Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Long Beach vacation home, you'll find Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Members Club at St. James Plantation - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
Oak Island Golf Club - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
Oak Island Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 8.1 miles
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Salt64 - 8 min drive
Paul's of Oak Island - 7 min drive
Dairy Queen - 7 min drive
Pirates Deck - 8 min drive
Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - 6 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 Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage
Looking for the perfect cottage to relax and enjoy the beautiful Oak Island beach? Look no further.... The Barden Cottage is the perfect spot!
Located just steps from the sand and across the street from the public beach access, this 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home lends decades of family traditions while offering all of the modern amenities. Imagine yourself relaxing on the porch swing after a day at the beach on the beautiful screened in front porch or rocking in the chair on the front deck while taking in the OKI sunset over the ocean. This open floor plan boasts freshly painted walls (2020) with the beautiful exposed wood beams giving you the feel of a traditional beach cottage that families yearn for.
Located just steps from the beach, you won't have to walk far to get back to the house for anything and the keyless entry eliminates the concern for lost keys. Don't feel like cooking or driving? Take a 7 minute walk to Island Way Restaurant and Bar - Oak Island's favorite ocean front dining experience. Need something quickly? The Beach Pantry convenience store is only 0.5 miles away - an easy walk. We are just a short walk from Oak Island's famous Ocean Crest Pier where you can fish without having your own gear- rods, bait, etc. available for rental.
Our goal is to provide our guests with the absolute best experience. We want you to feel like our home is your home throughout your entire stay. If you have a special occasion or surprise, please let us know and we will be happy to assist with making it exceptional! When you arrive you will find a plethora of information on area attractions, restaurants, activities, etc.
Reserve today and start packing for your beach vacation!
Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear rentals during your stay! You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more! The choice is yours! For this house you are eligible for up to $245.00 credit on any beach gear! Book now to reserve your gear today!
Please Note: Linens are included with your reservation and contain the following: flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.
As you will find when selecting dates on the calendar, there are minimum stay requirements based on the season. There is a 7 night minimum with a mandatory Saturday to Saturday rental pattern in the peak summer months, and there is more flexibility in the slower seasons. You can find a chart of our seasons and minimum stay requirements on our FAQ page, and please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!nly
POLICIES Age limit 25 No smoking Not suitable for pets No parties or events Guest agree to electronically sign a detailed Reservation Agreement
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,100 square feet
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
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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 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 carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
459503
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
How close is Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage to the airport?
This vacation home is 35.6 mi (49-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Caswell Beach and 8 mi (14-min drive) from Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage to downtown Oak Island?
This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Oak Island.
Reviews
Oak Island Beach - A charming cottage with a view you won't get tired of! The Barden Cottage Reviews
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9.4/10
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ashley V.
Jun 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Beach Getaway
The beach cottage is quaint and comfortable. Very close to the beach. Maybe change the water proof mattress protectors as the bedding comes off while sleeping. Would stay there again!!!
Ashley V.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa M.
Aug 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Access to the Beach
The house is located across the street from beach access. Nice views of the water from the house. Almost everything needed in the kitchen. I did buy a coffee maker, but there is a pod type. Short on skillets, but all in all well stocked. Nice that beach chairs are located with the w/d downstairs. Water pressure was awesome! Clean, and comfortable. Linen was included! We really enjoyed our stay!!
Vanessa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
James C.
Sep 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing weekend
First time using VRBO, very simple and great experience. The house was very clean and felt like home. The location was directly across from the ocean. It had great views from the front balcony. Only a 10 minute drive to the point where we caught flounder, red drum and blues.
James C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Jennnie W.
Sep 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage!
This was a great little cottage and location. First world issues here… this is picky but the only “complaint” I have is the mattress covers. They are the plastic ones that make all the noise when you move. I get why the owners have those water proof ones but if you’re a light sleeper just bring an extra one from home and it may help to keep it in place.
Jennnie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
Aug 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great property and even better hosts!
Paul B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Edward C.
Oct 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Classic Oak Island beach house.
This a great cottage on this wonderful island! The beach access is right across the street and is conveniently located to all the cool stores and restaurants that Oak Island has to offer.
Edward C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Jun 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. House good for the cost
This was a good space for us; good location and just enough room. For the money it is a good house. The reason I say for the money is they have it priced to compensate for some drawbacks. The style is a little grandma which is partly charming but also included a few functional hiccups. For instance the kitchen is a very awkward layout with no dishwasher and no space to store your pantry/food items for someone who plans to cook all week. Also the bed frames are old and we experienced the slats falling to the floor in 2 of the the three rooms. Plumbing required plunging throughout the week, especially in the master bedroom. We did love the screen porch and deck and the couches in the LR are comfortable. We also enjoyed the grill. We would have preferred Queen beds in each room--2 rooms have only full which is really only good for one adult. Overall a cute house and with a small amount of upgrades it could be great.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Anna R.
Jun 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay at Oak Island!
This was a lovely house and an absolutely perfect location! We really enjoyed our stay. The kitchen is a little small/cluttered, but works okay for a group of 6. Thank you!
Anna R.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
8/10 Good
Tod H.
Jun 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty decent stay
Beds not too comfortable & all but one of the blinds are operational but otherwise fine. Also, on last night we had the wrong code & property manager did not respond - we got it figured out but....
Tod H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and relaxing
Great place to unwind and enjoy the beach!
Had a wonderful time and the location was amazing!