8/10 Good
Austin S.
Dec 12, 2025
Austin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Entire home
123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach
Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Tranquil Harbour
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
Explore the area
Oak Island, NC
- Caswell BeachPlace, Caswell Beach10 min walk
- Oak Island Golf ClubPlace, Oak Island Golf Club3 min drive
- Oak Island LighthousePlace, Oak Island Lighthouse7 min drive
- Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)47 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Oak Island
Seaside stay .With a stay at this Tranquil Harbour vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Caswell Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse and Ocean Crest Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Caswell Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
- Oak Island Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Oak Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
- Holden Beach - 37 min drive - 32.9 miles
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 49 min drive - 42.5 miles
Getting around
- Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
- Circle K - 18 min walk
- Koko Cabana - 14 min walk
- Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - 16 min walk
- Salt64 - 19 min walk
- Old Bridge Diner - 2 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach
5 Bedrooms | 2 Full Baths | 1 Half Bath
2 Kings | 2 Queens | 1 Double
Located less than half a mile from the beach and even closer to several local restaurants, this attractively decorated home sleeping ten is ready to welcome your whole family including one dog!
A curved sectional provides comfortable seating in the living area. The modern and fully stocked kitchen provides plenty of space to prepare favorite recipes. Thanks to the open living space, those preparing the meal can still chat with family and friends watching the big game on the smart TV that allows you to log in to your personal streaming services. A dining table seats eight, with room for another four at the kitchen counter.
Five spacious bedrooms wait to welcome you after a long day of activity. There are two shared full baths with hall access, plus one half bath directly accessible from one of the king bedrooms. The half bath also contains the laundry area.
Beach equipment is provided to help save space when packing, A charcoal grill is available for your family's grill master, and an enclosed outdoor shower makes rinsing off after a day in the sand a breeze! The grassy backyard also features a fire pit and outdoor dining set.
2 Kings | 2 Queens | 1 Double
Located less than half a mile from the beach and even closer to several local restaurants, this attractively decorated home sleeping ten is ready to welcome your whole family including one dog!
A curved sectional provides comfortable seating in the living area. The modern and fully stocked kitchen provides plenty of space to prepare favorite recipes. Thanks to the open living space, those preparing the meal can still chat with family and friends watching the big game on the smart TV that allows you to log in to your personal streaming services. A dining table seats eight, with room for another four at the kitchen counter.
Five spacious bedrooms wait to welcome you after a long day of activity. There are two shared full baths with hall access, plus one half bath directly accessible from one of the king bedrooms. The half bath also contains the laundry area.
Beach equipment is provided to help save space when packing, A charcoal grill is available for your family's grill master, and an enclosed outdoor shower makes rinsing off after a day in the sand a breeze! The grassy backyard also features a fire pit and outdoor dining set.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Games
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Charcoal grill
- Fenced yard
- Firepit
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Tennis
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
1918
Frequently asked questions
How close is 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach to the airport?
This vacation home is 34.5 mi (47-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Caswell Beach and 17.3 mi (64-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is 123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach to downtown Oak Island?
This vacation home is 4.3 mi away from Oak Island.
123 By the Sea: Bold, Artsy, Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Beach Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rissa C.
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Rissa C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maggie L., Raleigh
May 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We stayed at this property over Memorial Day weekend. It was nice to have the 5 bedrooms for our group. This property is not super close to the beach, but it's definitely walkable (10 min walk). We rented a golf cart and that made getting to the beach super simple and it was fun to explore around the island on the golf cart too. The location is great for activities and restaurants. The place was spotless when we checked in. The outdoor shower is great - very clean and big. I usually don't like outdoor showers (I usually find them creepy) but I used this one every day - very clean and open. Overall it was a great trip.
Maggie L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet W.
Apr 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach break
Good location
Great appliances
Good rooms
Great fenced yard
Close to shops and eateries
Easy stroll to beach
Janet W.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine T.
May 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place, modern, plenty of room
We really enjoyed our stay, very clean, modern, fully equiped kitchen, plenty of room for a family, plenty of bathrooms - very beautiful decor.
Catherine T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023