• As low as $241/Night
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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General Features

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Table tennis
  • Video library
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 2 total pets
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Bicycle on site
  • Blender
  • Car required
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Dining room
  • Dishwasher
  • Ecotours nearby
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Firepit
  • First aid kit
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Garden
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Heating
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Microwave
  • Near a hospital
  • Near laundromat
  • Near the beach
  • Near the sea
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Sailing nearby
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • TV
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • WiFi available

About this Property

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home

This home is an absolute gem! Do not let the economical price of John's Crab Shack fool you! Located on a wooded corner lot, this four-bedroom home is just a fast five-min. spectacular walk (paved sidewalk) to the beach. Guests do not have to cross over the the busy street of Oak Island Drive to get to the beach like similar homes in this price range. With two living rooms both equipped with TVs, separate dining room and fenced in backyard, John's Crab Shack's owners have lovingly decorated with your ideal family vacation in mind!

John's Crab Shack is waiting to help you create a calming vacation full of cherished memories. Appreciate yourself under the shady oaks of the fenced-in backyard. Load up the beach cart and walk over the tidal creek to the pretty beach or try your hand at surf fishing. Unwind on the beach under our shibumi shade. No need to buy, rent, or bring your own as we provide one for you. Wash the sand from your feet in the private hot and cold outdoor shower. Put an umbrella in your drink and grab a book as you relax on the backyard deck. Whip up a gourmet meal in the well-supplied kitchen or grille out on the back-yard deck. For a rainy day, John's Crab Shack comes equipped with plenty of games, puzzles, and books to keep the whole family entertained. If that is not enough, then take a short drive to historic Southport to visit museums, art galleries, historic homes and then dine in one of Southport's many superb restaurant . For day trips, historic downtown Wilmington is only 40 mins., Myrtle Beach is an simple 1 hour drive or take a breathtaking ferry ride to exclusive Bald Head Island. There is also a convenience store just one block away on the way to the beach. A public floating dock 5 streets away and a public fishing dock 6 streets away.

With plenty of room to spread out or get together for a family dinner, John's Crab Shack is really a great family vacation home. The beaches of Oak Island are waiting for you...

Master bedroom = 1 King + full bath, Bedroom 2 = 1 Queen & 1 bunk bed, Bedroom 3 = 1 queen, Bedroom 4 = full bed


Keywords: Dog friendly family House with fenced in backyard, beach walk.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Booking the best vacation rental experience:

When to visit & When to book:

  • To get the best value, try shifting your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
  • In the Brunswick area area, The sooner your group can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
  • Some hosts and property managers offer promotional rates for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
  • Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
  • Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Brunswick area area travel guides which often include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting and booking the rightvacation home:

  • To start, have your family commit to trip dates and a max budget.
  • Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. John's Crab Shack - Fenced Backyard - Close Beach Walk has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  • Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available online. If you don't see them listed, email the property owner before booking the property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your family.
  • Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
  • Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
  • Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.

Know before you go:

  • Get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your . We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
  • Upon arrival, note any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
  • Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
  • Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
  • Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
  • When it's time to leave, take a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Record a video to document the condition of the property.
  • After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to inspire future bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.

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