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The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem

Family-friendly cottage in Oak Island

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Outdoor dining
Combined shower/bathtub, towels, toilet paper
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the area

Oak Island

A family-friendly stay in Oak Island awaits you at this cottage. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Caswell Beach and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Ocean Crest Pier. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a Smart TV are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt64 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pirates Deck - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem

Bring the whole family to The Inkwell…a great beach cottage with lots of room for fun. The Inkwell is beautifully decorated, clean, well maintained and stocked with everything you need to make your beach trip worry-free. Beach access is at SE 40th Street…a short walk away. The Inkwell features a newly renovated covered porch with rocking chairs. You can also enjoy a nice evening out on the screened in deck. Or enjoy an outdoor fire at the firepit.

A $100 deposit will be requested through VRBO once a booking is made. It will be refunded through VRBO within 24hrs of check out provided there aren’t any damages.

The golf cart stored on the property is NOT accessible to guests. Please do not touch it or attempt to use.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

Golf cart stored at the house is NOT to be tampered with or used by guests.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

Yep, The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem is a short 14-minute walk from Caswell Beach.

Does The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

No, The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Inkwell ~ An Oak Island Gem Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Stay

This is the second time we’ve stayed at Inkwell. We had a wonderful time, again, and we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last week of july

Arrived at the property with a seamless check-in and a cool (nice withe the July heat), clean house. As a coupe the house was a good size and would be good for a small family also. Thoroughly enjoyed or visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

April W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wilson Family

This was our first trip to Oak Island! We very much enjoyed the beach, restaurants, shopping! The Inkwell was a wonderful home and we had plenty of room for our family. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy House

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay at this house. Our daughters loved that they each had their own bed and bedroom! Our host was very responsive with a couple minor issues. Super short drive to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Belinda B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Our stay at the Inkwell

We checked in on June 12 to spend a week with our daughter before she moves to Japan for two years. We enjoyed our time. The Inkwell is a nice place in a good spot BUT it was not clean. The floors had dead palmetto bugs and a toenail in the right bedroom. Not ideal to start a vacation. I realize that owners rely on cleaning companies to clean for them but it is the most important thing with the rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stellar Experience

We loved everything about this house! Cozy yet plenty of room for everyone and everything. Was exceptionally clean, never saw a single bug inside. The screened in back porch was perfect for having morning coffee. It was so convenient being so close to town and the beach. The hosts were easy to communicate with and let us know about fun happenings in the area. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

First timers to oak island

The inkwell was adorable, perfect for first timers to oak island! Small walk to the beach- we typically had someone from our group drop us off at the beach entrance with our gear and have others walk. would have rented a golf cart if staying awhile. The home was cute, perfect amount of space! Wonderful outdoor shower! Had all the kitchen gadgets needed and plenty of board games :) we had a great time! Destiny was wonderful to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Rental!

My family and I absolutely loved our stay here. The house is clean, well stocked and oh so adorable. The new covered front porch is a beautiful and functional addition. The neighborhood is quiet and close to shops and restaurants. I can not say enough wonderful things about this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Landon R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

It was our first time renting ourselves and we were very new to the process and they made it very easily and the house was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022