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Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier!

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with a glass-top table, and a central island with stools.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, white cabinetry, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A staircase with a wooden handrail, a red side table with books, a small sailboat model, and a decorative fish on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Ocean Crest Pier

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Oak Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

+1
3 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Oak Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Oak Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Caswell Beach - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 34 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier!?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier! on 6 January 2027 start from NZ$2,985, 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 Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweet EmOcean: Renovated 4BR, 3BA Beach Retreat w/ Ocean Views & Hot Tub. Near Beach & Pier! located?

This family-friendly Oak Island holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Ocean Crest Pier and Oak Island Beach. Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So clean and perfect distance from the beach. Many surprising nice touches (sound machines and wireless charging stations) we will definitely be rebooking this one!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
Thanks for the awesome review! We work hard to meet expectations like yours and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Please come back to stay with us again on your next visit to Oak Island! Island Regards, Guest Services Salt & Sand Realty Oak Island, NC
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location and house!

We had a great stay only wished outside shower was more functional with the shower head and the dryer is struggling to dry a few items however place was stocked well excellent kitchen equipment too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family

We enjoyed our stay at Sweet EmOcean. The location was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2024
We are so glad to hear that, Scott! Thank you for choosing Salt and Sand Realty for your island getaway!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great vacation spot

Property was nice and accommodating. It was an easy walk to the beach. Kids enjoyed hanging out on the swing on the top balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2025
Thank you so much Shawn for staying with us here at Salt & Sand Realty, and for your kind words! We are happy you had a wonderful time and made lifelong memories. Glad your kids enjoyed the swing! Please come back to stay with us again on your next visit to Oak Island! Bob Guest Services Salt & Sand Realty Oak Island, NC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay. Only thing I would recomment is a gate at very top of stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Sweet EmOcean. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time here on Oak Island. Please come stay with us again soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful. A quick walk to the beach. The porch swing was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
Thanks for the awesome review! We work hard to meet expectations like yours and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Please come back to stay with us again on your next visit to Oak Island! Island Regards, Guest Services Salt & Sand Realty Oak Island, NC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Vacation Spot!

Our stay was wonderful and the house is even better than pictured! The porches and ocean views make this a great place for family to gather. Communication was excellent and timely. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you here on Oak Island. We hope you come back and stay with us here at Salt and Sand Realty again soon. We love hearing that you enjoyed your time here at the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

OKI Beach Stay

Very nice property, clean, spacious. Kitchen is on top level. One street back from beachfront road. Easy rental with VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you here on Oak Island. We hope you come back and stay with us here at Salt and Sand Realty again soon. We love hearing that you enjoyed your time here at the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grateful

Great property, excellent location, everything went so well! We really enjoyed the house! Very grateful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience. Our team works very hard to ensure all our guests enjoy their stay. We hope to welcome you back next year. As a token of our appreciation, we would like to offer you an opportunity to rebook for the 2025 season at a special rate if you book before August 15, 2024. Please call us at 910-294-6724 to take advantage of this offer. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience!

My group had so much fun, the place was clean and the kitchen was so well stocked! I had daily communication from the owner making sure everything was all right. Such a tiny walk to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you here on Oak Island. We hope you come back and stay with us here at Salt and Sand Realty again soon. We love hearing that you enjoyed your time here at the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Really great location. Lots of stuff for the kids which made traveling less cramped. Kitchen well stocked with cooking options. Everyone enjoyed themselves. Bed were comfortable. We did have an issue with A/C but management was out immediately to get issue resolved. Very good communication and happy to work with Salt and Sand again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you here on Oak Island. We hope you come back and stay with us here at Salt and Sand Realty again soon. We love hearing that you enjoyed your time here at the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something that future guests should be aware of is that, at least as of July 25, 2026, there is NO hot tub. We reserved the house before the title of the listing was edited in April, 2026 to reflect there WAS a hot tub, so we weren't disappointed or anything. The VRBO title still inadvertently shows this house has a hot tub. Other than that, the house lived up to its description. Be aware, access to the top floor bathroom is inside the bunk bedroom. So, if kiddos are asleep, you have to go downstairs for a bathroom. Speaking of the bunk bedroom, it is impressively well appointed with activities/games for the kids. The kitchen is also very well appointed, except for baking sheets. The family also liked the cozy blankets combined with very comfortable living room furniture. Another nice bonus is the "business center" located in the closet of one of the bedrooms. It's a computer desk/chair/monitor set up to use. We recommend Sweet EmOcean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
Thank you so much Patrick for staying with us here at Salt and Sand Realty, and for your kind words! We are happy you had a wonderful time and made lifelong memories. Please come back to stay with us again on your next visit to Oak Island. Guest Services Salt & Sand Realty Oak Island, NC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable home for family vacation

We enjoyed our week at Sweet Em’s. This home comfortably fit Our family of 8 adults and several littles under 5. It was well equipped with about everything you might want for a beach vacation. We had a few issues that required a call to maintenance but they promptly answered and attended to our concerns. Short walk to beach was a plus and outdoor shower welcomed. Very appreciative of the welcome items including a bottle of wine. Each room is tastefully decorated to help you enjoy a beach vacation! Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you here on Oak Island. We hope you come back and stay with us here at Salt and Sand Realty again soon. We love hearing that you enjoyed your time here at the beach!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Emotion

The house was a nice house. It wasn’t very clean. We cleaned as much as we could. The door that goes outside in the master needs repaired. One of the drawers in the kitchen was barely hanging. We cleaned the stairway railing. The filter on the AC unit is filthy. Handprints hadn’t been cleaned on the doors. The mirrors were dirty.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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