Brunswick Islands, NC

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One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
A beautiful #beach to catch the sunrise.
Another of the hundreds of butterflies seen in front of our hotel on this beautiful November day
Sunset taken from causeway leading to the beach

Where to stay in Brunswick Islands

Coastal secret

Long Beach

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park.

Long Beach
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Yaupon Beach

When in Yaupon Beach, you can plan a visit to Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Yaupon Beach
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
$96 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$109 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
The room was smaller than I expected, but we weren’t in it except to sleep! We did find the mattress to be very firm & actually uncomfortable for both of us, but it was just for one night, so it was ok. The ladies at the front desk were kind and very helpful! Conveniently located - we enjoyed dinner ...

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Ocean Crest Motel
4 BR 2 BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Big Deck, & AMAZING Ocean Views! - Book Now!

4 BR 2 BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Big Deck, & AMAZING Ocean Views! - Book Now!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Allen is a fantastic and responsive host

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

4 BR 2 BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Big Deck, & AMAZING Ocean Views! - Book Now!
Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Great house, kitchen was well stocked with everything I needed to cook for 4 for the week.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
4 BR 2 BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Big Deck, & AMAZING Ocean Views! - Book Now!

4 BR 2 BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Big Deck, & AMAZING Ocean Views! - Book Now!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Allen is a fantastic and responsive host

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

4 BR 2 BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Big Deck, & AMAZING Ocean Views! - Book Now!
Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Great house, kitchen was well stocked with everything I needed to cook for 4 for the week.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC

Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
Sandy Paws was perfect for our long weekend stay. The extra touches like the stocked coffee bar and the toiletries bags were great and very much appreciated. Our Golden loved the backyard and the location is convenient to the 31st walkover to the beach. Emily was great to work with. The home was ...

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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