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 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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. 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

Rental home tips:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Oak Island. Reserving a rental home in Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites typically offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitors guides that include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting and booking your prefectrental home:

• Select your vacation dates and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Paws Awhile: Slow down, pause awhile at Paws Awhile! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property owner before booking the home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what configuration is suitable for your group.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Proper accessibility amenities 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 others do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the host about pet restrictions before booking.

Considerations for your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• Make a record of any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be useful if there is a dispute.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a great vacation? Many rental websites make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.