Title: Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=27529266&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island ## Photo gallery for Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island ![Terrace/patio - Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529300/27529266/d7b64495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529300/27529266/bb1e152d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet - Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529300/27529266/9b09cbab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529300/27529266/f94b38b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529300/27529266/e68cd75d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies This charming duplex welcomes you with a large screened-in back porch and comfortable bedrooms. Relax on the porch or stroll 2½ blocks to beach access, where you can enjoy the sun and surf. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62832 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | Lower-Level Duplex 1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Double-over-double Bunk Bed Four flat screen TV's with extended cable, wireless internet. Tile floor in main living, dining, kitchen, and bathrooms. The carpeting in bedrooms. Large screened-in back porch with access from two bedrooms. Well-appointed home with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, dining for six at the table plus four stools at the kitchen bar. Baby gate. Approximately 2½ blocks to beach access. Gas and charcoal grills. Few steps to Shagger Jack's restaurant and other businesses. Corn hole game. Parking for two cars, boats cannot be parked at the property. Property only allows 1 small dog (20 lbs or less) per stay. Off-season monthly but pets MUST be approved prior. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the sea ### Things to do - Tennis - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) ### General - Unit size: 2,832 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36950000/36940900/36940811/13304c51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barbee Beach House: A Peaceful Vacation Home for a Large, Active Group Yaupon Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=36940811&PinnedHotelID=36940811&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529000/27528947/359a06e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Time Stands Still: 4 Bed/3 Bath Home with Private Fenced In Pool Only One Block Yaupon Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=27528947&PinnedHotelID=27528947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529400/27529354/e3ff060b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Searious Sunset View: Panoramic Ocean Views, Community Pools Caswell Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=27529354&PinnedHotelID=27529354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96460000/96451700/96451645/be8e7d66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quaint Beach House, Steps to the Beach & Shops Yaupon Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=96451645&PinnedHotelID=96451645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119560000/119559500/119559453/40e582b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Golden Gulls -Roomy 3BR/2BA, near shops, food, & beach-golfcart rental Tranquil Harbour - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=119559453&PinnedHotelID=119559453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93081200/93081160/e32d4561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wish Upon A Starfish: Ranch Home Just a Short Walk from Shops and Dining Tranquil Harbour - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 6.8 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=93081160&PinnedHotelID=93081160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89830000/89820500/89820423/9fc7b4fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PRIVATE Pool w/ Lithium Golf Cart w paid parking INCLUDED. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1384 House Oak Island House Private vacation home House Private vacation home Oak Island Well Appointed 3 Bed/2 Bath Rental in Heart of Oak Island ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Yaupon Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caswell Beach and Bay Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. [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%7C33.91014%2C-78.08372&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=71p89fylrF2ZjcFU-V8xc2BjfRE=) Oak Island, NC ### What's nearby - ![Amazing sunset ](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 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Oak Island Lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661022/b764bfdb-38dc-48ad-8802-c05d118c9674.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oak Island Lighthouse 6 min drive \- 3.7 miles - ![This can be your view from a beach rental house on Holden Beach. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6225867/12e6daff-718d-4201-80cf-53244e6e8911.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Holden Beach 37 min drive \- 32.7 miles - ![FFHFRM The University of North Carolina at Wilmington campus, North Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066247/569d1cc6-a700-40ad-a8bd-5c24f1738d73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of North Carolina at Wilmington 49 min drive \- 42.3 miles - Oak Island Golf Club 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) 48 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 14 min walk - Koko Cabana 10 min walk - Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill 12 min walk - Salt64 20 min walk - Old Bridge Diner 17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island? ### What time is check-in at Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island? ### What time is check-out at Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island? ### Where is Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Joyce's Dream: Well Appointed Vacation Home in Heart of Oak Island Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 9 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly I. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nicely decorated and close to the beach The outdoor screened porch was great with my dogs. ##### Kimberly I. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda L M. 22 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Awesome property only a few blocks from the beach ##### Brenda L M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah M. 19 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Joyce’s Dream was a Vacationer’s Dream! I booked this house to use for a family & friends vacation and it could not have been more perfect for us! The house was well stocked with everything we needed - including beach chairs! We did end up renting a golf cart to use for our stay as the walk was a bit for far for my elderly grandparents in the August heat and humidity (and with all of our gear, it was just the right decision). Being able to bring our dog was another awesome bonus and helped to save us money from boarding. The air conditioner worked well and was a welcome reprieve at the end of a long day on the beach, and we were especially grateful that W/D were included. We greatly enjoyed the patio furniture in the front AND back of the house, with the screened in back porch keeping us protected from bugs while also allowing us to enjoy some cooler nights outside. The kitchen table provided a great surface to play games and enjoy meals together, and the open floor plan allowed us to still enjoy each others company while cooking or doing things on our own. At the end of the street sits a brewery and two restaurants, along with several vendors for fresh seafood within walking distance. The finishing touches were the two end tables that also served as dog crates! While we did not use them during our stay, they could definitely come in handy for another stay. Last but not least, the house comes with several grills, one of which is a large propane grill that we utilized several nights. Great pans, tasteful decor, etc. ##### Sarah M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B., Richfield, NC 2 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay House was as advertised. Clean and comfortable. We had a short weekend and the weather was wet but we had a good time. Plenty of games to keep the kids busy. Nice yard for the dog to run outside. Looking forward to going back hopefully when the weather is better. ##### Robert B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia P. 21 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vac Good location. But did have a problem with master bathroom toilet, reported it bit nobody came out to fix it ##### Patricia P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ralph B. 4 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice Close to everything in oak island ##### Ralph B. Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandie G. 21 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, clean home! We had an amazing, relaxing week. The perfect family vacation on Oak Island. Super cute house, centrally located, clean and well kept. We definitely would stay again. Thank you. ##### Brandie G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Genevieve K. 11 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful vacation! We absolutely loved visiting Oak Island! The house was perfect! Clean, comfortable, and with all the amenities that we needed. This was our first time vacationing with our two dogs and the house was perfect for them! Great fenced in yard and even though we did not need, the house had two crates available to use. Highly recommend this home for a vacation! ##### Genevieve K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shannon S. 30 Jul 2021 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Beware! Be aware that I was charged PER WEEK for cleaning and sanitation services. We were there for ONE MONTH and NO ONE came by for our ENTIRE stay. The only sanitizing that we witnessed was upon our departure. The man went inside to spray. He was physically inside for approximately two minutes, locked up and left—-THAT is the sanitizing. We each received ONE SET of towels PER person for the ENTIRE month. The hot tub NEVER worked. There was hair in it and also in the jets from previous guests. I called and put in a request. The maintenance man came and said that would be a big job of having to take out the tub. Nothing was done. In one of the back bedrooms…the lock wouldn’t work. My daughter slept with a chair in front of the door. She was scared until the maintenance man came and corrected that problem. The beach equipment that is bragged about in the listing was rusted and could not be used. The backyard was one of the main reasons that we chose this particular house. When we arrived… and during our entire stay… the backyard was grown up a couple of feet high. Neither our little Shih-Tzus nor ourselves could use it. Also…..Be aware that this is a downstairs unit only. Upstairs is very loud, especially on the weekends. I mentioned my concerns on THREE occasions to Oak Island Accommodations (this is who handles the owner’s bookings) and each time, my concerns were of no issue to the person I expressed my complaints with. Each time, I was assured that someone would call me. Well, it’s been TWO MONTHS since our departing and we have yet to hear from anyone. We paid a large sum of money to stay for the month of May. Our vacation included me (a single mom) with my two daughters. The money that was taken from us fraudulently is uncalled for. There was NO CLEANING and NO SANITIZING each week. I understand a cleaning fee PER VACATION GUEST. But that same tremendous charge was extremely exaggerated and unprofessional. It’s money that my girls and I need. All this being said, I DO NOT RECOMMEND. ##### Shannon S. Stayed 21 nights in May 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Federica B. 17 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good vacation house! We enjoyed our stay! The house worked well for our family of four adults and two young children. Beach access was great, though crossing the road without any crosswalks can be a challenge. The main areas were clean, but some more attention to detail would have been good. ##### Federica B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris P. 16 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time We loved the house/duplex. Its was way more than we expected. ##### Chris P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Steve P., Lillington, NC 6 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Winter vacation Nice place with screened in porch overlooking fenced in backyard. Enjoyed walking to the beach every day, about four blocks. Food Lion and Publix within a couple of miles as well as several seafood markets and restaurants. House is a two level duplex but the top floor wasn’t occupied during our two weeks’ stay. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Steve P. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clinton V. 14 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay! Great location, well priced, pet friendly and a well stocked kitchen. 5 minute walk to the beach. Loved our stay! Great restaurant (Shagger Jack’s) just down the street with excellent food and a great coffee place just around the corner. In addition a great fresh seafood place just around the corner as well. Would definitely stay again. ##### Clinton V. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorena A. 6 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and comfortable stay The place is very accommodating, all the necessary implements of house we’re available. Overall, our stay was very much enjoyed. The beach was within minutes from dr house and especially safe Thank you so much ##### Lorena A. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### albert k. 12 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My Oak Island vacation Although the weather didn't cooperate with our stay on Oak Island we still had a terrific time. The house is as described online and had all the comforts of home. This house is in a terrific location, 15 min to Southport and literally down the block from Shagger jacks restaurant which is a terrific place to eat. If you can't be right on the beach this is a great alternative place to stay!!! ##### albert k. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mandy A. 9 Aug 2025 ##### Mandy A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ---