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"4 All Seasons" located at 
3502 East Oak Island Drive
Welcome to our home '4 All Seasons'
Relax and listen to the beach on the front porch rockers.
Great Room with TV cabinet, recliner.  Open to dining room.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Garden Room

1 Queen Bed

Nautical Room

2 Single Beds

Sea Life Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Make GREAT Memories at this Relaxing Getaway

A Place “4 All Seasons”

Get away from it all at this charming one level home. Situated on Oak Island Drive, nestled in the trees on a corner lot, '4 All Seasons' is centrally located yet tucked away from the hustle and bustle. In just six to eight blocks, you'll be at a beautiful stretch of sandy beach. Not quite in sight of the ocean, yet easily within earshot, you'll want to sit back, relax and take it easy in the rockers on either the covered front porch or the screened in back porch.

This comfortable home features like new furniture and decor. Centrally heated and cooled, you will enjoy the openness and natural light in the living and dining room with the double windows and bay window. Just turn on the ceiling fan and relax in front of the cable smart television (with DVD), read a good book while resting in the recliner, or play a board game provided.

Keep in touch with family and friends on the wireless high-speed internet. Or, if you must, take care of a little business. Just remember, the reason you are here is to relax, relax, relax!

The kitchen is well equipped and conveniently laid out for ease of preparation. It features ceramic tile floors and all the necessary appliances to create an unforgettable family meal. Take time to enjoy some morning Joe with our 12 cup, 4 cup coffee pot, or our 12 cup Keurig coffee maker. The dining room, decorated with a shell theme, features a rattan glass top table with seating for six.

The home features three comfortable bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom has light wood furniture and features a triple dresser and queen bed with plush mattresses, four pillows (2 have feather). It is decorated in a rock garden
theme and has a walk-in closet. Relax or take a nap under the ceiling fan. Wake up to the sounds of your favorite CD on the CD/radio alarm clock or turn the smart TV onto your favorite station. The master bath features a garden tub and window to let in the morning sun.

The second bedroom features a white bead-board bed with matching chest-of-drawers. It is decorated with a nautical theme complete with a surfboard floor lamp and ceiling fan. A perfect retreat for children, this room has a trundle bed and a smart TV with DVD/VHS. Multiple games and books therein for their enjoyment.

The third bedroom is decorated with a sea life theme. The off-white wicker furniture features a queen bed and a matching chest-of-drawers. Relax as the ceiling fan cools you down and watch the cable smart TV.

The second bath is brightly decorated in a beach motif and features a long window over the shower to bring in the natural light.

Once the day is done, wash the sand from your clothes in the washer and dryer located in the laundry room where you will also find in the cabinets many DVD’s, VHS, books, magazines and puzzles.

By the way, don't miss out on eating out on the deck complete with a seven-piece dining set. Enjoy a home cooked meal with barbecuing on the gas grill provided.

While located on the main road, the double paved drive is conveniently located on the side of the house for ease of entry and exit.

Just minutes away, you will find conveniently located paid public parking at several beach access areas. Paid parking started 2023 and runs from April 1 to September 30 from 9a to 5p. Handicap parking is free at all times in designated spaces and with handicap sign or tag. Other times and dates parking is free. The family-friendly beach has no high rises, few condos, and limited commercial areas. Enjoy a relaxing walk, jog, bike ride, miniature golf, boating, fishing from one of the two piers, experience skydiving at the local airport, or simply catch up on your reading or work on your tan. Enjoy the calming sounds of the ocean, stroll along the sandy beaches, wiggle your toes in the sand, or build sandcastles. While having fun on the beach, please remember to protect our sea turtle nests, pick up your trash, and do not walk on the dunes built up to protect our beaches. Access the QR code at each beach access to become aware of any rip current warnings. Stay safe while having fun.

Since Oak Island is a south facing beach, you can enjoy both the sunrise and the sunset over the ocean. A favorite place to enjoy either is from one of the piers sitting comfortable on a bench. You may be interested in visiting the Veteran's Memorial Park to honor and remember our veterans, fish off the pier, or watch the sunset while swinging in the swings there.

Nearby restaurants abound, but for those desiring to have a home cooked meal, you will find most everything you will need at Food Lion and Publix on the island or Lowe’s Food or Wal-Mart on the mainland. Getting that special ice cream at the Dairy Queen or the many other places will be a great treat!

Other things that may interest you on the island are numerous churches, parks, the nature center, and recreation center. You will also find a lighthouse, Coast Guard Station, public golf course, tennis courts, and a variety of interesting shops. There are a lot of beach rental places for a wide variety of excursions. You can also book a deep sea fishing trip. Children will enjoy the Middleton Park playground and the splash pad/playground just behind the police station. Also, behind the police department, you will find the cabana for Friday night live music and Monday open air market during season. Nearby is located a new skatepark.

Just 7 miles away is the quaint town of Southport where movies are made, and ghost walks are exciting. Known for their many antique shops and rich history exploring, the city is packed with fun and adventure. A movie theater is located between Oak Island and Southport.

For those of you loving a good yard sale, much pleasure awaits you! You don’t even have to get a newspaper, since only one main road serves the main island and one the ocean front, just look for the many signs. You’ll also find treasures at the many thrift stores in the area.

Enjoy a great day trip to Bald Head Island, the Wilmington, Carolina, Kure beaches, or Fort Fisher by ferry. The ferry trip alone is a great experience, especially for children, as they feed the seagulls and feel the wind in their face. While at Fort Fisher, you can explore the museum and battlefield and make memories having a picnic lunch under the Yaupon trees overlooking the beach. Many enjoy the education opportunity at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.

So pack your bags and leave your worries behind to enjoy the comforts of home at this charming home '4 All Seasons'. Just like the name indicates, this home is perfect for any time of the year or any season of the year.

Keywords: This comfortable, clean, tastefully decorated home is a great little get-away for a week or a few days at any time of the year. Thus, the name 4 All Seasons. Convenient to the beach, restaurants, fishing piers, a light house, and much more. A place for rest and relaxation with many opportunities for activities and day trips. Kick off your shoes and make yourself at home without breaking the bank. Rockers await you on the front porch and screened in back porch. Non-smokers, minimum 25 years of age to rent, NO Pets or animals of all types, NO linens provided. Discuss departure cleaning and damage protection with the owner.

Property manager

VALERIE DORSETT

Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please free to contact me at 919-704-6461

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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 in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport 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 - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 14 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Salt 64 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make GREAT Memories at this Relaxing Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Make GREAT Memories at this Relaxing Getaway?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Make GREAT Memories at this Relaxing Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make GREAT Memories at this Relaxing Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Make GREAT Memories at this Relaxing Getaway located?

Located in Long Beach, this golf holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Caswell Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and 57th Place West Access Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kiesha G.

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

July Family Vacation

Staying in "4 All Seasons" was like staying with an old friend. Valerie was very welcoming from the moment we made the reservation. When we arrived at the beach house, we found it to be a cozy and well-appointed home. There was just enough room for our family of 6 (2 adults, a 4yr old, 10yr old, and 2 16yr olds). We particularly enjoyed the screened in back porch and the garden tub in the master bath. The beach is a walkable distance of about 10-15min, but we preferred to drive due to the number of things we had to carry. You do have to pay to park at the public beach access points, but it's free after 5pm which was perfect for us. We spent from 5-sunset each day at the beach and during those hours we pretty much had the beach to ourselves. The beach was much more crowded during the day. Overall, we enjoyed Oak Island. There are plenty of shops and restaurants on the island and it's convenient to Southport and other local coastal towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

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

Oak Island getaway

Property and owners were great-this was the perfect extra place to supplement our beach house when we found out we’d have extras along that we didn’t originally anticipate. Communication was great and property was just what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan K.

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

Nice clean place to stay

The house was very clean and quiet. The owners were very responsive to my questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Great cottage stay!

The home was beautiful! Plenty of room along with all the amenities we could ask for - very comfortable. The location was a central drive to the village, beach and other areas of our interest. We enjoyed the quietness offered during the evening hours - very nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandra D.

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

Perfect place to stay

This place was prefect for our family getaway. The kitchen is very well-stocked. The furniture is clean and comfortable. The screened-in back porch is perfect for morning coffee and quiet evenings and shelter from the rain and bugs. We did not have a want for anything. The owners are very communicative and friendly. We really enjoyed our trip and will be back to this same property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Chicago, IL

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

Great location

The home was in a fantastic location and an easy 5 min drive to the beach. We were never there during the day so cannot comment on traffic noise, etc. I can say it was not a bother at night. Interior was as described online. It was a very nice home in a great location, and we would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

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

Wonderful visit!

We had a short-but-sweet (3+ full days) stay at "4 All Seasons". The house was sparkling clean, comfortable, nicely decorated with a charming beach theme, and the size was just right for the 4 of us. Because the house is on a corner of a main road there is some road noise at different times of the day, but it wasn’t problematic for us. We discovered that the house is stocked with things to do: dozens of DVDs, CDs, puzzle books, board games, etc. But realistically, if you’re staying there you’re most likely heading to the beach! OKI beach just might be one of our new favorites: it is family-friendly, clean, un-crowded, and offers free parking! Definitely a “locals” vibe rather than touristy. Valerie is a great host, very responsive, accommodating, and friendly; she made us feel like we were staying at a friend’s house. We had an enjoyable stay, and can easily recommend “4 All Seasons” for your visit to Oak Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

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

Peaceful

We feel very cozy at this beach house! Will definitely use it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kendra L.

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

Perfect house for our family. Very clean had everything you need at a house.

Great communication with owner. Loved the screened in back porch. Beautiful house very close to grocery stores and beach. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Perfect beach vacation

My family had a wonderful time at this property. Valerie kept in contact with us and every question I had she got right back to me. The house is immaculate and so tastefully decorated. The kitchen is equipped for anything you want to cook and has plenty of room. The outside screened porch was perfect to sit on and unwind from a day at the beach. We didn’t watch a lot of tv but if you wanted to the house has internet and smart TVs . Thankfully we had good weather but if it had been rainy the house had enough board games and movies to keep you entertained. My only suggestion for travelers would be to rent a golf cart in advance, they were sold out when we got there. We drove our car to the beach access . It is walkable but we had a lot of stuff. Overall this is a wonderful property and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwen M.

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

We love this home & Oak Island

It was our first time to the area and we love it! The home was beautiful and a great location. The host Valerie was very helpful, accommodating and caring.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zhuo X.

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

A very relaxing stay

The house is very clean and family orientated, well decorated with ocean themes. We enjoys it a lot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Larisa R., Greensboro,NC

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

BEAUTIFUL !!!

I and my husband, retired couple, were very happy to stay in "4AllSeasons" for our short beach/ocean retreat. The host Valerie was very nice and easy to communicate with ,she was very helpful with all that tips and instructions for us to better orienting in the area. The house is so beautiful and cozy and also so very clean ( and I am very picky person about cleanness ) It was Perfection!!! The location is great, in quiet nice neighborhood, 1min drive to the beach, very convenient and if some day we will come back to the island we would love to stay here again. Thank you,Valerie, for such a nice job to keep your house so welcoming for visitors, clean and so beautiful! We did enjoy it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Floyd R.

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

Great place to relax

Very Professional
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dot P.

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

Great place

This is a great place to stay. Owner was very helpful and timely. Had every thing we needed. Great back porch that we used every morning and night. Will stay again if in Oak Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

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

A Comfortable and Welcome Home Away from Home

The Dorsetts obviously have put their hearts into sharing this beautifully and comfortably decorated and stocked home with all the personal touches and bountifully stocked amenities....and then some. We felt like we were staying with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne B.

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

We loved he place! It was exactly what the pictures perceived it to be!

The property was beautiful! Very clean and welcoming! Valerie was wonderful and we would come back and stay at her place another time! Thank you for posting exactly what we would be paying for. It was worth every penny!! Thanks Again! Roxanne and Doug Burton
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Great place to rent

Valerie was great. The house was perfect for our needs. Location was close enough to walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rick and Dee D.

Comfortable and convenient

We thoroughly enjoyed our two months stay. This conveniently located home has all the amenities we look for to satisfy our creature comforts. Comfortable beds and a well stocked kitchen. Valerie was very helpful and responsive to our questions when we first arrived and throughout our stay..

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M., Louisville

Beautiful home! Clean and well appointed. Owners great to work with. Perfect location!

This is a lovely home and just entering you felt like you had been invited to stay with friends, not a sterile or noisy hotel. Everything you need is there! Just bring your own linens...and it’s just like home. Close proximity to the beach, restaurants and grocery. I highly recommend this as a home away from home! I stayed a month for work, then had to leave, but now I’d like to return for a vacation!! Comfy beds, cute beach decor and I loved the screened back porch and rocking chairs and all the great books to read. Loved it all!!
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Awesome Place to Stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was great, short drive or walk to the beach. The place is very clean and very well kept. The owner was great and answered any questions we had very quickly. We will be looking to reserve this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Absolutely perfect!!

This place was absolutely beautiful and right in the middle of everything. Reasonable priced and the owners are awesome!! Thank y’all so much for our first stay at Oak Island. We will definitely be back!! Everything was fully furnished and perfect. We couldn’t ask for a better place to stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chin Ting I.

Beautiful charming house!

An easy walk to the beach and beautiful decorated house! My family and I truly enjoyed our stay here! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Wonderful Experience

I would recommend this beach house to anyone. It is beautiful, fully equipped and in a very central location. We spent the past week there and it was wonderful. And the owners are so nice. I will definitely return to Oak Island and already thinking about a long weekend in the fall at $ All Seasons. What a great first time experience at Oak Island.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

4 All Seasons is Awesome!

The house was immaculate. Decorated beautifully. Fully stocked kitchen with anything you would want or need. The beds were very comfortable. Very comfortable pillows. Very convenient to beach and to stores. Our family truly enjoyed our stay and did not want to leave. Felt like I was coming home as soon as I walked through the door. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your wonderful home.

About the host

Hosted by VALERIE DORSETT

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I have enjoyed many great visits and made many happy memories with our children over the past 37 years at Oak Island. Our 4 children partially gave us the inspiration to name our home '4 All Seasons'. The other reason is because, with them, we have enjoyed all four seasons of the year.

By profession, I am a recently retired neonatal nurse. I worked 40+ years at a local hospital. Being retired I look forward to spending more time at the beach and volunteerimg in the community. I have been a leader with the Boy Scout of America for over 30 years. I enjoy a variety of handcrafts and collecting. Shell collecting being one of my favorites!

My husband has recently retired from the US Postal Service with over 40 years of continuous service. His passion is reading. He loves a trip to the pier to watch the sunset over the ocean.

Why they chose this property

We started going to Oak Island over 37 years ago. It was not long before my husband and I realized that we would love to have a second home on Oak Island. We loved the family atmosphere, and the less commercialized area offered at OKI. We love how close it is to so many awesome activities but mostly we enjoy relaxing and spending time with our family. Sometimes just a little getaway by ourselves is most welcomed. Actually this is the second vacation home we have owned at OKI. We started out in a smaller home and as the family grew we decided to build this home.

What makes this property unique

Our home is about 6-8 blocks from the beach. A short walk or bike ride will have you at it's sandy shore. Convenient free parking is available at several areas if you go by car. Sometimes we enjoy area attractions and within a hour drive you can be at several other beaches which offers lots of shopping, entertainment shows, race car tracks, water slides and the like. We find browsing in the many antique shops, in nearby Southport, like going down memory lane. On lots of Saturday mornings we can't wait to go treasure hunting at the many, easy to find, yard sales. We enjoy a few quite minutes simply sitting back on a bench at the Oak Island pier watching the sun set. While my husband enjoys just relaxing in the gentle breeze at the beach, just listening to the calming sounds of the ocean waves, and our children play in the sand or surf in the beach, I enjoy looking for shells. There's no telling how many wonderful shells I have found. I have learned many of their common names. My favorite, and not so hard to find at OI, is the 'baby's ear' shell. (Maybe because it reminds me of the babies I take care of.) We also enjoy every season and holiday at the beach. I am fair skin so I'm not one for laying out in the sun much. It is no surprise that I would also enjoy cooler months. Can you imaging Christmas at the beach? It is so surreal to see the twinkling of Christmas lights at the beach. Our children have had many a visit from the 'Easter Bunny' at the beach and participated in the annual community Easter Egg hunt at Middleton Park. It is also great to start out the New Year at the beach. Of course, any time through the summer, Memorial Day and Labor Day are great too. Lighthouse tours are available and what fun we had on the Ghost Tour in Southport. Mainly getting away from the worries and woes of home is the one of the main draws to drive to Oak Island. It's our sanctuary and a dream come true!

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