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 appealing three-bedroom home is less than a two-min. walk to the beach. Paws Awhile has a roomy 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 cavernous 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

Booking the best Oak Island vacation rental experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• Summer time is high season in Oak Island. Booking in Fall or Spring months is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have deals for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Finding the perfect rental in Oak Island:

• Start by selecting your the best vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Paws Awhile: Slow down, pause awhile at Paws Awhile! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is usually available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the property manager before you book the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what configuration is right for your group.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or might be applied to your contract.

Know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the directions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Record any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Re-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great reviews to stimulate more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.