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

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Beach nearby
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 793 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

🐾 Welcome to Sandy Paws where boat and dog lovers find their perfect retreat! Our charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental is designed with your furry friends and maritime adventures in mind. Unwind in a recently renovated home that combines comfort, convenience, and coastal vibes. Sandy Paws is privately owned and managed.

🏠 Property Highlights:
• Dog-Friendly: We understand that pets are family too! Sandy Paws features a fenced backyard, providing a safe and playful space for your furry companions.
• Outdoor Delights: Enjoy our outdoor space on the screened porch, deck, or around the picnic table in the fenced backyard. Rinse off the salt and sand in the outdoor shower after a day at the beach.
• Ready for Relaxation: Arrive to find your beds made, bath towels, washcloths, and hand towels provided – making your vacation truly stress-free.
• Convenient Location: Located on Oak Island, Sandy Paws is just 0.7 miles from the nearest beach access, 1.1 miles from Publix for groceries, 1.8 miles from the nearest boat ramp, and 1.7 miles from Oak Island Park.
• Boat Parking: Bring your boat along! Our property offers a driveway with ample space for your boat, making it easy for you to embark on aquatic adventures.

🏖️ Beach Access: A 15-minute walk to the beach via the 31st street walkover or a quick 3-minute car ride allows you to soak up the sun and waves.

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements:
• Master Bedroom: King-sized bed
• Bedroom 2: Two full-sized beds
• Additional: Twin rollaway bed for flexible sleeping arrangements

🚿 Bathrooms:
• Main Bathroom: Shower-tub combo
• Half Bath: Conveniently located off the master bedroom

🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen: The kitchen is ready for your culinary adventures, fully equipped with modern appliances. Enjoy your favorite coffee at our coffee bar with a choice between a Keurig machine or a traditional coffee pot.

🛥️ Explore Brunswick County Beaches: Nestled 45 minutes from Wilmington and 1 hour from Myrtle Beach, Oak Island is a dog-friendly beach community offering a perfect blend of relaxation and coastal activities.

Property manager

Emily Poole

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 5 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking indoors.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
5 total pets
Note from host: Number of pets is negotiable

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 12 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Salt 64 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC located?

This family-friendly Oak Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We enjoyed our stay very much! Everything was as pictured. Location was great! Master bed was very comfy and our fur babies loved the fenced in yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, comfy stay and close to the beach!

Very cute home that’s super close to the beach! Has all you need for a comfortable stay! My son and I enjoyed our weekend here and would totally stay again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great place for family and pets

Perfect house and property for kids and dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back Again

This was our 5th stay at this property. We are always very pleased with our stay and the cleanliness and condition of the home. Emily does a great job and we are very grateful for the ability to bring our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Bliss

Sandy paws was amazing for my girls trip to the beach! Location was great! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect

This was a delightful vacation home. My family and I enjoyed our stay with our dog. This home had everything that we needed for a confortable stay. We appreciate the hospitality and the opportunity to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for dogs

Very comfortable loved the location and fenced yard. Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving at Sandy Paws. Beautiful walks to the beach and exactly what we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

This is a wonderful place to stay! We enjoyed our time here very much. It is the perfect place for families and people with dogs. The fenced backyard and Screened porch are the best. Close to the beach and lots of things to do in the area. Thank you for providing such a dog friendly place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandy Paws

Everything was great and we enjoyed our stay! It was better than described and the Oak Island vibe is so quiet and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay with pets

Fenced in back yard was a real plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandy Paws - great for families with children or dogs

We love Oak Island, and our dogs do, too! Emily was very responsive when I reached out with questions, and we had a great week! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tammy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New years with our family!

The property was exactly as described. It was wonderful to be able to have a place for our dog to freely roam. The fenced in backyard combined with the sunroom made it extremely easy to manage. The kitchen was well equipped and the comfy livingroom furniture gave us all a nice place to be together. The location was central to everything we needed. We will definitely be coming back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We had a wonderful stay. Especially good for people traveling with their dogs. Fenced in yard and screened porch were great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get-away..

Have stayed here for the past 2 years..close to beach..very cozy..clean...all the comforts of home..best part is we get to bring our furr babies along..and wonderful folks to do business with..thank you for an amazing week!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desiree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and relaxing and the pooch loved it!

This is wonderful clean home that is close to everything. Right down a few streets to a direct beach access and the dog situation is awesome! Puppers loved the fenced yard!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Uncrowded with Nice Weather

Overall it was a nice restful stay, but it didn't have much in the way of entertainment except one Putt-Putt.and about 20 restaurants.and sports bars. The beach was nice, with few people.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A happy place

Perfect place for our dog. With leather furniture, rugless floors and easy access to the fenced backyard, we all could enjoy our stay. We felt right at home.
Stayed 44 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

We greatly appreciate the cleanliness of the house as well as the ability to bring our pets. Our visit was interrupted slightly due to Idalia, but overall it turned out to be a great visit and we are already looking forward to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sierra j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing neighborhood

The back yard was excellent for dogs! It was well shaded and my dog enjoyed looking for squirrels everyday. The house was spacious enough for us and stocked well with necessities. The neighborhood was very quiet and gave us the peaceful vacation we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Great place for a getaway. Nice fenced back yard for my puppy and all amenities were provided for what we needed. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful island trip

We had such a great time here with our pups - this rental is a perfect balance of quiet relaxation and proximity to all the island has to offer. We could not have had such a great weekend without such a wonderful home base. We would happily stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandy Paws

This was the 3rd time that we visited Sandy Paws and we enjoyed our time there as usual. The accommodations fit our lifestyle and are so glad to have found this place. Emily has been an amazing host and we look forward forward to staying there again in October.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna W., Claremont, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Sandy Paws

We had a lovely stay at Sandy Paws. We experienced a nice quiet location with a very responsive host. It was so nice to be able to vacation and bring our pets. I am already planning my next trip to Sandy Paws!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sallie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place!

We loved staying here and out of all the places we have stayed, this one was one of the cleanest and most accommodating. Everything we needed was available, the outside shower was a huge bonus, everything was clean and well kept, the beds were comfortable, communication was quick and the whole process was easy. Really thankful for our time here and we plan to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023