Title: DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage. Cottage in Oak Island with kitchen and balcony ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68830000/68823800/68823705/8ac07109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68830000/68823800/68823705/f2dd7766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68830000/68823800/68823705/febadc34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68830000/68823800/68823705/76582b17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68830000/68823800/68823705/c4399112.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Elevate your beach vacation at this 2nd row ocean view retreat, where you can unwind on the covered front porch with rockers. With high speed internet and a smart TV, stay connected while being just steps away from the beach and a short drive to local restaurants, grocery stores, playgrounds and music in the park. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61079 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 12 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - 6 outdoor pickleball courts - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,079 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61620000/61614000/61613975/fb469c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet beach house steps away from the ocean with private pier to view the marsh. 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Place used bath and kitchen towels on top of dryer Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No more than 6 vehicles permitted on property. No RV parking. No parking in yard. No car maintenance (e.g. oil changes) or car/boat washing. No smoking on premises. No parties permitted. Dogs should be on lease when not confined. Pick up and properly dispose of all dog poop. No grills or anything flammable on decking. Grill provided can be used in yard away from house. ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.914062,-78.13542&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_v_nEjy%7B%7BM%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FS%40Q%40Q%3FSBQ%40S%40Q%40QBSBQBQBQBQBSBODQDQBQDQDODQDQFODQFOFODQHOFOFOFOHMFOHOFMHOHMJMHMHMHMJMHMJKJMJKJKJKJIJKJKLKJILILIJKLGLILGLILGLELILGNELGLELENENELCLENENCLANENANCLANCNAN%3FNALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%3FN%40LBN%40NBN%40LDN%40NBLDNDLBNDLDNDLDLFLDNFLHLDLFLHLFJHLFLJLHJHLHJJJJLJJHJJJJJJJLHJJLHLJLHLHLHLHLHNHLFNHNFLHNFNFNFNFPFNDNFPDNFPDPDNBPDPDPBPDNBRBPBPBPBP%40R%40PBP%40R%40P%40R%40P%3FP%40R%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPAR%3FPARARAPAPCPAPARCPCPCRCPCPENCPERENCPENERGNENGPENGPGNGNGNGNINGNILGNINILILINILIJKLILKLIJKLKJKJKJKJMJKHKJMHKHMHMJMFKHMFMHMFMFMFOFMDMFMDODMDODMBOFMBOBOBMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%3FO%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOAOCMAOCOAOCMCOCOCMGMCOEOEMEMEMGOEMGMGMGMGMIMGMIMGKKMIMIKIMKKIKKKKKKKKKKKMKKIMKMIMIKIMKOIMIMGOIOGMIOGOGOGOIOEOGQGOEQGOEOESEOEQCOESEQCOCQCQCSCQCQCSAQAQAQCQ%3FSASAQ%3FSAQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MPIQ6NUuRwD3EMOSz-z-3YS_plg=) Oak Island, NC #### What's nearby - Caswell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - Ocean Crest Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Oak Island Lighthouse - 13 min drive - 11.7 km - Holden Beach - 33 min drive - 46.9 km - University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 54 min drive - 68.2 km #### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Salt64 - ‬6 min drive - ‪Paul's of Oak Island - ‬5 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pirates Deck - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pepperoni Grill at the Beach - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is DOG FRIENDLY - Second Row ...Ruff Life beach cottage. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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