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POOL MIDTOWN - Walking distance to beach, parks, restaurants and shopping

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Front of home with patio area and comfortable seating
Front of home
Large driveway with plenty of parking.
Relax with your morning coffee or an evening glass of wine.
Comfortable living room seating for the entire family.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6101.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #1 (Primary)

1 King Bed

Bedroom # 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

POOL MIDTOWN - Walking distance to beach, parks, restaurants and shopping

Arrive and Revive when you experience the tranquility of Oak Island in comfort at The Crab Shack. The Crab Shack is impeccably clean and perfect for families. With a large, private, fenced back yard, your pups are welcome too! We even have a doggie door. The moment you walk in the door, you can almost hear the house whisper "Welcome Home".

Whether spending the day at the beach, shelling, fishing or sunbathing, coming "home" to The Crab Shack after a busy day of fun will delight you. With thoughtful amenities throughout the home, comfortable beds and plenty of space to spread out, you'll not want to go back home at the end of your vacation.

We have televisions in the living room and all three bedrooms which are "smart" tv's or Roku-enabled. You're welcome to use your own apps.

Guests will have access to the entire home, except for two owner's closets inside, and an outside storage building. (Sorry, the covered golf cart in the garage is not available to guests).

Other things to note
Be sure to bring beach towels and beach gear!

The primary guest must be at least 26 years old.

Your dogs are welcome! We charge $100 per dog and have a limit of two dogs. A separate fee request will be sent upon booking for guests who plan to bring their dogs.

In addition to the amenities listed, we also have a crockpot and countertop ice maker!

Linens will be provided by a separate linen service.

You'll have a starter supply bathroom tissue, paper towels, trash bags and more to begin your vacation. Please let us know in advance if there are any items we can help with to ensure your comfort..

Property manager

Jenna Boyle
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$100 per pet - Prior approval by manager
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking only
Outdoor Security Cameras in front and back yard.
Please pick up after your pets in the yard. If pets are to be allowed on furniture, please bring a blanket to cover furniture. NO PETS IN THE POOL.
Only registered guests are permitted use of the pool due to insurance regulations.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Oak Island

Located near 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 some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Magic Mountain Fun Park and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Southport Marina - 19 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Salt 64 - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does POOL MIDTOWN - Walking distance to beach, parks, restaurants and shopping have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is POOL MIDTOWN - Walking distance to beach, parks, restaurants and shopping pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at POOL MIDTOWN - Walking distance to beach, parks, restaurants and shopping?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at POOL MIDTOWN - Walking distance to beach, parks, restaurants and shopping?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is POOL MIDTOWN - Walking distance to beach, parks, restaurants and shopping located?

Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Caswell Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Ocean Crest Pier and Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Visitors Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Everything and more!

The house was everything we wanted and could have needed! All was as described in the listing and the amenities were more than what we had anticipated. The pool was great and our first night were surprised at how beautifully the backyard and pool were lit up. After accidently locking ourselves out, our host and co-host provided immediate response and were at the property within the half hour to get us back in. The neighborhood is clean and quiet and I love how the back yard backs up to a wooded area. The linen service was surprisingly excellent...the towels were exceptionally soft and plush. The kitchen was fully functional with pots/pans, plates, coffee maker, small cooking appliances, etc. The AC was consistent and sufficient in keeping the house cool during the week of our stay when outside temps were hitting 100+. Being our first time on Oak Island, we loved the area and selecting this home for our stay really just made it all the more special to spend time with family. Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felecia H.

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

Awesome Home & Host!

This home was great! We enjoyed our stay last year very much. The property manager was awesome to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

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

Beach getaway

Great house, close to the beach and shops. It has everything you need plus a pool. Thank you Jenna and Mariha.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great place!

The house was great! Had one small issue with the pool but Jenna was extremely responsive and got it fixed quickly! Would highly recommend and plan on staying here in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

Great Stay/Great House

This home is exactly what we needed. Very accurately described. Clean and beautiful. Most importantly close to the beach. The kitchen has everything you need. Pool was great also. Our dog loved the fenced-in backyard. Not one bad thing to say.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryHelen L.

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

Perfect Getaway

House was well stocked and clean. Beds were super comfy. And pool was added bonus! Loved how close it was to the beach and we enjoyed playing all the board games. They had quite a selection!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Summer Family Vacation

We decided on a last minute beach trip and wanted to bring our furry family member and this cute place was available! The house was the perfect size for 5 people and a pet. Great, quiet neighborhood for walking & biking. Was a short, easy walk to the beach. The pool was a fabulous addition and perfect way to end a long day at the beach. Kitchen had everything we needed...loved the countertop ice maker! And the doggie door! This was a great place to kick off our summer season! Would definitely book again! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

M T.

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

Great getaway

Had a great few days at this property. Well appointed kitchen, lovely pool, comfy furniture, great water pressure. Ideal location, was able to walk to so many places using quiet back roads, including the beach. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

becky L., Seekonk, Massachusetts, USA

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

Blue House winter 2023

Property is very well presented in the listing. The only surprise was the access to the back yard, which is through the Master bedroom. Made sleeping in tough! LOL. We were also having a hard time with TV access, but the property manager Mariah was amazing!! She came by and sat with us, gave us a tutorial and then the "year-round resident" view of local eateries, etc. We tried several of her suggestions and loved them. Neighbors are very friendly. We had a play date with neighbors german shepard pup and told of a dog park on the way to Southport that was awesome. This is our second year in the neighborhood and love how easy it is bike, quiet and friendly!. We used Mr. Beach bike rentals and they drop off and pick up right to the driveway. I walked to the beach with the dog. We stayed three weeks in February .
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Little Blue House

We had a great week! The fenced-in yard was wonderful for our fur-babies in addition to not having to worry about carpet. Also, we rented a golf cart and made it to the beach each day in a jiffy! The owner spoke with us by phone to answer questions about the TV and was so nice. We loved our stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christyn B.

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

Exactly as described

Loved our stay at Crab Shack. It was exactly as listed. The prip
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Perfect!

We had an amazing time! The house is perfect, the beds are incredibly comfortable, the neighborhood was friendly and very quiet. You can walk to the beach, the inter coastal waterway, and there’s a great local restaurant for breakfast right up the street. The beach was pretty and wide. We had fun surf fishing. Our dog loved the fenced in yard and his own doggy door. We loved morning coffee and hanging with our dog on the back patio. The kitchen had everything we needed. The neighborhood would be great for riding bicycles (I’ll take those next time!) Nancy is available for any concerns, but we never had to ask her anything because all the answers are in a nice three ring notebook on the kitchen cabinet. We will definitely go back! Wonderful place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Spring Break Getaway

Spent 3 nights there with a friend but wish we’d spent all week. House is very clean, appliances seem new, and the mattresses were so comfy after a day fishing and kayaking. Wish my dog had been there because the fenced yard is huge and the back door is accessed from the main bedroom and has a large dog door. We kayaked the ICW which is a 2 minute drive, and fished the Yaupon Pier which is a 5 minute drive. My favorite “extra” was the countertop ice maker! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

February visit

We spent the month of February at this property, We purchased a home in Oak Island and stayed at this property for the month waiting for the closing and getting organized for the move. I highly recommend staying at this property. Nancy was wonderful to work with and communication was excellent. The house was clean, comfy and stocked with all that we needed. It’s extremely pet friendly including a lovely dog door that my dog learned how to use and enjoyed going out into the fenced in yard. We noticed in the garage there is a plentiful supply of beach toys and items. The neighborhood is quiet and we enjoyed meeting the neighbors. The location is close to beach access and to the grocery store. We even booked a return week long visit in March. Thank you Nancy for your hospitality.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H., North Carolina

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

Great Stay!

Beach house was perfect for our fall weekend stay. Home is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood. Fenced in yard was nice for the pups. There is a Publix and several restaurants close by. Really appreciated the small details like: bath soap, coffee pods/sugar, etc. Easy check in/out. Very Clean. Owner was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lahoma J.

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

Great stay!

The house was clean, nicely decorated, quiet street, safe. We are planning to go back again! I would recommend this house to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Enjoyable Rental

Everything you would need was available at the rental. The assortment of dishes was excellent. I will stay there again if I plan to return to Oak Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Place In a Fantastic Location!

This is such a great house for a trip to Oak Island. We loved the fenced in back yard, the fact that it's pet friendly, and the outdoor shower for getting rinsed off after a day at the beach. Inside, there's plenty of space in the three bedrooms, lots of games for the whole family in the living room and good space for working in the kitchen. The owner, Nancy, was extremely responsive and helped us work through the one hiccup we had upon arrival. The location is good, only a couple blocks walk down to the beach (or a very short drive to several different beach access areas). Also a very short drive to grocery stores, restaurants, ice cream shops, etc. Overall, I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gaelen K.

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

Great home & Dog Friendly

Wow! First, before I get into how great our stay was and how much we loved the house; let me take a moment to talk about our host, Nancy Chapman. Nancy was absolutely incredible from the moment we got to Oak Island to the day that we left. She was so incredibly accommodating - she made sure everything was in perfect working order, she provided us with excellent recommendations and checked on us throughout the week to make sure we were having a great time and to see if we needed anything. Now, back to the house. This was our first year coming to Oak Island and I know we will be back. The house is within a neighborhood with a mix of older houses that look like they were built in the 60's/70's/80's and much newer houses that are built raised up one story to protect from flooding and storm surge. Our house was one that was built in an earlier time and had been there for many, many years. It really is a great little beach house that is two blocks from the center of town. You are 5 blocks from Publix, 4 blocks from the beach access and 2 blocks from Dairy Queen. If you can rent a golf cart from somewhere, that would be a great addition to getting around, but a car is fine too. The back yard was really spacious for our dog and she loved it. It was also great to have a gas grill with a full propane tank. It made grilling outdoor a snap and something we could do very quickly. That helped maximize our time at the beach as we didn't have to come home early to get the charcoal going 30-45 minutes in advance. The last thing I will say has nothing to do with the house at all. Do yourself a favor and look up Quicksand Beach Concierge. Best money we spent all vacation. They set up your entire beach set up every day at 8AM and then they take it back down around 5:30 - 6 PM.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

kim a.

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

Great house

House was great and very clean. Nice to have a fenced yard for dog. Nancy was very friendly and helpful! Would be even better if house came with use of golf cart to get to beach. However, beach, restraints and stores all within walking distance just hard to get across main road when walking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Clean house and Great Stay

House was close to the beach and close to the restaurants on the island. Check in process was extremely easy and the house was clean upon arrival. The neighborhood was quiet and we had a great stay. Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

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

Great little pet friendly house. Loved it! Nancy was fantastic!

Wonderful pet friendly house. Close to everything. Nancy was awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kendra B.

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

Spacious, quiet, and great location

This was our first time visiting Oak Island and it did not disappoint! The place we stayed at was a perfect distance from the beach and was close to a lot of shops and places to eat as well. The fenced in backyard was a key feature we highly enjoyed with our 2 dogs. We plan on coming back again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

sandy h.

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

The place with everything

Great accommodations. Anything you might need durring your stay, was supplied. Honestly I really over packed since Nancy had thought of everything we might need. Even down to shampoo & conditioners,doggie door for dogs,etc. The bed was a dream, I recently had spinal surgery & the mattress in the master bedrm was the best I've ever slept on. The furnishings & decor was excellent quality, comfy & great taste. I rent a place 2x a year for 5 yrs now & this place is now number 1 overall best.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

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

Quiet neighborhood beach get away.

My wife, myself and our dogs were very comfortable in this beach house. Fenced yard was great for dogs. Property close to beach but in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jenna Boyle

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Why they chose this property

The Crab Shack is centrally located near the middle of Oak Island in a quiet, comfortable neighborhood. We are just minutes from the beach, the Intercoastal Waterway, restaurants, stores and ice cream shops.

What makes this property unique

Getting around on Oak Island is easy. In addition to traditional vehicles, we find that our guests enjoy walking, biking, or even renting an E-Bike or golf cart. (please keep in mind that golf cart drivers and passengers must follow the same rules of the road as cars, and are not allowed on streets with a speed limit greater than 35 mph).

Whatever your mode of transportation, you'll find you are greeted everywhere you go by a smile or a friendly wave.

Languages:

English

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