Playing In The Sand Vacation Rental With Fenced Yard
Home Rental in Oak Island North Carolina
Three-bedroom house in Oak Island with a fenced yard, hot tub, and EV charging, a practical place to stay near beach access, parks, and groceries.
Why You'll Love This Rental
Playing in the Sand is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Oak Island, North Carolina that sleeps up to 8. Set near the waterfront and near a beach, it pairs easy beach access with a private backyard setup that includes a 6-person hot tub. The home is dog friendly (up to two dogs) and includes practical extras such as a Level 2 EV charger and driveway parking for up to four vehicles or boats (two covered spaces).
Inside, the layout is open-concept with updated finishes and an electric fireplace for cooler evenings. The kitchen is fully equipped and includes stainless appliances, quartz countertops, and breakfast bar seating, supported by essentials like a dishwasher, ice maker, and washer/dryer. Entertainment is built in with smart TVs in bedrooms and living areas, plus games, books, and a renovated rec/bar room with a big-screen TV, bar, and an additional refrigerator. For beach days, the home provides beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and toys, and an enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water helps rinse off sand before heading inside.
Property Highlights
Located in Oak Island in Coastal North Carolina, this home is described as near the waterfront and a short walk to public beach access. The source notes a central Oak Island setting with nearby beach shops, Pepperoni Grill, and Middleton Park. Additional area options mentioned include Ocean Crest Fishing Pier, Oak Island Golf Course, Oak Island Lighthouse, and day trips to Southport and ferry access to Bald Head Island.
Rates & Availability (USD)
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Availability Calendar
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Sweatshirt: 10/31/2026-11/20/2026 Oct 31, 2026 - Nov 20, 2026 |
$302 | n/a | n/a |
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Thanksgiving: 11/21/2026 - 11/27/2026 Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 27, 2026 |
$412 | n/a | n/a |
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Sweatshirt 11/28/2026-12/18/2026 Nov 28, 2026 - Dec 18, 2026 |
$275 | n/a | n/a |
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Christmas/NY 12/19/2026 - 1/2/2027 Dec 19, 2026 - Jan 02, 2027 |
$375 | n/a | n/a |
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Sweatshirt 2027:1/3/2027-3/26/2027 Jan 03, 2027 - Mar 26, 2027 |
$295 | n/a | n/a |
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Mid Season 3/27/27-5/20/27 Mar 27, 2027 - May 20, 2027 |
$395 | n/a | n/a |
About This Rental
Few Minutes’ Walk to Beach | Hot Tub | Dog Friendly | EV Charger
Playing in the Sand
Wake up to salty ocean breezes, spend your afternoon with your toes in the sand, and unwind in your private hot tub as evening approaches.
Playing in the Sand gives you the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience – Just a short walk to the beach with a private backyard retreat that is designed for memory-making. Bring the family, your pups, and your favorite people, this is Oak Island living done right.
The "Sand" Perks
- Private Hot Tub: Soak your worries away after a full day at the beach. The 6-person hot tub is the ultimate way to relax and recharge.
- Screened Porch and Outdoor Living: Sip morning coffee on the screened porch, grill out some local seafood, and enjoy evenings gathered in the spacious outdoor living space
- Rec/Bar Room: Newly renovated entertainment space featuring a big-screen TV, bar, and additional fridge. Perfect for relaxing, hosting, or catching the game with your favorite drink
- Beach-Ready Convenience: Beach chairs and umbrellas, beach towels and toys are all provided, no overpacking required.
- Modern Coastal Interior: Recently updated with bright coastal décor, cherry wood floors, and an open-concept layout that fills the home with natural light. Electric fireplace for cozy evenings.
- Fully Equipped Kitchen: Stainless appliances, quartz countertops, breakfast bar seating, and everything you need to prepare family meals with ease.
- Guest Essentials Included: Level 2 EV Charger, Washer and dryer, hair dryers, iron and board, linens and towel sets provided for your entire group.
Relax and Recharge (Sleeps 8)
Bed Configuration: 2 Kings | 1 Full-over-Queen Bunk
- Primary Suite: King bed, private en-suite bath, and space designed for restful mornings and peaceful nights.
- Bedroom 2: Comfortable King bedroom with cozy coastal touches and office set up for those “work from the beach” days.
- Bedroom 3: Full-over-Queen bunk room, a favorite for kids and spacious enough for adults.
- Standard for You: Smart TVs in every bedroom and living area, plus free Wi-Fi for streaming your favorite shows. Lots of games and books for those quiet nights in.
Bring Your Furry Beach Crew
Dogs are welcome (up to 2 pups)! The fully fenced backyard gives your four-legged friends space to stretch out while you relax on the deck, lounge in the 2-person hammock or enjoy a game of Corn Hole or putt-putt (provided).
Coastal Living Simplified
- Outdoor Shower: Enclosed hot and cold shower to rinse off sand after beach days.
- Private Driveway Parking – 4 spaces total for vehicles or boats (2 covered spaces)
- Level 2 EV Charger
The Perfect Location
Situated in the heart of Oak Island, you are perfectly central to everything:
- The Beach: Short walk to public beach access.
- The Fun: Short walk to Pepperoni Grill, beach shops and Middleton Park (summer concerts and farmers markets, splash pad, basketball and pickleball courts, skateboard park, baseball field and playgrounds).
- Explore: Minutes to Ocean Crest Fishing Pier, Oak Island Golf Course, putt-putt and arcade, Oak Island Lighthouse, helicopter rides, skydiving, and more. A short drive takes you to the charming streets of historic Southport or the ferry to Bald Head Island or Kure Beach attractions, including the NC Aquarium and Civil War museum.
- Dining: With over 20 restaurants and bars on the island, within a couple miles of Playing in the Sand, you can’t hit them all in one trip.
- Shopping: Less than 1 mile to Publix grocery store, with "coastal nook" shops, artisan galleries, homemade ice-cream shops and multiple fish markets also very nearby. Short drive to Walmart and big box stores.
From memory-making family vacations to laid-back couples’ weekends and dog-friendly escapes, Playing in the Sand delivers the coastal getaway you’ve been dreaming about.
Note: This is a smoke-free property. Outdoor lift is not for guest use due to local safety regulations.
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