Title: Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. Waterfront cottage in Oak Island with a water park ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968400/18968387/0c35d0ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968400/18968387/81cd1938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968400/18968387/7b130ba9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968400/18968387/ea6daca1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968400/18968387/a69a0dd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located just a short walk to the sand and surf, Donkeys Inn offers an inviting retreat with ocean views from the front porch swing. Unwind in the backyard picnic area or take a stroll to nearby parks, tennis courts, soccer fields, and beach all within 3 blocks. Enjoy three queen bedrooms and WiFi inside. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61232 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. We are just a short walk to the sand and surf. Check out our weekly and monthly rates so you can set on front porch swing with two more chairs where you can hear the roar of ocean waves breaking on the shore. In the back yard concrete table picnic area under with a charcoal grill. Walk to the park, walk to tennis court, soccer field, where the kids can enjoy a splash pad and walk to the beach all within 3 block from the house. Washer/dryer, appliances, WiFi, cable, three bedrooms have queen beds, and den area has a couch for a afternoon nap. We have a 4.9 guest rating and our average response time to our guest is less than one hour. Please note our cancellation policy which is set at firm. We encourage you to purchase the trip cancellation protection from CSA insurance which is an option during your reservation purchase time. Review CT: The experience was great, the owners were great and easy to get in touch with. The property was even better than described, we felt at home and were so relaxed. The beach is so close and convenient as well as all of the wonderful shops and restaurants. Review AC: This is our second time staying at Donkeys Inn and it was just as great the second time! Everything was there that we needed for a home away from home. Also so close to beach, we were able to walk. Review JG: We had a great time. The owners were amazing and very helpful. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. The little ones especially loved the short wagon ride to the beach. We will be back! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - 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 - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,232 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96240000/96233200/96233159/b3cf5607.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nostalgic beach cottage Oak Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.6 Good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=96233159&PinnedHotelID=96233159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53158300/53158237/e9aee643.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### THE SHOAL SHACK - Oak Island, NC Tranquil Harbour - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=53158237&PinnedHotelID=53158237&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76560000/76557300/76557203/w1386h1048x0y0-d3843ed8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 40th St En Suite / Enter the door between Outside Shower and Air Conditioner. 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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Winter is Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way House Oak Island Winter is Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way House Winter is Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way Oak Island Winter is Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price Spring is Coming What Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way House Spring is Coming What Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way House Best Time see Beach Quick Get-way is Fall. Come Enjoy House Spring is Coming What Great Time see Beach Quick Get-way Best Time see Beach Quick Get-way is Fall. Come Enjoy Oak Island Best Time see Beach Quick Get-way is Fall. Come Enjoy The Winter is a Great Time to see the Beach for a Quick Get way Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price The Winter is a Great Time to see the Beach for a Quick Get way Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price The Winter is a Great Time to see the Beach for a Quick Get way Book Before Jan 1 2019 get 10 % Discount on Reservation Price ## About the area ![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%7C33.91500%2C-78.11621&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mS2t7CbVAS-S7cR21GFNJOFr5o0=) Oak Island, NC #### What's nearby - Caswell Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles - Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Members Club at St. James Plantation - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles - Oak Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles #### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Salt64 - ‬2 min drive - ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬12 min walk - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk - ‪Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - ‬8 min walk - ‪Pirates Deck - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Great home for the working traveler. Short term or long term is welcome. located? > This family-friendly Oak Island cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. Bay Beach and Oak Island Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question