Brunswick County, North Carolina
Oak Island & Southport Vacation Rentals
Oak Island is a laid-back family beach town, and Southport is the harbor town next door at the mouth of the Cape Fear River. We manage 4 homes here, 1 of them dog friendly. Book direct with our local team and skip the booking-site fees.
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4 Homes to Choose From
- 1 dog friendly
- From $200 / night
Pins show approximate locations. Exact addresses are shared after booking.
Oak Island, NC
Oceanfront Condo | Oak Island Beach Villas + Pool
From $250 / night
Southport, NC
Riverfront King Condo | Pool + Southport
From $200 / night
Dog friendlyOak Island, NC
Oak Island Stay | Near Beach, Park & Splash Pad
From $200 / night
Oak Island, NC
Southern Shores, Oak Island Oceanfront with Pool, Villa
From $200 / night
Local knowledge
About Oak Island & Southport
Oak Island is a barrier island in Brunswick County with a relaxed, residential feel: beach cottages, a town pier and plenty of room to spread out on the sand.
Southport sits a few minutes away, where the Cape Fear River meets the ocean. Its historic waterfront, shady streets and harbor views make an easy afternoon, and the state ferry runs from Southport across the river to Fort Fisher.
Summer is beach season, and the N.C. 4th of July Festival in Southport is one of the biggest weekends of the year. Spring and fall are quieter, and Oak Island's beach parking is free outside April through September.
Why Stay in Oak Island & Southport
Oak Island Pier
The town's fishing pier, also known as Yaupon Pier, open year-round for fishing and ocean views.
Oak Island Lighthouse
In Caswell Beach at the island's east end. A volunteer group runs climbing tours; book ahead, and climbers need to be at least 9.
Southport's Waterfront
Shops, restaurants and harbor views along the Cape Fear River, where big ships pass on their way to and from the ocean.
Southport–Fort Fisher Ferry
A ride of about 35 minutes across the Cape Fear River to Fort Fisher and Kure Beach. Check NCDOT's schedule before you go.
Old Smithville Burying Ground
Southport's historic cemetery, from when the town was called Smithville, where river pilots and ship captains are buried.
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Oak Island & Southport Right Now
Forecast
Veterans DayPartly Sunny74°F
TonightPartly Cloudy57°F
ThursdaySunny74°F
Thursday NightMostly Clear45°F
Tides
Today
- Low 1:54 am0.4 ft
- High 8:17 am5.6 ft
- Low 2:36 pm0.7 ft
- High 8:21 pm4.3 ft
Thursday
- Low 2:31 am0.5 ft
- High 8:57 am5.4 ft
- Low 3:16 pm0.9 ft
- High 9:01 pm4.0 ft
Sunrise 6:42 am Sunset 5:13 pm
Beach Parking
Paid April 1 to September 30, 9 am to 5 pm. Free before 9, after 5 and all off-season.
Rates change each year; check posted signs or the official site.
Beach safety: rip currents are the biggest risk on this coast. Swim near a lifeguard, check the beach flags, and if you're caught in a current, swim parallel to shore until you're out of it.
What's on
Events in Oak Island & Southport
Events to Look Forward To
- Jun–Jul
N.C. 4th of July Festival
About nine days, late June through July 4
North Carolina's official Fourth of July festival, in Southport since 1972: a parade, a flotilla and fireworks over the river.
Dates change, so check with the organizer before you book. The full calendar is at Brunswick Islands events.