With a stay at this vacation home in Oak Island (Long Beach), you'll be steps from Caswell Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Ocean Crest Pier. .This vacation home is 25 mi (40.2 km) from Holden Beach and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from 57th Place West Access Park.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Donovan's Out of the Blue Great Value and Location!
Spacious, Gorgeous Beach House with convenient beach access and Breath Taking Views. The master bedroom has it own master bath and a private balcony which overlooks the ocean! The House has an open concept living area! The Beach access is right across the street! This house has three spacious bedrooms and two spacious bathrooms. We have ample storage for anything you might possibly bring! There is also an office space, washer and dryer and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water! An elevator is also available! Come book with us, you will love it! Please check all ratings for our house! Once in awhile you get someone that just isn't happy no matter what you do to make it nice for them! Gas card with every reservation of 2 or more days!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features a playground, ecotours nearby, and snorkeling nearby. Recreational activities include surfing/body boarding nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Extra cleanng fee applies
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property is also known as
Donovan's Out of the Blue
Donovan's Out of the Blue Great Value Location!
Donovan's Out of the Blue Great Value and Location! Oak Island
Donovan's Out of the Blue Great Value and Location! Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 62 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 62 reviews
8 - Good
13
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 62 reviews
6 - Okay
7
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F., Moberly, MO
Apr 17, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location to beach access. You could see the ocean well. Easy to get around. Home was nice and clean but could use new mattresses. Great stay!!
Jennifer F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
6/10 Okay
K H.
Apr 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean and comfortable but needs work. WiFi was terrible. Cables hanging out of the wall and an unsecured back plate. Shower curtain rod coming loose on one side. TVs didn’t all work or incomplete instructions left. A call about the WiFi was unaddressed. Things were not in a logical place. Nothing was labeled (light switches). Not well appointed. We’ll find a different place if we go back.
K H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
Lynnette G.
Apr 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
I cannot believe this property ever received less than five stars. Has to be the best value rental I have ever stayed at. You are steps from the ocean, can see and hear it from the front balcony. Elevator was a nice bonus for luggage and groceries. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. Little fenced in yard was perfect for my daughter’s service dog. Beautiful, safe, clean property where you feel right at home…on the ocean. Unforgettable experience with my children! They even ended up (accidentally) swimming with dolphins! Thank you for sharing this home, we loved it.
Lynnette G.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
8/10 Good
Phil B., Charlotte, NC, USA
Mar 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, nice layout, kitchen was well stocked. Both porches are nice. Great location for the beach.
Phil B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Mar 20, 2026
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Valerie C.
Mar 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot, accurate to the listing
Valerie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
ANGELA B.
Feb 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
LOVE the elevator!great location.
ANGELA B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Nicki C.
Jan 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent time, beautiful home! Host was super friendly and quickly responded to messages. Recommend to everyone.
Nicki C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Theresa S.
Dec 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property is in a great location. We went off season, and it was very quiet. The house was clean. The kitchen, dishes and pots/pans were a bit sparse. But if you are not cooking it is great. The bedrooms were comfortable, but not exactly as described. Bedroom three did not have a double futon, and it was not located in the back of the house, which was a disappointment for those staying in that room. We couldn't find the beach chairs and called the owner, but nothing could be done. Luckily a handyman came up. He opened a locked storage room and found some chairs. Hooray! Also in the write up, we booked over two nights so we thought we would receive a gas card as stated in the description. When called, the owner said that we will get it at the end of our stay and after a review is submitted. Overall, the place was great, just some disappointments with the errors in the description.
Theresa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Bethany B.
Oct 27, 2025
Bethany B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Phil D.
Oct 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I was at the house very little. While I was there, it was fine
Phil D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Ann Marie P.
Sep 20, 2025
Ann Marie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie A.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Beautiful location and Holly always stays in contact with any of our needs!
Melanie A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Ed E.
Jul 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
June vacation
Elevator is a nice benefit as my wife has a hard time with all the stairs. Porches are great. Mattresses could be upgraded and some of the flooring was coming apart. Great location and would rent again.
Ed E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Cathy W.
Jun 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised; only issue at check in
Great house and location, just as advertised. Only issue was not getting check in information upon arrival. Arrived at 245 pm for 3 pm check in after traveling two days with family of 5 and owner did not respond until nearly 345 to let us know where to find the keys. In the meantime, VRBO offered us a refund as they could also not get a response from the owner regarding access to the property. Stressful start to our vacation, to say the least. I would highly recommend reaching out to the owner the morning of the arrival day at least to avoid this.
Cathy W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe H.
Apr 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Walk to ocean. Everything as advertised
Joe H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brittney B.
Mar 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful oasis
We came out to North Carolina for my Father in Laws memorial and this home was the perfect relaxing place for it. It was so clean and such a beautiful location. I would re book this home in a heartbeat! 10/10!
Brittney B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katherine S.
Feb 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
How was very accommodating and we loved the house and location!
Katherine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Tess W.
Feb 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tess W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michele C.
Oct 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to stay again.
I loved everything about this place. Location was perfect and the front sitting area was superb. House was clean and had all necessities needed. The gate on the front porch was perfect so my dog could sit out in the front without me worrying that he would go down the stairs and cross the road. Did I mention being steps away from the beach? Love!
Michele C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denette C.
Aug 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick stay
Very accommodating. Nice, clean place with close access to beach.
Denette C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cherl P.
Aug 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!!
The beach house offers a perfect escape with stunning ocean views, cozy accommodations, and a serene atmosphere. It was extremely clean and cozy. Ideal for a relaxing getaway by the sea.
Cherl P.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Stacy S.
Aug 11, 2024
Nice but..
I really like this home! The location, layout of home, and fact that It allows dogs had us come back for a second year! This year though barely any condiments to use in the home, limited household items like hand soap and dish soap. I don’t think everything needs to be totally supplied but the basics would be helpful. (Like salt and pepper)! Could have some extra blankets also. This would not prevent me from renting again. Overall the location for us and layout is great.
Stacy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carrie S.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location. Will be back
Great Views, close to beach love its pet friendly.
Carrie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Anita C.
Jul 11, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Do No Rent This House
Check in was 3 pm. The house was dirty, beds unmade, food crumbs on floors, hair in bath sinks. Sheets and towels in washer wet. Assume put there by previous quests. I called vrbo. They couldn't contact owner. They gave me alternate number. It was owner's husband. He said that he was in different town. He tried calling but couldn't reach her. He said they live in Ohio! Holly finally called and said cleaners were on the way. They arrived around 6 pm. We went to dinner. When we got back to house, they were gone. My son went to bed around 9pm, and his sheets were wet!