Title: Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=22817900&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View ## Photo gallery for Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View ![Flat-screen TV, DVD player - Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22817900/22817900/dbd86683.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22817900/22817900/9082e8ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV, DVD player - Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22817900/22817900/796c65fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22817900/22817900/161998e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22817900/22817900/64df113b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Formerly known as La Porte De La Mer, this oceanfront home boasts a bright and airy living area with nearly wall-to-wall windows offering stunning ocean views. The spacious dining area seats six with four additional seats at the kitchen bar, and two large covered decks provide ample space to unwind. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102194 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - 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. ### Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View 5 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom 4 Queens | 2 Twins Two story oceanfront home on the island’s west end with three flat screen TVs, one DVD player and wireless internet. This home boasts a bright, open concept living area with nearly wall-to-wall windows on the south side with ocean views. The dining area seats six with four additional seats at the kitchen bar. The u-shaped kitchen offers plenty of space to prep a meal on the granite countertops. The entire home is beautifully decorated and features hardwood floors and large spacious rooms. Two large covered decks with furniture, sundeck, rinse off from the beach and outdoor shower with hot and cold water. Formerly known as La Porte De La Mer. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### 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; 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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 1013 ## About the area Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. [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%7C33.91443%2C-78.18584&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=o7EsjEAZfI6RUuY2irO0JFvdJbg=) 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 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Aerial view of Ocean crest fishing pier at Oak Island NC. Looking at the pier and beach front.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661019/d1103e37-f52c-436a-8e01-1fc7e6ad6707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ocean Crest Pier 6 min drive \- 2.4 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 18 min drive \- 10.4 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 34 min drive \- 29.0 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 55 min drive \- 42.2 miles ### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) 56 min drive ### Restaurants - Lonerider at Oak Island 6 min drive - The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza 35 min drive - oak island deli & pub 11 min drive - Pirates Deck 11 min drive - Thai And Vine 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View? ### What time is check-in at Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View? ### What time is check-out at Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View? ### Where is Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Marilu: Oceanfront Home w/Spacious Rooms and Incredible View Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Jackie H. 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Great Get Away Awesome 👌 ##### Jackie H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura K. 31 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway I stayed with a small group of friends. Beach access was great and the porch sitting area was fabulous. Kitchen was well stocked and the property was very clean. ##### Laura K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### laura m. 1 Apr 2021 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### OIA terrible management co The property was nice and we enjoyed the view. But OIA management company lied to us and said we had direct access to the beach from the property. Did nothing to rectify their material misrepresentation about the accomodations. Dirty linens from previous guest left on porch during our stay and never picked up. ##### laura m. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ---