Title: The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront - 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 # The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113263100/113263060/157eb9ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113263100/113263060/ca946689.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books - The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113263100/113263060/8f54d4b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113263100/113263060/edddb44e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books - The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront (Oak Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113270000/113263100/113263060/d0f7ab81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront provides laundry facilities and more. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - 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. ### The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms 2 Queens | 1 Twin | 1 Twin-over-queen Bunk Bed | 1 Twin-over-twin Bunk Bed A true seaside treasure, The Mermaid Cottage offers guests the nostalgia of a classic knotty-pine paneled beach cottage effortlessly combined with shabby-chic touches and modern amenities. With space for up to ten guests and two dogs per stay, the entire family can soak in the sun as you build sandcastles together just steps from your door. Beautifully updated and decorated throughout, the open concept living area is well lit both day and night thanks to walls of windows and thoughtful lighting choices. Cuddle up on the comfy sectional or lounge in the pair of recliners to watch a movie or stream your favorite shows. The sturdy dining table seats at least six adults comfortably, with bench seating along one side allowing for extra space if needed. Three additional seats are available at the adjacent breakfast bar. The compact kitchen still offers plenty of counterspace and is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare meals, whether you’re laying out the ultimate build your own sandwich bar, setting some chili to simmer in the provided crockpot while you spend the day on the beach or beautifully baking an impressive catch of the day. Just off the kitchen, the first two bedrooms share hall access to a full bathroom with a pedestal sink and a standard tub/shower combo. The streetside bedroom is furnished with a twin-over-double bunk bed and a twin bed. The stackable washer and dryer are also tucked behind a screen in this room. The middle bedroom provides a queen bed and a twin-over-twin bunk bed, along with a smart TV for personal entertainment. The oceanfront master suite is located off the living room and features a queen bed, wall-mounted smart TV and direct oceanfront deck access. The ensuite bathroom offers a pedestal sink and step-in shower stall. The oceanfront covered porch offers plenty of seating, with a wrap around built in bench, classic rocking chairs and a comfortable lounge chaise. Dine al fresco at the wooden picnic table as you watch the sunset over the Atlantic. Thanks to the wooden gate at the top of the steps, parents can relax as toddlers or dogs play. There’s also a fenced dog run on the lower level, as well as an additional picnic table and a sand box in the shade under the house. The enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water makes rinsing sand off after a day on the beach a breeze, and the storage area is well stocked with beach chairs and toys for your use, plus a cart to haul everything in. Take a break from the hustle of the everyday and live life by the drift of the tides – Book your stay at The Mermaid Cottage today. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### 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 - 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) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27560900/27560864/2ea4ea22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Footprints In The Sand: 3 Bedroom with unobstructed ocean views Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=27560864&PinnedHotelID=27560864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96790000/96781500/96781471/c8a6bd63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Vintage Beach Bungalow Only One Block from the Beach Long Beach - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=96781471&PinnedHotelID=96781471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27560200/27560192/79aaeb1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### See The Sea: Oceanview beach cottage in East Beach Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=27560192&PinnedHotelID=27560192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31760000/31758400/31758394/cbf193cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moon Struck: Oceanfront Home with Bold, Coastal Flair Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=31758394&PinnedHotelID=31758394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529400/27529361/ba9a2c79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Love Shack: Charming Oceanview Cottage on East Beach Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=27529361&PinnedHotelID=27529361&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27529300/27529299/728c7dda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Tides: Ocean View Home with Private Backyard Pool! 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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 2028 ## 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%7C33.91257%2C-78.13424&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=13KG9Z2tzNCc_qi6czgMblEMwqs=) Oak Island, NC #### What's nearby - Caswell Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Ocean Crest Pier \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Oak Island Lighthouse \- 12 min drive \- 11.3 km - Holden Beach \- 34 min drive \- 47.3 km - University of North Carolina at Wilmington \- 54 min drive \- 73.5 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Salt64 - ‬5 min drive - ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pirates Deck - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Mermaid Cottage: Charming, Dog-Friendly and Oceanfront Reviews 10 ### 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason B. Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Mermaid Cottage was everything we needed and then some. I will definitely book again ##### Jason B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James J. May 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best location ever The deck is so close to the beach that sitting on the deck feels like sitting on the beach. ##### James J. 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