We were very pleased with our stay. Kara was accommodating to our requests and needs, as well as quick to respond to our inquiries. We have 2 large dogs that we wanted to bring and I was amazed to find a place that allows not just one but 2 large breed pups. The neighborhood was quiet and conveniently located near the local grocery store and gas station. Checking in and out was straightforward and simple. We'll definitely recommend Kara's place to our friends.
Everything was great ...was everything we expected...only thing we didn't like was the water pressure in the master bathroom...other than that everything was excellent!!Will definitely be a returning guest and would highly recommend!
We really enjoyed our vacation at Oak Island! This was our second year visiting and this house made it so enjoyable. It has a great location to everything and was so comfortable. The dogs enjoyed the fenced in yard and the neighbor even gave them treats over the fence. Thanks for allowing us to stay!
The house was cute and exactly as described. The bedrooms were good size and comfortable. Having the fenced in backpack for our dog was very convenient. We used the kayaks to explore the Intercoastal waterway. It was super convenient to be able to launch them around the corner from the house. The neighborhood is really nice and everyone was friendly. We walked to the beach from the house which only took about 12 minutes. The front porch was nice to hang out on in the shade. I would recommend staying here. For reference, we are a family of 4.
There was cleanliness issues upon arrival that the property owner resolved in a timely manner. It was the fault of the cleanling company and not the property owner. Overall this is a good property that is well equipped.
We had a great stay! The home was just what we needed to get away for the week and the host family had small added touches (laundry service with prepackaged linens, complimentary gift upon arrival and their great response times to questions) to take our stay above the top. We stayed while hurricane Idalia just came through and they checked on us to ensure everything and one were safe.
Our recent stay at The Tranquil Harbour was all we had hoped for. The cottage was beautifully clean and well-appointed and Kara Varnell and her husband were great hosts. The cottage was a perfect base for exploring the stunning Oak Island coast. We couldn't fault the cottage or our hosts, I would come back in a heartbeat!
Everything was very organized. From the easy use of the door code, very clean house, the 4 TV's in the house were easy to use, well stocked, to just very comfortable. Location to beaches was great. My dog enjoyed the morning and evening walks. A very nice and safe neighborhood. Oak Island is a great place to stay. Thank you
Wonderful getaway to celebrate the end of a school year. The house was clean and well-stocked and the furnishings were comfortable and attractive. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch where you could see boats passing on the ICW. We rode our rented golf cart all to the beach, to go fishing, to the grocery, and for ice cream and donuts. The dogs enjoyed our morning walks through the quiet neighborhood. It was a relaxing week!
My husband and I spent a week here during the off season for a change of scenery. We worked remotely and brought our two dogs who enjoyed the fenced in back yard. We all enjoyed many walks in the neighborhood and the beach. It was a wonderful time!
This is a wonderful little home with all the amenities to make a family vacation perfect. Thereâs enough room to spread out and still spend time with each other. We spent many mornings on the front porch and enjoyed the peacefulness of the neighborhood. Quiet, relaxing and comfortable. Everything you want on a vacation.
We enjoyed our time here at Oak Island. This location was just what we needed for our weekâs stay. It was a great location, steps from the sound for those who love to fish, and minutes from the beach. There were lots of people out walking and biking and we felt super safe. Great place and we will most definitely visit again. The front porch was the perfect place to sit outside at any time and enjoy the Oak Island weather.
This was the first time we have ever rented a place for vacation, as well as the first time my family has been to the ocean. The Home was beautiful, the neighborhood quiet, and the whole experience was wonderful. We were pleasantly surprised to find a closet with family games as well as children's books. Along with child safe dishes and a sippy cup in the kitchen. Check in was easy, check out was easy. All instructions were easy to follow, and the manual with recommendations was nice. The hosts were nice and easy to communicate with as well.