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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 111600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Oak Island, NC
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪59 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 57th Place West Access Park. Horse Island and Ocean Crest Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • The Point - 11 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 17 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mermaid's Island Grill - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Castaways Raw Bar & Grill - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 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.

Summer Salt - DISCOUNTED RATES on remaining Summer '25 weeks!

This oceanfront vacation home in Oak Island is ready for your getaway with enough space to sleep 11. When you’re not just outside Summer Salt’s backdoor taking in the sun and surf, the open floor plan of the house is great for family time!

The main floor includes 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and a deck off the dining area on the street side while the upper floor has 3 more bedrooms, a full bath, and an oceanfront balcony off the upstairs primary bedroom. On the ground floor, there's an additional shower in the laundry room that is equipped with a full-size washer and dryer.

Enjoy your front row seats to sunrises and sunsets from the spacious oceanfront deck. The deck offers new rocking chairs, chaise loungers, and a picnic table.

Summer Salt is conveniently located on the beautiful west end of Oak Island and is just minutes from the mainland and 3 grocery stores – Publix, Lowes, and Food Lion. When you’re not relaxing and swimming at the beach, there’s so much more to do during your visit. Enjoy fishing at the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier, take a helicopter tour with High Tide Aviation, book a deep sea adventure with Oak Island Fishing Charters, check out Jungle Life Mini Golf and Oak Island Nature Center, visit the local beach shops and farmers market, climb to the top of the iconic Oak Island Lighthouse, and let someone else do the cooking while you enjoy all the great Oak Island restaurants! (Feel free to ask for a list of our favorites.)

The quaint village of Southport on the Cape Fear River is just a 20-minute drive away with great shopping, restaurants, and sight-seeing.

Relaxation and adventure await you at Summer Salt! Come make some memories on Oak Island!

1st Floor:
Bedroom 1 (Primary) - King Bed
Bedroom 2 - (2) Double Beds, (1) Twin Bed
Full Bath
Street-side deck
Oceanfront deck

2nd Floor:
Bedroom 3 (Primary) - King Bed, Oceanfront balcony
Bedroom 4 - Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 - Queen Bed
Full Bath

*Graco Pack 'n Play and booster seat available

Property manager

Melissa & Mike Wilson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

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
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 fire extinguisher and 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! to the airport?

This vacation home is 36.6 mi (56-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! to the beach?

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

Does Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Summer Salt - OCEANFRONT FUN WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS! to downtown Oak Island?

This vacation home is 1.5 mi away from Oak Island.

Summer Salt - DISCOUNTED RATES on remaining Summer '25 weeks! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness

shark bite

excellent
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super responsive hosts!

Responsive hosts when we had questions. We had a minor faucet issue and the hosts immediately called in a great handyman to take care of the issue. This is a well cared for property in a perfectly glorious spot of Oak Island! I loved the stocked kitchen, spacious bedrooms and light-filled living room /main room.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach heaven!

My family loved their stay at “Summer Salt”! We loved being SO close to the beach. Even my elderly father was able to make it to the water to sit and cool his feet. The stairs to the top level are a little tricky but didn’t bother us. Haag and sons fish market is great and we really enjoyed taking the Fisher island ferry for a day trip to the aquarium and into Wilmington.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

2024 Cunningham Family Vacation

We loved the week. Everything was perfect! The house was well stocked and very roomy for our family. We loved the porch and how close we were to the beach! We will definitely be back! The owners were very easy to reach with all my questions!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great proximity to beach

We loved the short walk to the sand. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hello

The place was clean and the access to the beach was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful, relaxing getaway!

So very helpful w any questions I had, more than accommodating and a lovely beach home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness

College Girlfriends Trip

What a great place to stay! So incredibly close to the water, great deck and perfect views. The kitchen was fully stocked with just about anything you could need and came with a decent amount of spices - the most that I've ever experienced with a rental. Summer Salt was great for our group. I will say the stairs aren't for everyone but the space totally worked for us. I cannot tell you how incredible it was to work with Melissa, the property owner. So incredibly welcoming, kind, and prompt with answering questions about the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Salt BeachHouse

It was a great house except for the staircase. The staircase was a little challenging. You really had to be careful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would absolutely stay again!

We had a week long family stay here and would definitely stay again. Location is perfection. You are just steps from the beach. The porch is good size, we were even able to put a kiddie pool on the deck for when the kids (and adults got tired of the waves). The kitchen is well stocked meaning any size pot or pan or casserole dish you could possibly want. They even had a blender! The inside stairs are a bit tight for the huge suitcases so would recommend bringing a strong person or a reasonably sized bag (I of course over packed). Baby gates work well and lock…much appreciated. My husband likes to sleep in an ice box so he was a bit warm sleeping but they do provide an extra large stand up fan that you can move from room to room if needed. We also were there during a heat advisory…so kinda like…what do you expect at the beach in august!?! A truly great stay with very responsive hosts! We are most grateful and would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer vacation

“I had a wonderful experience and I would highly recommend this house. Great beach access and very family friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location.

The owners were very accommodating to our requests and stayed in touch with us. Location is great. Deck is big. Very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation

Beautiful home, couldn’t ask for a better place to go on vacation with my family. Owner was very responsive and the post describing the house was very accurate. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Brice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

First trip to Oak Island

Great location & views. Loved the beach access. House had plenty of room for my family of ten.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful beach house

The house is beautiful and very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances and utensils. A brand new fridge arrived the day we checked in which was nice. It was nice having 2 fridges to stock items. We appreciated the short walk to the beach when hauling all of our beach chairs, toys, etc. The back porch has wonderful views of the ocean and plenty of rocking chairs for all 6 adults on our trip. We had two small issues that we mentioned to the owners and they were very quick to respond and get the issues resolved promptly. These issues did not affect our stay (one a leaky outdoor shower) and more so we mentioned so the owners wouldn’t have a large water bill. One thing to note is the stairs could be difficult for older individuals or individuals with mobility issues. Overall are stay was wonderful and we could have not asked for better owners to work with. Thank you Melissa and Mike!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house great location

House was beautiful and location couldn’t be more Perfect. I don’t want to seem too overly detailed as I’m satisfied with my stay but I wanted to mention a couple things: There’s a spiral staircase which can make carrying luggage hard. The bedrooms do not have outlets or nightstands on both sides of the beds and luckily I thought to bring power strips with long cords that worked for my CPAP. In and out was easy and owners checked in via messaging to make sure everything was okay. Please note there are no thick shades in any room and the curtains are see-through so the main bedroom on the first floor with sliding doors was a bit awkward for changing clothes in as you could see right into the bedroom from the deck. None of this would prevent us from staying here again but I think it’s nice things to know ahead of time. We really enjoyed the place. Don’t hesitate to rent it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home base at Oak Island

The standout features of this house are the prime beach placement (you walk straight from the deck onto a private beach access path - you don't have to walk up or down the beach to cross the dunes like you do in many places along Beach Drive) and the deck (one of the few beachfront decks with covered areas). Beds were comfortable and house was thoughtfully stocked. Furniture was comfortable and the open living area on the first floor was great too. We noticed some housekeeping issues inside (a little bit of sand on the floors) and the outdoor furniture and windows all needed cleaning the first day, but the hosts were so warm and friendly that we were happy to do that little bit of work for ourselves. The kitchen is a little tight for families that are expecting to cook regularly in the house, particularly if that would be a group activity (but why wouldn't you go to the great seafood restaurants on the island and in neighboring Southport?). The staircases and upstairs landing railing are both designed for adults who are quite sure of their footing: I wouldn't want to plan on children younger than about 8 using the stairs on their own. Overall, we really enjoyed the property and it would be at the top of our list for a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

HIlary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning views, lovely little house!

Lovely home and the owners are wonderful to chat with! Very responsive and just the kind of folks you want to find to rent from on VRBO. Highly recommend! You won't be sorry if you rent this house. The good: OCEANfront. Really ON the ocean. Wonderful views and fabulous, large, covered deck for enjoying the beach view and ocean air. Main living areas are modern and tastefully decorated, with comfortable furniture. The kitchen is modern and fully stocked with just about everything you could want, including really cute dishes. Every room in the house is light and airy feeling. The bad: actually there isn’t anything bad about the house, but a little caveat emptor: this a great little house, emphasis on the little. If you are coming with a bunch of people that enjoy each other’s company this is a wonderful place! The bedrooms are comfortable but not spaced apart by much, and the 2 bathrooms are small with little storage space for the amount of people that the house will hold. Not a negative, just a heads-up. Again, the house was very comfortable, the owners were great to work with, and the location was the best! I wouldn’t hesitate to rent this home again or recommend it to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lenee J.

Liked: Cleanliness

GREAT PLACE - GREAT OWNERS

GREAT location and GREAT owners! Accommodated us at the last and I do mean LAST minuet. Had a great time. Would stay hear again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful beach front stay

We had a wonderful time. Owners were responsive and came out quickly to help with an issue we had, even gave us an ice cream gift card for the inconvenience. Very good fit for 2 families with kids. Only two things I'd mention: baby gates didn't reach to block the spiral staircase so we put a chair in the way for our 1 year old, listing says 3 bathrooms but one is just a shower downstairs without a toilet or sink. We will be back, had a great time and being on the beach made the trip with kids way easier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay very much

Quick and easy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Spiro D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the location. Beautiful house, needs proper gate at spiral staircase for small child safety

Love the location and beautiful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Overall a very nice place. Owners are super responsive and very pleasant to deal with. Bathrooms could use a little upgrade, has a tricky staircase for older people. One thing I would point out is bring your own bath towels and wash cloths. Usually linens provided means they are provided. Only sheets in this case. Not a big deal. Overall very nice place, we would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

We really enjoyed our stay here. We loved the location. Loved being directly on the beach. The deck was big enough and closed in for the kids to play on. We did have to put the baby gates up on the upstairs and downstairs but they provided the gates for us. Overall we had an excellent stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022