Escape to Healing Waters, an oceanfront retreat where you can unwind on the covered deck overlooking the Atlantic. Feel the soothing breeze and warm sand between your toes as you take a short stroll down the private walkway to the shoreline. With amenities like beach toys, chairs, a charcoal grill, and an open-air rinse shower with foot wash spigot nearby restaurants and shopping within driving distance.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 793 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cottage, Steps to the Beach
Open-concept living/dining/kitchen with ocean views
Smart TVs, electric fireplace, and games
Fully stocked kitchen: drip/K-cup coffee maker, blender, toaster, stock pot
Washer/dryer with iron and ironing board
Covered deck with Edison lights and picnic table
Beach gear: chairs, toys, binoculars
Linens included with beds made before arrival
Welcome bag with starter supplies provided
Oceanfront; Dog Friendly, Large Covered Deck overlooking the Ocean; Private Walkway; Binoculars; Electric Fireplace; Sleeps 7 in 3 Bedrooms: #1 Primary – Queen, EnSuite (Shower), #2 – 2 Twins; #3 – Full & Twin; Bedrooms #2 and #3 both have a Smart TV, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower/Hair Dryer; Stacked Washer/Dryer/Iron; Kid Friendly – High Chair, Pack n’ Play; Living Area – Smart TV, Games/Puzzles/Books; Dining Island for 6; Picnic Table on the Deck; Kitchen – Drip & K-cup Coffee Maker, Tea Kettle, Blender, Toaster, Stock Pot; Charcoal Grill; Open Air Rinse Shower & Foot Wash Spigot; Outdoor Shower (Hot/Cold) with Rain Shower Head; Beach Toys/Chairs; No paid parking at beach accesses because you are oceanfront; Short Drive to Restaurants / Shopping / Grocery, Gym (Daily/Weekly drop-ins); Rent Bikes/Golf Cart; Seasonal: Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks; Splash Pad; Farmer’s/Craft Markets; Short drive to Iconic Landmark OKI Lighthouse (Schedule Tour Ahead Online); 30 minutes to the Quaint Town of Southport.
Healing Waters. When you book a getaway, that is what you are looking for. Somewhere to relax & have fun. In this oceanfront cottage one of your favorite spots may be sitting on the deck, overlooking the ocean & feeling the effect of those Healing Waters. Smell that fresh salt air. Feel those salubrious breezes. Put your toes in the warm sand. Take a dip into the ocean, the Healing Waters. In the heat of the day, relax on the covered deck & take in all the beauty that being oceanfront affords. Oak Island is unusual on the East Coast in that we have a South facing beach. Bring your camera & coffee to watch the sun rise over the water & in the evening pour a glass of wine to watch the sun set, also over the water. As the sun disappears, the Edison lights on the deck create a relaxing mood.
There is a private walkway leading you over the 1st set of dunes to a path through the 2nd set of dunes to the shoreline. As you head down the walkway you may want to bring the binoculars from inside & sit on the bench to watch for dolphins playing in the water ahead of you. Zoom in to see the pelicans fly in formation & the gulls as they “laugh” at you. Grab the provided 6 chairs & beach toys as you head to enjoy the warmth of the sun & fun in the sand & water.
Unload your vacation supplies under the covered parking & head right up the stairs leading to the memories about to be made. Staying oceanfront also saves you from searching for parking at the beach accesses & during the season, having to pay to park once you find that space.
Enter to find an open concept kitchen, dining & living areas. The bright white, vaulted ceilings reflect the light from the windows flanking the back of the living area with views of the ocean. What an airy, relaxing vibe you feel already. In the comfortable living area, you can watch TV, play games, or relive the fun of the day by the ambiance of electric fireplace any time of year. Dividing the kitchen & living areas is an island with plenty of storage & seating for 6. You may choose alfresco dining at the picnic table on the deck. Preparing meals in this open concept kitchen allows for everyone to be together but enjoying their own activities. Small appliances include a drip/k-cup coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, toaster & stock pot to make those low county seafood boils.
To the left of the dining island is the stacked washer/dryer laundry center. Save room for souvenirs by packing lighter because you can wash your vacation clothes, swimsuits & towels as you use them. An iron & board are provided to look sharp & crisp for those dinners out. The Primary Bedroom, with ensuite, entry is directly off the dining area. This Primary with queen includes an ensuite with shower & hair dryer. Bedroom #2 has 2 twin beds, TV & a desk for mobile work or school. Bedroom #3 sleeps 3 in a full & twin bed; TV. The hall bath has a tub/shower combination with hair dryer & is shared by bedrooms 2 & 3.
Please note: Linens are included with your reservation and your beds will be made prior to your arrival. Also a Welcome Bag will be waiting for you upon your arrival with starter supplies which includes 2 trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher powder, washing machine powder, dish sponge, small shampoo and conditioner with bar of soap, make up remover, and 2 bottles of water.
Down the walkway & over the dunes we go… Healing Waters, here we come!
Pet Policy:
We’re happy to host dogs! Depending on the booking platform, the pet fee may not be included in your total and will be requested separately. A non-refundable $200 pet fee (up to 2 dogs, 80 lbs combined) is required and must be paid before check-in—access details will be sent once completed.
Maximum of 2 dogs. Unregistered pets will incur a $200 pet fee plus a $500 remediation fee.
Dogs must be up to date on vaccines and flea/tick prevention. No dogs on furniture or beds (additional cleaning fees may apply). Please bring a crate if needed; there is not one at the property.
Strictly no cats allowed.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Motor boating
Optional golf privileges
Surfing/bodyboarding
Tennis
Wildlife walks
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Swimming 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)
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the area
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Oak Island travel guide
Is Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cottage, Steps to the Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cottage, Steps to the Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cottage, Steps to the Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cottage, Steps to the Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cottage, Steps to the Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Caswell Beach, 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island. The Point and Ocean Crest Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cottage, Steps to the Beach Reviews
Reviews
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Great place on the beach! Loved the quiet atmosphere on the beach. The house was super clean and the host was very helpful. Would definitely stay here again! It was the perfect size for our group of four!
Ive stayed in many houses in Oak Island, this was one of my favorites. Cute little place in a great location, loved the close beach access. House was clean and had all the promised amenities, host was great with communication. Would definitely stay again!
Nichole K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jean T.
15 Jul 2024
Nice vacation!
Our family enjoyed the visit on Oak Island, NC. There was plenty to do but most of all, we liked having a house on the beach and staying together for a week! The itrip folks were helpful and prompt when we had any requests. We are happy to use them again to look into a family vacation stay. Unfortunately we had some stormy weather but still had a good time.
Jean T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Virginia F.
1 Jul 2024
Oak Island and Healing Waters are the Best!
This is our second year at Healing Waters. It is just perfect for our family of 5. No frills, but nicely maintained and all we need to enjoy a wonderful stay at the beach. We love it here!!! The beach is beautiful and the island has a lot of offer. We love that it is close to Southport for great shopping. This place is great and we’re already booked again for next year!
Virginia F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marcia C.
13 Aug 2024
Cozy accommodations
My family had a great time at Healing Waters on Oak Island. The beach wasn't busy. We had one issue with the guest toilet not working and they were there to fix it the same day. The house was clean. Thank you for providing us with a memorable vacation
Great location!!! Very cute cottage. Air conditioning was great. Shower curtain liner in the hall bath was really moldy, toilet didn’t flush well, and bedding was clean but stained and very worn. Coffee maker using pods did not work.
Mary is the best host I’ve ever had! I’ve stayed in Oak Island for about six years now and she is hands down the most accommodating host. The house was extremely clean (this was such a relief because I have worked with the property management company on the island -iykyk- and things were not clean whatsoever in past rentals). Mary is attentive and her home is so cozy. Her and her home definitely made this the best OKI trip I’ve ever had. I highly recommend and will refer Mary and her home to everyone!
Taylar H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Justin N.
27 Jun 2024
Healing Waters
This home was just what we needed for our week stay in Oak Island! We’ve stayed at several on the island over the years and this home far surpassed our expectations! Added bonus? The air actually works! Lol. It was in the perfect spot on the beach, the most relaxing deck with rockers & all in between! The property management was quick responses with whatever it was we needed as well! Book here. You won’t regret it. I can’t wait to come back next summer!
Justin N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 Jun 2024
Peaceful Memories
We just returned from a 3 day trip to OKI . We had a wonderful time and made some wonderful memories. Our son was home from Switzerland to enjoy the time with us. We stayed at Healing Waters. What a perfect name for the place. Spent lots of porch sitting time,sipping coffee and reminiscing. Walks on the beach were peaceful and pleasantAll of this was smoothly facilitated by the wonderful staff of iTrip. We were welcomed and given a great orientation of the house. A nice welcoming package contained all the “start up” supplies we needed and was waiting for us. ITrip took care of all our needs and even exceeded our expectations. They made sure that we had everything we needed to insure a great time together. I can readily recommend iTrip for the arrangement of your next vacation. Warm regards and sincere thanks iTrip staff!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kelly N.
17 Jun 2024
A Gem of a Property!
We were incredibly pleased with Healing Waters! While it is one of the older homes on the island, it has clearly been well cared for over the years! The home was very clean, nicely appointed and made good use of space. We thought we'd need the picnic table for dinners for our group of 7, but the island was comfortable and easily seated 7 (with the help of an extra stool we found in the pantry!) The master bathroom is quite small, but the outdoor shower helped alleviate that situation, as there was no way my 6'5" 240lb husband was going to fit in that shower stall! The hallway bathroom had a broken towel ring and was not furnished with a hand towel, but we made due with paper towels. The only true problem we had during out stay was very minor (the hose had a hole in it,) but was fixed less than 18 hours after we advised of the issue. Great service! My only true complaint is that the home was changed to pet friendly with no notification after we had signed the contract for a 100% pet free home. I was assured that the home would be thoroughly cleaned, including all bedding, as my son has a dog allergy. I am assuming this was done, as we had no issues. This change will make this house unusable for us in the future, which is unfortunate because it is truly a gem. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Perfect location and super easy check-in/out process! We had a fantastic time as a family for our beach vacation. We even got to see sea turtles born and excavation!
The location was perfect for a quiet and simple beach getaway. No fancy Bella and whistles and the A/C struggled a little on very hot days, but the house was nicely furnished and had all of the kitchen and beach amenities that we needed.
Kevin C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer L P. P.
8 Jun 2025
Healing Waters
We have been coming to Oak Island for years and I have been staying at Healing Waters for 4 years. It is always wonderful! The house is so quaint, peaceful, and on the beach!
Jennifer L P. P.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Gina M.
3 Jun 2025
Great Stay! Could use a little updating
We had a great time during our stay at Healing Waters. Everything was set for our stay and being on the beach was amazing. The house could definitely use some updates though given the cost you pay for your stay - the inside furnishings looks pretty worn and many cooking items in kitchen were put away dirty. For the cost, not sure we would stay here again.
Gina M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Geneva W.
28 May 2024
Healing Waters
The house was very clean and it was decorated with good taste. We would definitely stay there again. We had everything we could possibly need.
Mary's property was great!. Clean, modern and a great spot. Perfect for anyone from a solo traveler to a family of six.
Brett J.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
D L.
4 Sept 2018
Wonderful
We very much enjoyed the privilege of staying in this freshly renovated and tastefully decorated home. It has a beautiful ocean view, a very nice porch, and has a well-stocked kitchen for making family dinners. We had a very happy stay.
This was our 2nd year in this beach home and it was great. The house is clean, great location, and the host is awesome! She checks in and communicates with her guests.
Very happy with my stay in oak island. The place was exactly as explained in the listing. It was a great pleasure to stay here and look forward to the next time.
Wonderful house and, great location!! The outdoor shower is perfect with the rain shower head! If you are staying longer then a week you need to buy extra toilet paper, trash bags, and paper towels. I wish it had a iron. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it.
We had a wonderful time at Healing Waters. The beach cottage is just perfect. Nicely maintained and updated and just the right size for our family of 5. Direct beach access is fantastic. Mary was wonderful as we had a few bumps in the beginning of the trip. We highly recommending staying here if you have the chance. Wonderful!!
Healing Waters cottage was a great place for our group of four to stay. Clean and well appointed and right on the beach! The host and property manager were very responsive and everything was exactly as we hoped. We would definitely consider staying there again!