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Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island

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This charming duplex welcomes you with a large screened-in back porch and comfortable bedrooms. Relax on the porch or stroll 2½ blocks to beach access, where you can enjoy the sun and surf.

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9.0 out of 10
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Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6263 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | Lower-Level Duplex
    1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Double-over-double Bunk Bed

    Four flat screen TV's with extended cable, wireless internet. Tile floor in main living, dining, kitchen, and bathrooms. The carpeting in bedrooms. Large screened-in back porch with access from two bedrooms. Well-appointed home with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, dining for six at the table plus four stools at the kitchen bar. Baby gate. Approximately 2½ blocks to beach access. Gas and charcoal grills. Few steps to Shagger Jack's restaurant and other businesses. Corn hole game. Parking for two cars, boats cannot be parked at the property. Property only allows 1 small dog (20 lbs or less) per stay. Off-season monthly but pets MUST be approved prior.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)

General

  • Unit size: 2,832 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Yaupon Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling. Visit our Oak Island travel guide
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach
    Caswell Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse
    Oak Island Lighthouse
    6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Holden Beach
    Holden Beach
    37 min drive - 52.6 km
  • Wrightsville Beach
    Wrightsville Beach
    57 min drive - 83.4 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    14 min walk
  • Salt64
    20 min walk
  • Jumpin' Java
    4 min drive
  • Paul's of Oak Island
    3 min drive
  • Koko Cabana
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island located?

This family-friendly Oak Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Caswell Beach and Oak Island Golf Club. Bay Beach and Smith Island Museum of History are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nicely decorated and close to the beach

The outdoor screened porch was great with my dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L M.

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

Awesome

Awesome property only a few blocks from the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Joyce’s Dream was a Vacationer’s Dream!

I booked this house to use for a family & friends vacation and it could not have been more perfect for us! The house was well stocked with everything we needed - including beach chairs! We did end up renting a golf cart to use for our stay as the walk was a bit for far for my elderly grandparents in the August heat and humidity (and with all of our gear, it was just the right decision). Being able to bring our dog was another awesome bonus and helped to save us money from boarding. The air conditioner worked well and was a welcome reprieve at the end of a long day on the beach, and we were especially grateful that W/D were included. We greatly enjoyed the patio furniture in the front AND back of the house, with the screened in back porch keeping us protected from bugs while also allowing us to enjoy some cooler nights outside. The kitchen table provided a great surface to play games and enjoy meals together, and the open floor plan allowed us to still enjoy each others company while cooking or doing things on our own. At the end of the street sits a brewery and two restaurants, along with several vendors for fresh seafood within walking distance. The finishing touches were the two end tables that also served as dog crates! While we did not use them during our stay, they could definitely come in handy for another stay. Last but not least, the house comes with several grills, one of which is a large propane grill that we utilized several nights. Great pans, tasteful decor, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great place to stay

House was as advertised. Clean and comfortable. We had a short weekend and the weather was wet but we had a good time. Plenty of games to keep the kids busy. Nice yard for the dog to run outside. Looking forward to going back hopefully when the weather is better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia P.

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

Vac

Good location. But did have a problem with master bathroom toilet, reported it bit nobody came out to fix it
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph B.

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

Very nice

Close to everything in oak island
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandie G.

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

Beautiful, clean home!

We had an amazing, relaxing week. The perfect family vacation on Oak Island. Super cute house, centrally located, clean and well kept. We definitely would stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve K.

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

Wonderful vacation!

We absolutely loved visiting Oak Island! The house was perfect! Clean, comfortable, and with all the amenities that we needed. This was our first time vacationing with our two dogs and the house was perfect for them! Great fenced in yard and even though we did not need, the house had two crates available to use. Highly recommend this home for a vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shannon S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Beware!

Be aware that I was charged PER WEEK for cleaning and sanitation services. We were there for ONE MONTH and NO ONE came by for our ENTIRE stay. The only sanitizing that we witnessed was upon our departure. The man went inside to spray. He was physically inside for approximately two minutes, locked up and left—-THAT is the sanitizing. We each received ONE SET of towels PER person for the ENTIRE month. The hot tub NEVER worked. There was hair in it and also in the jets from previous guests. I called and put in a request. The maintenance man came and said that would be a big job of having to take out the tub. Nothing was done. In one of the back bedrooms…the lock wouldn’t work. My daughter slept with a chair in front of the door. She was scared until the maintenance man came and corrected that problem. The beach equipment that is bragged about in the listing was rusted and could not be used. The backyard was one of the main reasons that we chose this particular house. When we arrived… and during our entire stay… the backyard was grown up a couple of feet high. Neither our little Shih-Tzus nor ourselves could use it. Also…..Be aware that this is a downstairs unit only. Upstairs is very loud, especially on the weekends. I mentioned my concerns on THREE occasions to Oak Island Accommodations (this is who handles the owner’s bookings) and each time, my concerns were of no issue to the person I expressed my complaints with. Each time, I was assured that someone would call me. Well, it’s been TWO MONTHS since our departing and we have yet to hear from anyone. We paid a large sum of money to stay for the month of May. Our vacation included me (a single mom) with my two daughters. The money that was taken from us fraudulently is uncalled for. There was NO CLEANING and NO SANITIZING each week. I understand a cleaning fee PER VACATION GUEST. But that same tremendous charge was extremely exaggerated and unprofessional. It’s money that my girls and I need. All this being said, I DO NOT RECOMMEND.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Federica B.

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

Good vacation house!

We enjoyed our stay! The house worked well for our family of four adults and two young children. Beach access was great, though crossing the road without any crosswalks can be a challenge. The main areas were clean, but some more attention to detail would have been good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Great time

We loved the house/duplex. Its was way more than we expected.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve P.

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

Winter vacation

Nice place with screened in porch overlooking fenced in backyard. Enjoyed walking to the beach every day, about four blocks. Food Lion and Publix within a couple of miles as well as several seafood markets and restaurants. House is a two level duplex but the top floor wasn’t occupied during our two weeks’ stay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton V.

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

Great Stay!

Great location, well priced, pet friendly and a well stocked kitchen. 5 minute walk to the beach. Loved our stay! Great restaurant (Shagger Jack’s) just down the street with excellent food and a great coffee place just around the corner. In addition a great fresh seafood place just around the corner as well. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorena A.

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

Lovely and comfortable stay

The place is very accommodating, all the necessary implements of house we’re available. Overall, our stay was very much enjoyed. The beach was within minutes from dr house and especially safe Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

albert k.

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

My Oak Island vacation

Although the weather didn't cooperate with our stay on Oak Island we still had a terrific time. The house is as described online and had all the comforts of home. This house is in a terrific location, 15 min to Southport and literally down the block from Shagger jacks restaurant which is a terrific place to eat. If you can't be right on the beach this is a great alternative place to stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Mandy A.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025