[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 4BR/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10 Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94692100/94692037/03ca6f1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94692100/94692037/36464d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94692100/94692037/a17e662d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94692100/94692037/f1be517a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94692100/94692037/6edfb68d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into the serene atmosphere of The Bessie-B, an oceanfront retreat on Oak Island's west end. With direct beach access and spectacular sunrise and sunset views, this haven is perfect for relaxation. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, and a Keurig coffee maker. Spend your days lounging on the sun deck or exploring nearby attractions like Ocean Crest Pier and Oak Island Golf Course. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### 4BR/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10 Tucker's Tide (formerly known as The Bessie B) - 4 Bedroom 3 Bath House, Oceanfront, Dog Friendly, Sleeps 10 Standard Features: \- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) provided per the capacity of the house \- Fully equipped kitchen \- Free WIFI \- Drip Coffee Maker \- Washer/Dryer \- Iron/ironing board \- Departure housekeeping \- Non-smoking Notable & Unique Features: \- Located on the highly sought after west end of Oak Island \- Direct beach access \- Spectacular sunrise and sunset views over the ocean \- Convenient to Ocean Crest Pier, Beach Pantry Store, trails, fishing, great shops, dining, Oak Island Golf Couse, putt-putt and arcade, sky diving, helicopter rides, Oak Island Lighthouse, and other fun activities \- Short 10-15 minute drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island \- Beds: 1K, 1Q, 3T, 1BB T/T, 1 Single Futon \- Entertainment: Flat-screen Smart TVs equipped with streaming. Basic cable. TVs in all bedrooms. DVD player with DVD library. Board games. Puzzles. Books. \- Kitchen: Breakfast bar. Stainless-steel appliances. Granite countertops. Refrigerator. Electric range with cooktop. Dishwasher. Built-in microwave. Toaster oven. Toaster. Blender. Keurig coffee maker. \- Open/reverse floor plan \- LVP and tile flooring \- Double vanity in master bathroom \- Oceanfront sun deck \- Oceanfront covered porch \- Small street side sun deck \- Charcoal Green Egg Grill \- Picnic tables \- Open hot/cold outdoor shower \- Stairway entrance under house \- Keyless entry \- Private/covered parking \- Boat parking \- Dog friendly This gorgeous oceanfront home offers the peace and relaxation you need with all the comforts of home. But.....the best part is that the ocean will be your front yard! You will love having an outdoor picnic dinner with our amazing Oak Island sunset as your romantic backdrop. After which, you can take a long walk on the beach. Spend a relaxing day sunbathing in the sand in front of the home, as the kids build sand castles. Fall asleep at night to the gentle lullaby of the waves as they roll onto shore. If it rains, no worries here! Caring owners have provided plenty of games and DVDs to entertain or you can take a ferry ride for a day trip over to the Fort Fisher Aquarium. Everything you could need or want from necessities to fun is all just a few minutes away. Thrill seekers and quiet retreaters both will find much to do and see! Come and explore all that Oak Island and surrounding towns have to offer. You are sure to want to make The Bessie B your vacation sweet spot year after year! Exterior Video Monitoring on Premises ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the ocean - On a river ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78390000/78384500/78384441/0c242920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. 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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 116260 ## About the area Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [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%7C33.91450%2C-78.18040&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n4NB2gOLMsKqMVAP2jc9igk-NWM=) Oak Island, NC ### What's nearby - Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Ocean Crest Pier - 6 min drive - 3.4 km - The Point - 12 min drive - 5.7 km - Oak Island Golf Club - 16 min drive - 12.7 km - Oak Island Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 16.3 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 49 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Sea Biscuit Cafe/Pepe’s Pizza - ‬34 min drive - ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬7 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 4BR/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 4BR/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 4BR/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 4BR/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10 located? > Located in Long Beach, this vacation home is steps from Caswell Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ocean Crest Pier and 57th Place West Access Park. Horse Island and The Point are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 4BR/3BA Home - Oceanfront, Dog friendly and Steps to the beach, Sleeps 10 Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### janice j. Sep 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### quiet, beautiful location such a delight to have the entire family - including the pup- for a relaxing holiday! ##### janice j. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Richard L. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy It was a good overall stay, the view is beautiful and so relaxing to enjoy! Make sure to bring any spices you may need as I’m so use to going to places and them providing it or having it built up already and shampoo conditioner etc. ##### Richard L. 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