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Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing

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Nothing like Relaxing in the Cabana swing...New beach with soft sand
Guest photo taken 7/9/21
Living room pic taken from Dining area
Screened porch
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing

Located in the Middleton Park area

2025 Recent Updates and Newly added: larger oceanfront deck and new carpet has been installed. There is a small 2 or 3 inch step up as you enter into the dining/kitchen and main areas of the house from the sun porch. It used to be more noticeable so I just want to make you aware of it as a precaution.
New Grill, New screened porch seating and New picnic table located at the grill, New beach chairs and Adirondack chairs.

Po Boy Vintage Oceanfront owner managed Beach House where great memories have been made by our family and our rental guests .
*** Sorry No Pets Allowed***
Our oceanfront deck brings you ***Closer to the ocean** than any other house.
The deck is only 72 feet from the ocean and this house has its own direct beach walking path leading straight to the ocean.
OTHER AMENITIES:
ENJOY SUNRISE, SUNSET OR ANYTIME IN THE OCEANFRONT GAZEBO WITH PORCH SWING.
THE SCREENED PORCH IS ANOTHER GREAT PLACE TO ENJOY, HAVE BREAKFAST OR TO TAKE A BREAK FROM THE HEAT.
THE LARGE DECK IS GREAT FOR TANNING OR RELAXING.
AFTER A DAY ON THE BEACH ENJOY THE RECENTLY INSTALLED OCEANFRONT OUTDOOR ENCLOSED SHOWER WITH HOT AND COLD WATER.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE SURROUNDINGS, THERE IS A LOT TO EXPLORE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE:
THE LARGEST PIER ON THE ISLAND IS WITHIN A 1 MILE WALK FROM THE HOUSE ON THE OCEAN SIDE.
TAKE A SHORT WALK DOWN THE ROAD AND ACROSS THE STREET TO THE BASKETBALL COURTS, PLAYGROUND, SOCCER FIELD, T-SHIRT SHOP, DAVIS CANAL, THE PEPPERONI GRILL RESTAURANT AND MUCH MORE.

*******A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MANY REPEAT RENTERS*********

NO HIGH RISE HOTELS
USA TODAY VOTED OAK ISLAND
'BEST BEACH IN NC'

BEACH RUNS EAST TO WEST SO YOU CAN WATCH SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SUNRISES AND SUNSETS!
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PO BOY OCEANFRONT ONE LEVEL COTTAGE FEATURES:

COMFORTABLE BEDS

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM CABINETRY IN THE KITCHEN.

ALL BEDROOMS HAVE 32' FLAT SCREEN SMART TV's AND LIVING ROOM HAS A LARGE FLAT SCREEN TV.

WIRELESS INTERNET - PASSWORD PROTECTED
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Located in the Middleton Park area within walking distance to Beach Diner, ice Cream shop, T-shirt/souvenir beach shop, skate board park, Tennis courts, soccer/ball field and new playground.

Rent the Po Boy in Oak Island, NC. It’s relaxing, enjoyable, fun, and affordable!! It is the perfect getaway for families and couples of all ages.

This house is privately owned and managed. We treat our
guests like we like to be treated.

***THIS HOUSE IS RATED, YEAR AFTER YEAR, ONE OF THE BEST HOUSES ON THE BEACH BY OUR REPEAT GUESTS!***

Purchase Cancellation Protection Coverage through
VRBO to provide peace of mind that if plans are complicated by the unexpected, your financial losses could be protected.
Keywords: OCEANFRONT, OLDER VINTAGE BEACH HOUSE WITH RUSTIC CHARM, gazebo swing, direct beach access and large screened porch.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Oak Island

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Holden Beach - 34 min drive - 48.6 km
  • Wrightsville Beach - 60 min drive - 86.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪oak island deli & pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing?

As of 21 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing on 28 May 2026 start from NZ$820, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oak Island, NC-oceanfront, screened porch & gazebo w/swing located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach holiday home is steps from Caswell Beach and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Ocean Crest Pier. Bay Beach and Oak Island Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 144 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The swing was lovely. It was a cool weekend and we didn’t get to enjoy it. The house was great and was a perfect location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad and Natalie V.

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

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay, it was perfect for our family of 4. Loved the location!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vadim T.

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

Great stay on the beach

Very close to the beach for the relaxing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy H.

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

Great location

House was great, windows could use a good cleaning so you can see out, deck & swing great, new beach chairs was nice, grill works could use a new 1. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2025
Just added after this guests stay: (See pictures) New grill New picnic table in grilling area New seating in screened porch Windows are clean
Verified

8/10 Good

Mitchell S.

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

Great place to stay

Clean house, great location, can’t beat sitting on the gazebo swing every evening as the sun goes down.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana L.

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

Older home, great location!

Enjoyed the gazebo with swing! Great location with easy access to the beach. There were a few things that could be improved with the home, which we shared with the owner who responded positively.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy J.

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

Great cottage

Lovely beach cottage in the best location. Hope to come back for a longer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

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

Summer Trip with Kids

This is a great location for traveling with kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwenne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My sisters & I enjoyed this property in late May. Weather was terrific. Location of property & its proximity to restaurants, ice cream shops &groceries is fantastic. There is a Farmer's Market & Craft Fair every Monday at a nearby park. Make sure to check it out.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Awesome stay

Me and my family had a blast. Home is perfect for those with children.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Vacation house

It was nice, and did not have to walk very far to the ocean
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Great Place - Great Location

We have been to the Po Boy a couple times now and it is great for our family! You can't beat the ocean front views and it has everything you need. Plus you are so close to great dining and activities in Southport.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Such a pleasure to have this wonderful family as repeat renters!!! Look forward to having you back again for your future reserved dates!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Great beach getaway

The house was perfect for what we were looking for. Oceanfront, very clean and a t.v. in every bedroom. It is also steps away from a grill which made grabbing food easy. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

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

Time away from everything

Absolutely wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Steps to the beach

Great beach house, location is perfect! Kids loved how close we were to the beach and the swing on the deck was so relaxing. Very close drive to the grocery store and shops. Everyone slept great, and house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Sweet house with perfect sunset views

My husband and I adore this sweet house. We have stayed here multiple times since 2008. It is a perfect location with the best sunset views. Always easy to communicate and always clean! We will continue to be return guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shelley J.

Po boy beach house

This was such a great place. Right on the beach and real close to stores and restaurants. I would recommend this place. I hope to come back again. Thank you Renee for sharing your place with us.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
It is a pleasure to have such wonderful guests! Hope you can come back soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tina K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Anonymous

The swing was my favorite part
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
This is a guest is a trouble maker who gets into fights with people on the beach and gives the reason for her 3 star review as it wasn't her favorite area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

A Great Escape!

A true gem! We loved our mini-vacation at PoBoy. The house is a very well maintained and we had everything needed in the home. Nice televisions and comfortable beds too . I absolutely loved the porch swing that faces the ocean. The owner was very responsive. This will be the place I request every time I visit Oak Island.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Great review!!! Thanks so much! Look forward to hearing from you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great weekend!

We were in Oak Island to watch our son run the marathon and his fiancée run the 5k. It was a great weekend.The only thing I could say was a slight negative to the house were the stairs going into the house. There was only a partial handrail on one side. They should add the rest of the handrail. Other than that it was great! I wish it had been warmer to be on the beach. It’s a nice cozy place. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Making final memories

My sister and I brought my mom here for a short stay! She has stage IV ovarian cancer and is very week but it was perfect for her to get to the swing and see and hear the ocean! It was warm/stuffy when we got there, text the owner and they turned the ac on…next day wasn’t as warm and I text because mom was cold and they turned the heat back on! It was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Prefect for small family with kids

One Grand parent with two daughters and their children (7,5,& a 7month old baby) and a son in law. Was just the right size for that combination. Loved the easy access to the beach and the deck. The gazebo was the selling point for granddad. Only criticism is the lights and outlet for parking wasn’t working. And our key code stopped working on Friday, but I don’t know if one of the children did something wrong to cause that. Would also suggest lighting for the outside shower area as well. Love an outside shower! The water spigot at the back porch was awesome and so convenient! Bravo on that.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lois C.

Mrs. C

I just spent a wonderful vacation at the po boy!!! I arrived to find this charming beach house spotlessly clean!! After traveling a long distance I cannot tell you how delighted I was!!! I was thrilled at the location on the beach!! You have expansive views of oak island from the screened in porch and gazebo!!! I found both of these amenities very useful!!! I found the kitchen well stocked and very easy to work in!, I am retired so I was able to stay for a few weeks and my grandchildren and family members who visited me are still talking about what a great beach house and wonderful time they had!!! The bedrooms are great with one having a queen and a twin and one havin two twin beds and then the master with its connecting bath was just so convenient with room for 3 generations easily!!!! I am a beach lover and no longer live close to a beach and the po boy is just a wonderful spot!!! I plan on returning annually!! The owner Renee, was a absolute delight to work with!!! I cannot wait until my 2017 visit!!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank You!!! I am thrilled to have such a wonderful review!! It was such a pleasure to have you visit the Po Boy and have you reserve for next year already!!
Verified

4/10 Poor

David S.

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

Disappointment

Property location is awesome, property and facilities however were disappointing. I texted contact person with why along with photos and no response to date from back on Tuesday, 3 days ago. When booked, I went off the 4.8 star rating I saw but did not read actual prior reviews, if I had the one from 2021 still holds for today. My guess, based on my experience is that property owners don't take reviews seriously as I found the state of this property as she described, but with 2 years more of physical deterioration. Luckily we were not planning a lot of time indoors and the weather helped make that a reality, otherwise what turned out to be an ok trip would have been rather unenjoyable. My advice, renter beware.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2024
Yes, this is an awesome house and location as the majority of my review ratings are 10 stars. No, this renter didn't send me photos nor was I notified about any complaints during this renters stay, as is required and outlined in the house rules and rental contract. For this reason it was assumed he had a perfect stay, It was 3 days after check-out when this renter sent a few photos of debris in the yard and a broken towel bar which he broke, he didn't give a name so I didn't know who he was or when he stayed. When I asked why he didn't follow the contract guidelines or the house rules requiring him to report any issues that he had, he simply retaliated and left a 2 star review and didn't even give specifics of anything that didn't meet his satisfaction in this review. Very unusual for a guest to give this kind of review so I headed straight to the house to make sure there weren't damages from this person. There was nothing wrong except for the towel bar and a few palm leaves that had fallen off. I am always available so please be sure to contact me during your stay if you need to report an issue. I'm not sure why this renter said there was no response. It is a shame that he didn't follow the procedures that are in place, not only for himself but to make sure everything is in order for the next person who is checking in.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roshan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location but not worth the price

This is all in the context of paying over $700 per night for this house. The house location is great - right on the beach and very close to the park. However, the house upkeep/maintenance was poor overall and not in keeping with the charged price. Some things were frankly not safe for children: the door frames/wood trim in the house were broken with pieces sticking out, there were several wood rail sections on the deck that were not secure. There was mildew on the shower curtains. There was also just too much furniture where we found it cramped with just 3 adults and 1 baby. All of these issues could be resolved with simple upkeep and maintenance. I’m actually really surprised that these issues did not come up in previous reviews. We essentially never give negative reviews but we felt compelled to share our experience. We were very surprised given the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2021
This house has a 107 reviews that speak for themselves. We (the owners) came behind this guest as we do often to do extra cleaning and maintenance to the house. The things mentioned in the review are simply not true and the guest didn't follow house rules or check-out procedures.

About the host

Hosted by Rentalsbythewater

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We love the gazebo overlooking the ocean, surfing the waves and looking for sea shells with our family. This beach has a family atmosphere, isn't over commercialized and there are many fun filled activities close by.

Why they chose this property

Our family has loved the location of this quiet little piece of paradise for the past 40 years. It is close enough to the hustle and bustle of Myrtle Beach but far enough away to be a truly perfect vacation destination. The convenience of being able to walk to restaurants,shops and middleton park makes the Po Boy a winner with the family!

What makes this property unique

Surf fishing, sea shell hunting, walks to the pier, shops and skate board park, visiting the Blue Water Point Marina and Historic Southport and watching Dolphins swim.

The Southport - Oak Island area is home to the largest Fourth of July Festival in North Carolina. Southport is the only area incorporated as the NC 4th of July Festival. A whole week of activities consisting of arts and crafts, street dancing, lots of fun and a grand parade precedes an evening of fireworks to end the festivities. Please contact the Southport - Oak Island Chamber of Commerce for more scheduling of events.

Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament held in October.
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
The Granddad of king mackerel fishing tournaments. Over $100,000 in prizes. Guaranteed Prize structure. Entertainment, Food, Fishing Tournament. Fee Charged to enter. Spectators Free. Food,Beverages & Entertainment Saturday. Public welcome. Southport Marina.

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