Title: Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=89095611&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access ## Photo gallery for Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access ![TV - Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89100000/89095700/89095611/2a0caffa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89100000/89095700/89095611/a44c61aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89100000/89095700/89095611/f0437960.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89100000/89095700/89095611/a44a8c79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets - Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89100000/89095700/89095611/ea0f0839.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled amongst the trees, this quaint beach bungalow is a two-minute walk from Middleton Drive. Unwind in the cozy living room with a love chair and recliners or gather around the firepit on the patio that seats eight. Enjoy meals in the dining area for seven or grill your favorite meal outside. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms 1 King | 1 Queen | 2 Twins This beautiful, quaint beach bungalow is located two minutes from Middleton Drive, which has easy beach access in both directions. There is also a walkover at SE 9th Street worth exploring. Packed full of character, this beach cottage feels like a home away from home as it sits tucked away amongst the trees. The living room is furnished with a love chair and two recliners. This area also has a wooden China cabinet, which may transport some guests back to grandmother’s house. The flat screen television rests on the matching wooden TV stand in the living room, where your family and friends can gather for leisure and fun. Along the vaulted ceiling hangs a ceiling fan to offer a cool breeze on hot, summer days. To the left of the living room is the hallway, where you'll find the laundry closet on the right. The first guest bedroom has a queen-sized bed, comfortable for relaxing after a long day at the beach or strolling around the island. This room is perfect for reading a book or just to get away from it all. The second guest bedroom is located down this same hallway to the left. This room has two twin-sized beds. This room has a vintage yet inviting feeling that welcomes you as soon as you walk in. This is the ideal area to wind down and listen to the natural world outside. Across from the hallway of the second guest bedroom is a beautifully decorated full bathroom with a shower. The dining area sits adjacent to the living room, with seating for seven. Feast on your favorite island dish all while planning your next adventure on the island. The kitchen is beside the dining area. Equipped with a stainless-steel refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave, this traditional kitchen is made for a family gathering. With its granite countertops and light wooden cabinetry, this area suits guests well. Aside from the dining area is the master bedroom with a king-sized bed. This primary bedroom has a flat-screen TV that sits on a television stand to watch your favorite shows. Inside the bedroom is the master bathroom that has a shower. This section of the house seeks seclusion and calmness. The fenced backyard makes this beautiful home one of a kind. Charming trees surround you as you enjoy your family and friends on the outside patio. Gather around the firepit on the patio, which seats eight, or grill your favorite meal. Use the outdoor shower to rinse off after a hot day at the beach. There is also outside storage for any beach toys or extra vacation essentials you may need stored away. ## 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 - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 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) ## Similar properties ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96190000/96184300/96184275/a96b48b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Home! 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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 1871 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tranquil Harbour, 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling 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%7C33.92174%2C-78.15485&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JB6YlvKg9lL_SC7ShRLP1_eH_Ww=) 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 16 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 ## Ruff Life: Bungalow with Easy Beach Access 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 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Catherine H. 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pup’s first beach trip The house was very puppy proof and accommodating for dogs! It was exactly what we needed for our trip. However, upon arrival, the floors were covered in sand and hadn’t been vacuumed. We luckily found a vacuum and took care of it. Throughout our week long stay, we killed 11 cockroaches all throughout the house. ##### Catherine H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Steve P., Lillington, NC 15 May 2023 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Ruff Life Check-in was flawless. However, we were dismayed by the unswept floors and trash covered bedding so we had to do some washing before unpacking.. The house itself appears nearly new with nice floors and kitchen counters. We loved the small, neat, fenced in yard for our small dogs. The TV in the main room was huge and the chairs were comfortable. I’m a big walker so I was able to carry a bag chair and small cooler and walk to the beach but most people are going to drive. Be advised that there is no free parking anymore. Permits must be purchased. The house was perfect for the two of us but the rooms run to the small size so renters may want to consider this depending on the size of their group. ##### Steve P. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ---