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DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage.

You can hear and see the ocean from 2nd-row dog-friendly 3B/2B (~1,076 sq ft), elevated, one-level cozy beach cottage with easy beach access right across the street. Sleeps 6. Covered front porch with four rocking chairs. The cleaning fee includes all bed, kitchen, and bath linens, you just need to bring your beach towels. Be sure to add your dog to your reservation so the $75 pet fee will be added. High-speed internet, smart TVs/Rokus, and less than 2 miles to restaurants, grocery, playground, splash pad, dog park, music in the park, etc. Fully stocked kitchen for those who like to save a little money and dine in.

Property manager

Amy Lewis

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 12 stairs to reach property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 1079 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

New Listing It’s A Ruff Life
NEW Listing! Its a Ruff Life Beach Cottage
NEW Listing! It’s a Ruff Life beach cottage. Cottage
NEW Listing! It’s a Ruff Life beach cottage. Oak Island
NEW Listing! It’s a Ruff Life beach cottage. Cottage Oak Island

About the neighborhood

Map
Oak Island, NC

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Members Club at St. James Plantation - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lonerider at Oak Island - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage. located?

Located in Long Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier. 57th Place West Access Park and Horse Island are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lacie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memories were made
We had such an amazing stay here. To travel as far as we did for a beach vacation with family (roughly 4,700 miles), this house met every expectation and we couldn’t have been happier with it. It was clean, no bugs and the close beach access was the cherry on top.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun March getaway
We loved our stay at Ruff Life Beautiful cozy home close to the beach. Great neighborhood Weather cooperates for many walks on the beach w our pups. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane F., Chapel Hill, NC United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, dog friendly
Just across the street from beach
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yay for Ruff Life!
Big fans of Ruff Life! We loved our stay- house was perfect size for our small family and pup, location to the beach was great, loved the front porch and spent lots of time there. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break at Ruff Life
Great property near the beach. Clean, cozy and dog friendly. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House and Location
Perfect location on Oak Island. Steps to the beach, even good ocean views from the kitchen table for breakfast every morning. Whole house is dog friendly, and was clean. The front porch is fabulous for evenings and is has railings around it so our dog could go off leash while out with us. Expansive rear yard with plenty of "potty room". Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

paige g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint beach oasis
The property was conveniently located with beach access right across the street. Well maintained, clean property, and tastefully decorated. Great view of the ocean right from the beautiful wrap around porch. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access
Great property very close to beach access. Deck was perfect for sitting and relaxing. Two full bathrooms and outside shower. Front living/dining area with several windows making it feel bright and open.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

terri e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall this property worked very well for our family.
We really enjoyed the rocking chairs on the front porch. The green vegetation on the property was beautiful. We felt right at home. Good water pressure and we never ran out of hot water. A fair view of the ocean being second row. We would definitely consider renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Staten Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families and dogs!
You can’t beat the location across the street from the ocean! The public beach access is also right across the street. That was perfect for us taking our three children across the road to the beach. And the views were incredible! We loved waking up and seeing the beach out front every morning. At first, we weren’t sure if our sheets were dirty or clean, but we still had hair from the dryer. We decided to do a load of bedsheets the first night and found out they were dirty. They were clean and without hair after putting them through the washer and dryer. The floor may not have been swept or mopped either. Sand and hair covered our feet walking through the first time. Everything else, from the bathrooms to the kitchen and dishes, was spotless. However, we couldn’t help but wonder after having dirty sheets on the beds. The place was very comfy, and the beds were extremely comfortable! We loved the food and water dishes for dogs, the basket of dog toys, and the dog bed. They also have a crate folded under the main bed if you cannot bring one. Overall, it is a great place, and we had a wonderful stay! I feel like the cleanliness issues were more of a fluke, considering how well everything else went. I would recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No Fuss Getaway
Great place to relax with your company and enjoy the quiet beach town. Simple, yet everything you’d need. Enjoyed the various sitting areas. Communication was easy and quick! Wonderful dog friendly beach. Great place to unwind for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruff life
Family get together. My wife, my dog, and I stayed at the home. It was fantastic. Dog beds in every room and it had everything you needed for kitchen and bath. Our dog loved it. Will definitely plan on coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Spot
The home was extremely clean and well located. I’ve stayed at several Oak Island vacation rentals but this was the best set up of all we’ve stayed. I would highly recommend for anyone’s vacation stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A., Wake Forest, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy To Recommend For Oak Island
Comfortable, well provisioned home in an excellent location with easy access to the beach. Especially welcoming for families with pets, like ours. The property manager was responsive throughout.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheena M., Greeneville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!! Family and dog friendly
Great location and dog friendly. Owner was quick to respond and answer any questions. Many extra supplies from dog bowls to hand soap which came in handy. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Vacation
Awesome location with access to the beach right across the road. We rented a golf cart, which I highly recommend, so we could drive to the handicapped accessible beach access. The house was beautiful and we loved the rocking chair front porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our time here!
It was so nice to have a lovely property to stay with my family and my dog. We loved being right across the street from the beach access. It was a 5 minute drive to Publix to pick up groceries. We look forward to staying here in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house
Dog friendly. Love all the dog decor. Great location. Recommend this house. Wouldn’t mind going back there.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay.
Perfect house for my family. Pet friendly is always a plus. My doggies felt right at home once they saw the doggie toy basket. We had an issue with the washer but the owner was on top of it right away. Communication was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for family and pet.
This house had the perfect beach vibe and was very pet friendly. Location to the beach was so close and easy to go back and forth. Our family had the best week! Owner kept in touch during the week to make sure everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
First time on vacation with our dog and this place was exceptional
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lora B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
This was a lovely house and very convenient to the beach. Labels on everything was helpful. Had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melodie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and close to beach
Quaint cottage. Lots of open room. Steps not steep. Can see ocean. Quick walk to the beach. Park out of sun. Easy access.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022