Long Beach stay.At this Long Beach vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Members Club at St. James Plantation - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
Oak Island Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
Oak Island Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Paul's of Oak Island - 6 min drive
Salt64 - 7 min drive
Dairy Queen - 6 min drive
Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - 4 min drive
Pirates Deck - 6 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.
Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views!
Relax with the whole family at this vintage 3rd row beach cottage with views of the Atlantic. The beach sand is steps away! Enjoy everything Oak Island has to offer from dining, to beach activities and more!Enjoy this piece of North Carolina heaven!
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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
Garden
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 3 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: $150-1st pet.$50-2nd pet.$50-3rd pet.Max of 3 pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Deacon on Dolphin! Quaint 3rd Row Beach House with Ocean Views! Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 50 reviews
10 - Excellent
33
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews
8 - Good
7
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 50 reviews
6 - Okay
6
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 50 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
8.2/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Hayley D.
Aug 26, 2025
Great location! The door lock didn’t work (wrong code?), the stove had several burners out, and there were dirty dishes put away as clean. Older house but otherwise clean.
Hayley D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Frank T., Cary, NC
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This house is well located within 2 1/2 blocks from the beach and is very close to the peer as well as the ‘commercial district’ on the island.
Frank T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia N.
Aug 23, 2025
Cynthia N.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia N.
Aug 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We love staying at the Deacon! Very clean, well stocked, and a perfect location between the beach and intercoastal.
Cynthia N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Paul and Kim C.
Aug 1, 2025
This property was fine for our purpose. Even though the property is dated and basic, it was not too far from the beach access and fairly close to local establishments (grocery stores and restaurants).
Paul and Kim C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
brad c.
Jul 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Had an appliance issue pretty early in the stay which was taken care of in a timly manner. Matt was very responsive and very helpful. I would stay again. If your a dog person then you will love the house as it has characteristics of a dog owners home. You have to stay to see what I mean.
brad c.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
2/10 Terrible
Joel G.
Jul 28, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location was great and it allowed us to bring our dogs. The house itself was not. Felt dirty as soon as we arrived. One of the beds had a huge stain on the sheet. We were told we could find a clean sheet in the closet, but it didn’t fit well. The ceiling plaster was chipping away and crumbling. The freezer door wouldn’t stay closed. Some of the burners on the range only worked part of the time. When a cockroach appeared coming out of the recliner, we knew we were in for a long week. Disappointed with the condition of the house.
Joel G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda W.
Jul 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little vacation house
Well maintained and fully equipped property that is walking distance from the beach and pier! It was perfect and we enjoyed our stay! I can’t forget to mention the awesome balcony that was perfect for star gazing and relaxing while listening to the waves crash!
Amanda W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Gerry D.
Jun 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Overall good place to stay. Close to beach and pier.
Gerry D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sara T.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location-Perfect porch
Great location for 2-6 people (3 bedrooms/2bath) and dogs with easy access to the beach, grocery stores, and shops. Fantastic deck to greet the morning sun and relax and look at the stars at night. Host included linens and towels which was a big plus. So grateful to find an affordable house that is walking distance to the beach that allows pets.
Sara T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia N.
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
Great location and well maintained property. Nice deck. The kitchen was well stocked. The door was stuck on the outside shower. Other than that, great stay!
Cynthia N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Clarabelle W.
Sep 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great place to stay. Very comfortable and close to the beach area.
Clarabelle W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julia S.
Sep 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
LOCATION!
We loved our long weekend stay. You cannot beat the location. Very close to both beach accesses. The house was quaint and had everything we needed! Matt was a wonderful host and we hope to come back soon!
Julia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
Jessica D.
Aug 26, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Jessica D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joshua Y.
Aug 14, 2024
Joshua Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth F.
Jun 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on OKI and Dog-friendly
This three bedroom was perfect for our family. We choose it based on location and being dog-friendly. The property was clean and we enjoyed our stay.
Kenneth F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Heather D.
Jun 27, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lacking cleanliness
We really loved the location of this property. The property needs many updates but I could over look that if the house was clean. Hair on the sheets, food and such on the carpets. The vinyl floors were very dirty. The owners response was he would tell the cleaners but no one came to fix the problem.
Heather D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine R.
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The location is perfect, it’s quiet and beautiful area! The house was a good size for our small family!
Christine R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Loretta W.
May 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
OKI KYIA is A-Ok!
This charming 3 BR 2BA is perfect for our young grandchildren. The distance to beach was not too far for a wagon ride(which one was available but we took our own). April is perfect time to visit as weather was perfect. Plenty of towels, Kurig was a sweet surprise, and all the necessity appliances worked!
Loretta W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney E.
Apr 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
We really enjoyed staying at this house! We had plenty of space for my family to all be comfortable, plus an open area to all sit together in the living room and dining space. Middle of the week we had really bad storms, but the house held strong. It was a short walk to the beach access and the pier. The kiddos rode their bikes throughout the neighborhood and I felt quite safe about letting them do so. Overall, we had a wonderful time. i would defiantly consider renting this house again in the near future!
It was a very relaxing atmosphere and sticked with essentials (such as coffee)
John
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
2/10 Terrible
Mary E.
Sep 7, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Filthy and Unsafe
This house is located in a great area. However it was filthy! Dirty linens and wasn’t even made. I had to get the laundry so we could have clean beds. Floors weren’t swept. The lust goes on with this. It was so uncomfortable because it was so dirty. There are wires exposed in the bottom where it is a sitting area. Also, open electrical on the wall. And the house shook when we walked. Kids included. Amenities included a coffee pot when it was actually an old Kerig. I had no pods and I suspected mold in the Kerig since that is known to happen in these. Had to go an hour to buy a coffee pot so list vacation time.
Mary E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Janet T. T.
Aug 20, 2023
Ok
The house some serious upgrades for the price needs new or gently used furniture in den area. Springs are completely shot in couch and cushions on the back are ripped with stuffing coming out. Walls buckled and pieced together. The master bay is very tiny. Needs too much work to be done at that price.
Janet T. T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Don C.
Aug 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Good Oak Island location.
Don C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Scottie W.
Jul 20, 2023
Wilson Family
We appreciate Matt addressing the mowing quickly. This property has potential, but is desperate for updates. Surprised that the central air was not working and we had window units. There was a strong storm with wind and the rain blew in on the side of the air conditioners in the bedrooms, soaking the curtains and edge of the beds. Curtain in the back left corner bedroom fell during the night and the mirror in the hallway bathroom fell at 2a…a little scary! Several rough spots with peeling on the walls. Carpet is very dated and worn in bedrooms. The living and Kitchen area saved the day! Comfortable and clean. The kitchen was well stocked. I think some tender loving care attention to the inside and outside would make this a very nice place. We did enjoy our visit and it was fine especially the amount of time we were actually in the house, iI would not rent again.
Scottie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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