enjoy some new scenery and escape the cold Michigan winters. This property hit the spot! It’s about a 2 minute walk to the beach and is so close you can often hear the waves at night. For those working remotely, the internet is plenty fast at 200mbs. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was very well stocked!
We would definitely stay again and highly recommend this property!
5.0
Six minute walk to the beach for my pup and I. Loved the outdoor shower with handheld shower as it made it easy to rinse my pup after beach walks. Peaceful location with stunning views from the pier. Great pet friendly property. Highly recommend!
5.0
Great pet friendly property
Six minute walk to the beach for my pup and I. Loved the outdoor shower with handheld shower as it made it easy to rinse my pup after beach walks. Peaceful location with stunning views from the pier. Great pet friendly property. Highly recommend!
5.0
It was so easy and convenient. Everything was on point and our stay was wonderful. Already making plans for next year! We loved it❤️❤️❤️
5.0
We loved the house, the sunsets and easy walk to the beach. Will definitely be back!
5.0
Love Oak Island
It was so easy and convenient. Everything was on point and our stay was wonderful. Already making plans for next year! We loved it❤️❤️❤️
5.0
Beautiful Sunsets!
We loved the house, the sunsets and easy walk to the beach. Will definitely be back!
4.0
We enjoyed our stay; the property was what we expected. Very grateful for the use of the beach wagon and the warm outdoor shower.
4.0
Nice quiet spot
We enjoyed our stay; the property was what we expected. Very grateful for the use of the beach wagon and the warm outdoor shower.
5.0
Cute, cozy, comfortable, clean cottage with a short walk to the beach! Hope to be back for another stay!
5.0
Great visit to OI
Cute, cozy, comfortable, clean cottage with a short walk to the beach! Hope to be back for another stay!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Oak Island?
The average price for a rental in Oak Island is R 4,126 per night. This rental is R 626 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.. 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 Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh. pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh.?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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