House in Oak Island, NC
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Ginny's Coastal Cottage-Oak Island
2BR/1BA Coastal Cottage | Walk to the Beach, Private Patio & Free Bikes | Oak Island, NC | Sleeps 4
Welcome to your classic Oak Island beach hideaway, a charming single-story cottage that blends retro beach-town character with modern comforts. You're less than a 5-minute walk from the beach, so you can leave the car parked and head straight to the sand. Relax under rustic exposed wood ceilings, cook in the fully equipped kitchen, sip coffee on the private patio, and explore the island on the complimentary bikes.
Prime location
- Less than a 5-minute walk to the beach access
- Quiet residential pocket of Oak Island
- Bike to local ice cream shops, restaurants, and boutiques
- Minutes to the Oak Island Lighthouse, fishing piers, and fresh seafood markets
- Easy access to casual dining and island shops
Top amenities
- Bedroom 1: queen bed
- Bedroom 2: queen bed
- 1 full bathroom
- Single-story home with no stairs
- Bright, open living area with exposed wood ceilings
- Fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances and coffee maker
- Central A/C
- In-home washer and dryer
- Private patio surrounded by coastal greenery
- Complimentary bicycles
- Linens and bath towels provided
- Self check-in
The space
Step inside to a bright, open living area filled with natural light, rustic exposed wood ceilings, and subtle ocean-themed decor. Sink into the comfortable living room seating with a book, a board game, or a movie, and stay cool with central A/C on hot summer days. Each of the two bedrooms has a queen bed, making the cottage a comfortable fit for two couples or a small family. The fully equipped kitchen has full-size appliances, plenty of counter space, a coffee maker, and all the cookware you need for beach snacks or a fresh seafood dinner. Outside, the private patio is perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks under the Carolina sky. The in-home washer and dryer keep beach towels fresh, and the complimentary bikes make it easy to cruise the quiet island streets.
Good for
- Couples' beach getaways
- Two couples traveling together
- Small families on a beach vacation
- Solo travelers and writers looking for a quiet retreat
- Guests who want to walk to the beach and bike around the island
Things to know
- Visit the Oak Island Lighthouse, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and run entirely by volunteers; climbs to the top are available by reservation
- Like many coastal homes, you may occasionally see an outdoor palmetto bug that wandered in; the home is professionally treated on a regular schedule, so just let us know if one finds its way inside
- No parties; neighbors are full-time residents and the town enforces a noise ordinance
- No pets
- Minimum age to book is 24
- Check-in is 4:00 PM, checkout is 10:00 AM
2BR/1BA Coastal Cottage | Walk to the Beach, Private Patio & Free Bikes | Oak Island, NC | Sleeps 4
Welcome to your classic Oak Island beach hideaway, a charming single-story cottage that blends retro beach-town character with modern comforts. You're less than a 5-minute walk from the beach, so you can leave the car parked and head straight to the sand. Relax under rustic exposed wood ceilings, cook in the fully equipped kitchen, sip coffee on the private patio, and explore the island on the complimentary bikes.
Prime location
- Less than a 5-minute walk to the beach access
- Quiet residential pocket of Oak Island
- Bike to local ice cream shops, restaurants, and boutiques
- Minutes to the Oak Island Lighthouse, fishing piers, and fresh seafood markets
- Easy access to casual dining and island shops
Top amenities
- Bedroom 1: queen bed
- Bedroom 2: queen bed
- 1 full bathroom
- Single-story home with no stairs
- Bright, open living area with exposed wood ceilings
- Fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances and coffee maker
- Central A/C
- In-home washer and dryer
- Private patio surrounded by coastal greenery
- Complimentary bicycles
- Linens and bath towels provided
- Self check-in
The space
Step inside to a bright, open living area filled with natural light, rustic exposed wood ceilings, and subtle ocean-themed decor. Sink into the comfortable living room seating with a book, a board game, or a movie, and stay cool with central A/C on hot summer days. Each of the two bedrooms has a queen bed, making the cottage a comfortable fit for two couples or a small family. The fully equipped kitchen has full-size appliances, plenty of counter space, a coffee maker, and all the cookware you need for beach snacks or a fresh seafood dinner. Outside, the private patio is perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks under the Carolina sky. The in-home washer and dryer keep beach towels fresh, and the complimentary bikes make it easy to cruise the quiet island streets.
Good for
- Couples' beach getaways
- Two couples traveling together
- Small families on a beach vacation
- Solo travelers and writers looking for a quiet retreat
- Guests who want to walk to the beach and bike around the island
Things to know
- Visit the Oak Island Lighthouse, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and run entirely by volunteers; climbs to the top are available by reservation
- Like many coastal homes, you may occasionally see an outdoor palmetto bug that wandered in; the home is professionally treated on a regular schedule, so just let us know if one finds its way inside
- No parties; neighbors are full-time residents and the town enforces a noise ordinance
- No pets
- Minimum age to book is 24
- Check-in is 4:00 PM, checkout is 10:00 AM
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Oak Island, NC
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
We had a pleasant stay at this beach cottage. The home was very clean, comfortable, and had a charming, nostalgic feel. It’s easy to imagine it once being a family beach house before becoming a vacation rental.The check-in process was seamless, and the host was excellent to work with. They responded extremely quickly to any questions or concerns we had throughout our stay. The neighborhood was also very nice, quiet, and relaxing.There were a few drawbacks that kept the experience from being exceptional. The second bedroom did not have a TV, which was disappointing, especially for families or groups wanting separate entertainment options. The amenities were fairly basic and felt somewhat bare-bones compared to other vacation rentals we’ve stayed in.The outdoor space was another area that could use improvement. There wasn’t much seating or a comfortable place to relax outside, and there were quite a few ants in the backyard, which made it difficult to enjoy the space barefoot or when walking out to the laundry room.That said, the cottage was very clean, well-maintained, and served its purpose well as a beach getaway. With a few upgrades to the amenities and outdoor area, it could be an even better experience.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Close to beach and marsh. Bikes were fun. Place was very clean and had what we needed. Only negatives were that one of the beds was too noisy to sleep on and they were only doubles. Communication was great.
8 / 10Excellent·Mar 2026
Clean rooms, excellent communication, just smaller then expected and look at pictures very closely, for it is very dated
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Top rated by guests
9Outstanding
(3 Ratings)
"Close to beach and marsh. Bikes were fun. Place was very clean and had what we needed. Only negatives were that one of the beds was too noisy to sleep on and they were only doubles. Communication was ..."
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