It Depends: Beach Cottage Overlooking Davis Canal - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1300 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
3 Kings

Coastal Getaway with Quick Beach Access and Waterfront Vistas

Located in a serene location with beautiful vistas, this gorgeously refurbished beach home is the ideal escape for nature enthusiasts, families and anyone seeking tranquility and relaxation.

Our guests consistently rave about the unbeatable location, painless beach access and the thoughtful amenities that make their stay additional special.

Whether you're sipping your morning coffee on the dock, kayaking through the tidal waterway or spotting coastal birds from the outdoor dining area, there's something here for everybody.

Refurbished as freshly as 2025, it features modern amenities and a comfortable, inviting ambiance designed to make your stay enchanting.

Key Features:

- Outdoor Oasis:

- Front Covered Porch: Unwind with a morning coffee or appreciate the afternoon breeze and hear the ocean waves in the evening.

- Roomy Open Deck: Outdoor seating for six that overlooks a tidal waterway provides a ideal spot for al fresca dining, morning coffee or sunset drinks. The natural habitat of the Davis Canal makes it a haven for birdwatchers – spot herons, egrets, pelicans and more.

- Picnic Area: A charcoal grille and a sizable picnic table is located on the covered ground level, great for family meals or games.

- Enclosed Outdoor Shower: Hot and cold water available for a exhilarating rinse after a day at the beach, fishing or kayaking.

- Private Dock: The home offers a private dock with constructed-in bench seating—ideal for crabbing, fishing, catching bait such as shrimp, mullet, fiddler crabs or simply watching the wildlife.

- Beach Access: Just two blocks (five-min. walk) to the beach and a leisurely ten-min. walk to Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way Restaurant.

- Beach Gear Supplied: A beach buggy, umbrella, toys and bicycles are included, ensuring you have everything you need for a fun and calming time.

- Cozy and Modern Living: This island home was refreshed with new beds in 2022-2023 and fresh master bedroom furnishings (2024), and a brand-new 70" TV in 2025. The main level master bedroom includes a full bath and enormous closet, offering convenience and privacy.

- Panoramic Vistas: Upstairs, you'll find two roomy bedrooms that share a bathroom, both with marvelous expansive vistas of the Davis Canal and Montgomery Slough Natural Wildlife Reserve.

- Updated Conveniences: Owners refurbish annually. Appreciate entertainment with two intelligent TVs offering Spectrum basic cable and Netflix streaming (personal account required). Stay connected with high-speed internet and Wi-Fi.

- Climate Control: The home is equipped with central air/heat and ceiling fans in all bedrooms and the living room, ensuring your comfort throughout your stay.

Book Your Stay Today!

Come experience the ideal blend of comfort, nature and relaxation. This beach home is waiting for you!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Vacation rental tips:

When to visit Oak Island & When to book:

• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are the most expensive season in coastal NC. Booking in Fall or Spring is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guides have deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and select a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. It Depends: Beach Cottage Overlooking Davis Canal has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly available on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property owner before you reserve the property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out what is right for your trip.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges applied to your invoice.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Additional considerations:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of issues.
• Lock your rental while you are out. Protect your property!
• Document any issues with the property during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on good reviews to drive future bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.