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Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings.

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Interior
Dining
On the beach
Exterior
TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 19

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, The Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 57th Place West Access Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Oak Island

On the beach.You'll be steps from The Point and a 5-minute walk from Caswell Beach. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Point - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 57th Place West Access Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Holden Beach - 40 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Silver Hill Grill - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Surfer's Cafe - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Mini Jalapeño - ‬43 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings.

Welcome to Tar Heel Haven, your ultimate oceanfront retreat in the beautiful Oak Island! This expansive 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom house is designed to accommodate up to 19 guests, making it the perfect spot for family gatherings or group getaways. With stunning views of the ocean right from your window, this property offers an unforgettable coastal experience.

Step inside and be greeted by a spacious layout that combines comfort with luxury. The living area is airy and bright, perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. The fully equipped kitchen features modern appliances and plenty of space to prepare delicious meals, which you can enjoy at the large dining table or al fresco on the deck.

The seven beautifully designed bedrooms promise restful nights, while the five bathrooms, including a convenient half bath, ensure plenty of space for everyone. One standout feature of Tar Heel Haven is its private elevator, making access to all levels a breeze, and enhancing the convenience of your stay.

Outside, indulge in the tranquil ambiance on your private deck where you can soak up the sun or unwind with a good book while listening to the waves. The direct oceanfront access provides endless opportunities for beach activities, from sunbathing to swimming.

Just moments away from local attractions, restaurants, and recreational options, Oak Island boasts charm and adventure for everyone. Whether it's a day spent exploring the nearby nature trails or enjoying water sports, there's something for every type of adventurer.

Don't miss this chance to create lasting memories at Tar Heel Haven! Book your stay today and experience the best of coastal living on Oak Island.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. to the airport?

This vacation home is 50 mi (76-min drive) away from the North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. to downtown Oak Island?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi away from Oak Island.

Oceanfront Tar Heel Haven in Oak Island: 7 bedrooms, sleeps 19, ideal for family gatherings. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

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

*** Awesome Beach House ***

This home was great and very accommodating to our needs. The kitchen was stocked with the necessities for any large meal desired. The rooms were great and the view was one in a million! You cannot beat this location for peace and serenity. I definitely recommend this vacation home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gavin M.

Quiet luxury

The location was perfect! It was almost like we had a private beach. The home was clean and cozy. This is a real hidden gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Rental is actually through a Rental Management company. When reviewing VRBO listing, nowhere is it stated that you will be paying extra for a third party manager. I felt tricked. I sent questions to the VRBO owner that were never answered. I have rented dozens of VRBO houses and this was a first. House is great and so is location, views, and cleanliness. The kitchen is VERY well equipped for cooking.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Spring Break Getaway

Location, location, location!! The water views from this home are amazing. The bedroom sizes are very spacious and the multiple porches had ample seating. The kitchen is well stocked with lots of glasses, serving dishes, etc. The lack of pantry space in this size home was a challenge and a few of the external doors were tricky to lock. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michaela V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
This property was disappointing. Great layout and space with large rooms and multiple ensuites. The property is on the very end of the inlet, so you get ocean side and then inlet side, with tide pools, sea creatures, etc. Do note, this property faces public parking though, so it does get very busy on the inlet side (with boats as well). While this property is beachfront, path you see in the photos does not lead straight down to the beach. You have to walk a windy shared beach front path to the right of the property in front of another house to make your way down to the beach. You also cannot see your gear on the beach from the house due to the drop off. There was significant wear in this rental (peeling paint, smelly couches, visibly rusting and dirty HVAC returns), the carpet in this house is filthy. There are stains all over it and it feels disgusting under your feet. It is old and clearly filled with smelly mold and mildew. We all left this house feeling sick. Every evening there were numerous roaches scurrying across the floor and across tables. We emailed the rental company with issues when we first arrived. While the issues were addressed, they weren’t actually fixed. The exterior door handle that he “fixed” fell off again two hours after he left. The exterior door handle that he “fixed” fell off again hours after he left. The house also didn’t lock from one bedroom and he simply said “we know the locks don’t work we have a ticket in for that.”
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelda C.

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

Peaceful, rejuvenating

This home was just what our family needed. Plenty of space for 12 of us to spread out when we needed to to do, but apportioned so that we could gather for games, tv or meals. The porches and balconies topped off the beautiful but cozy indoors. Kitchen had everything we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L T.

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

Beautiful property at a great location!

The property was just as advertised. A beautiful home for our family of 10 and a well-stocked kitchen! The property management company was very responsive to minor after hours inquiries on a holiday weekend. Would definitely recommend and have already booked another trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Ocean and bay - Perfect combination

The views from the many porches was exactly what I hoped they would be. Bay views and sunrise from the front porch and ocean and sunset from the back. The house was large and easily handled our group of 13. The back porch was a favorite evening spot to gather. The house is very well stocked with pots, pans, cupcake tins, plastic containers, silverware, dishes and glassware. The icemaker did not work but that was minor, ice is only a short drive away. We loved the ability to walk to the beach and to the bay to kayak/paddle board. The house is across from a public entrance to the bay, but that was not a problem at all and we enjoyed watching all the weekend visitors. I would recommend this property and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Great house

The house was very clean when we got there. Location was great. Could not get the ice maker to work but we used the ice trays that were there so not a big issue. The charcoal grill could use an upgrade. Didn't use it. No Keurig coffee maker. The driveway is tricky trying to get a big truck under the house. Just pointing these out just in case someone wanted to know. Overall had a great time there and the house was fully stocked about everything you could need. Beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda H.

Wish we could have stayed longer!

The house is beautifully decorated yet homey and comfortable. It has lots of space to relax in, and a well stocked kitchen. The elevator was a God send for my ill mother and elderly aunt. The outdoor shower was fantastic for the kids to rinse off after the beach. Having a washer and dryer make it so convenient to go home with fewer damp and sandy clothes. We enjoyed playing Uno and putting together a large jigsaw puzzle, but we were bummed when it ended up missing two pieces lol. The beach was great...not crowded at all. Very few problems, and most of them minor; I hesitate to even mention them, because I'm not a nitpicky person, but I assume the owners and/or rental company want to know everything. First, one bath towel, one hand towel and one wash cloth per person is really not enough for a five night stay, but we made do (We brought beach towels). I'm sure I could have called and requested more, but I didn't. We had a small invasion of ants even though we kept the kitchen very clean, and saw some other bugs, too. It may be time for a fumigation. The wifi information was incomplete and incorrect on everything we looked at. The closest to accurate was a note on the dining area wall and we figured it out from there. For checkout, we were supposed to put all the towels and sheets into linen bags, but we were never able to locate the bags. I called the office on Wed. or Thur. and left a message, but no one called me back. The worst problem was not anything related to the house or the rental company. It was some of our neighbors; a large group of people that had a wedding on the beach on Mon. They partied pretty loudly late into the night on Sun., which was bad enough. Then on Mon., two of the women asked my husband to take down our beach canopy; I guess it was going to interfere with their view, or photos? He did it because he's a nice guy, but he didn't appreciate having his relaxation time interfered with. The worst part was Mon. night after the wedding. They had extremely loud karaoke, or a D.J. or something. It was SO loud. I hated to be THAT person, but after researching noise ordinances online, I called the Oak Island police and made a complaint about midnight. I fell asleep soon after (I can sleep through almost anything), but my aunt said they kept going until 2:00am. So I don't know if the police even responded. I'm not sure what, if anything could have prevented that issue, but otherwise it was a lovely, relaxing vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018