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Welcome to The Boys of Summer Rental, a classic oceanfront cottage where you can unwind with direct access to the beach. Feel the breeze on your private deck or take in great sunset views from the sun deck while relaxing in one of four rocking chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants

Welcome to "The Boys of Summer Rental" a beloved oceanfront getaway with direct beach access and a fresh new look! Relax with sunset views from the deck, enjoy fast WiFi and smart TVs, and walk just 5 minutes to shops, restaurants, and groceries. Kid- and pet-friendly with a fully fenced yard!

Come see why guests return year after year to "The Boys of Summer rental"

The space
🏖 **Oceanfront Escape – Steps to the Sand!**

You won’t get any closer to the beach than this! Step directly from your **fenced-in yard to the ocean**—perfect for kids and pets. Take in **unforgettable sunsets** from the large sun deck or relax in the shade on the covered porch. Enjoy four rocking chairs, private lounge space for sunbathing, and a picnic table for al fresco dining with ocean views.

**Walk to Everything!**
Just a 5-minute walk to local **restaurants, shops, and a grocery store**—no need to drive!

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**Bright & Airy Beach Vibes Inside**

This home is designed to make the most of the view—with **panoramic ocean views** from the kitchen, dining area, and family room.

HDTV + Netflix
Super-fast WiFi
Dining table for 6 + bar seating
Fully equipped kitchen

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🛏 **4 Comfortable Bedrooms**

* **2 front bedrooms have sliding doors with oceanfront views**
* 1 King bed
* **Full-size washer & dryer** for your convenience

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**Pet-Friendly & Kid-Friendly**

* Fully fenced-in yard
* Up to **2 pets allowed**

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Whether you're lounging with a cocktail, watching the waves, or walking to town for dinner—this is the beach vacation you've been dreaming of.
If the dates you’re looking for are already booked, check out our other pet-friendly oceanfront property on 5507 E Beach Drive. It’s just a few doors down.

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7716346

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fully-fenced
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,157 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Visit our Oak Island travel guide
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Amazing sunset
    Caswell Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Aerial view of Ocean crest fishing pier at Oak Island NC. Looking at the pier and beach front.
    Ocean Crest Pier
    6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse
    Oak Island Lighthouse
    9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • This can be your view from a beach rental house on Holden Beach.
#LifeAtExpedia
    Holden Beach
    35 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Wrightsville Beach featuring general coastal views
    Wrightsville Beach
    59 min drive - 86.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    4 min drive
  • Koko Cabana
    4 min drive
  • Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill
    5 min drive
  • Salt64
    13 min walk
  • Old Bridge Diner
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Caswell Beach, Oak Island Golf Club and Ocean Crest Pier. Bay Beach and 57th Place West Access Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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OCEAN FRONT, 4BR, 2BA, FENCED YARD, PET FRIENDLY, Walkable to shops/restaurants Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 144 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Lou Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything needed was there and available. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Santie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at The Boys of Summer. Very roomy but also cozy! The kitchen was great, everything you need. The beds were comfortable. The fenced yard for our pet was the best! Great views of the ocean from the porch with lots of seating! We hope to be back! Jeff A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

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

Perfect spot on the beach

We had a short trip to Oak Island and really enjoyed this house!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Perfect location

We absolutely enjoyed our stay and cannot wait to return! The location is perfect.. right on the water, near restaurants and quiet! The dogs loved the fenced in yard, and we loved the massive deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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Wonderful location, so cozy!

We had a great time on our visit, everything was easy and such a great location! Convenient walking distance so many places. Very comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick V.

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Great stay on the beach

Great space, great area lots to see. Wonderful view spent lots of time on the deck.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

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Cozy beach house with a killer view

We enjoyed staying at "The Boys of Summer" beach house. The location can't be beat. It's steps from the beach, close to grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops. We enjoyed visiting the local lighthouse and nearby town of Southport too. The house was comfortable and perfect for our first family vacation with our dog. If you're looking to relax and just enjoy the beach this rental is worth checking out.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Absolutely wonderful

This place is exactly what we needed. Cute, clean, ocean view and pet friendly! I hope to stay here again upon our next return to Oak Island!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

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

Family get away

This was a perfect location for a family get away. We had easy access to the beach, a beautiful view and plenty of room for everyone to relax. My favorite moments were coffee at sunrise on the porch, even in December.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tamie H.

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Wonderful Vacation Home

The house was wonderful for our stay and the fenced in yard was perfect for our pups! The house was clean and stocked for our needs and the AC worked great. The renovated showers were excellent after a day of soaking in the sun at the beach. Beach access was an ease and the rocking chairs made the sunrises and sunsets very enjoyable. Mike and Chris were very responsive - we look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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Wonderful Location - Steps from the beach

We took a short trip for spring break with 2 teenagers and had a blast. Every day spent on the beach. This house is steps away from the sand. Very cute house, comfortable beds and stocked with all the towels and linens needed! Can’t wait for the next trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

stephanie g.

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Beautiful views

Our family enjoyed our week! Beautiful views and an awesome location… We will definitely stay again. Stephanie G. Shelby , NC
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

Relaxing week

It is right on the beach. It was chilly for North Carolina but I really enjoyed my time there. I did not have any problems with the unit and it was very clean. Hope to come back next year
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elysa C.

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Perfect Peaceful Place.

Great experience- house was even better than I hoped with the most incredible views. Host were quick to reply. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

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Perfect getaway

The Boys of Summer was the perfect place for our vacation with friends. The fenced in yard was great for the furbaby. Can’t beat being right on the beach with the most gorgeous sunsets! The house was clean and equipped with all the necessities. The beds were comfortable. Our hosts were very responsive. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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Run Oak Island

Came down with friends for the race and this place was perfect for us. Close to the starting line and had all the amenities we needed. The porch with the rockers over looking the ocean was the highlight!! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

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Steps to beach

Great, relaxed space to hang out right on the beach! You could hear the waves at night from two of the bedrooms. Our pup loved the fenced-in yard and pet-friendly stretch of beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

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KIer Family Summer Vacation 2024

The house was a great size for my family, I have 2 grown children with husbands, and then my mom and my Aunt actually slept in the “kids” room but it was wonderful having our pups with us it really made the trip for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

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A great trip

We very much enjoyed this cozy beach house! We are two couples, so it was wonderful to give each couple their own bed/bath area. The location is perfect! We found plenty of restaurants, beaches, and fun at this house. We also spent many hours just sitting on the porch watching the waves. Thank you for the full-size w/d! That’s a huge bonus!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Judi D.

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Wonderful Beach Stay

We have stayed in Edisto, Ocean Isle, and once before in Oak Island. This stay was the best of all of them! The house was well-equipped and clean. It had a fenced yard and was close to everything that we needed including a large dog park. The owners were very responsive to our questions during the inquiry process, and the check-in process, and answered questions once we arrived at their home. We would highly recommend this property for a wonderful beachfront vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

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Perfect Getaway

We loved every minute. The house was beautiful! We enjoyed the proximity of the shops and places to eat. The views from the bedrooms and living room were amazing. Luckily, the weather was nice, so we enjoyed eating at the picnic table, rocking on the porch, walking the beach, and relaxing in the hammocks. Our hosts were quick to respond & always very friendly. It was our first visit to Oak Island, and we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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Beautiful View!!

This stay was everything we wanted and more! Right on the ocean, the view was fantastic! Walking on the beach everyday was just what we wanted to do, very calming. The Boy of Summer house was exactly as described and pictured, you will not be disappointed. The town was beautiful to drive around and while (in January) a lot of restaurants were closed for off season, the places we went to were great. You can be confident of getting exactly what you want booking this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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Great beach house

Excellent place to stay, especially with a dog. Yard is fenced and back porch also has a gate. Very easy beach access from back yard of house. Able to easily transport supplies and dog back and forth. Great ocean view from porch. Walkable to great restaurants, 2 grocery stores, beach shop, and mini-golf. Town Park and Rec loaned us a beach wheelchair, which was also very helpful. You can also drive dog to nearby Caswell beach for off-leash time before 9 am.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Georgia S.

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Delightful week at the beach

This beach house gave us everything we were hoping for from our vacation. It was comfortable, cozy, and airy, with a layout that offered some alone time when we needed it. Best of all was its spot on the beach. Swimming often was effortless, and we got to experience lovely sunrises and sunsets every day. Just sitting on the porch watching a storm blow in felt special. We had one small need during our stay, and the hosts couldn't have been more responsive. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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Exactly what we needed for a getaway

Great stay at The Boys if Summer, even though summer is unfortunately long gone. Plenty of room in the house, comfortable bed and couch in the living room. Also very nice to see a place that has an actual large screen tv instead of a little tv in a corner. Yes I know it’s the beach but there are still some rainy cooler days where it’s nice to have it available.Yard was perfect sized for our four legged companion to be able to go out for nature calls. The two tiered deck was a nice feature with the deck chairs out in the full sun or having the option to sit under the covered portion.We would definitely recommend this location to anyone looking for a great location right on the beach and convenient to stores and shops without having other houses right on top of you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024