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Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard

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Property grounds
Smart TV
Beach nearby
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard

3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1 King, 1 Queen, twin bunk beds, and Queen air mattress

If you’re looking for a family and pet-friendly escape with the best of both worlds, you’ll love our cozy home by the ICW! Take a short 2-minute drive to the beach or a quick walk to the boat pier. The storage shed has two single kayaks available for use and there is a boat ramp within walking distance.

Upon entering the house you’ll be greeted with an open living/dining area with a smart TV so that you can access any streaming service. WiFi is available throughout the house. The kitchen has room for up to 8 with a table and barstools, granite countertops, and a fully equipped kitchen (Keurig, blender, pots and pans, crockpot, and even sippy cups). Both the master and queen bedrooms have smart tvs with access to login to your favorite streaming services. The master bathroom has a large shower and the hall bathroom has a bathtub/shower combo.

Head into the backyard to enjoy the fire pit on cool nights, while the kids play in the fenced-in yard, or enjoy time grilling on the charcoal grill on the deck. Rinse off from a sandy beach day in the shower in the backyard.

The front porch is perfect for sipping your morning coffee or sharing a meal together. There are two ceiling fans to keep cool in the shade.

Oak Island has amazing local restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and a large local park with a splash ground, full-court basketball, tennis, community center, and play area. Take a drive to the Oak Island Lighthouse, or to nearby Southport for shopping, and seafood, or to take the ferry to Kure Beach and the Fort Fisher Aquarium.

You will love all that Old North State of Mind and Oak Island have to offer!

Property manager

Kara Varnell

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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
Please place all linens (used and unused) provided by Sharon’s linens in the provided bag. Do not remove comforters, mattress pads, or zippered pillow protector.
Wash all dishes and return to the cabinets
Please pickup after your pet

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please note that pets are not allowed in the beds

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 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

Property is also known as

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Title Waves Cozy Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard

About the neighborhood

Map
Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard located?

Located in Long Beach, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Caswell Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Old North State of Mind: Cozy Cottage, Dog Friendly Home with Fenced Yard Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Wonderful for pets

This was one of the very best VRBO properties i have stayed at. Vey clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked for anything you would need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

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

Great Little Getaway

We had a great stay! The home was just what we needed to get away for the week and the host family had small added touches (laundry service with prepackaged linens, complimentary gift upon arrival and their great response times to questions) to take our stay above the top. We stayed while hurricane Idalia just came through and they checked on us to ensure everything and one were safe.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Cozy cottage

Our recent stay at The Tranquil Harbour was all we had hoped for. The cottage was beautifully clean and well-appointed and Kara Varnell and her husband were great hosts. The cottage was a perfect base for exploring the stunning Oak Island coast. We couldn't fault the cottage or our hosts, I would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Amazing Porch!

Wonderful getaway to celebrate the end of a school year. The house was clean and well-stocked and the furnishings were comfortable and attractive. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch where you could see boats passing on the ICW. We rode our rented golf cart all to the beach, to go fishing, to the grocery, and for ice cream and donuts. The dogs enjoyed our morning walks through the quiet neighborhood. It was a relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell P., Chapel Hill, NC

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

Best Time ever

Everything was very organized. From the easy use of the door code, very clean house, the 4 TV's in the house were easy to use, well stocked, to just very comfortable. Location to beaches was great. My dog enjoyed the morning and evening walks. A very nice and safe neighborhood. Oak Island is a great place to stay. Thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great spot to bring fur babies!

My husband and I spent a week here during the off season for a change of scenery. We worked remotely and brought our two dogs who enjoyed the fenced in back yard. We all enjoyed many walks in the neighborhood and the beach. It was a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

332 NE 56th Oak Is

Everything was perfect and well equipped ! Exceeded our expectations. Owners very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great location

Well appointed cottage with fenced in yard for dogs.. Keurig coffee pot. Great location to beach, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P., Pittsburgh

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

great stay

perfect house for a beach getaway
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B., Burlington, NC

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

Little Slice of Paradise

This is a wonderful little home with all the amenities to make a family vacation perfect. There’s enough room to spread out and still spend time with each other. We spent many mornings on the front porch and enjoyed the peacefulness of the neighborhood. Quiet, relaxing and comfortable. Everything you want on a vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayme R.

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

Home Away from Home

We enjoyed our time here at Oak Island. This location was just what we needed for our week’s stay. It was a great location, steps from the sound for those who love to fish, and minutes from the beach. There were lots of people out walking and biking and we felt super safe. Great place and we will most definitely visit again. The front porch was the perfect place to sit outside at any time and enjoy the Oak Island weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

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

Family Home Away From Home

This was the first time we have ever rented a place for vacation, as well as the first time my family has been to the ocean. The Home was beautiful, the neighborhood quiet, and the whole experience was wonderful. We were pleasantly surprised to find a closet with family games as well as children's books. Along with child safe dishes and a sippy cup in the kitchen. Check in was easy, check out was easy. All instructions were easy to follow, and the manual with recommendations was nice. The hosts were nice and easy to communicate with as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021