Entire home

“The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway

Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly

Explore the area

Map
Oak Island, NC
  • Popular LocationOcean Crest Pier7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOak Island Golf Club7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOak Island Lighthouse10 min drive
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)51 min drive

Room options

About the neighborhood

Oak Island

Seaside stay .A stay at this Long Beach vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Caswell Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 10 min walk
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt 64 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪49th Street Grill, Bar, & Patio - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

“The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway

“The Almost” is a bright and comfy house with every amenity from the kitchen to the yard. Relax and enjoy the beach, just a six minute walk. Then relax on the screened porch for dinner. The backyard is fully fenced to keep the dogs safe. Everything is here from the grill to the towels. Bring your toothbrush, shampoo, and come enjoy.

There are beach chairs, beach tent, fishing gear, boogie boards, coolers and many other items for your use in the shed. There is a private outdoor shower to get the sand off. There are usually two to five bikes in the shed. There are games, cards, guitar, and TV's in all the bedrooms and living room. All televisions have access to regular channels and streaming services. There is a wire dog kennel and baby gate for your use. There is a propane grill and charcoal grill.

Everything, and I mean everything, is a short walk away in this quiet neighborhood. There are restaurants, bars, grocery store, ice cream, liquor store, fishing pier, boat ramp, and of course THE BEACH.

There is no cleaning, pet, or linen fee. We only ask that barking outside is kept down when the pooches are outside.

Property manager

Craig t Boggs

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway to the airport?

This vacation home is 37 mi (52-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 10-minute walk from Caswell Beach and 5.7 mi (12-min drive) from Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is “The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway to downtown Oak Island?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Oak Island.

“The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 104 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 104 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 104 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan C., Charlotte, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
My family and I come to OKI multiple times a year, and this is by far our preferred rental!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
It has everything you'd ever need for a stay at the beach. Multiple grills, a shed full of beach gear, a fully stocked kitchen. They even have a ton of consumables for you to use like sunscreen, soaps, etc. It's a 12 minute walk to the beach, but that's nothing considering it would probably take like 2 hours to find a parking spot near the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Escspe
I have stayed in several VRBO over the course of years, however I found this rental to be above the call of duty as far as what was offered. We really enjoyed our stay we would definitely rent this unit again can’t say enough positive things about it and the host.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hideaway close to everything in Oak Island
I stayed here with my mom and my dog. It's a nice, roomy location tucked away behind some trees - close to the beach, but also with a lot of privacy for downtime in the morning and evening. It had everything required for humans and canines!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F., Sparta

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Oak Island getaway!
We visit Southport just about every year and wanted to stay at Oak Island for once. We certainly were not disappointed. The house is very well appointed which was important for us as we did fly in and packed lightly. It was even nicer in person. Although we did not cook as much as we thought there was certainly everything you could think of in the kitchen. The house was immaculately clean! Their welcome book had a lot of great tips on restaurants and where to go. We appreciated the access to the bikes, and enjoyed taking the bikes out around the island. Although we didn’t use them, there were also beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, fishing poles, and everything you could need for a beach excursion. We really enjoyed the beachfront park and even hopped in on some Open play Pickleball - this was very close to the house . The host was very responsive as well! We would love to bring our family and our dog back to enjoy this great home. We appreciate the hosts of “The Almost” sharing their home. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed
The Almost was a great choice for our stay. The dogs loved the fenced yard. Appreciated the kind vibes throughout.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxine Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wish we could have stayed longer!
This property was perfect for us. The home was immaculate, nicely decorated, and wonderfully equipped. The fenced in yard was perfect for our two boxers. Restaurants, the beach, and groceries were all close. The only bad thing about our stay was that we had to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house to bring the pups!
We really loved this property wish we could have stayed longer. The yard was clean and safe to let the dogs run about. Having the bikes to ride was really nice, and a good way to get around the paying to park at the beach, it’s just a short ride up the road. Publix and other shopping very close by. Plenty of games to play when in the house for the evening. We will definitely try and stay here again if we are back in the area, we couldn’t have been happier!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful
This property is one of the best vrbo that we have stayed at..when i say they thought of everything it is an understatement..they truly covered all bases..we hope to return in the near future..also property was very pet friendly..my boxer also loved it..dont miss out on this gem
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rob
Just as advertised. We really enjoyed our stay. The house has everything you need and is an easy walk to the beach. We were looking for a beach community to enjoy with our dog and Oak Island is definitely one. The Almost made it even better.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2024