Title: Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27560900/27560890/478017c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27560900/27560890/2a94fb5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27560900/27560890/ae4802d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27560900/27560890/5673ddc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27560900/27560890/83c7f205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Unwind at this cozy beachside cottage, where you can enjoy a sun deck with ocean views and a covered front porch perfect for taking in the salty air. Inside, discover updated kitchen amenities like granite countertops and hardwood flooring throughout. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms 1 Queen | 1 Double | 2 Twins This vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs under 30lbs each per reservation year-round. Four TVs, 40" Smart TV in living room with basic cable and 32" Smart TV in master, Roku on smaller TVs, high-speed wireless internet access, books, games. Property features a covered front porch and a large uncovered sun deck, both with views of the dunes and ocean. This renovated cottage saw new updates in 2024 and features a modern kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring throughout. Property owner will only allow up to two dogs under 30lbs each. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: High-speed internet ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Tennis - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,650 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110410000/110405600/110405572/c5a69930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront Gem with Stunning Views, Spacious Deck, Outdoor Shower, and Grill Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=110405572&PinnedHotelID=110405572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73040000/73034400/73034365/f6d35b44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3BR/2BA - 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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 ### Property is also known as 1186 Smart Pelican 3 BR / 2 BA Home in Oak Island Sleeps 6 ## About the area ![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%7C33.91127%2C-78.12647&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eF80zgoop_W6-WQrjuKl41oPne0=) Oak Island, NC #### What's nearby - Caswell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Ocean Crest Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Oak Island Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.4 km - Members Club at St. James Plantation - 7 min drive - 4.8 km - Oak Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.0 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Salt64 - ‬4 min drive - ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬3 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pirates Deck - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen 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 Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen located? > Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. Oak Island Golf Club and 57th Place West Access Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Smart Pelican: Dog-Friendly Oceanfront Cottage with Modern Kitchen 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) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kolby S. Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Labor Day anniversary Awesomw ##### Kolby S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Margaret G. Nov 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Old fashioned but Cozy and clean Great location for this old school beach hit. Not fancy at all but the living quarters were simple and clean. ##### Margaret G. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy R., Hattiesburg Oct 31, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location Lovely location and lovely place. Could do with updating inside bedroom furniture and repairs to outside balcony. ##### Wendy R. 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