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The Turtles Nest Oak Island

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The Turtles Nest!
The View! We are 180 steps to 19th Street beach access.
Front porch - our favorite place to enjoy the day
Great room with new sofa.
Great room Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Turtles Nest Oak Island

Original owner, like new home. 4 bedroom, 2 bath open concept home ready for you! Sleeps 9. During peak Summer season we are a Friday to Friday rental (June 5th to September 4th) You don't have to deal with any Island switchover traffic and you get a whole weekend to enjoy Island festivals. We are 125 steps from our driveway to the Beach. Two fully shaded concrete driveway parking. Huge outdoor shower! All new stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops in the kitchen. WIFI and TVs in all rooms with Yahoo TV, Netflix, Vudu, Amazon Prime and More! Bamboo floors. Carpeted bedrooms. Tiled baths. Screened back porch. Short walk to Fishing Pier.

Property manager

Scott Tilghman

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a room with bunk beds
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Events

No events allowed
No.
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Pets

No pets allowed
We have pet allergies, sorry no exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only.
Use Charcoal Grill downstairs, not on Front or back porch.
Key Lock Out $30. If you lose or lock the keys in the house , 1 to 4 hours to get you back in the house and will cost you $30. Cash or Venmo payments

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
Note from host: No.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oak Island

Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island, is home to this holiday home. Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 11 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Turtles Nest Oak Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Turtles Nest Oak Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Turtles Nest Oak Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Turtles Nest Oak Island located?

Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

great place

The house is comfortably and beautifully decorated. We loved the short walk to the beach. We love staying there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

great place!

We had a very peaceful, happy vacation in this home. Very short walk to the beach! The house is lovely and comfortable. We loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn D.

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

Wonderful Retreat

Host was most friendly and house was a lovely place to stay. Beach is a close walk!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

molly d.

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

Lovely Beach House

This was our second time staying at this house and everything was all great both times!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Turtles Nest

Very nice home five minutes to the beach. We had a great week and looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

gail s., Maiden Nc

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

Family-friendly

Great place to stay but you have to be able to climb lots of stairs. Walking distance to the beach. Comfortable beds, very clean, great kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy m.

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

We love Turtles nest

It's a great place and the owners are great to work with. Highly recommend. Plan on going again in the near future
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Apex

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

Returning Guests

We absolutely LOVE Turtles Nest. My son loves the theme of the house the most. The owner was so accommodating to our family. The kitchen was VERY well equipped with all our needs. The location to the beach, you cannot beat and just everything about the house is amazing. Cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

mike p.

family fishing trip

can't say enough good things about the Turtles Nest. Great does not do this place justice. Location was as advertised clean and tidy, fully stocked kitchen and excellent layout for all family members. Will for sure return to this beautiful home. Can't wait book it for next year for two weeks this time!

10/10 Excellent

Dane R.

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

Awesome

Great house, great location, everything was easy!!! May look like a couple streets back but we were in the sand in 3 minutes! Bird sanctuary nearby was awesome to see, kids loved it! Definitely will be back here!! Thanks Scott!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S., Chicago, IL

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

Fantastic!

Scott’s home was perfect for our family reunion/beach vacation. Very short walk to beach where we spent most of our time. Large very well stocked kitchen where we could easily prep meals for our crew. Great area under the house for little ones to play and ride bikes. Beautiful backyard to relax in. Lovely front porch facing the ocean for morning coffee after great night’s sleep in comfy beds. We hope to visit again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Fabulous stay

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. It is steps from the beach as well as from a terrific seaside restaurant and pier. The house was clean and comfortable with all the amenities we were looking for. They even have a Keurig machine in the kitchen! The front deck is a great place to have coffee and watch the sun rise in the morning. While it was only the two of us, we felt it would be a great place to come back to with family or friends. There is plenty of space and beds for up to 8 people at least. Additionally, the neighborhood is quiet and minutes from shopping and attractions. Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

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

Wonderful house + wonderful location = wonderful trip

We had a wonderful stay at The Turtle's Nest at the end of June. The house was as advertised, updated and in good condition, spacious enough for 6 adults + 2 kids to not feel crowded, and there was a nice backyard to play in. There was a small charcoal grill, which was serviceable if not convenient, and the kitchen was well stocked. The house itself and proximity to the beach were FANTASTIC! The beach was clean, wide, and uncrowded (especially in the mornings, when the water was relatively calmer and perfect for swimming with little kids). We had a wonderful trip and wholeheartedly recommend this property to anyone looking for a casual, comfortable place to stay that is easily walkable to a nice, low-key beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Enjoyed our stay very much. Location is very convenient to the beach and restaurants.

Very nice accommodation for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Great beach house!!

We loved staying at this house. It was very clean, comfortable and well stocked with everything you could need. Close easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Great stay at the Turtle’s Nest

Lovely home, close to beach and all the amenities you could want. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff b.

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving weekend!

The home and location were wonderful. Short walk to the beach. The home was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed to have a wonderful Thanksgiving meal and spend lots of time together as a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott H., Huntersville, NC

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

Beautiful house in a great location

Everything about this rental experience was exceptional. Our hosts contacted us right away with house details and maintained communication throughout, the house itself was beautiful and nicely located, and we had a blast. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darby S.

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

Gorgeous Location Awesome Owner!

Absolutely beautiful home with pretty much anything you would need. One block off the ocean with super easy access. Oak Island is our favorite beach vacation spot and this home was our favorite through the years. Scott was so accommodating and helpful with anything!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Perfect Thanksgiving getaway

I booked the Turtle’s Nest due to its size and proximity to family living in OKI. The house was perfect for our needs (4 adults, 4 kids ranging in age from 4-16). Easily walkable to the beach and Pier, as well as the marsh boardwalk. The kitchen was amply equipped for our Thanksgiving meal preparations and the entire house was impeccably clean. We can’t wait to go back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julius I R.

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

Wonderful beach property

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The home was in immaculate condition. The Wi-Fi was very reliable and we were able to get work done and my kids definitely enjoyed having TVs in each bedroom. Will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

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

Quiet place to stay

Quiet, peaceful, beautiful place. Would have liked to have had more bath towels to use, but otherwise great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

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

Charming Cottage

Turtles Nest was just what my family needed to gather and celebrate my mother’s 80th birthday. Had plenty of room, lots of stylish amenities, and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice H., Monroe, NC

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

Turtle’s Nest

We were very happy with this property! Even my “PickyPants” husband was happy with it! We had 6 adults and 3 children and the house had ample room for us. Everything was well stocked as far as kitchen/cooking needs. Walking to the beach was quick and easy. Yes, we would recommend this property to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

nancy m.

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

We had a great time. The place was close to the beach and had everything we needed

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Scott Tilghman

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College sweethearts and we have been married for over 33 years. We have two adult daughters. We live in the Church Hill area of Richmond Virginia.

Why they chose this property

This is a family friendly, no smoking and no pets property. Great location on the island and to the beach.

Languages:

English
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