Title: Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts Vacation home in Oak Island with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts ![Terrace/patio - Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258500/91258420/c1dffdbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258500/91258420/efa184ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258500/91258420/edaaa1bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258500/91258420/863eafdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258500/91258420/2abc91ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ginger Mermaid welcomes you to its pristine beach house with magnificent ocean views from the front porch rockers. Enjoy a well-equipped kitchen, great room with smart TV and plenty of space for two families or a large group. Linens and departure maid service are included in your stay. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts 4BR/2BA - BR1:1K BR2:1Q BR3:2T BR4: 1Q - Enjoy magnificent and memorable ocean views from the front porch rockers! Enjoy watching the sea birds dive for a meal, the shrimp boats loading their next fresh catch, and the kids play on the beach! Ginger Mermaid enters the vacation rental market for the first time with phenomenally low rates so be the first to stay in this pristine and well-kept beach house. 4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms total, 2 and 1 on each side provides the perfect layout for two families, or at a minimum provides plenty of space and privacy for everyone. Take advantage of the clean and fully equipped kitchen to make your meals or dine out at one of Oak Island’s many restaurants. A great room with smart TV and space to enjoy with family awaits you, but the ground level area underneath is the perfect spot to hang out when you need to get of the sun, play music and games or just relax! Hardwood, tile and carpet flooring combine to provide your comfort complemented by clean, refined and beachy finishes throughout. Just a short distance to the Ocean Crest Pier for fishing and Island Way Restaurant for fine dining! Book now while you still have a chance to experience Ginger Mermaid’s charm! Linens & Departure Maid service included Saturday to Saturday only in Prime & Resort seasons, minimum 3-night stay in all other seasons. No Pets of any kind. Check-In 3-5PM Check-Out: 10:00AM ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529300/27529300/184a0dc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Down The Shore: Gorgeous, Updated Home with Pool Long Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=27529300&PinnedHotelID=27529300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87830000/87823400/87823345/c99e220f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wonderful Ocean Views - Sleeps 12 -3 Mins to Beach Long Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=87823345&PinnedHotelID=87823345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73040000/73032100/73032005/41cc9831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wave Haven Oak Island - Second Row Ocean View Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=73032005&PinnedHotelID=73032005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105880000/105874400/105874382/828ca576.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### All Sands On Deck: Custom-Built Home With Artistic Coastal Decor Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=105874382&PinnedHotelID=105874382&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67410000/67402500/67402489/29428b2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful house minutes from the beach! 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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 required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 122043 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long 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 The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking, and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [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%7C33.91490%2C-78.15180&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3_2p5SWzZKS8-b0tx5ClNUWc5BA=) 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 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Aerial view of Ocean crest fishing pier at Oak Island NC. Looking at the pier and beach front.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661019/d1103e37-f52c-436a-8e01-1fc7e6ad6707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ocean Crest Pier 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Oak Island Lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661022/b764bfdb-38dc-48ad-8802-c05d118c9674.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oak Island Lighthouse 15 min drive \- 13.0 km - ![This can be your view from a beach rental house on Holden Beach. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6225867/12e6daff-718d-4201-80cf-53244e6e8911.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Holden Beach 31 min drive \- 45.6 km - ![FFHFRM The University of North Carolina at Wilmington campus, North Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066247/569d1cc6-a700-40ad-a8bd-5c24f1738d73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of North Carolina at Wilmington 53 min drive \- 66.8 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - Koko Cabana 11 min drive - Lonerider at Oak Island 12 min drive - Salt64 8 min drive - Paul's of Oak Island 7 min drive - Pirates Deck 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts? ### What time is check-out at Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts? ### Where is Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ginger Mermaid / 916 E Dolphin Drive - Coastal Vacation Resorts Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth T. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice location and lovely views Very comfortable house with a short and easy walk to the beach! ##### Elizabeth T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [CH103- Waterfront! 3 Bedrooms (1 Master), Comm. 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