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Oak Islands. Donovan's Reef

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Exterior
Beach
Property grounds
Beach
Beach

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Oak Islands. Donovan's Reef

Beautifully remodeled house located just a few short steps away from beach access. You can hear the Ocean from this house. Gorgeous ocean views from the front deck. Spacious back yard. House has HDTV, WiFi Internet, Washer and Dryer and full kitchen.

Ocean crest pier is a short walk away. Fine dining at the Island Way restaurant is also a short walk away.

Oak Island is a beach town in North Carolina. It’s separated from the mainland by the Intracoastal Waterway. The Atlantic coast is lined with beaches, and fishermen gather at the long Ocean Crest Pier. The Oak Island Nature Center has trails, plus displays on fossils and native animals. To the east, Oak Island Lighthouse has sweeping views over Caswell Beach and Bald Head Island.

The Town also has a municipal golf course and eight parks, ranging from a fishing T at the west end of the island to a large park on the mainland complete with baseball and football fields. There is a skate park, a dog park, a cabana on the oceanfront with an observation deck and plenty of places to find a quiet spot to relax and enjoy the view. Area businesses, like piers and marinas, restaurants and ice cream shops, also help make vacationers feel welcome while catering to full-time residents. Gas card with every reservation of 2 or more days!

Property manager

HOLLY DONOVAN

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Oak Island

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oak Islands. Donovan's Reef pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oak Islands. Donovan's Reef?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oak Islands. Donovan's Reef?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oak Islands. Donovan's Reef located?

Located in Long Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tara B.

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

Great location, great value

Overall, we were happy with our stay and would recommend this place to others. We were a bit disappointed that some of the cooking pans needed to be washed, a few things needed to be repaired, and, unlike in other locations we've stayed, there were no staples like shampoo or body soap. But, overall, those things were small inconveniences that we navigated and the home was a great place to spend a weekend at the beach with friends. The location was wonderful. Also, the host was responsive and offered an acceptable solution when the check-in time needed to be altered.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Retirement Celebration

We enjoyed our stay at Donovan's Reef and can't wait to return! We enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching the boats on the ocean and listening to the waves! Public access to the beach was right at the home which was wonderful! We loved being able to bring our pup with us! Looking forward to another trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Ellen R.

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

No frills but good location

Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JoAnn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Beach Week

We enjoyed the area very much. Very close to Beach access.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

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

Get away

Decent place, excellent location. Pre check in communication wasn’t very good. Had to message host twice, once en route day of, only a few hours before check in to get access information. Unit was fairly clean, but could use some detailed cleaning behind furniture. And some fresh paint. Outlets are sparse so bring power strips. Less than 10 minutes of hot water between showers. Minor complaints, but otherwise good stay. Great beach access. Super quiet this time of year. With a little attention this could be a great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marc C.

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

Review

Enjoyed our stay and the location and proximity to the beach is great. Smaller than I expected and lack of closet space made for a cluttered floor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

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

Fun

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Edwin A.

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

Fun family trip to the beach

This was a Juneteenth/First Father's Day trip for me and my family. We had a great time and the public beach access was the perfect distance. Very relaxing on a family oriented beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Awesome Place!!

We had such a great time during our stay. The beach house had everything we needed & was in the perfect location. It was even better than the photos.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

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

Peaceful

Great location and loved everything!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kent S., Raleigh, North Carolina USA

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

Easy Beach Stay

Nicely decorated and well equipped cottage. Enjoyed lounging on the covered porch. The beach was just steps away and was easy to access at all times of day and tides.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecil P.

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

Great Location

Great location across from beach access. It was nice, clean, and quiet. It had everything we needed for a week vacation. Pier was a short walk down the beach drive. The only things i would add are wall tvs in bedrooms, ice maker in refrigerator, closets or armoire in the bedrooms, and towel hangers in bathrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Sandy toes in just a few steps!

This cozy cottage is perfectly located just steps from the beach and pier. The ocean view is like beach front without the hefty price tag. Holly is an excellent host, prompt to respond with any questions. The home was very clean and the kitchen was well supplied. We enjoyed our stayed and hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

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

PERFECT view of the ocean

We stayed here for a week and we really enjoyed it. Great little house with front porch and the view of the ocean from the porch was awesome! Just so relaxing sitting out there enjoying the breeze and the beautiful view. Definitely would stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great family weekend!

We had a wonderful time, and hope to visit again. The house is in a great location near the beach access and within 5 minutes of restaurants and stores. A fantastic beach house. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

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

Great Beach House Experience!

Beautiful house! This place is awesome! Each room was so spacious and has that perfect beach vibe! We had everything we needed and just a quick walk to the beach, it was the perfect place for us! Thank you!! It's so peaceful and everything you need is there or less than 5 min away! Holly was very kind and quick to respond to any questions we had, since we were driving in from Charlotte. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn N., Siler City, USA

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

Awesome beach view getaway!

We loved our stay here back in October! Beautiful view of the ocean, clean surroundings, amazing host! Only thing that could have been better was maybe the beds could have been a little softer :) Otherwise, perfect! You won’t regret staying here!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

william p.

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

Ocean pleasure

The house is exactly what you see in the advertisement it is clean and close to all things related to the beach and surrounding areas. This was my first Vrbo experience and it could not have been more perfect, Holly was very responsive to my inquiries and flexible to my schedule. I will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tanya N.

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

beach trip

great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lea Ann W.

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

Home away from home....

My second time staying at Donovans Reef beach house with my family. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch admiring the beautiful ocean view. The house is well equipped with everything you need for a great time. Walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K., Stony Brook New York

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

Donavan’s Delight

We very much enjoyed our time at this beach house. Proximity to beach is great. Sun facing View of the ocean is great from the balcony. Plenty of space for a family. Kitchen was stocked with plenty of utensils and cooking gear. Check in was easy and place was clean upon arrival. All the people in the area were very nice and friendly. We would love to come back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat J.

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

by the beach

We really enjoyed our stay. The access to the beach was great, especially for me. I am late 70's and sometimes walking far is hard since my knees arent what they used to be. Close to driving around Oak Island. Will definitely look for this house again and rent it. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Donovan’s Reef

The positives are location, water pressure, nice washer and dryer and contact with Molly. The negatives would be that there is only 1 tv in living room in whole house. The furniture was wet and dirty. The cookware needs replaced due to it being scratched up pots and pans s as no very thin where they burn easily on the stove. There is nothing to do around the house like a fire pit, hammocks. The chairs left for the beach are rusted. The deck is worn as well. The driveway is sand which is a huge inconvenience when you’re trying not to bring sand into the house. So you are at the beach and you go to rinse off in the shower underneath the house you still have to walk up through the drive way of the stairs to get in the house so you cannot get away from the sand. The beds or what I would compare to college dorm, beds, cheap and not comfortable. I had two rolls of toilet paper that they supplied. there is also black mold in the exhaust fan in the bathroom in the hallway between both bedrooms. I will never stay here again, and I will make sure if I do come back to Oak Island. It will definitely be not on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel H.

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

Cute beach home

The beach is a 2 minute walk. Everything we needed was in the home. Easy stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HIH2O1

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

Great location!

We loved walking on the beach and the scenic walkway. We were close to stores and restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by HOLLY DONOVAN

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