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OCEAN FRONT CHARMING 4BD/2BA COTTAGE. Close to stores and pier! INCLUDES LINENS

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A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a grassy area with palm trees and a distant view of a beach.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen counter.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a house with a balcony and a porch.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the outside.
A beachfront house with a wooden deck and a balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Set on the beachfront, this 4-bedroom cottage accommodates 8 guests and features 2 bathrooms. Enjoy ocean views while engaging in nearby activities like tubing and birdwatching. The property includes a patio for outdoor relaxation and is situated near golf for sports enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Brunswick Islands Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Sunset Beach, NC
  • Place, Brunswick Islands Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Intracoastal Waterway
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

OCEAN FRONT CHARMING 4BD/2BA COTTAGE. Close to stores and pier! INCLUDES LINENS

Discover this marvelous 4-bedroom FULLY EQUIPPED original cottage on Sunset Beach. "Just Struggling" is new to the rental market, and is fully stocked with nice, new items! Nothing has been overlooked! This brilliant cottage boasts 2 NEW king beds, 2 queen beds, and 1 new twin bed, and comes with NEW linens and towels included with the rental! The 2 bathrooms are equipped with toiletries and hair dryers. Or take a private shower outdoors under the house with hot and cold water. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like a washer/dryer, WiFi, heating, and AC. Experience a wonderful stay at our place in Sunset Beach. "Just Struggling" was built in 1960 and is one of the original 8 cottages on Sunset Beach. All of the charm, with updated baths and kitchen. This cottage has never been rented, has all new supplies and is ready for your family to make amazing memories. The kitchen has new pots and pans, knives, and all the supplies for gourmet meals. There are basic spices in the kitchen, as well as some cooking oils, coffee, tea, creamers etc. Both bathrooms have been nicely updated. New beds to assure a great night sleep. We include bedding and towels, less you need to pack. The ocean front-center island location is absolutely perfect for families. It's a short walk to the pier or the stores to get a refreshing Sunset Slush or ice cream from the Sunset Beach Trading Company! No need to bother with parking, you can walk everywhere! The screened room ocean side is the perfect place for a cup of coffee or a sunset cocktail while enjoying the ocean breeze and views of the water. There are beach chairs, umbrella, beach wagon (please rinse off daily), laundry room (with detergent), and some games, books, puzzles and cards. New can lighting, furniture, and decor all work in harmony to showcase this charming original Sunset Beach gem!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Some baby items in the home
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is to be NO tobacco, vaping, or smoking on the property. Ignoring this rule will result in immediate eviction and forfeiting all money.
NO animals of any kind. Ignoring this rule will result in immediate eviction and forfeiting all money.
NO parties or gatherings. Only registered guests may be on the property. Maximum of 8 people on the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4691815vb
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
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

Sunset Beach

Located in Sunset Beach, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Myrtle Beach Beaches and Holden Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Sunset Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Brunswick Islands Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Intracoastal Waterway - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Myrtle Beach Beaches - 24 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Holden Beach - 38 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 45 min drive - 60.0 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Boundary House Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪55 Bistro Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN FRONT CHARMING 4BD/2BA COTTAGE. Close to stores and pier! INCLUDES LINENS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at OCEAN FRONT CHARMING 4BD/2BA COTTAGE. Close to stores and pier! INCLUDES LINENS?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at OCEAN FRONT CHARMING 4BD/2BA COTTAGE. Close to stores and pier! INCLUDES LINENS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN FRONT CHARMING 4BD/2BA COTTAGE. Close to stores and pier! INCLUDES LINENS?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN FRONT CHARMING 4BD/2BA COTTAGE. Close to stores and pier! INCLUDES LINENS located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sunset Beach cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Brunswick Islands Beach and Intracoastal Waterway. Rees Jones Golf Course and Willard Byrd Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation in Sunset. The place was clean, well maintained, nicely appointed with plenty of beach chairs, towels, toys and a great beach cart. Very nice, old school property with plenty of room for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. We love the front and back porches with views of the town and ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our week at Just Struggling. It had everything. Very homey and relaxing . Cathy was wonderful to work with too. We were a family of 7 females covering four generations. It was divine.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy house with comfortable beds and easy access to the beach and pier .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Glad you enjoyed our cottage and if you’re ever back in the area I would welcome the chance to host again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the house was great. we had a wonderful time staying at the property. I wish the weather had cooperated but the house being so nice and well maintained made all the difference. Lots of well done upgrades and little things to make everyone feel at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I honestly can’t say enough great things about this property, the location or the Host! As soon as we stepped inside, we were 100% certain this was going to be a terrific vacation. The view from the main living space or the back porch is unmatched. Every little detail has been thoughtfully and intentionally placed in the beach cottage even down to chip clips (which were left for the next guests ), beach chairs and a beach wagon. The Host was super quick to respond to any questions or clarifications. I can only hope that the property is available for our next Sunset Beach adventure.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was "Just Struggling" to leave such a scenic, comfy, convenient, clean, spacious, thought of everything location in Sunset Beach. Seriously, we had the very best location close to the ocean, of course, but also the pier/snack shop, coffee shop/bike rental, ice cream/candy shop. We were in the middle of everything! The house received raving reviews from my family all weekend. Honestly, l hated to leave...lt was not too crowded with a lot of pets, kids, cars, or people, in general. Sunset Beach is just a laid-back, nice place for people who want to savor the simple things in life, like me. And Just Struggling was the perfect place to unwind and relax...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So special to spend time at Sunset in this beautiful, vintage beach cottage! It has been wonderfully renovated while keeping the original character from the 1960s. Brand new furnishings and updated bathrooms. Easy access to boardwalk. Perfect location to watch the sunrise from the back porch. We will definitely be back :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Thanks so much for the review. I’m so glad you enjoyed your time @ Just Struggling. Hope you’ll stay with us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far the best beach house we have ever stayed in! The pictures don’t do it justice, they have kept the original hard wood floors and coziness of the house throughout the upgrades. The beds were perfect and the layout works for a small or large group! We spent most of our time on the screened in front porch and outer deck facing the oceans. The location can not be beat and the views are spectacular! I don’t think you can capture how wonderful it is in pictures alone. I hope that we are able to book our annual Sunset Beach vacation at Cathy’s beautiful home again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in a great location. Well laid out for two families with kids and easy walk out to the beach.Recommend the latch bars on deck gates be reinstalled as the screws are backing out on their own and the latch comes loose. Hardly a problem but the only thing I can recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family absolutely loved our stay here. The house is basically right next to the pier and easy access to the beach but still felt private. We had 6 adults and 2 children and the house was a perfect size - we spent most of our time outside on the beautiful porch and deck to enjoy the view of the ocean. Very well equipped with everything needed for a beach vacation. We would love to rent this place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Struggling is a gem of a property. We could tell by the listing that the cottage condition and host were a cut above and our stay absolutely met expectations. We are grateful to Cathy for opening her home to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Johnson

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We both are North Carolina natives. We enjoy spending time with our large family, boating, reading, traveling and watching our grands play competitive sports. Hosting gives us an opportunity to share the cottage with others and make new friends.

Why they chose this property

Sunset Beach is truly a slice of paradise. Sunset is the smallest of NC barrier islands. It’s truly a gem with a family environment. We chose center island for its convenient and accessibility to the island shops, pier and beautiful beach. The cottage built in 1960 is said to be 1 of the first 8 houses built on the island.

What makes this property unique

We have completely renovated our home and furnished it as if we were living there. Hopefully you will enjoy your time and make wonderful memories with your family and friends.

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