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Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Oak Island

On the beach.With a stay at this Long Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Caswell Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and 57th Place West Access Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Holden Beach - 36 min drive - 31.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬17 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.

Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing

Located in the Middleton Park area
2025 Recent Updates and Newly added: larger oceanfront deck and new carpet has been installed. There is a small 2 or 3 inch step up as you enter into the dining/kitchen and main areas of the house from the sun porch. It used to be more noticeable so I just want to make you aware of it as a precaution.
New Grill, New screened porch seating and New picnic table located at the grill, New beach chairs and Adirondack chairs.

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 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!
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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
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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!***
"There is an exterior security camera monitoring the front for guest and property security. No cameras are located inside the home.”
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: WATERFRONT, OCEANFRONT, OLDER VINTAGE BEACH HOUSE WITH RUSTIC CHARM, gazebo swing, direct beach access and large screened porch.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing to the airport?

This vacation home is 37.4 mi (53-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing to downtown Oak Island?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi away from Oak Island.

Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 152 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There are houses at the beach and then there are beach houses. They seem the same but the beach house has a soul which this property has. It was simple, clean and comfortable. I'm sure it's been the center of many a great vacation. I'm sure I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The swing was lovely. It was a cool weekend and we didn’t get to enjoy it. The house was great and was a perfect location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad and Natalie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay, it was perfect for our family of 4. Loved the location!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vadim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on the beach

Very close to the beach for the relaxing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mitchell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Clean house, great location, can’t beat sitting on the gazebo swing every evening as the sun goes down.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

House was great, windows could use a good cleaning so you can see out, deck & swing great, new beach chairs was nice, grill works could use a new 1. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Lovely beach cottage in the best location. Hope to come back for a longer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Trip with Kids

This is a great location for traveling with kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Me and my family had a blast. Home is perfect for those with children.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Older home, great location!

Enjoyed the gazebo with swing! Great location with easy access to the beach. There were a few things that could be improved with the home, which we shared with the owner who responded positively.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation house

It was nice, and did not have to walk very far to the ocean
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Great Place - Great Location

We have been to the Po Boy a couple times now and it is great for our family! You can't beat the ocean front views and it has everything you need. Plus you are so close to great dining and activities in Southport.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2015
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach getaway

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gwenne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My sisters & I enjoyed this property in late May. Weather was terrific. Location of property & its proximity to restaurants, ice cream shops &groceries is fantastic. There is a Farmer's Market & Craft Fair every Monday at a nearby park. Make sure to check it out.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time away from everything

Absolutely wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steps to the beach

Great beach house, location is perfect! Kids loved how close we were to the beach and the swing on the deck was so relaxing. Very close drive to the grocery store and shops. Everyone slept great, and house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet house with perfect sunset views

My husband and I adore this sweet house. We have stayed here multiple times since 2008. It is a perfect location with the best sunset views. Always easy to communicate and always clean! We will continue to be return guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tina K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Anonymous

The swing was my favorite part
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Making final memories

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend!

We were in Oak Island to watch our son run the marathon and his fiancée run the 5k. It was a great weekend.The only thing I could say was a slight negative to the house were the stairs going into the house. There was only a partial handrail on one side. They should add the rest of the handrail. Other than that it was great! I wish it had been warmer to be on the beach. It’s a nice cozy place. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prefect for small family with kids

One Grand parent with two daughters and their children (7,5,& a 7month old baby) and a son in law. Was just the right size for that combination. Loved the easy access to the beach and the deck. The gazebo was the selling point for granddad. Only criticism is the lights and outlet for parking wasn’t working. And our key code stopped working on Friday, but I don’t know if one of the children did something wrong to cause that. Would also suggest lighting for the outside shower area as well. Love an outside shower! The water spigot at the back porch was awesome and so convenient! Bravo on that.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lois C.

Mrs. C

I just spent a wonderful vacation at the po boy!!! I arrived to find this charming beach house spotlessly clean!! After traveling a long distance I cannot tell you how delighted I was!!! I was thrilled at the location on the beach!! You have expansive views of oak island from the screened in porch and gazebo!!! I found both of these amenities very useful!!! I found the kitchen well stocked and very easy to work in!, I am retired so I was able to stay for a few weeks and my grandchildren and family members who visited me are still talking about what a great beach house and wonderful time they had!!! The bedrooms are great with one having a queen and a twin and one havin two twin beds and then the master with its connecting bath was just so convenient with room for 3 generations easily!!!! I am a beach lover and no longer live close to a beach and the po boy is just a wonderful spot!!! I plan on returning annually!! The owner Renee, was a absolute delight to work with!!! I cannot wait until my 2017 visit!!!!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

David S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointment

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Roshan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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