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Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome.

Cottage perfectly located for exploring Oak Island

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A sandy beach with gentle waves and a clear sky.
Two turquoise chairs with patterned cushions, a small round table with a potted plant, and a basket of items on a checkered mat.
Exterior
A room with two wooden chairs, a small round table with a sailboat model, and a large potted plant.
A playground with multiple slides and climbing structures.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the area

Oak Island

Seaside stay .A stay at this Tranquil Harbour cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Caswell Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Holden Beach - 36 min drive - 50.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Salt64 - ‬2 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.

Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome.

We are just a short walk to the sand and surf. Check out our weekly and monthly rates so you can set on front porch swing with two more chairs where you can hear the roar of ocean waves breaking on the shore. In the back yard concrete table picnic area under with a charcoal grill. Walk to the park, walk to tennis court, soccer field, where the kids can enjoy a splash pad and walk to the beach all within 3 block from the house. Washer/dryer, appliances, WiFi, cable, three bedrooms have queen beds, and den area has a couch for a afternoon nap.

We have a 4.9 guest rating and our average response time to our guest is less than one hour.

Please note our cancellation policy which is set at firm.

We encourage you to purchase the trip cancellation protection from CSA insurance which is an option during your reservation purchase time.

Review CT:
The experience was great, the owners were great and easy to get in touch with. The property was even better than described, we felt at home and were so relaxed. The beach is so close and convenient as well as all of the wonderful shops and restaurants.

Review AC:
This is our second time staying at Donkeys Inn and it was just as great the second time! Everything was there that we needed for a home away from home. Also so close to beach, we were able to walk.

Review JG:
We had a great time. The owners were amazing and very helpful. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. The little ones especially loved the short wagon ride to the beach. We will be back!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,232 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Our home has a portable crib, little red wagon

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Winter is Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way
Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price
Spring is Coming What Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way House
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Best Time see Beach Quick Get-way is Fall. Come Enjoy House
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Best Time see Beach Quick Get-way is Fall. Come Enjoy Oak Island
Best Time see Beach Quick Get-way is Fall. Come Enjoy
The Winter is a Great Time to see the Beach for a Quick Get way
Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price
The Winter is a Great Time to see the Beach for a Quick Get way
Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price
The Winter is a Great Time to see the Beach for a Quick Get way
Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price

Frequently asked questions

How close is Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. to the airport?

This cottage is 37.1 mi (52-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. to the beach?

This cottage is a short 7-minute walk from Caswell Beach and 5.8 mi (11-min drive) from Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. to downtown Oak Island?

This cottage is 2.6 mi away from Oak Island.

Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli B.

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

Another great stay!

We love Donkeys Inn! The location is great, and we enjoyed not having to bring our linens this year. We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Shawanna L.

Great

Was exactly has described really enjoyed our stay. Will stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dema C.

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

Joy

We loved our family vacation here. Very relaxing, felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

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

Great stay for a great price

We loved the Donkey's Inn for our 4 day stay. The house is in a great location with everything you need for a small family or a friends getaway. Everything is very clean and you have all that you need to enioy the beach. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dema C.

Home away from home. Can not wait to come back again.

I am absolutely in love. Great place, awesome location. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We weren’t there long - just in and out for a wedding down the street. But it’s a lovely house that deserves a longer stay. The check-in information was wrong but that came as a surprise to the owners who clarified immediately upon contact and followed up with some very helpful information about the area. I’m sure the online info will be edited (if it isn’t already). An all around excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dema C.

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

Fun times

Great house. Close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

Amazing

Better than expected it was an amazing place to stay. We will return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip A.

Enjoyable and Functional

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. The location being near the playground and the beach was great for the little ones. The house was functional and clean. The owners were very communicative and made sure that we had everything that we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli B.

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

Another great stay at Donkey's Inn

Plenty in the kitchen to cook at home if not interested in going out, but close to plenty of options for dining out if that's what you're interested in. We love the location of this home and enjoyed playing connect four this visit. Easy communication with host and always quick to reply.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandi N.

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

Great stay!

Great & Welcoming stay. Very clean! Family friendly as it is super close to the beach and park/splash pad. Hosts were super sweet and answered all my questions in a very fast manner. Will definitely be returning!! (:
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

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

Fishing trip

It was a nice place to stay, clean with room for everyone. Everyone enjoyed it staying there. The only down fall was that it didn't have TV in every room. I also enjoyed the screened in proch and the swing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Donkeys Inn

Overall the house was good for us, Just a few things I think you too correct 1 in the details of the house, it is listed a crib was in one of the rooms NO crib( we did not need but maybe renters with a baby may need)2 listed a sofa bed again future renters may need one and not one there 3 maybe it was us but could not operate the outdoor shower no water. Other than that we liked the house. Thanks Kevin& Cindy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staci D.

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

Easter Weekend Getaway

Booked Donkeys Inn after realizing that my kids and I all had several days off. The owners were extremely responsive sending emails prior to us even leaving home to let us know everything. The house was exactly as it was pictured. It was clean and had everything we needed. The locations was ideal. We walked to the beach a few times each day. One day there was even a craft fair and live music at the park across the street. My daughter's who can be very critical (teens) love the place and said they would love to come back! It was a perfect get away and we were sad to have to come home. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

denise f.

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

Great place and nice owners

This property is well stocked and beautifully redone inside even though it is an older house. It is charming. We have stayed here 3x. If you plan on walking to the beach, it is doable but you do have to cross a busy highway and dragging a lot of stuff with kids would be tough. We drove to the beach but as a downer they are now charging parking. This is not the cottages fault of course. I would rent from them anytime. Reasonable rates too for shorter times than a week also. They are very responsive to any little problem too. It does need a bit of paint on the outside but that does not affect an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kandis H.

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

This is a great rental home. Very friendly owners.

Great location. Amazing owners. Clean house.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

denise f.

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

So cute inside!

This property has been nicely redone in recent years. We enjoyed the place v3ry much and the kindness and promptness of the owners when we needed to ask something. It was priced reasonably too! It does need some yard work-mowing and bushes trimmed but it is the inside that counts. It would looks cute if the stucco was painted a bright color too to make it even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Great place to enjoy the beach in the fall

Walking distance from the beach, a park and grocery stores. Nice and clean property. Owners are very proactive / responsive to make sure everything goes smoothly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

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

Short but Sweet

The property was just as described. Beds comfortable, enough space for family, close to the beach. You do need to bring your own linens and towels, not a big deal. Large bathroom shower could have more water pressure, but we managed. Overall very enjoyable stay. We may do it again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli B.

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

Home away from home!

Enjoyed our stay at Donkeys inn! Great location on the island, a block away from the splash pad and the public access cabana. House was clean and well equipped for a longer stay. We plan to rent again on our next trip to OkI ! Rest assured with your own booking that you’re getting a great value! -The Binley’s
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Nice home

We had a great vacation at this home. The owners were very nice. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

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

Cute and comfortable

Great size for family of 4!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristie H.

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

Great experience!

We greatly enjoyed our stay at this cute home! It had pretty much anything we could need which was wonderful. This was our first trip to Oak Island and everyone was super friendly! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maranda B.

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

Loved it!

We had a great time and enjoyed the property and it’s location. The home was very clean and accommodated all of our needs. We would definitely return to this property for future visits to OKI.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacey O.

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

Great Girls Getaway

We were looking for a responsibly priced location with easy access to the beach. We indeed got that at the DonKey Inn. The first thing we noticed upon entering the property was how clean it smelled. It had all the necessary things we needed for our girl's getaway. We enjoyed having the full size fridge and icemaker as we took a cooler to the beach everyday and having that was so helpful. The house is in a great location with easy public beach access. We loved sitting on the front porch in the morning drinking our coffee and planning our day. Then after a long day at the beach the two showers came in handy to allow us both to clean up from the day. All the bedrooms were nice but we only used two of the three but they all seemed about the same as it relates to comfort. Also all the necessary cleaning supplies were at the house so we didn't need to get things like dish soap, dishwasher detergent or trash bags. The owners were great and answered the couple of question we had very quickly. We will be back...might make this a yearly trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021