The Naked Bean - Oak Island

Our Home is your home.  Welcome! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Spacious open kitchen - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
A new kitchen with everything you would need on vacation. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Table for 4 in the kitchen, 3 more bar stools and an extendable table for 6 on the screened porch. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Comfy living room with a nap-able couch.   - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Ahoy matey! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
View from the front door - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
A king bed in the master bedroom. All beds have a cozy down blanket and duvet cover. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
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Master Bath for the Kings and Queens of the home...  - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
A snuggly queen bed in the second bedroom. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
For the kids!  They will be happy they don't have to share a bed and you will be happy because they aren't complaining. :-) - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Shared bathroom for the two bedrooms.  Small but efficient - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
A bathtub and a shower - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Private and scenic? Yes please! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
This expanding table provides plenty of room for outdoor dining. Bug free! Hallelujah for the screens and fans! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Double dog dare you not to take a nap on the bed swing - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Rumor has it 12 people will fit in this outdoor shower however leaving the sand OUTSIDE is all we ask. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
New in 2022  - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
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Bring your favorite suds and go home with clean clothes! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Grill Masters welcomed.  - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Whether it is looking for shells or napping by the ocean, Oak Island is a beautiful place to recharge. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Oak Island is near Bald Head and Southport if you feel like exploring  - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Great place to rent kayaks or bring your own. I can give you the best places to go! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
We are easy access to flat water in case you want to get a few paddles in.  - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Why walk when you can ride? Bring your bikes or rent them: front door delivery! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
No commercialization here! Miles of houses and sand... - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
If you are reallllly up for the thrill, Oak Island offers it all! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
No beach trip is complete without a walk on the pier. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Southport is beautiful and just 15 minutes away! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
We are suckers for Southport shopping! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
Historic houses in Southport and Wilmington are lovely to see! - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
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This is really what Oak Island is all about. - The Naked Bean - Oak Island
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The Naked Bean - Oak Island

Charming Oak Island Cottage - Close to Everything!
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms · Vacation Home · Entire place · 1100 Sqft
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Our cozy updated 3BR cottage promises a fresh, clean and comfortable experience that is ideal for your family or friends beach week or weekend getaway. Close to everything Oak Island has to offer - sand, surf, fishing, boating and biking - whatever your heart desires. A well stocked kitchen to enjoy a dinner in or treat yourself to one of the many delicious Oak Island and Southport restaurants. Guests rave about the relaxing screened porch with the "Where Have You Been All My Life" hanging bed and the new back yard firepit. Come, relax and enjoy!

Located in the Tranquil Harbor section of Oak Island, the home is 5 blocks from the beach where you can view the most unforgettable sunsets. The home is just around the corner from the free public boat launch so bring your kayaks or boat. Located on a quiet residential street, it is an easy stroll or bike ride to several restaurants, the Food Lion, Dairy Queen and shopping. Southport is just a short drive away for a day of shopping, dining, or a trip to Bald Head Island by ferry. If you are more adventurous, take the Fort Fisher ferry to Carolina Beach and have a drink at the tiki bar on the beach, or drive to Wilmington and explore the battleship and all the unique areas Wilmington has to offer.

The welcome information provides all you need to know about easy access public beach parking, places to eat and things to do. If you are interested in renting bikes, kayaks and other beach toys we can help you arrange for them to be delivered to the house. Please just ask.

The home has been stylishly decorated with maximum comfort in mind. Guests often comment on the cleanliness, comfortable beds and attention to detail. The house is only a 6 steps off the ground and all one level inside; perfect for guests with some mobility issues. There are three bedrooms that sleep six people total with king bed, a queen bed, and two twin beds. There is a master bathroom, a shared hall bathroom for the other two bedrooms. An outdoor shower is available to rinse off the salt and sand at the end of a day at the beach. Enjoy the backyard fire pit on a cool evening, or the piece de resistance, the screened porch with its table for six and a hanging bed. Take a nap or even spend the night on it. I promise the cool breeze of ocean air and the sounds of the island will lull you to a blissful sleep. The house comes with a fully stocked kitchen and plenty of other creature comforts to make you feel right at home. There is an outdoor grill for all you grill masters. There is high speed Wifi at the house and the TV has access to all the local channels as well as Hulu and Netflix. There is also access to Amazon Prime if you have an account. If you elect to disconnect, there are books and games available too.

All linens and bath towels are included, as is body wash, shampoo, conditioner, kitchen soap, and cleaning supplies. We will provide you with a couple rolls of paper towels and toilet paper and trash bags to get you started. We do not provide beach towels so please don't forget to bring them with you. Please also plan to bring whatever else you need for the beach with you (or I can tell you where to rent beach stuff).

The Bean is located 2 hours from Raleigh, 3 ½ hours from Charlotte and an easy 7 hour drive from the DMV metro area. There is no excuse not to visit this beautfiful island.

A few days before your arrival we will send the code for the door and all the check-in procedures. It is very easy. You arrive, let yourself in and your vacation has begun. No keys to worry about. We are available to answer any questions you may have, so don't hesitate to ask. We want you to love the house and the area as much as we do! If we are not on the island ourselves, we have a house manager that is just minutes away if necessary.

We ask for you to keep the number of guests to 6 or less, though we will permit an additional child under 2 years old.

While our guests have full run of the house, we ask that you please respect the locked closet and shed.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Busy Season (May – August): We require a 3 night minimum. Any bookings made outside these parameters will be cancelled unless pre-approved by us first.

Off Season (September – April): We require a 2 night minimum. Please contact us for discounts on any reservations longer than 7 days.

Active Military & First Responders: We offer a 10% discount for all active military members and first responders (LEO, ambulance medics and firefighters) with valid ID. Please contact us either before or after booking to adjust the nightly rate.

Check-in/Check-out: Check-in is anytime after 3pm. If arriving late at night, please be respectful of our neighbors. They all live there full-time and we want them to continue to like us. Check out is 10am. While we try to accommodate our guests as much as possible, check-in and check-out times during the busy season are strictly adhered to due to the short amount of time we have to prepare the house for the next guests.

Pets: This is a no pet rental. Please don't ask if we will make an exception for your little Boo Boo because he is the best behaved dog ever. He is still a dog and we don't accept them.

Travel Insurance: All guests are strongly encouraged to purchase travel insurance prior to their trip in case of emergency trip cancellation. This is especially crucial during hurricane season.

Deposit - If you are new Air B&B please rest easy that the security deposit is not processed unless there's a problem after you leave. This money is not taken out of your account in advance. You may exhale now.

I am a text or phone call away. I have a house manager very nearby if I am personally not on the island.

There is a nature center, public boat access, and public pier just a few home sites away. We walk to the beach for exercise in the morning but carrying a donkey load of beach things on your back can make for an angry jaunt. Your car may be better than your back for long days on the shore. No loud shenanigans after 10 pm or midnight games of tag please...our neighbors will call us if the rukus gets to rukusitable. Hashtag sad face if the po po show show.

While the house may be walking distance for some from the beach, restaurants and even a grocery store, a car is highly recommended to get around the island. The house has enough parking for three cars.

READ THE HOUSE MANUAL for "Things Not To Forget!" during the stay such as beach umbrellas, coolers for the beach, beach towels, sunscreen, food to eat, toiletries, etc. Check in and out procedure listed there also. You can do absolutely everything on this island or nothing at all. Our home is perfect for small families, girls or guys weekends, or couple getaways. It's just not for smoking, raucous parties or inconsiderate people. If you are prone to any of those please don't make a reservation.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: While growth and progress can be good, it can sometimes test our patience. This is one of those times. A house is being constructed next door. Because we cannot vouch for how often workers will be present or how long the house will take to complete, we have elected not to raise our rates for 2023 in consideration to our guests for the possibility of construction work next door during their stay.

Sleeping Configuration

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Bedroom 1
1 king bed
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Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
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Bedroom 3
2 single beds

What this place offers

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IconHigh Speed Internet
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Shared spaces

IconShared Tennis Court
Public tennis courts are behind town hall.

Reviews (92)

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Based on 92 reviews

John D.
John D.
May 2020
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Jennifer’s unit is the best Airbnb I have ever stayed at! First off, I need to say a big THANK YOU! to her for renting to me, an “essential worker” when every other place in Oak Island was seemingly unaware that it is legal to rent to essential workers. The unit is outstanding! It is the nicest Airbnb I’ve ever stayed at. Wifi is outstanding, the kitchen has everything you’d ever need, and the layout of the home is awesome. What is really neat is the finishes. It feels like a custom home. This is most apparent from looking at the beds (King in Master, Queen in 2nd bedroom, 2 twins in 3rd bedroom). They have the fluffiest, softest comforters I’ve yet seen in an Airbnb. Most other, competing units on Airbnb are outfitted as if to a tourist. Meaning cheaply. IN WONDERFUL CONTRAST, Jennifer’s unit is outfitted as if the Sultan of Brunei is a frequent guest. All the finishes and fabrics are luxurious. You sink into the couch! That's what i needed after a long, day in the hot sun working as an essential business! Another nice perk is the home backs up to woods. So it’s quiet. Oh and on the back porch there’s another dining table plus a really cool hanging cushion bed. Almost like for the Sultan of Brunei! Jennifer’s home is simply Amazing!
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Response:Thank you John. As I told you, the Naked Bean has a very special place in my heart. I appreciate the glowing review. I hope you will come back and visit again.
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Christie
Christie
Mar 2020
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This house is perfect!!! Great location, very clean and has everything you need to cook with. Also board games for the family. The beds are comfy, and house is beautifully decorated. The neighborhood is quite. You can ride bikes around, walk to the waterfront boat docks. Has a pier to fish from. Jennifer answers all questions in a timely manner. There’s a suggestion book on restaurants. Overall outstanding
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Jan S.
Jan S.
Mar 2020
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Perfect getaway!
From the moment we booked this home to the time we left everything was perfect! The owner is so nice and easy to communicate with. Check-in was easy since there was an electronic door lock. Best part, no keys to keep track of. The home is super clean and decorated to perfection. Like a five star resort. Took a video just so I could remember how cute everything was. The welcome parrot was above and beyond fun. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was fully stocked. There was even everything you would need for a fun day at the beach. No need to bring anything to this rental but your fun loving self! There are lots of great places to eat on the island as well as in the picturesque town of Southport. Don’t miss the boil on Wednesday's at the Turtle and pizza at pepperoni grill. We will definitely be back and want to bring our grand kids out so they can experience the “island”. Can’t wait to come back and spend more time at your home Jennifer!
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Luke
Luke
Mar 2020
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Blown away by the special touches this owner has put into her home. It felt like a brand new home. Great Time! I’ve stayed in many places/rentals and this by far is the best! Stay here is you own a rental to learn how it’s done right!
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Response:Luke, thank you for the very kind review. I truly appreciate it. You made my day. :-).
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Barbara
Barbara
Jan 2020
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The Naked Bean is such a wonderful place! The house is decorated so lovely you’ll feel right at home. It’s clean and has everything you’ll need for your stay. If you need to contact Jennifer she response quickly. The beach is within walking distance. Lots of restaurants and shopping on Oak Island. We made lots of memories! Enjoy!
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Response:Barbara, Thank you so much for all your kind words. I am so glad that you felt at home and had fun. I hope you will come back and stay again soon.
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Allyson W.
Allyson W.
Dec 2019
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One of my favorite rentals ever!
This house was absolutely beautiful inside. I loved the décor, and you can tell that Jenn takes pride in her rental. We enjoyed the back porch, including the amazing swing! We do not normally go on vacation to play games but we played games and put together puzzles both nights we were at the house. It was great bonding time with our family! The closet is FULL of different games and puzzles, more than I have ever seen a house offer! Jenn was helpful and quick to respond to any request that I had! She even goes as far as to provide coffee, sugar and creamer, which was enjoyed by my coffee loving family! Not only that but I can't rave enough about the beds! They were SO comfortable! The house was clean and well stocked. We enjoyed our time here and our time in Jenn's home, and we hope to come back in the future.
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Response:Allyson, Thank you very much for your praises. I enjoyed hosting you and your family very much and am so glad to hear the games and puzzles were used. My family loves them too. I hope you will come back and stay again. You are welcome anytime. Jennifer
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Sandy
Sandy
Nov 2019
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This was the sweetest house - I highly recommend "The Bean". We enjoyed how nicely appointed the space was - a lot of thought went into making it well stocked & comfortable. it has everything you need with no extra "stuff" to work around.
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Sylvia
Sylvia
Oct 2019
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This is a very comfortable house, well-stocked with amenities and pleasing decor. It is absolutely as advertised and would recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet place to stay at the beach. We loved being within walking distance of both the beach and the waterway. Jennifer was most responsive and attentive to all of our needs.
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Lisa
Lisa
Oct 2019
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Great location. Close to shops and the beach. Lovely home and host. We love Oak Island. Jennifer was a gracious host. We will be back.
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Doreen
Doreen
Sep 2019
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Wonderful home! Jennifer was super responsive and had lots of nice touches making our stay enjoyable. Loved the chalk welcome sign and the hanging bed on the porch. Will stay again!
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Christian
Christian
Sep 2019
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The Naked Bean is the perfect beach getaway! It's conveniently located to the beach and all the restaurants in the area, and an easy 20-minute ride to Southport or the opposite end of Oak Island. The house itself is incredibly charming with updated interior features and the amazing suspended bed on the screened-in back porch. Jennifer is a terrific, thoughtful host and we're already talking about when we can go back!
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Tara A
Tara A
Sep 2019
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We had a lovely stay here! The house is very clean and filled with everything you need. Swing out on the screened in porch was amazing! Very quick drive to beautiful beach.
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Nearby activities

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Suitability

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Child friendly
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No events allowed
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No smoking allowed
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Parking Included
There is parking for three cars on the driveway. Please no parking on the lawn.

Meet the Host

I love to travel but I feel most comfortable in my little house by the ocean on Oak Island. I rent it out so that others can share their love of travel with me.
IconMember since: March 2019
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Scenic views

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Location

Riverfront

Getting around

The Naked Bean is about 36 miles from Wilmington International Airport (ILM), about 67 miles from Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR), 98 miles from Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ); 104 miles from Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY); 109 miles from Florence Regional Airport (FLO); 168 miles from Charleston International Airport (CHS) and about 176 miles from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 3PM - 10PM
Check-in information will be emailed a few days prior to arrival
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Check Out: 10AM
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No pets
Minimum age limit for renters: 24
Maximum occupancy: 6
Payment Policy
Upon approval of a reservation request, an invoice will be sent to the email address provided and payment may be made by credit card, Paypal or check*

(*if reservation is more than 30 days away and reservation is not finalized until check is received).
Refundable Damage Deposit
All security deposits will be refunded within 7 days of check-out. Deductions may be taken at the owner's discretion for damage and excess cleaning fees.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 60 days or more prior to check-in will receive a 50% refund, less a 3% transaction fee, if paid by credit card or Paypal. There is no refund for cancellations made less than 60 days prior to check in. All cleaning fees and security deposits, paid to the date of cancellation, are fully refundable for any reservations cancelled prior to check-in.
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