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The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem

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Exterior
Interior
Room
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem

Bring the whole family to The Inkwell, a charming beach cottage with plenty of space to relax and have fun. Beautifully decorated, clean, and fully stocked for a worry-free stay. Beach access at SE 40th Street is just a short walk away. Enjoy the rocking chair covered porch, screened deck, patio dining, firepit, and a newly renovated Jack and Jill bathroom.

Everything is ready for your stay — freshly made beds upon arrival so you can relax and start vacation right away.

A $100 deposit will be requested through VRBO once a booking is made. It will be refunded through VRBO within 24hrs of check out provided there aren’t any damages.

The golf cart stored on the property is NOT accessible to guests. Please do not touch it or attempt to use.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Golf cart stored at the house is NOT to be tampered with or used by guests.

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
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

Tranquil Harbour, a neighbourhood in Oak Island, is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Holden Beach - 33 min drive - 47.3 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 53 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt64 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪oak island deli & pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

As of 30 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem on 30 April 2026 start from NZ$364, 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 The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem located?

This family-friendly Oak Island cottage is located in Tranquil Harbour, within 2 mi (3 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island 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. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

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

Fabulous Stay

This is the second time we’ve stayed at Inkwell. We had a wonderful time, again, and we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Landon R.

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

Our stay

It was our first time renting ourselves and we were very new to the process and they made it very easily and the house was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

April W.

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

Wilson Family

This was our first trip to Oak Island! We very much enjoyed the beach, restaurants, shopping! The Inkwell was a wonderful home and we had plenty of room for our family. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Fabulous Rental!

My family and I absolutely loved our stay here. The house is clean, well stocked and oh so adorable. The new covered front porch is a beautiful and functional addition. The neighborhood is quiet and close to shops and restaurants. I can not say enough wonderful things about this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Cozy House

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay at this house. Our daughters loved that they each had their own bed and bedroom! Our host was very responsive with a couple minor issues. Super short drive to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

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

Last week of july

Arrived at the property with a seamless check-in and a cool (nice withe the July heat), clean house. As a coupe the house was a good size and would be good for a small family also. Thoroughly enjoyed or visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

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

Stellar Experience

We loved everything about this house! Cozy yet plenty of room for everyone and everything. Was exceptionally clean, never saw a single bug inside. The screened in back porch was perfect for having morning coffee. It was so convenient being so close to town and the beach. The hosts were easy to communicate with and let us know about fun happenings in the area. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

First timers to oak island

The inkwell was adorable, perfect for first timers to oak island! Small walk to the beach- we typically had someone from our group drop us off at the beach entrance with our gear and have others walk. would have rented a golf cart if staying awhile. The home was cute, perfect amount of space! Wonderful outdoor shower! Had all the kitchen gadgets needed and plenty of board games :) we had a great time! Destiny was wonderful to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Belinda B.

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

Our stay at the Inkwell

We checked in on June 12 to spend a week with our daughter before she moves to Japan for two years. We enjoyed our time. The Inkwell is a nice place in a good spot BUT it was not clean. The floors had dead palmetto bugs and a toenail in the right bedroom. Not ideal to start a vacation. I realize that owners rely on cleaning companies to clean for them but it is the most important thing with the rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Destiny Chapman

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