[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35536500/35536422/c3f50919.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35536500/35536422/56e9be73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35536500/35536422/9476cd96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35536500/35536422/b807207e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35536500/35536422/c11c2e79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the beautiful Caswell Beach, a quiet and peaceful haven with your own private beach access. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from the spacious deck or step into one of two bedrooms overlooking the water. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## 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. ### Donovan's Blue Crab Cove . Beautiful and sought after beachfront property on quiet and peaceful Caswell Beach. The spacious deck overlooks the beach and the ocean. Your only steps away from the beach with your own private access. The house has an open concept connecting the living room, dining room, and kitchen. There are four bedrooms and two of them overlook the beach. Caswell Beach is a pet friendly community and there are lots of activities nearby. We have just recently hired a professional cleaning staff! Satisfaction guaranteed!! Gas card with every reservation of 2 or more days! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33258900/33258835/4cc10b70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded private OceanFront 3BR Condo steps from the pool golf course and ocean! 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It “Shore is Beautiful" here! 5 Bed / 2 Bath Ocean Front Home. Long Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 147 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=59446256&PinnedHotelID=59446256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Booklet provided with house rules ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Additionnal deposit required ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Donovan's Blue Crab Cove House Oak Island Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Oak Island Private vacation home Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Oak Island Oak Island Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Private vacation home Donovan's Blue Crab Cove House Private vacation home Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Oak Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Oak Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Oak Island Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Private vacation home Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Private vacation home Oak Island ## About the area Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Caswell Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Oak Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Oak-Island.dx6164970) [View more Vacation homes in Oak Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Oak-Island-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6164970-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C33.89737%2C-78.05590&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fEJ59QdOaqJKLjInFAjG2Iw-8ks=) Caswell Beach, NC ### What's nearby - Caswell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Oak Island Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.7 km - Oak Island Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.1 km - Ocean Crest Pier - 13 min drive - 10.3 km - Southport Marina - 18 min drive - 17.2 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Koko Cabana - ‬4 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive - ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Lazy Turtle - ‬3 min drive - ‪Oliver's on the Cape Fear - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Donovan's Blue Crab Cove pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Donovan's Blue Crab Cove? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Donovan's Blue Crab Cove? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Donovan's Blue Crab Cove located? > Nestled on the beach, this Caswell Beach vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Caswell Beach and Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse is 1.2 mi (2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Donovan's Blue Crab Cove Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny G. Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location for people and dogs Couldn't have a better location, view or beach privacy. What a relaxing time on a beautiful beach with plenty of space fot dogs to play. ##### Jenny G. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don A. Sep 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect house and beach location to relax and enjoy life Everything was A+ from booking the vacation to our very last day.Everything was great! ##### Don A. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charity B., Statesville, NC Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My new go to place. If I had a beach house this is what I would want it to look like and the location I would want it to be in. It felt like home to me. I have no complaints. Loved everything about it. Perfect for me and my family. ##### Charity B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Michelle M. Aug 4, 2020 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### We Would Not Stay Again This was, by far, the filthiest home that we have ever rented. That old pee smell when you walk in the door does not go away, no matter what you do. The rugs, beds, floors, and toilets were filthy. We had to go buy sheets and towels and cleaning supplies. A roach ran across the floor as we were getting ready for bed. The entire home needs a good scrubbing from top to bottom. ##### Michelle M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Aidan W. Oct 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming Beach Cottage with Quirks Let me start by saying that this is an amazing stretch of beach, quiet and uncrowded. The house is cozy but does need some refreshing; if you want to cook I would recommend bringing some extra pots and pans, there were lots in the cupboards but all damaged from heavy use. The coffee maker didn't work and there are quite a few lightbulbs out. With the beach wind the siding rattles and keeps you awake and the house sways quite a bit. The porch is a great place to enjoy the view but I hope that it has some maintenance done on the off season as the sturdiness of it was questionable, just don't stand all in one place. As far as the bedrooms go the true bed configuration is 1 king, 1 queen, 1 double and 2 singles. The house needs a good off season deep clean, air vents were coated in dirt/rust, sand in dresser drawers. Overall my family enjoyed our vacation here, just know what to expect. ##### Aidan W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kent C. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kent C. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B. Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay Location was perfect. Area non crowded with houses /people. Close to anything needed. ##### Robert B. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Colleen L., Asheville, Nc Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### Great pet friendly house Loved the location. Private section of beach that wouldn’t be crowed even in the summer. House was just as pictured. Comfortable beds and pretty well stocked kitchen. Only complaint was there were no true beach chairs. Just rusty folding patio chairs. We would have brought our own, but were told there were many. Also, didn’t know there were biting flys. Had to buy spray with deet and apply liberally to sit on the patio or beach. Found out this was a yearly occurrence for September and October. Overall, it was a great stay. ##### Colleen L. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James L. Oct 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach get away It was quiet fun and relaxing. Just what we needed. ##### James L. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracie H. Oct 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! Everything was just as listed. The location was great! Will definitely stay again! ##### Tracie H. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jess C. Aug 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location and great house! We loved our time here! The place was perfect for our growing family and you absolutely cannot beat the location!! Incredible view! Thank you for having us ##### Jess C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Kate S. Apr 12, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location Amazing spot right on the beach! Back porch overlooking the beach has a gate so our pups could enjoy the sunshine as well! ##### Kate S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine T. Mar 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice family vacation The home was clean and perfect for our family vacation, there was also a pack n play available that I didn’t see listed on the property so there’s that for extra ##### Catherine T. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly M. Sep 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great value Everything we needed. There are fancier places but why pay double or triple when this is perfectly fine. ##### Beverly M. 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