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

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A wicker chair with a cushion that reads "Outside is our HAPPY PLACE."
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, stove, sink, and dishwasher.
A bathroom with a shower curtain featuring a sea turtle design.
A living room with two leather sofas, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, a lamp, and a small side table.
A backyard with a wooden deck, picnic table, grill, and Adirondack chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Oak Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Oak Island, NC
  • Place, Oak Island Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Caswell Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Oak Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tranquil Harbour, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Oak Island Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Oak Island Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Caswell Beach - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beacon315 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬2 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).

How much is parking at Sandy Paws - A Dog-Friendly Haven with Boat Parking on Oak Island, NC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 1 mi (2 km) of Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Oak Island Beach. Ocean Crest Pier is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here multiple times and it is always in great condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was great loved the fenced back yard
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always enjoy our stay at Sandy Paws. Everything is always so nice, clean and comfortable. It's the perfect place for us and our dogs. The fenced yard makes it so nice and the front door is a good place to sit. Can't wait to come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very dog friendly, good air conditioning, great location and clean house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at Sandy Paws! It was a fantastic place to relax, recharge our batteries, and enjoy some quality family time together. The house was comfortable and welcoming, and Oak Island was the perfect setting to slow down and get away from the everyday routine.We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our stay. Sandy Paws was exactly the kind of peaceful getaway we were looking for, and we would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
We loved the place- it was so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy Paws was better than described! It was spotlessly clean, the living room and kitchen were huge and there was really nothing we could have wanted that wasn't already provided. Oh, and the beds were so comfortable, I slept great every single night. Thank you for letting us stay at your place. We hope to come back again very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super pet friendly! My dogs loved to start at the squirrels in the trees . House was amazing and one of the better beds I have slept on while using VRBO, which was a great help for sleeping! Everywhere on the island is pet friendly and depending on the time of year you can take the dogs off leash.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time. The host was very knowledgeable about the area and they are considerate of dog and boat owners.The house was perfect for our needs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place everything was well kept and clean really close to the beach and all the food places downtown would definitely recommend and hope to come back again!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for the my family of 4. Great size and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is very pet friendly and is perfect in every way. We love staying here with our dogs and enjoying the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect little place to bring my family and two dogs! I love the fenced in yard so I dont have to worry about my dogs when letting them out. Everything was also very clean. We will definitely try staying here again next year!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything is as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect fenced yard for our dogs to run around! Very quick response when reached out about wifi.Lock on sliding glass door is difficult but works.Met our needs to get away and relax! Not far from beach, yet dont feel like you're in the middle of it all.Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy Paws was a wonderful home for the week. The kitchen is well stocked, the appliances are in great shape and the furniture is very comfortable. The backyard was great and the outdoor shower a favorite after a hot beach day. It was comfortable biking distance even for the littlest. All in all we will certainly be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for us and our dogs. The house was plenty stocked and a short drive to the beach. The yard was also very nice and secure for our pups. Definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy Paws was in a perfect location, enjoyed the short walk to the beach and the neighborhood as well.It had all the essentials needed for a week’s stay.Bed was very comfortable, place was exceptionally clean.Thank you Emily for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as described and was perfect for us and our pups. We would love to stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay. This is a wonderful place. Lots of nice shade in the backyard when it's hot. Also, a pleasant screened in porch so that even if it rains a little there is a place to sit and still enjoy the outside. We are very thankful to find a place that will allow more than one or two dogs. We look forward to coming again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy Paws is great! The home is clean with good amenities. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful Get Away

This was an amazing place to book. Clean, great location and plenty of space for our little family. The kids enjoyed the yard and the adults enjoyed the patio would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time! Perfect house for us and our furry friends! Would definitely love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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