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

Cottage in Oak Island with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41212 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

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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

Cottage in Oak Island with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Angela

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,212 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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed on premises.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Southport Marina - 16 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Lazy Turtle - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Duffer's Pub & Grille - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Adorable Cottage By the Sea - Ocean View - 1/2 Block Walk to Beach - Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Cottage By the Sea - Ocean View - 1/2 Block Walk to Beach - Fenced Yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Located in Long Beach, this cottage is steps from Caswell Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse and Ocean Crest Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie H.

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

Great vacation

Wonderful property, exactly as pictured. Had everything we needed ! Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris S.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Cindy B.

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

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

Jennifer S.

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

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

Denise M.

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

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

Sondra V.

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

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

Doris C., FAYETTEVILLE

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

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

Donna A.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine O.

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

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

8/10 Good

Ron T.

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

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

Verified traveller

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

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

tammy p.

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

Excellent!!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

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

William A.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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