Title: Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6164970&destination=Oak+Island%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=118239000&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. ## Photo gallery for Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. ![Beach - Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118239000/118239000/fd0752ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118239000/118239000/f5298b1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118239000/118239000/9ef98afb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118239000/118239000/277cf176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118239000/118239000/6017e7ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. This 3-bedroom house in Oak Island is perfect for your escape to relaxation or a comfortable work from home location with a different view. The home is on the intercoastal side of the island with a short 3/4 mile walk across the SE 31st bridge to the beach. With a screened in front porch to enjoy mornings listening to the birds or evenings in a rocking chair, a fully stocked kitchen, a king bed, queen bed, and two twin beds - guests will find comfort in this wonderful retreat. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like an outdoor shower, WiFi, AC, and a washer and dryer during your stay. We are sure you will love staying in our home just as much as we do. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ## Similar properties ![On the beach, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2699400/2699308/b726193b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Islander Inn Ocean Isle Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews £121 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=2699308&PinnedHotelID=2699308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890200/890146/6b66e644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Suites Southport - 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Place used sheets and towels in pile by the washer. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tranquil Harbour, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum 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. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Oak Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oak-Island.dx6164970) [View more Holiday homes in Oak Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oak-Island-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6164970-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.92219%2C-78.12845&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wqdhaBulRi2x_24vsQJW1j3e_HU=) Oak Island, NC ### What's nearby - ![Caswell Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164970/8ed2f56c-a970-4626-96ea-b641c342ac4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Caswell Beach 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Aerial view of Ocean crest fishing pier at Oak Island NC. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Escape to Basil’s Beach Bungalow, a charming 3bed 2bath in beautiful Oak Island. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elena O. 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oceanside Getaway We had a wonderful visit at this property. It was very clean, warm, welcoming, and comfortable. The neighborhood was very quiet and friendly. I would definitely recommend staying there. I would love to stay there again. ##### Elena O. 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