Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf!
This unique oceanfront vacation home in Oak Island is ready for your beach getaway. When you’re not just outside Summer Salt’s backdoor taking in the sun and surf, the open floor plan of the house is great for family time!
Summer Salt has 5 bedrooms and sleeps 11. The main floor includes 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a deck off the dining area on the street side, and a large oceanfront deck. The upper floor has 3 more bedrooms, a full bath, and an oceanfront balcony off the upstairs primary bedroom. On the ground floor, there's an additional shower in the laundry room that is equipped with a full-size washer and dryer.
Enjoy your front row seats to sunrises and sunsets from the spacious oceanfront deck! The deck offers new rocking chairs, chaise loungers, and a picnic table.
The Town of Oak Island is investing in one of its biggest beach nourishment projects in decades, bringing fresh sand and a wider beach to the island. The work will be completed in April '26 so that sea turtle nesting is not disturbed. This project greatly enhances beach space and shoreline protection for all beach lovers.
Summer Salt is conveniently located on the beautiful west end of Oak Island and is just minutes from the mainland and 3 grocery stores – Publix, Lowes, and Food Lion. When you’re not relaxing and swimming at the beach, there’s so much more to do during your visit!
* Enjoy fishing at the Ocean Crest Fishing Pier * Take a helicopter tour with High Tide Aviation * Book a deep sea adventure with Oak Island Fishing Charters * Check out Jungle Life Mini Golf and Oak Island Nature Center * Visit the local beach shops and farmers market * Climb to the top of the iconic Oak Island Lighthouse * Let someone else do the cooking while you enjoy all the great Oak Island restaurants (feel free to ask for a list of our favorites)
The quaint village of Southport on the Cape Fear River is just a 20-minute drive away with great shopping, restaurants, and sight-seeing. Southport was named "America's Happiest Seaside Town" by Coastal Living Magazine.
Relaxation and adventure await you at Summer Salt! Come make some memories on Oak Island!
1st Floor: Bedroom 1 (Primary) - King Bed Bedroom 2 - (2) Double Beds, (1) Twin Bed Full Bath Street-side deck Oceanfront deck
2nd Floor: Bedroom 3 (Primary) - King Bed, Oceanfront balcony Bedroom 4 - Queen Bed Bedroom 5 - Queen Bed Full Bath
*All sheets, bath, and kitchen towels provided. *Graco Pack 'n Play and dining booster seat available.
Add dates for prices
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place all used bed sheets and bath towels in the canvas bags provided by the linen service. Leave all other bedding and pillows on the beds. Place the canvas bag(s) by the main entry door. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2555432vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Oak Island
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 51 min drive - 70.6 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Lonerider at Oak Island - 5 min drive
The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - 35 min drive
Beacon315 - 14 min drive
Paul's of Oak Island - 11 min drive
Thai And Vine - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf!?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf! on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$1,481, 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 Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Summer Salt - Oceanfront Escape Just Steps to the Sand and Surf! located?
Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Caswell Beach, 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island. Ocean Crest Pier and The Point are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Summer Salt was wonderful! Walking directly onto the beach was amazing. The kitchen was wonderfully stocked for my professional chef brother. I would definitely stay here again!
Location was great and right on the beach as advertised. Nice quiet area with private beach access. Shallow and relatively calm waves. Great for kids. House was in nice condition. Spiral staircase upstairs and downstairs was a bit cumbersome but we made the best of it. Parking under house and in front of house was plenty of room for us. We had a fun family birthday celebration
tawni a.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Hey! We're so happy your enjoyed your stay at Summer Salt! We loved having you in Oak Island. Thanks for taking a minute to give us that feedback. It means a lot!
We loved our stay at Summer Salt! The hosts were great to work with and the house was perfect. We loved how close it was to the beach! We would definitely rent again.
Janet S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Thanks so much for the great feedback! We loved having you at Summer Salt. Hope you can come stay with us again soon!
The house is in a great location, private access to beach was a definite perk. The house is very clean and the kitchen well stocked. The hosts were very attentive and responded to all emails quickly. Only slight issue for my group of 65 year old women was the spiral staircase.
Beautiful home, couldn’t ask for a better place to go on vacation with my family. Owner was very responsive and the post describing the house was very accurate. Highly recommend.
Joseph K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2023
Thanks so much, Joseph! We loved having you in Oak Island. Enjoy the rest of your summer and come stay with us again soon!
We loved the week. Everything was perfect! The house was well stocked and very roomy for our family. We loved the porch and how close we were to the beach! We will definitely be back! The owners were very easy to reach with all my questions!
Luanne C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
Thanks so much for the feedback! We're so happy to hear that you and your family had such a great beach week! Come back and stay with us anytime. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
October 2025…Just as beautiful in the fall. The weather was perfect ranging from 75 to 70. It was my mom‘s 81st birthday. This was the first time we all vacation together. The host responded timely to our questions. The beachfront house was lovely inside and out. The beach views were beyond our expectation. The beds were very comfortable. It was sad to say goodbye. From this, we promise to do something once a year together. Thank you Summer Salt!!!
Hi James! We were so happy to hear that your “possible” shark bite was just a tiny cut and that you were totally fine! We loved having you at Summer Salt. Come back and stay with us anytime! Cheers, Melissa
My family loved their stay at “Summer Salt”! We loved being SO close to the beach. Even my elderly father was able to make it to the water to sit and cool his feet. The stairs to the top level are a little tricky but didn’t bother us. Haag and sons fish market is great and we really enjoyed taking the Fisher island ferry for a day trip to the aquarium and into Wilmington.
Rachel R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
We loved having you at Summer Salt! So happy to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful week. Come back and stay with us again anytime!
We loved this house! It was very cozy and comfortable and we literally were steps from the sand. It looked exactly as pictured and was very clean. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. And this is a great place for little kids (built-in baby gates at the stairs) and tons of sand toys and an inflatable pool. Plenty of beach chairs and towels too. The stairs, while they looked a little tricky in the picture, were very manageable and the view of the beach from the second floor balcony is definitely worth the climb. We used the bedrooms on the main floor but did go downstairs to use the washer/dryer. The owners were incredibly kind and responsive. We will definitely be back!!
Responsive hosts when we had questions. We had a minor faucet issue and the hosts immediately called in a great handyman to take care of the issue. This is a well cared for property in a perfectly glorious spot of Oak Island! I loved the stocked kitchen, spacious bedrooms and light-filled living room /main room.
Casey S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2024
Casey, thanks so much for the great feedback! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the house and Oak Island so much. You were the perfect guests! We hope to have you back at Summer Salt soon. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
What a great place to stay! So incredibly close to the water, great deck and perfect views. The kitchen was fully stocked with just about anything you could need and came with a decent amount of spices - the most that I've ever experienced with a rental.
Summer Salt was great for our group. I will say the stairs aren't for everyone but the space totally worked for us. I cannot tell you how incredible it was to work with Melissa, the property owner. So incredibly welcoming, kind, and prompt with answering questions about the property.
Ashley T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2023
Thank you so much, Ashley! We loved having you at Summer Salt. Wish we could've ordered better weather for you all, but it sounds like you had a wonderful weekend! Come stay with us again soon!
About the host
Hosted by Melissa & Mike Wilson
Why they chose this property
With beautiful upgrades and views from all rooms, this beachfront property was designed with fun in mind. If you love the sound of the ocean and the smell of the sea breeze, along with the comfort of well-appointed rooms, this is your vacation home!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests