Beachfront vacation rentals in Intracoastal Waterway

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Guest suite in Oak Island

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

Salty Air Retreat

Quaint, bright and cozy lower level apartment. All basic amenities are included, as well as towels, linens and dishware. Located on a quiet dead end street. Short 10 minute walk to the beach over the Davis Canal. Private entrance with access to fenced in back yard with firepit, hammock. After a day at the beach you can rinse off in the private, enclosed outdoor shower. Enjoy your fresh catch of the day on the outdoor grill, and enjoy it outside if you like at the cozy outdoor dining nook.

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Cottage in Oak Island

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

Cozy Rustic OCEAN FRONT Cottage

Enjoy this old-school cottage with knotty pine walls. Pet friendly. Deck seating, gorgeous sunrise/sunset views. Walk directly to beach. Half mile walk to pier. Spacious open living area. Large dining table for games and puzzles. 3 BR (2 full, 4 twin). 1 Full bath, one half bath. During the season rents by the week with SUNDAY CHECK-IN only. -Check in ANY DAY during the off season and stay for as little as three days. Pets allowed with pet fee. Please provide your linens (sheets and towels)

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Cottage in Oak Island

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Whimsy Whale Cottage, Oceanview, 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 attractions in Southport too. 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.

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Home in Oak Island

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

Oak Island Beach House #2

Enjoy a perfect oceanfront family getaway on Oak Island's West Beach. This 2nd level unit of our beach house has separate entrance, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and sleeps six guests. The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, utensils, full size fridge, microwave, stove/oven, and dishwasher. Enjoy sunrises and sunsets on the huge deck watching the waves and the occasional dolphins. If your dates are not available, please check out our 1st level unit availability at www.airbnb.com/h/oki1

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Home in Oak Island

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Beachfront-Oak Island Memories Oceanfront

Take a break & unwind at this peaceful oasis. Come relax under the covered deck & hear the ocean breeze! Direct beach front vacation home, just steps from the ocean. With enough space to sleep 9 this beachfront cottage offers beach interior & has recently been completely renovated new flooring, cabinetry, quartz countertops, all new beds and bedding. Whether you're in town to fish off the coast or soak up the North Carolina sun on scenic Oak Island, you can't beat this updated beach getaway!

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Condo in Ocean Isle Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Oceanfront Duplex~ linens included!

2 bdrm, 2 1/2 bth oceanfront duplex with 3 pools and tennis courts! Bed and Bath linens included! Private driveway for Golf cart rental permitted. Sorry, strict no pet policy. Sat -Sat weekly rentals in summer season. PLEASE NOTE: All three pools are for our guests to use and are maintained thru the HOA and we do not have any control over exactly when they open (Usually April 1st ) or if any of them closes for any reason. No refunds will be given if any of the pools are closed temporarily.

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Home in Holden Beach

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Egret ~ Beachfront Cottage (pet-Friendly)

Original beachfront cottage on Holden Beach, just steps from the sand and water. Enjoy the dolphins and shorebirds from the rockers on the covered porch. Cozy studio has been completely renovated with thoughtful amenities. Enjoy the fully stocked kitchen including coffee, condiments, spices, and premium cookware. No stairs to climb, level walkway, and a fully fenced yard are ideal for children, pets (fee applies), and older guests. Lots of amenities and beach equipment are provided.

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Home in Holden Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Three Happy Crabs

Family friendly, pet friendly with fee, hot tub, brand new in 2023! Welcome to Three Happy Crabs! Our wonderful house is just a 4 minute walk to get your toes in the sand! Enjoy relaxing on the spacious front or back decks while enjoying the ocean breeze or a view of the boats floating by on the Intercoastal Waterway. Partial ocean view from the front deck. Holden Beach is a Sea Turtle Sanctuary and is ranked one of the best Family Beaches in the US.

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Guesthouse in Oak Island

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 256 reviews

Pelican's Perch, Oak Island, NC

Welcome to our Guesthouse...2-Minute Walk to Ocean / Direct Beach Access. Cozy house with charming furnishings. Full service kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, stove, K-Cup coffee maker and toaster, queen bed and comfy furniture in the living room. Bath w tub/shower. Flat screen TV - YouTube TV/WiFi included. Outside shower for your use while you are visiting with us. Private deck to grill your food. Close to shopping and restaurants. 2 person maximum!

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Cottage in Wilmington

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

Island hopping & fishing around Masonboro Island

Fall/winter fishing at its best! Pick your adventure in this 1-of-a-kind cottage on the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve. Get your SUP or kayak ‘on’ and in just a 300m paddle (5 min) you can be lounging on one of the dozens of secluded tiny islands off our dock. Make the ~20 min paddle to experience the unspoilt beauty of Masonboro Island’s pristine, 9 mile white sand beach. Or chill on the dock and take in the jaw dropping views with a glass of wine.

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Condo in Ocean Isle Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews

OIB~Oceanfront Condo 3 Bd/2Bath, linens included!

Oceanfront keyless entry condo with amazing full views off a spacious deck with a pool, and only steps to the beach. This beautifully decorated unit boosts a fully equipped kitchen with a large island, coffee bar, new bathrooms with luxury towels and ready made beds with Egyptian Cotton premium linens and bed quilts. Stackable washer/Dryer, living room has a 60 inch wall TV. Friday-Friday weekly rentals in summer season. Strict no pet policy.

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Home in Holden Beach

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Aqua Haven - Second Street from Beach Home

Everything you need to enjoy a relaxing trip at Holden Beach! 2-bed, 2-bath with a sleeper sofa in living room. Short walk to the beach! Fully equipped kitchen Linens provided Bath and Beach towels provided Hair dryer in bathrooms Boogie board/corn hole/beach chairs are available Wi-Fi for internet and streaming Starter supplies provided: 2 k-cups with sugar and cream Conditioning shampoo and conditioner Makeup wipes 2 bottles of water