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๐ The Wooden Whale: Prof-designed 3br 2ba Oak Island retreat! Sleeps 6 ๐
Family-friendly holiday home in Oak Island
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 139.4 sq m
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Explore the area

Oak Island, NC
- Place, Caswell Beachโช13 min walkโฌ
- Place, Ocean Crest Pierโช4 min driveโฌ
- Place, Oak Island Lighthouseโช17 min driveโฌ
- Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)โช54 min driveโฌ
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
King Room
1 King Bed
Queen Room
1 Queen Bed
Twin Room
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Guest bath
Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet
Master en suite
Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
๐ The Wooden Whale: Prof-designed 3br 2ba Oak Island retreat! Sleeps 6 ๐
The Wooden Whale is a 3br/2ba retreat nestled in the quiet NW area of relaxing OKI, and has all the amenities you need to find that place of respite. Comfortably accommodating up to six people (including children), we think youโll enjoy your stay at The Wooden Whale!
We take cleaning & sanitizing our home very seriously. Our expert cleaning crew abides by all industry standards and practices procedures endorsed by the CDC/WHO.
Enjoy quick access to one of just two bridges onto the island and beach access points. Two minute drive/10 minute walk to the ocean and an even shorter walk to the Intracoastal Waterway. Oak Island has a paid parking program that charges for the majority of public parking spaces along the beach from April 1 - September 30 between the hours of 9am-5pm. Paid parking passes are purchased at time of use through a mobile app at a rate of $5/hour, $20/day or $80/week. Town of Oak Island public parking spaces are clearly marked and are generally located at public beach access points and town-managed recreation areas such as Middletown Park. Pay by downloading the Surfcast by Otto Connect app and/or by scanning the QR code on parking signage.
The Wooden Whale is our home away from home. Weโve put a lot of time, energy and effort into making it a space that is welcoming, comfortable and well-appointed. The space has been professionally-designed and boasts an open floor plan with lots of natural light. Relax under the cooling breezes of ceiling fans (in each room), enjoy a cross-breeze from the full screen front door to the screened in porch off of the kitchen. High-end laminate flooring and ceramic tiled flooring in wet areas make clean up easy.
The living room boasts a 55โ smart TV with access to Netflix & Hulu (bring your login info!). The kitchen is packed full of dishes, cookware, small appliances and other essentials. We love to cook and have taken great care to include all the elements needed to create memorable meals. Curious to know if we have a particular item, just ask! There is a separate laundry room and common cleaning supplies available as well.
The Primary bedroom has a King bed, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom with double vanity & garden tub, dresser, bedside tables, quilt/coverlet, and pillows. The Queen bedroom has a Queen bed, dresser, bedside tables, quilt/coverlet, and pillows. The Twin bedroom has two twin beds, dresser, desk/bedside table, quilts/coverlets, and pillows. Both Guest bedrooms have close access to a hallway bath. Please note that sheet sets (including pillow cases) and bath towels are not provided. We are happy to recommend local rental services if you are interested. Our home comfortably accommodates up to six people (including children).
The screened in back porch is the perfect place to sip your morning coffee, read a book curled up on the sofa or in a hammock chair on a rainy day, or enjoy an evening beverage with friends and family. Just outside the porch, youโll find a patio complete with a dining table and chairs for six, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a fun day at the beach! Plus, enjoy a hammock for two in the spacious backyard! Outdoor games including cornhole and jenga are available for use as well. And don't forget the in-ground fire pit with accompanying six Adirondack chairs. Great for cooler evenings! A gas grill has been provided for guest use.
The real star of the island is the beach itself. It's a short distance by bike or car with over 60 public beach access points. No matter the time of the year, your time spent at the beach will be memorable. Our absolute favorite place in the world is โThe Pointโ โ the westernmost part of the Island where you can enjoy outstanding sunsets and calm waters.
We love the western part of the island. It's quiet but offers quick access to everything that makes OKI special. Take a left out of the driveway to reach the Intracoastal waterway - calm waters perfect for fishing. Take a right and arrive at the beach in less than 10 minutes (walking) or 2 (by car/bike)! Lots of lovely oaks adorn the island and the beaches, well, they speak for themselves.
The Wooden Whale is located very close to the Swain's Cut Bridge (the "new bridge"), one of two access points to the island. There are two grocery stores on the island (Food Lion and Publix on Oak Island Drive) in addition to Lowe's Foods located just across the Middleton bridge. The island is motor and pedestrian-friendly. Oak Island Drive has sidewalks that run it's length and the neighborhood streets are quiet and calm.
We have six beach chairs & umbrellas for you to use, and an excellent rental service to recommend if additional items are needed. Two lounge chairs are also available, although we ask you refrain from taking them to the beach - they are perfect for sunbathing at the house.
Sadly, no pets are allowed and smoking is strictly prohibited in the house. Please dispose of any cigarette butts outside appropriately. Evidence of neglect in this area will forfeit your security deposit.
We welcome you to our home and hope you love the Carolina blue skies as much as we do.
Learn more about The Wooden Whale & Oak Island on Instagram/Facebook! @woodenwhaleoki
We take cleaning & sanitizing our home very seriously. Our expert cleaning crew abides by all industry standards and practices procedures endorsed by the CDC/WHO.
Enjoy quick access to one of just two bridges onto the island and beach access points. Two minute drive/10 minute walk to the ocean and an even shorter walk to the Intracoastal Waterway. Oak Island has a paid parking program that charges for the majority of public parking spaces along the beach from April 1 - September 30 between the hours of 9am-5pm. Paid parking passes are purchased at time of use through a mobile app at a rate of $5/hour, $20/day or $80/week. Town of Oak Island public parking spaces are clearly marked and are generally located at public beach access points and town-managed recreation areas such as Middletown Park. Pay by downloading the Surfcast by Otto Connect app and/or by scanning the QR code on parking signage.
The Wooden Whale is our home away from home. Weโve put a lot of time, energy and effort into making it a space that is welcoming, comfortable and well-appointed. The space has been professionally-designed and boasts an open floor plan with lots of natural light. Relax under the cooling breezes of ceiling fans (in each room), enjoy a cross-breeze from the full screen front door to the screened in porch off of the kitchen. High-end laminate flooring and ceramic tiled flooring in wet areas make clean up easy.
The living room boasts a 55โ smart TV with access to Netflix & Hulu (bring your login info!). The kitchen is packed full of dishes, cookware, small appliances and other essentials. We love to cook and have taken great care to include all the elements needed to create memorable meals. Curious to know if we have a particular item, just ask! There is a separate laundry room and common cleaning supplies available as well.
The Primary bedroom has a King bed, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom with double vanity & garden tub, dresser, bedside tables, quilt/coverlet, and pillows. The Queen bedroom has a Queen bed, dresser, bedside tables, quilt/coverlet, and pillows. The Twin bedroom has two twin beds, dresser, desk/bedside table, quilts/coverlets, and pillows. Both Guest bedrooms have close access to a hallway bath. Please note that sheet sets (including pillow cases) and bath towels are not provided. We are happy to recommend local rental services if you are interested. Our home comfortably accommodates up to six people (including children).
The screened in back porch is the perfect place to sip your morning coffee, read a book curled up on the sofa or in a hammock chair on a rainy day, or enjoy an evening beverage with friends and family. Just outside the porch, youโll find a patio complete with a dining table and chairs for six, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a fun day at the beach! Plus, enjoy a hammock for two in the spacious backyard! Outdoor games including cornhole and jenga are available for use as well. And don't forget the in-ground fire pit with accompanying six Adirondack chairs. Great for cooler evenings! A gas grill has been provided for guest use.
The real star of the island is the beach itself. It's a short distance by bike or car with over 60 public beach access points. No matter the time of the year, your time spent at the beach will be memorable. Our absolute favorite place in the world is โThe Pointโ โ the westernmost part of the Island where you can enjoy outstanding sunsets and calm waters.
We love the western part of the island. It's quiet but offers quick access to everything that makes OKI special. Take a left out of the driveway to reach the Intracoastal waterway - calm waters perfect for fishing. Take a right and arrive at the beach in less than 10 minutes (walking) or 2 (by car/bike)! Lots of lovely oaks adorn the island and the beaches, well, they speak for themselves.
The Wooden Whale is located very close to the Swain's Cut Bridge (the "new bridge"), one of two access points to the island. There are two grocery stores on the island (Food Lion and Publix on Oak Island Drive) in addition to Lowe's Foods located just across the Middleton bridge. The island is motor and pedestrian-friendly. Oak Island Drive has sidewalks that run it's length and the neighborhood streets are quiet and calm.
We have six beach chairs & umbrellas for you to use, and an excellent rental service to recommend if additional items are needed. Two lounge chairs are also available, although we ask you refrain from taking them to the beach - they are perfect for sunbathing at the house.
Sadly, no pets are allowed and smoking is strictly prohibited in the house. Please dispose of any cigarette butts outside appropriately. Evidence of neglect in this area will forfeit your security deposit.
We welcome you to our home and hope you love the Carolina blue skies as much as we do.
Learn more about The Wooden Whale & Oak Island on Instagram/Facebook! @woodenwhaleoki
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0โ17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Oak Island
Located near 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 The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Oak Island, NC
What's nearby
- Caswell Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Ocean Crest Pier - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Members Club at St. James Plantation - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
- Oak Island Golf Club - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
- Oak Island Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- โชPaul's of Oak Island - โฌ6 min drive
- โชLonerider at Oak Island - โฌ12 min drive
- โชDairy Queen - โฌ6 min drive
- โชPepperoni Grill at the Beach - โฌ5 min drive
- โชPirates Deck - โฌ6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by David Byrd

Our introduction to Oak Island, NC happened by accident really. Although one of us is a North Carolina native (the other hailing from outside of Atlanta), neither one of us had ever been to OKI until we landed here during the summer of 2015. A planned trip to the Outer Banks fell through when we waited too long to book a rental weโd been eying for some time via Airbnb. Scrambling with a week-long vacation rapidly approaching, we expanded our search and found a charming rental at OKI. The rest is history.
Why they chose this property
What made us fall madly in love with the island is its simplicity. Thereโs no rush, no frenzy. โIsland timeโ really is a thing here. Weโve always been drawn to the water and in our work lives, we experience hectic schedules and a barrage of deadlines. Oak Island helps us slow down, enjoy the beauty that is coastal living and remember the important things.
We hope you, too, will come to love the many joys of this Island while visiting The Wooden Whale.
We hope you, too, will come to love the many joys of this Island while visiting The Wooden Whale.
What makes this property unique
Our home is professionally-designed with every detail thought-out to make your visit comfortable & memorable. Youโll find art throughout, live plants & all the creature comforts of home.
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