Enjoy The Coastal Breeze In This Pet Friendly Home. Sandy Paws - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2043 square feet

Appreciate the coastal breezes from this pet-friendly 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom Oak Island vacation rental only steps away from the beach, Middleton Park, and Publix! The newly constructed property features a reverse floor plan to maximize the vistas of the ocean, opulent finishes throughout, and many outdoor spaces for calming and entertaining. Plus, you're more than welcome to use all of the beach gear!

You'll be blown away by the beautiful vaulted ceilings and meticulously designed open floor plan upstairs at Sandy Paws. There are two porches that can be accessed from this floor, one on the beachside with rocking chairs to appreciate your morning coffee or evening drinks and the other with an outdoor dining table that seats 6. Inside, you'll find the main living area is delightfully decorated with a enormous flatscreen TV and leather couches that have reclining functions. The well-appointed kitchen features a sizable center island with bar seating, granite countertops, a high-end gas range, stainless steel appliances, bespoke cabinetry, and all the supplies needed to prepare a meal for your group. There's also a formal dining space with seating for 7 along with a half bathroom.

The bright and airy ambiance extends into the master bedroom, where you will find the ocean vistas, a extravagant king bed, huge flatscreen TV, and ensuite bathroom with double vanity and a roomy walk-in shower. All 3 of the guest bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen, and a double bunk room) are located downstairs; each designed as a private getaway with ensuite bathrooms, flatscreen TVs, and ceiling fans. Additionally, you will find a full size pull out couch in the den.

Outside, there's an fantastic wood-burning fire pit to gather around on those cooler nights! Kids, furry family members, and the young at heart will appreciate being able to roast marshmallows and make s'mores in the backyard. For the grille master in your family or group, there's a gas grille included. There's even an outdoor shower on the ground floor to rinse off after a day at the beach. To top it all off, this home comes complete with an elevator for those who may have difficulty with stairs or to assist with moving your belongings in and out of the home. There are really too many other amenities to add — including wireless internet access should you need to stay connected during your stay.

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear units during your stay! You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more! The choice is yours! For this home you are eligible for up to $245.00 credit on any beach gear! Book now to reserve your gear today!

Please Note: Linens are supplied with your reservation and contain the following: flat and fitted bed sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.

We know you want to relax without any stops at the store when you get to the island. To get you started we provide a welcome kit that includes trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher pod, washing machine pod, soaps, and shampoo/conditioner.

As you will find when selecting dates on the calendar, there are minimum stay requirements based on the season. There is a 7 nighttime minimum with a mandatory Saturday to Saturday rental pattern in the peak summer months, and there is more flexibility in the slower seasons. You can find a chart of our seasons and minimum stay requirements on our FAQ page, and please don't hesitate to reach out with questions!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips to get the best Oak Island rental experience:

Finding the best value:

• The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Booking your Wilmington, NC vacation rental in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Many management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides that include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the perfect vacation home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Choose your vacation dates and spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Enjoy The Coastal Breeze In This Pet Friendly Home. Sandy Paws has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what configuration is optimal for your family.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your . Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let burglars ruin your vacation.
• At Check-in, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are an incredible source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, remember to take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a wonderful stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.