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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8135.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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Oak Island, NC
Caswell Beach
Place, Caswell Beach
10 min walk
Oak Island Lighthouse
Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
9 min drive
Holden Beach
Place, Holden Beach
35 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
49 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard
"Paws & Relax” in this one-level, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home built in 2021. Come and enjoy this modern and comfortable home in it's first rental year. The open floor plan makes a perfect family gathering place for entertaining, dining, watching TV, playing board games, and just enjoying family time. The large fenced yard gives your pooches a great place to play.
The kitchen has modern amenities and all of the standard kitchen equipment one may need to host their family including drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, all the cooking and baking essentials, 16 qt stock pot, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, and refrigerator/freezer with ice maker Due to the airy and spacious open floor plan of the main living area, the cook of the family is sure not to be left out of the fun.
The bunk room offers two twin over full bunk beds great for the kids. The other spacious guest room offers a queen bed and large closet. Both guest rooms have easy access to the shared full bathroom with tub. Right off the main living area is the primary guest suite with a king bed and private bath with walk in shower and huge walk in closet. There are smart TVs equipped with Fire TV and streaming service for viewing local channels and basic cable in all of the bedrooms as well as in the main living space. Netflix and Hulu are included.
The entrance to the large screened-in porch overlooking the big fenced in yard is just off the kitchen and main living area. Outside you will find patio seating, a picnic table for outdoor dining and charcoal kettle grill. The front and back yard are nicely landscaped with beautiful old live oak trees.
All bed linens and guest towels are provided. Bedding includes fitted sheets, flat sheets, and pillowcases that will be freshly laundered and placed in a bundle on each bed and lightweight comforters or quilts. Since we are not overly strict regarding dogs on the furniture and beds, blankets are not provided so guests are requested to provide their own pet blankets to cover couches and beds. A washer and dryer are also available. Reliable and fast internet service is provided to enable guests to stay connected. Beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and beach cart are provided and located in the garage. Guests are also invited to store their own beach stuff in the garage, however cars are to be parked in the driveway only. The driveway can accommodate up to 3 vehicles. Please do not park on the grass as it may cause damage especially if wet.
The home is located in a tranquil and wooded neighborhood but still close enough to hear the surf at high tide. The beach access is located a short walk (approx. 4 blocks) at the end of the street. At the other end of the street, you will find the Oak Island Nature Park with butterfly garden, picnic area, and fishing pier. And within a few blocks, you will have your choice of several restaurants, shops, and ice cream parlors.
Other things to know: - Minimum age requirement to rent is 25 years old - Events and parties are not permitted. - Self check-in with key pad - Hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwasher detergent and laundry detergent are provided - A supply of toilet paper, paper towels, and garbage bags are also provided to get you started, but guests may need to restock during their stay - Events and parties are not permitted and we kindly ask that guests respect quiet hours between 10pm and 8am. - No smoking in the house, garage, or patio. - Cleaning and providing charcoal for the grill are the responsibility of guests. - Updated 9/12/22: a doorbell camera was installed for security purposes. It is the only exterior operable security camera on premises. There are no interior cameras.
Special note on parking: From April 1 to September 30, visitors will need to be prepared to pay for parking at public beach accesses. Cost is $5 per hour, $20 per day, or $80 per week. Parking passes can be purchased electronically at time of use through a mobile app. Please visit https://www.oakislandnc.gov/residents-visitors/parking-information for information.
Special note about pets: Guest understands that this property is pet-friendly. If Guest desires to bring a pet or pets, they must disclose this in advance to host and pay necessary pet fees. A pet fee of $100 is required, 2 dogs max. Due to owner allergies, cats are not allowed. Dogs must be housebroken, well behaved, non-destructive, and contained in Guest provided crates when unattended. Guest MUST clean up after their dog(s). Guests who are not travelling with pets understand that previous guests may have brought pets and even though every effort is made by the cleaning company to keep the interior clean and free of hair and dander, there may still be small amounts present. Therefore, Guests who have allergies to dogs understand that this rental may not be right for them. Any Guest who is caught bringing a pet without paying the pet fee agrees to pay DOUBLE the customary pet fee and may be evicted from the property if Guest refuses to pay the fee immediately upon discovery.
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Smoking is also prohibited on the front porch and back patio. Smoking is permitted in the yard as long as butts are properly disposed.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Oak Island
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tranquil Harbour, a neighbourhood 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caswell Beach and Bay Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 5 min drive
Salt64 - 16 min walk
oak island deli & pub - 6 min walk
Koko Cabana - 5 min drive
Paul's of Oak Island - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard on 14 Apr 2026 start from AU$292, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Great Family Get-Away, Walk to Beach & Restaurants, Big Fenced Yard located?
Located in Tranquil Harbour, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Caswell Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Ocean Crest Pier and Oak Island Golf Club. Oak Island Lighthouse and Bay Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Beautiful house located within walking distance of beach, restaurants, grocery stores & shopping. Sue has gone above and beyond to make your stay fun & relaxing! We had a great time and look forward to visiting again next summer.
This house was perfect for us and our pups! The large, fenced-in backyard with outdoor shower was ideal. The front porch also has a gate, which was handy. A quick drive to Oak Island restaurants, shops, and the beaches. Quiet neighborhood, large driveway, and fully stocked kitchen. Modern fixtures and furnishings, very clean, and plenty of space for a large family or two smaller families.
Sue’s place was charming and the perfect location. We enjoyed being able to easily bike to the grocery store, to get coffee and donuts and to the dock at the end of the street. The house was clean, had everything we needed and my kids got great entertainment from the robot vacuum. We would 10/10 stay here again.
Sue has the most lovely beach cottage! She has thought of so many family & pet friendly extras. The kitchen is well stocked with everyday needs. Very nice screened deck & fenced yard. The location is great! Walking distance to beach, groceries and great food. Our family and pups had a wonderful stay and look forward to going back! Highly recommend!!
Wonderful week weather perfect, spent every day at the beach, ate out four nights just perfect time. House was a great location to enjoy the area.
We will return.
This was a beautiful home, well maintained, very clean and had extra items available that sure make a difference for a beach vacation!! Very quiet area close to shopping and restaurants! We are planning to return to this property if available when we vacation in Oak Island again!!
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Paws and Relax! The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we could have possibly needed. Great location for a short walk to the beach and nearby restaurants/stores. The only thing that could have made our stay better is to have been there longer! 100% recommend!
We had an awesome time. A lovely home in a great location. Sue, our host, was so gracious. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Look forward to coming back next year. We love Oak Island. Definitely a must stay location.
Very clean house with everything you need for a great beach trip. Close to Publix and several restaurants. Communications with the owner were quick and easy. Easiest check-in and check-out ever. Definitely recommend this property.
Kimberly,
My home is normally reviewed highly for its cleanliness and I apologize that this was not your experience due to dog hair. Thank you for your feedback.
Sue
My family was looking for a long weekend at the beach. The house was very nice for our family of 4 and our 2 dogs. The fenced in yard was really nice.
The house was close enough to many beach access and many things to do for a family.
Paws and Relax is the perfect name for this beach house. We travel with our dogs and the fenced yard was such a nice feature. The house was just as described and super clean. It was so peaceful to sit on the screen porch but also be close to the beach, Publix, and restaurants. We will definitely be back for a return trip.
This property is beautiful and the kitchen is excellently equipped! The property is very pet-friendly with a huge backyard that dogs will love! Also, there is a convenient outdoor plugin on the side of the garage that made charging our golf cart rental easy.
We loved our stay at this beautiful home. It was super clean and perfectly equipped with everything we needed. We loved having the fenced in backyard for our dogs. The owner was really great to work with - very accommodating and responsive. We can’t wait to go back and stay at this gem!
Jaime B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Sue Messina
Recently retired from 30+ years with the Federal Government, I moved to coastal North Carolina from the DC area for it's great weather, friendly people, and beautiful beaches. I chose Oak Island to buy a vacation rental property because of its family and dog-friendly beaches, close proximity to Wilmington and Southport, and great area attractions. I hope you enjoy your vacation at my property and fall in love with the Oak Island like I have.