Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Friendly with a fenced in backyard! provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9130 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Friendly with a fenced in backyard!
Adorable waterfront cottage with a private dock on the Davis Canal located 2 short blocks to the beach. Kick up your feet and relax with your family and furry friend. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is conveniently located near the Middleton Avenue bridge so it makes getting to the beach a breeze. It has a large back yard that leads to its own dock where you can fish or launch a small boat, kayak, or paddleboard to explore the beautiful, serene and wildlife-filled waterway. We have been told it’s one of the best spots for fishing on the canal! If lounging on the beach or playing in the ocean is your desire, take a quick 5 minute walk across the bridge and you are there. There is a private hot water shower to wash off the sand when you return.
The kitchen was recently updated and is fully stocked. The master bedroom features a king bed, TV, closet and an en-suite full bathroom. The middle bedroom has a queen bed, TV, and 2 closets. The bunk room has two bunk beds and a large closet full of games and toys. There is also a pack and play, a toddler bed and a small cot in the closets if needed. Additionally, the sun room has a pull out couch with a full-sized bed. All beds have comforters and fully enclosed, zippered mattress pads and pillows with covers. Linens and Towels are NOT INCLUDED.
The cottage has central HVAC and full-sized washer and dryer. Amenities include smart TVs with local channels and Netflix as well as DVD players and dual band WiFi. There is a charcoal grill and a wagon to haul your beach stuff.
Dogs allowed, please select "Pets" when booking!
Linens and towels are NOT provided. Please bring your own or contact one of the several delivery services on the island. This is done in an effort to keep our costs low!
You will not be disappointed with this rental and will want to keep coming back every year!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Netflix
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Streaming services
Video library
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Dock
Fenced yard
Fully-fenced
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator (single-level property)
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: $250 cleaning fee applied if violated
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Bicycle parking
Garden
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Unit size: 1,400 square feet
Water dispenser
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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 dog max, No cats
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Toddler bed, pack n play, booster and high chair
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
$250 cleaning fee applied if violated
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. Visit our Oak Island travel guide
Is Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Friendly with a fenced in backyard! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Friendly with a fenced in backyard!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Friendly with a fenced in backyard!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Friendly with a fenced in backyard! located?
This family-friendly Oak Island vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Oak Island Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Friendly with a fenced in backyard! Reviews
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The Dock House was perfect for our family. Our boys enjoyed fishing off the dock (caught spot and croaker), coffee on the porch was very relaxing each morning, and the house felt spacious even with 3 adults and 2 kids. The house was clean and well stocked for our visit. Thank you for opening your home to us!
The Dock House was perfect for our family of nine adults. The dock was great for gathering, and launching kayaks. The house was close enough to walk easily to the beach every day. The owners were very responsive to our needs. It was a perfect week and we’d love to come back to The Dock House!
The house is very well stocked with dinnerware, pots and pans. The owners are very quick to answer any questions. Overall we enjoyed our stay. Sitting on the dock at sunset was beautiful and peaceful..
Will be back with our boat..
This was our second stay here and Vinnie and Megan didn’t disappoint. The property was very clean and well kept. They answered emails immediately. We couldn’t ask for better hosts and with the location we will always rent this place from them. The kids absolutely love it and the older ones too! Thanks again Vinnie and Megan! Y’all are the best!
This was such a wonderful house, the host thought of everything. The house was spacious for our large family to visit and the kids had room to spread out. My son never left the dock and made friends with the neighbor boys so they all fished together. The house was close enough to the beach that we got to walk with the puppy early in the morning. Loved the large fenced in back yard to sit out on the patio while the puppy ran around and chased her ball.
The owner of this property responded very quickly to any concerns we had. When we arrived it appeared the cleaning person had not come to the house after the lasts guests left. The owner quickly refunded our cleaning fee & offered to have the cleaning person come out the next morning. The deck was a nice place to sit & read. The yard was great for our dogs. The house was spacious & well supplied.
This home was more than we could have asked for. It was so comfortable, roomy, the air conditioning was incredible. The beds were comfortable. The yard was perfect for our pup and our kiddos. Our kids had fun for hours on the dock, fishing and crabbing! stores and restaurants minutes away. Super short walk/ride to the beach. Can’t say enough!
We were pleased to find the place exactly as we expected and even better! We knew from the listing that Vinny and Megan had gone to great lengths to make this place like home away from home. But so many toys and games for the kids, a small library for adults…and the most well stocked kitchen of any place we ever rented! We had a couple of minor issues upon check in and Vinny was so quick to respond, even coming out Sunday morning to take care of things. We loved this place for our family vacation and will definitely be the go to in the future. Thanks Vinny and Megan!
First off i want to say this was our best vacation yet. The location was perfect in the fact that it was close to the beach ,but not right on the beach. We had our own dock to fish from on the canal, we caught croaker ,pinfish, red drum ,flounder, and several nice black drum! The house was clean and well maintained. We were within walking distance to the beach and a all you need little store across the bridge. Lowes food is but a short drive up the road. We hated to leave!
Great layout, yard, location for our family w baby and fur baby!
Great location- easy walk to beach but we also rented a golf cart to haul all our beach gear/baby stuff to and fro.
Great house- layout and fenced yard worked well for 5 adults and baby and dog. Tons of kid toys, books, kitchen items. Lots of room to spread out, covered outdoor space to keep sandy items out of the house but also out of the weather!
Dock provided a peaceful place to read or just enjoy the view, also easy for us to use for kayaking.
Kitchen was well stocked including some staples like spices, plastic bags, foil, etc.
Beds were comfortable.
Only complaints: pillows were not comfortable and couldn't find any beach chairs (which were listed as amenities) and honestly I didn't even message the owners to ask bc we made due w the ones we brought. Overall a tiny complaint in an otherwise lovely beach vacation stay!
Communication w hosts was courteous and prompt! Would stay here again!
Our family loved this beach home! Home away from home! Realaxing, quiet, clean and roomy! Short distance to beach. Normally we stay ocean front in North Myrtle so this was different. But we enjoyed it! Son brought his kayak and fished from the dock and also on the canal from his kayak. Fenced in back yard was a plus and the dock views amazing! Loved everything and the owners are very nice and helpful! We will be back!
Our family loved this place! Maybe our best vacation ever! There was lots of room . Our older dog did not have steps to climb. She enjoyed staying on the deck. The younger one spent her time playing in the fenced yard. Our daughter napped In the rope chair swing. She has ordered one for herself. We got to fish off the dock and put the kayaks in there. Short walk to the beach. Comfortable beds. We were so sad to leave. We will be back!!
We really enjoyed our stay. The house with a fenced in yard and having the dock on the water were perfect for us. Loved the location, and the fact that we were able to bring our dog.
Loved the location of this home. We rented a golf cart for the week. Getting to the beach was super quick and easy. Loved the dock on the canal, especially for sunsets. We cooked all our meals at the house and I do mean ALL. We didn't eat out once during our stay. Everything was so convenient. We absolutely loved it!
The property was quite nice and suited out needs. There was new deck, out shower, and fenced yard. Our dog was able to enjoy his time at the beach too. The extra spray hose was useful to remove sand from beach equipment and dog. The golf cart drive to the beach was easy and the cart only parking at the beach access was appreciated. We had a great time fishing and Kayaking off the dock. Low tide is challenging to access the floating dock but worth it. The kitchen was well stocked for those that cook. The water tasted wonderful ... super appreciation for the water filter system!
The place is more than perfect. Very clean and has absolutely everything you could possibly need. My pugs loved the backyard and there were lots of tennis balls thrown in that yard during the week. The owners were great with communication leading up to the rental. Didn't really need anything while we were there, but am positive they would have been responsive if we did. We don't have kids but if you do, DEFINITELY kid friendly. The neighbor is the absolute sweetest man with good restaurant recommendations. Will rent here again.
The Dock House exceeded expectations! If you are looking for a family friendly home base to explore Oak Island please check out the Dock House! Plenty of room to spread out, fenced in yard, crabbing from the dock and a well equipped kitchen . The hosts are very responsive to questions and the neighbors are very friendly!
I would recommend this rental property to friends and family without hesitation!
First of all, what a great place! House was clean and welcoming. Secondly, the fenced in yard was an absolute blessing!! The dogs loved it. Highly recommend this place especially if you have dogs, they have the freedom to fun wild!
The house was great and in great condition. I already miss the backyard and so does our dog. The beach at Oak Island is very nice with PLENTY of parking. We really enjoyed our stay!! Thank you for everything Vinny & Megan.
Our family really enjoyed our stay at this home! The highlight was definitely fishing and launching kayaks from the dock. The fenced in backyard was the perfect place for our dog to play! We really appreciated how well-equipped the kitchen was. We would absolutely stay here again!