Paws Awhile: Slow down, pause awhile at Paws Awhile! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1032 square feet

3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths
1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Twin Bunk Bed | 1 Double Sectional Sleeper Couch

TV's with basic cable in all rooms, DVD player, phone, videos, DVD library, high-speed internet access, books, board games, and puzzles. Two decks with great vistas, covered porch facing waterway, dog run, enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold, fenced-in pet area. Nightly units are available off-season only with a 2-nighttime minimum. Beach access 1- 1/2 blocks down SW 23rd Street.

This gorgeous three-bedroom home is less than a two-min. walk to the beach. Paws Awhile has a cavernous king bed, a queen bed, and a set of bunk beds along with a queen-sized couch bed in the living room, so no matter who wants to sleep where you have space here. Cooling ceiling fans to circulate air throughout the home.

For indoor amusement, Paws Awhile has so many choices: TV's, a DVD player, and a DVD library. Whether taking a break from the sun and fun in the surf or calming in the evenings when you simply want to settle down with the family, this home offers games, books, and puzzles to keep everybody entertained.

The home has a roomy front deck and a two-story rear deck, both with great vistas! From the front, look out to the ocean and watch for porpoises playing! From the back, check out the ever-changing scenery of Davis Canal. Additionally, the covered rear porch faces the waterway.

With so many activities at the beach, you will want to make sure that your pet is comfortable, safe, and entertained, so Paws Awhile includes a fenced-in area. After you have spent a busy day snorkeling or body-surfing, splash off the salt and sand in the enclosed outside shower featuring both hot and cold running water.

Paws Awhile will appeal your socks off, and shoes, so that you'll be in bare feet the entire time you are here. Unwind! Breathe that fresh air cleaned from its ocean journey. Slow down, pause awhile at Paws Awhile!

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips to get the very best vacation property experience:

Find your perfect rental home:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To get the largest vacation home within budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Southport attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Some hosts offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have coupons for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Filter your rental search:

• First and foremost, have your group decide on a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Paws Awhile: Slow down, pause awhile at Paws Awhile! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. If not, email or call the property management company before you reserve the home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
• If there's a certain Southport destination you long to visit, look for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and some don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

During your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Record any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if there is a dispute.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can often help. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to inspire more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.