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“The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Popular LocationOcean Crest Pier7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOak Island Golf Club7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOak Island Lighthouse10 min drive
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)51 min drive

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About the area

Oak Island

Seaside stay .A stay at this Long Beach vacation home 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).

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 10 min walk
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 14 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Koko Cabana - 5 min drive
  • Old Bridge Diner - 5 min drive
  • Salt 64 - 18 min walk
  • Tranquil Harbour Restaurant & Bar - 12 min walk
  • 49th Street Grill, Bar, & Patio - 8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

“The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway

“The Almost” is a bright and comfy house with every amenity from the kitchen to the yard. Relax and enjoy the beach, just a six minute walk. Then relax on the screened porch for dinner. The backyard is fully fenced to keep the dogs safe. Everything is here from the grill to the towels. Bring your toothbrush, shampoo, and come enjoy.

There are beach chairs, beach tent, fishing gear, boogie boards, coolers and many other items for your use in the shed. There is a private outdoor shower to get the sand off. There are usually two to five bikes in the shed. There are games, cards, guitar, and TV's in all the bedrooms and living room. All televisions have access to regular channels and streaming services. There is a wire dog kennel and baby gate for your use. There is a propane grill and charcoal grill.

Everything, and I mean everything, is a short walk away in this quiet neighborhood. There are restaurants, bars, grocery store, ice cream, liquor store, fishing pier, boat ramp, and of course THE BEACH.

There is no cleaning, pet, or linen fee. We only ask that barking outside is kept down when the pooches are outside.

Property manager

Craig t Boggs

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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. 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

“The Almost” A dog friendly, beach getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Escspe
I have stayed in several VRBO over the course of years, however I found this rental to be above the call of duty as far as what was offered. We really enjoyed our stay we would definitely rent this unit again can’t say enough positive things about it and the host.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hideaway close to everything in Oak Island
I stayed here with my mom and my dog. It's a nice, roomy location tucked away behind some trees - close to the beach, but also with a lot of privacy for downtime in the morning and evening. It had everything required for humans and canines!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F., Sparta

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Oak Island getaway!
We visit Southport just about every year and wanted to stay at Oak Island for once. We certainly were not disappointed. The house is very well appointed which was important for us as we did fly in and packed lightly. It was even nicer in person. Although we did not cook as much as we thought there was certainly everything you could think of in the kitchen. The house was immaculately clean! Their welcome book had a lot of great tips on restaurants and where to go. We appreciated the access to the bikes, and enjoyed taking the bikes out around the island. Although we didn’t use them, there were also beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, fishing poles, and everything you could need for a beach excursion. We really enjoyed the beachfront park and even hopped in on some Open play Pickleball - this was very close to the house . The host was very responsive as well! We would love to bring our family and our dog back to enjoy this great home. We appreciate the hosts of “The Almost” sharing their home. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed
The Almost was a great choice for our stay. The dogs loved the fenced yard. Appreciated the kind vibes throughout.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxine Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wish we could have stayed longer!
This property was perfect for us. The home was immaculate, nicely decorated, and wonderfully equipped. The fenced in yard was perfect for our two boxers. Restaurants, the beach, and groceries were all close. The only bad thing about our stay was that we had to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house to bring the pups!
We really loved this property wish we could have stayed longer. The yard was clean and safe to let the dogs run about. Having the bikes to ride was really nice, and a good way to get around the paying to park at the beach, it’s just a short ride up the road. Publix and other shopping very close by. Plenty of games to play when in the house for the evening. We will definitely try and stay here again if we are back in the area, we couldn’t have been happier!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful
This property is one of the best vrbo that we have stayed at..when i say they thought of everything it is an understatement..they truly covered all bases..we hope to return in the near future..also property was very pet friendly..my boxer also loved it..dont miss out on this gem
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rob
Just as advertised. We really enjoyed our stay. The house has everything you need and is an easy walk to the beach. We were looking for a beach community to enjoy with our dog and Oak Island is definitely one. The Almost made it even better.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca and John J., FENNVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
Coming back to the Almost for our second stay really felt like coming home. We love the cheerful decor and the friendly neighborhood. The house is very comfortable and well equipped for cooking, relaxing and keeping things tidy with a well stocked laundry room and cleaning supplies. Best of all- there are many places to access the beach and the ICW. This dog friendly home and community make Oak Island an ideal destination for our winter getaway.
Stayed 37 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed my visit very much
This property was great for 2 adults and our pet. Room for more. loved the fenced backyard. Bed slept good. Updated and nice appliances. Would recommend. very clean!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024