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Adorable Cottage By the Sea - Ocean View - 1/2 Block Walk to Beach - Fenced Yard

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4113 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adorable Cottage By the Sea - Ocean View - 1/2 Block Walk to Beach - Fenced Yard

We’d love for your happy beach memories to be made here at our cottage by the sea, The Whimsy Whale.

Our island cottage is perfectly placed under a canopy of magnificent live oaks, just steps away from the ocean. Nestled on a quiet beach access street, central to all the best attractions, shopping and eateries on Oak Island; close to nearby Southport. Public sidewalks along E Oak Island Drive make it easy to walk or bike to your favorite spots.

Our classic cottage has been recently renovated and cheerfully decorated. With 1212 square feet and an open floor plan, there is plenty of space for you to comfortably relax. There are two living/entertaining areas in the home, both centrally connected through the galley kitchen. Two bedrooms provide enough sleeping arrangements for 4 guests. The master bedroom offers a queen bed, television and private en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom offers two twin beds (one is a trundle with an extra memory foam topper). Two full bathrooms with walk-in showers. Linens are provided (sheets, towels/washcloths) along with shampoo and soap. A full-size washer and dryer is available just off the master bedroom.

If you decide to cook in during your stay, the kitchen has all the essentials you’ll need - refrigerator, oven, microwave dishwasher, pots/pans, utensils, coffee pot, dishes. A roll of paper towels will be provided, along with dish soap and detergent.

Cable TV, wi-fi, bluetooth speaker along with some games, books and puzzles are available for your enjoyment.

The spacious fully-fenced backyard with hammock and outdoor seating offers the perfect place to relax while children and pets safely play. A deck off the side of the cottage faces the ocean - an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee, enjoy dinner off the grill, or watch the sun set while listening to the relaxing sounds of the nearby ocean. A private, outdoor shower is available. Driveway parking available.

The Whimsy Whale cottage is family owned and operated. It is one of our favorite places to spend time together and we look forward to sharing it with you, your loved ones and friends.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Caswell Beach. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Caswell Beach and a 5-minute drive from Oak Island Golf Club
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Oak Island cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Angela

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed on premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Fishing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 1212 sq ft (113 sq m)

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee $100. for 1 dog; extra $50. for 2nd dog

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Family-friendly cottage, fenced backyard

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit, 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Adorable Cottage By the Sea - Ocean View - 1/2 Block Walk to Beach - Fenced Yard Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Cottage
Just lovr d everything about our stay ! Such a cute and comfortable cottage. Loved the backyard to play with our golden ! Beach was right down the street. We didn’t want to leave ! Will be back next year !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great location. Decorated well and comfortable ! Our 2nd stay here and will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oak Island Vacation 2024
Great property, well maintained and nicely decorated. Very relaxing and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tammy p.

Excellent!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW!!
Believe the pictures, descriptions and all the other reviews. This is one of the very best vacation rentals I have stayed at - Angela thinks of everything to keep her guests comfy. Even though the cottage would be lovely if you bring a dog, we didn't and you could not tell at all that doggies had been there - so no concern about it being pet friendly. One of the highlights we enjoyed the most was the lovely furnished deck under the oak trees - you could feel the ocean breezes!! Just a perfect welcoming cottage in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great place, super cute, and so close to the beach as well as grocery store and restaurants. Quiet neighborhood. Appreciated the fenced-in yard so my dog could hang out with us outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and adorable cottage
This was our second time in 2023 we stayed at the cottage. Owner is super easy to work with and most of all it is always so clean. Fenced in back yard is perfect for our two golden retrievers- and you can hear and see the ocean from the yard. Hope to return again in 2024.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ron T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Vacation
Great location, really enjoyed oaks and backyard. Had to ride out a Hurricane but that’s Mother Nature! Good trip
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Whismy Whale is in a great location. Direct beach access and close to restaurants. The backyard is amazing! We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a week at the beach
This is a totally charming cottage in a great location! Loved having more than one living area and the decor was cute and well thought out. Everything was very clean, and house rules were reasonable. Appreciated having some backyard space for the dog. This cottage is a block from public beach access so could not be better located. Great value for the cost.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sondra V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing at the Whimsey Whale
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay in The Whimsey Whale Cottage for a week. It was a 3 to 4 minute easy walk to the beach with no busy road to cross (done that before!) The neighborhood is so quiet and the cottage sits in such a pretty place behind the trees. I loved all the pretty colors inside and the layout was great.We would like to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cottage
The cottage was just awesome. SUPER CLEAN and all the amenities a person could need. Host is great to work with and responds quickly with answers to any questions. My two Golden Retrievers just loved the back yard - and super handy to just open the back door and let them do their business. Very quiet neighborhood and only a 2 minute walk to ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris C., FAYETTEVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Stay
Welcoming, tasteful, and fun. Amenities well thought-out. Clean. Relaxing. Owner communicates and responsive. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will stay again
Very charming cottage. Close to beach. Dog loved fenced in backyard
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage with short walk to the beach
This house was perfect for our family of three and two pups. The fenced in yard was wonderful for the dogs and the humans loved all of the attention to detail on the inside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

kelley c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home
Our family, and pup, thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The shady, fenced yard is huge and our dog loved not having to be on a leash for potty time while on vacation. The living area was more than comfy for our family of four and we had everything we needed for a comfy stay. Super quick walk to the beach and pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lilian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return Stay
The house is bright and happy! We love this house at the most dog friendly beach because of its proximity, fenced in back yard, and comfort. We are so glad to know about this gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage by the beach
The whimsy whale was ideal for our stay. The house is simply cozy and beautifully furnished. It is equipped with everything you could think of or need. House has large back yard that is fenced in and shaded by several large trees, our dogs loved the yard especially the shade. The backyard comes with very nice outdoor shower which makes coming in from the beach so efficient and convenient. The house is very short walk to beach (house has a beach cart as well as chairs and towels), Neighborhood is nice and quiet. We hope to return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home filled with all you could need. The location is excellent.
Excellent. We plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Macy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best House Ever!
This is our second stay at the Whimsy Whale, and we are already planning our third trip. This house is perfect! It has everything a family needs to enjoy Oak Island along with a furry friend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Perfect for a couples getaway just a short walk to a great beach access. House was immaculate and beautifully decorated. Enjoyed porch sitting and fenced yard was great for our pooch. Will definitely stay again 🏖
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garland w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Storybook Cottage
This is the most charming and delightful cottage in the area! The newer homes are meant for renting but The Whimsy Whale was like staying at someone's home - we felt welcome even though we were the only ones there. It is decorated in a really fun and relaxing way. Every detail from the coffee being available to the cute sheets made our stay so lovely. It is truly a 2 minute walk to the beach and we could hear the waves from the porch. Thank you Angela for a perfect stay for our Thanksgiving...we hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage - quaint and homey!
Lovely cottage in quiet neighborhood. The owner is so engaged and helpful. Really a wonderful and relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best getaway in a while!
This property was beautiful in the pictures but beyond words upon arrival. From the welcome board that we saw as soon as we walked in to all of the provisions given to us. Needless to say the fenced in back yard was a definite thumbs up from our pooches! We did not want to leave and are looking forward to booking another vacation at the Whimsy Whale!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unit has been well kept and is convenient to a lot of amenities.
Enjoyed our stay in Oak Island and house is in a nice quiet neighborhood.