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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8113.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Caswell Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

The Bee's Knees-Optional Golf Cart Rental

THE BEE'S KNEES is a cozy and charming dog-friendly, one-level beach cottage that is only a 15 minute walk to the ocean and less than a 2 minute drive (0.7 miles). This 3-bdr/2-bath one-story house is updated and nicely decorated. The back screened in patio opens to a shaded backyard with beautiful live oak trees and surrounded by a 6-foot fence. ***Installed in 2025- New LVP Flooring!!

3 Bedroom | 2 Full Bathrooms

1 Queen | 1 Queen | 2 twin bunk beds | All beds have new memory foam mattresses

Long Stay Discount- 21+ nights, 40%, September-April
Monthly Discount- 28+ nights, 45%, September-April
Military Discount -10%

Cleaning fee includes linens. Beds will be made prior to arrival.

This is our second home that we visit regularly, and have made it comfortable & fun for you to enjoy as well. The house is 0.7 miles from the beach via the SE 9th footbridge(4 blocks over), or about the same distance via the Middleton Rd beach access.

The house has fast 600 mbps Wifi, with complementary streaming Spectrum(cable), and access to your Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu accounts via the Smart TVs. The following has been included to make your stay as comfortable and easy as possible:

* Outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a dog wash sprayer
* Washer & Dryer
* Beach towels
* Beach wagon
* Beach chairs
* Beach totes
* Boogie and skim boards
* Bicycles (bring your own helmets)
* High chair
* Pack 'n play (bring your own linens)
* Stroller
* Board games
* 22" Weber charcoal kettle grill (charcoal not included. Clean yourself)
* Weber Spirit 3 burner propane grill (propane is include. Clean yourself)
* Fire pit with Adirondack Chairs (wood not provided, but all local grocery stores sell firewood)
* Wireless and multiport cell phone/device chargers

The home also has 2 dog beds and 3 dog bowls. There is a shop vac in the garage so you can vacuum out all that beach sand before you return home.

The master bedroom has a queen sized bed, dresser, desk, full bath with large walk in shower, vanity with granite top, large walk-in closet, and a 42" Smart TV.

Bedroom #2 has a queen sized bed, two night stands, 32" Smart TV, and a closet.

Bedroom #3 sleeps up to 4 people with two sets of twin bunk beds(upper bunks have pocket organizers to hold cell phones, eyeglasses, etc) and a nightstand.

The living room has a cathedral ceiling, ceiling fan, a microfiber couch, matching love seat, two swivel chairs, a 50" smart tv, and a gas log fireplace.

The fully stocked kitchen features:

* Stainless steel appliances (microwave, smooth top stove, dishwasher, large refrigerator/freezer)
* KitchenAid mixer
* Pizza pans
* Cookie sheets
* Muffin pans
* Casserole dish
* Turkey roasting pan
*12 cup coffee maker
* Keurig coffee maker
* 2, 5, and 7qt crock pot
* Ninja blender
* Toaster
* Mixing bowls
* Measuring cups
* Drinkware, Dinnerware, Flatware, Wine Glasses
* Pots & pans
* Spice rack with spices, salt, pepper.

The dining area has seating for 7 people, while the screened in porch can accommodate an additional 8 people (6 person dining set and a 2 person bistro set).

Bed linens and bath towels are included and beds will be made. Owners supply a STARTER PACK ONLY of shampoo,body wash,dish soap,dishwasher pod,laundry detergent,paper towels,toilet paper,trash bags. Additional supplies may be purchased from the grocery store.

-->There are three security cameras- driveway, backyard, inside garage<--

Dogs must be booked in advance with a $175 pet fee paid at booking.

HOUSE RULES-
NO SMOKING/vaping in or on the property
Only 8 people are permitted to stay overnight-STRICTLY ENFORCED
No Parties or Events
Copy of license and signed rental agreement required within 48 hours of booking
A $500 security deposit hold will be applied to guest's credit card 2 days before arrival then released 3 days after departure
Please be respectful of the neighbors as most of them are full time residents. Town of OKI quiet hours are 11pm-7am

Did you know that we offer a golf cart rental?

It is SO much fun to cruise to the beach on our 2023 six passenger Bintelli electric (lithium battery) street legal golf cart. It has a beach chair rack on the back and built in bluetooth speakers so you can listen to your favorite music!

Golf cart rental fee is non-refundable due to operator error or poor weather conditions.

We will need a copy of you driver's license, auto insurance, and a signed copy our golf cart waiver and usage guidelines. Must be at least 25 years old to rent golf cart.

Golf Cart rates per night-
$80 May 1st-September 30th
$60 March 1st-April 30th
$40 October 1st-February 28th
$20 For stays 21 nights or longer (Sept-April)

Month long stays (28+nights) may be subject to an additional mid-stay cleaning and linen swap out charge of $250.00.

Garage is not available for guest's vehicle use, this is where we store our golf cart . There is room for 3 cars in the driveway.

Restricted thermostat- no lower than 68 for AC and no higher than 75 for heat.

Please read the binder located inside the house for more important information about the property and the island.

Property manager

Bill Sargeson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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 3 total)
Dogs are welcome (up to 3) with a $175 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking/vaping in or on the property. No parties or events.
Only the number of people on the reservation are permitted to stay overnight,up to 8 people.
Guests are required to sign rental agreement.$500 security deposit will be held on card 2 day before check in, will be released 3 days after check out

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, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oak Island

Located by the sea, 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 activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Travelling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bee's Knees-Optional Golf Cart Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at The Bee's Knees-Optional Golf Cart Rental?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at The Bee's Knees-Optional Golf Cart Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bee's Knees-Optional Golf Cart Rental?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bee's Knees-Optional Golf Cart Rental located?

This family-friendly Oak Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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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

Sara S.

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

Amazing

The house is exactly as described and the hosts are amazing. Perfect place with pets! Will definitely be renting from them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Perfect for families with dogs!

We have stayed at The Bees Knees in Oak Island twice now and have enjoyed our stay each time. We have 3 medium sized dogs and it is always so difficult to find places that allow more than one or two dogs. They have a nice fenced in yard and a screened porch that were just perfect to let our dogs out. We only used one of the bedrooms as it is just me, my husband and now our little boy who is 3 months old - they have a pack and play that he could sleep in and we just kept that in the primary bedroom with us. But there are two other bedrooms that would be perfect for bigger families. The house is conveniently located and is a nice short walk to the scenic overpass. It’s about a 15-20 min walk to the beach (perfect for wearing out our dogs). They provide the essentials which makes it nice not having to pack so much stuff (we have a carload already with 3 dogs and a baby). The house is clean and cozy and would definitely recommend it to anyone I know.

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Bee;s Knees

Great location. Property was as described, nicely decorated and equipped. Check-in was easy, owners were quick to respond to any communication and provided accurate information. Would highly recommend this property to anyone interested in a vacation close to the beach with many good restaurants, grocery stores and outdoor activities.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Schaan L.

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

Amazing place

We really enjoyed our stay and kook forward to another visit. The owners are very generous with the chef's kitchen and appliances. The home is clean and pet friendly our dogs loved chasing the squirrels
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

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

Pet Paradise

Great location! Close to the beach and shopping. You'll love the screened in porch and your dog will love the fenced in yard!
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Girls Trip ‘24

We loved everything about the house. Great location close to the beach. Very clean and very well stocked. Loved the fenced in back yard for my dog to be in. We would definitely recommend to anybody.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

2nd Time Staying

This was our second summer vacation staying at The Bee’s Knees. We have enjoyed it so much both times. The house is clean and has everything you need! Our dogs love the fenced backyard and being able to explore around the oak trees without having to be leashed. We also enjoy renting the golf cart to get around. It makes the trips down to the beach much easier! Thanks for another great stay! We’ll definitely be back :)

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

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

Good for young family and dog

We had a lovely chill time with the yard for our dog and fire pits! There is a whole closet of new toys that my young children had an absolute blast with. Everything that you need to go to the beach and have fun in the home without having to pack a ton of extra stuff. They even had dog beds and toys, as well as a pack and play, high chair, and plastic cups, bowls, straws, and small size utensils for very young children. They have thought of everything and even have a "junk drawer" for pens, tape, lighters, and each bathroom had first aid kits and there were even sealed toothbrushes just in case you forget yours. They put extra thought into everything and it was really nice. We really enjoyed the home, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Candy T.

Everything you’re looking for!

The Bee’s Knees is a perfect place to stay! We liked it so much this is our second time around! We brought 2 of our fur baby’s too! It’s extremely clean and everything looks picture perfect exactly like we remembered. If you bring your pets or have children, the privacy fence is completely secure and you can relax know they are safe! It literally has everything you need and more already there. Kitchen is fully stocked! Everything you’ll need for the beach! It is a home away from home. ❤️ The owners have been extremely wonderful both times we’ve stayed. I highly recommend The Bee’s Knees for your stay at Oak island!😊

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

Island get away

We had a absolutely great time here on oak Island and the bees knees was a beautiful place to stay 10 out of 10 would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

All-Around Wonderful

Our stay was super nice and relaxing with a beautiful, clean home and all the essentials provided for us! The owners were super easy to communicate with. 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirby L.

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

Great stay at Bee’s Knees!

We loved staying at the Bee’s Knees! The house was perfect for our family of four. They had lots of kids books and games that kept my children occupied when we didn’t go to the beach. The golf cart was definitely a big hit as well which made our trips to the beach so easy. The hosts were extra helpful and responded to me right away with any questions I had. Next time we are in Oak Island we will definitely be staying there!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

Restful Weekend

We had never been to Oak Island before so we had no idea of location to stay. We could not have picked a better spot. The proximity to beaches and restaurants and the ability to ride the golf cart pretty much everywhere we wanted to go was so nice. It was nice to have a private backyard space but still be so close to the beach. We brought our two dogs and they seemed to feel very comfortable as well. It is also the cleanest rental we have ever stayed in. Couldn’t recommend booking more!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

All thumbs up!

Beautifully furnished, well equipped, and ideally situated, The Bee's Knees was a great place to stay. We couldn't have asked for anything more. The private fenced yard was perfect for our furry companion and we enjoyed the easy walk to the beach and proximity to shops and restaurants. A+++
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Home away from home

This was my family's second stay at The Bee's Knees. The place is kept up so well...it's clean, cute, cozy, and has all you need for a comfortable stay. The owner's have thought of everything! The screened in porch is my favorite place to relax, especially during this fall visit. I highly recommend anyone wanting a comfortable and convenient stay at the beach to rent The Bee's Knees!
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10/10 Excellent

Carnie F.

Great place to stay

Home was well thought out and was a great place to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Fantastic Stay!

We had a great time at the Bee’s Knees. The hosts really have it buttoned up. The home was charming, clean, fully stocked and comfy. Our fur babies loved the fenced in back yard. The best part was tooling around the island in their golf cart. Great fun!! Mariah was the co-host and answered our texts promptly and super nice to work with. Thanks for sharing this property with us. We will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin D., Shelby, USA

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

Great for kids

My family and I really enjoyed our stay. Our kids loved all the games and toys that were there. They also loved riding the golf cart. The golf cart is a must, it makes getting around with kids so much easier. My wife loved the screened in porch. We definitely plan to come back another time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Relaxing family beach vacation!

We had a great time at The Bee’s Knees! Bill & Tawnya are very helpful with any questions, and even let us know about closures since the island was getting prepared for Idalia during our stay. The home was very clean and convenient to restaurants and shopping areas. The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you could ever need if you plan on cooking meals, everything you need for a fun day on the beach is already there and saved us the trouble of packing even more stuff, and plenty of toys and games that my 8 year old niece had so much fun playing with during her stay as well. The beds were probably the most comfortable we’ve had in a vacation home! We also rented the golf cart for the week (highly recommend!). This was so convenient for beach trips, and much easier to find parking than if we had taken a vehicle. Our dogs enjoyed the dog beds and toys provided, and loved being able to go out in the fenced backyard throughout the day. The ring toss game on the back porch is very fun, and we enjoyed quite a few evenings of some friendly competition of seeing who could get the highest score. Highly recommend staying at The Bee’s Knees if you’re looking for a dog friendly & relaxing spot in Oak Island! We definitely plan to be back!

10/10 Excellent

Marisa G.

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

Comfortable, Clean, and Fun

We really enjoyed staying at the Bee’s Knees. This place is just as the pictures show. The owners have thought of everything which makes your time at the beach so easy. The kitchen is fully stocked with what you need to cook just about anything. We thought the backyard area was beautiful and cozy. Driving the golf cart made Beach parking easy, and we appreciated the instructions and map of the golf cart route. Sometimes I hesitate to rent a dog friendly place sight unseen because they are not always clean. But the Bee’s Knees was nice and clean and did not disappoint! Thank you, Bill and Tawnya!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hallie S.

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

Vacation at Bees Knees

Overall this place was great! And they were always quick and helpful with any question we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Home Away From Home

We loved the Bee's Knees! The house was loaded with ALL of the amenities of home. It was more than enough room for our family of 4, and incredibly comfortable. We made memories for a lifetime here and look forward to coming back again.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Our new favorite place!

If I could give this house more than 5 stars, I definitely would! This is absolutely the cutest beach house with plenty of room and it’s better than the pictures! The house was super clean, the beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, the back porch area was our favorite spot to hang out, and it was so easy and so much fun to explore Oak Island on the golf cart! The binder they made was full of instructions for anything and everything we could possibly need while we were there and it was so helpful! Bill and Tawnya literally thought of everything to make this house a home away from home! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla I.

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

Nice quiet spot

The Bees Knees was amazing place to stay! Especially if you have a dog. Amazing back yard, lots of room, and clean and cool. We enjoyed our time and loved the golf cart!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

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

Cute little house

Super cute and convenient to everything. Host provides everything so if you forgot something, it’s probably there. Backyard is great for kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bill Sargeson

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Why they chose this property

We loved the backyard!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests