Paws Awhile: Dog-Friendly Home with Ocean Views - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Twin Daybed | 1 Double-over-double Bunk Bed | 1 Twin-over-double Bunk Bed

This is your sign that it’s time to Paws Awhile and relax at the beach! Completed in 2025, this ocean view home offers a reverse floor plan that takes full advantage of the vistas of the Atlantic just across the street and welcomes up to two dogs per stay.

Settle into the comfortable curved sectional or loveseat to watch the big game with family, or gaze out the window to watch shorebirds swoop for their dinner instead. The open concept living space flows into the kitchen, where three seats at the center island provide ideal perches for your flock to keep the family prepare company as they put away groceries or prepare meals. Stainless steel appliances and a gleaming white backsplash anchor this space, which is completely outfitted with everything you’ll need to prepare and dine. The adjacent dining table seats six, and a half bath is located just off this space for convenience.

The master suite is furnished with a king bed and faces the water – wake each morning to the sound of the waves. A TV is supplied for personal entertainment, and the en suite bath features a double vanity and a step-in shower stall. All other sleeping spaces are located on the lower level, with each bedroom featuring its own TV.

At the foot of the staircase, you’ll find an open room furnished with a wall-mounted TV and a modest desk complete with a computer monitor. A twin daybed gives this space flexibility to act as an additional sleeping area or a second living room. To the east, a bedroom with a double-over-double bunk bed connects to a second bedroom with a twin-over-double bunk bed through a Jack and Jill bathroom with a double vanity and standard tub/shower combo. The final bedroom has a queen bed and direct access to a full bathroom with a step-in shower and constructed-in shower bench. This bathroom also provides hall access, and a laundry closet just beside offers a full-sized washer and dryer.

Upper and lower covered porches on both the front and back of the home mean that there are plenty of spots where guests can savor the sea air. The upper ocean-facing porch provides splendid vistas of the Atlantic and a variety of seating from which to appreciate them, including Adirondack chairs and a classic rocker. Other porches provide an outdoor couch or even a porch swing for calming! Below the home, an enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water is appreciated when hauling sand-covered babies or fur-babies back from the beach, and a classic wooden picnic table provides a shady area to dine outside. Claim your right to Paws Awhile and book your stay now!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this property is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the best vacation home experience:

Find your perfect rental home:

• Summer is the most expensive season in the Cape Fear area area. Reserving a rental home in Fall or Spring is our best tip for saving money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Property managers frequently offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have money saving offers on local tours, shops, and attractions.

Finding the best rental home in Oak Island:

• Start by choosing your the best vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Paws Awhile: Dog-Friendly Home with Ocean Views has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly accessible online. Otherwise, reach out to the property management company before you book the home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what bed configuration is right for your family.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.

Know before you go:

• We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Note any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected everything. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a excellent vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.