Welcome to Tip-Sea @ the Sea

Sip, sea &
stay a while.

A breezy coastal cottage just minutes from the sand — wood-plank ceilings, salt-air mornings, and room for the whole crew. Come find your slow.

a little place by the sea

The cottage that makes you exhale.

Tip-Sea is our happy little beach house — sage-green walls, warm pine ceilings, and that easy, sandy-feet feeling the second you walk in. It sleeps the whole crew, opens onto a sunny deck, and sits just a short stroll from the water.

No front desk, no fuss. Just grab a cold one, kick off your shoes, and let the tide set the pace.

everything you need

Made for easy beach days

Sleeps the crew

A king master and a bunk room — comfy space for eight.

Full kitchen

Cook in or grill out — everything’s stocked and ready.

Sunny private deck

Morning coffee, evening drinks, all the salt air you want.

Fast Wi-Fi & smart TVs

Stream, work, or just check the surf report.

Minutes to the beach

Toes in the sand in the time it takes to find your flip-flops.

Coastal comfort

Fresh linens, comfy couches, and beachy touches everywhere.

take a peek

Inside Tip-Sea

happy guests

Loved by the people who stay

4.9
60+ happy stays

“The coziest little beach house we’ve ever stayed in. Woke up to ocean air every morning and never wanted to leave. We’re already planning next summer.”

JM
Jenna M.
Stayed July 2025

“Spotless, stylish, and steps from the sand. The kitchen had everything we needed and check-in was a breeze. Perfect for our family of five.”

DR
David & Rosa
Stayed Sept 2025

“Booking was simple and the hosts were so welcoming. Loved the sunny deck for evening drinks. This is our new go-to beach spot, hands down.”

TC
Tyler C.
Stayed Aug 2025
where you'll stay

Our rentals

Our beachside cottage is ready to book — with a second getaway arriving late 2026.

NOW BOOKING
Oak Island, NC

The Tip-Sea Cottage

Sleeps 8 · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths · full kitchen · sunny deck, one street from the beach walkover.

Coming Soon
Beachfront escape

The Second Escape

A second Tip-Sea getaway joins the fleet in late 2026 — details and dates to come.

good to know

Frequently asked questions

Check-in is from 2:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM. Self check-in with a lockbox means you can arrive on your own schedule — we’ll send the code the morning of your stay.

Tip-Sea comfortably sleeps eight across two bedrooms — a king master and a dedicated bunk room — plus two full bathrooms. The full kitchen, living area, and sunny deck give everyone room to spread out.

Yes — there’s free private driveway parking for up to three vehicles right at the cottage. There’s no street parking in the neighborhood, so please keep the whole group in the driveway.

We love four-legged guests! Well-behaved dogs are welcome with a $200 pet fee. Just let us know when you book so we can have everything ready.

Pick your dates on the booking calendar and send your reservation through — you’ll get confirmation right away. A $250 deposit holds the dates, with the balance due 7 days before arrival.

Still have a question? Get in touch

the tide's calling

Ready for your beach escape?

Check the calendar, pick your dates, and we’ll have the porch light on.