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In the Heart of the Sandhills

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Living Room
fully fenced-in backyard
The Happy Hangout
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Aberdeen, NC
  • Place, Town of Auberdeen Municipal Building
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Pinehurst No. 9
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Pinehurst Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

In the Heart of the Sandhills

The Happy Hangout has it all: Quiet setting with a fully fenced-in back yard, close to Pinehurst golf courses & the historic downtowns of Southern Pines, Pinehurst and Aberdeen.
Located near downtown Aberdeen, the Happy Hangout is close to Pinehurst (10 min), Southern Pines (10 min), Camp McKall (15 min), the Carolina Horse Park (20 min) and Fort Bragg (45 min).

The quaint 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house offers a full kitchen, an inviting living room and a great back yard with deck, patio furniture and a gas grill.

Please note: Our house is pet-friendly, the additional pet fee is $50 per stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Pack&Play and a high-chair available upon request.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$25 pet-fee per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2132899
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the neighborhood

Aberdeen

Aberdeen is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve and Pinehurst Lake, while Museum and Malcolm Blue Farm are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Hillcrest Park, or check out an event or a game at Pinehurst Harness Track. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking/biking trails, and cycling nearby.
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Aberdeen, NC

What's nearby

  • Town of Auberdeen Municipal Building - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pinehurst Lake - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Pinehurst No. 9 - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Pinehurst Resort - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Fort Bragg - 34 min drive - 52.7 km

Getting around

  • Southern Pines Station - 8 min drive
  • Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In the Heart of the Sandhills pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In the Heart of the Sandhills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In the Heart of the Sandhills?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is In the Heart of the Sandhills located?

This family-friendly Aberdeen vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Town of Auberdeen Municipal Building, Malcolm Blue Farm, and Museum. Grist Mill and Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Nice neighbor. Great location. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We had a great time at the house. 4 guys on a golf trip, it was close to everything and had everything we needed. Michaela was a fantastic and responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 14, 2021
Thank you so much! We're glad you had a great time in the Sandhills :)
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little house and yard for a short stay.

The property was perfect for what we needed. We had a emergency funeral to attend and had to bring our dogs. This place fit the bill.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lindy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Pet-friendly - background was a little overgrown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BJJ Tournament

We were traveling for a Jiu-jitsu tournament in Raleigh and wanted to stay close to friends in Moore county. This little house was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy hangout

Great price. Excellent location. Very nice neighbors. Everything provided for you. Cozy little house with large back deck and fenced backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ines M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay while visiting family in Southern Pines

The house was cozy and well appointed. Great location in Aberdeen near Southern Pines. Hostess was super responsive. We appreciate the coffee snacks and toiletries for the guests. Great place for families with or without pets. Thank you Michaela!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and comfy

It was just the two of us and the dog on this trip. This house met all our needs--yard for the dog; room for us to sit, sleep, eat breakfast, and get ready for the day. The owner was very punctual and responsive with information. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very neat

My daughter had a horse show. The property was very nice and clean. Just what we needed for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

iris w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aberdeen NC

Very clean and cozy cottage with a big fenced in back yard for my dog. Location is very close to Pinehurst and Southern Pines. Host very friendly and accommodating, answering questions quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So cute! Great for pets!

The property was everything we were looking for and more! We spent the weekend and need to bring our pets. The house is extremely clean and super cozy. The backyard is huge and fenced in. Our dogs were in heaven. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great communication with Michaela. Everything as listed.

Day of arrival we thought that we were arriving a couple hours early and I asked if we could get an early check in. Michaela texted me as soon as the house was cleaned that we could check in. Turns out we didn't need this but very pleased that the request was accomodated. The back yard is wonderful for small dogs and I love that it is kept clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

We enjoyed the stay at your home. It was comfortable and clean. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for weekend stay

We loved this house - everything was exactly as advertised. The fenced in yard made it a great property for our dog, and the house is comfortable and well appointed. Michaela was friendly and easy to work with. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Stay

Needed a place to stay with our two dogs before moving into our new home. The back deck allowed us to watch the dogs chase squirrels in the big yard.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend Stay!

This cottage is so cute, very clean, and tastefully decorated. It was very pet-friendly, with ease in entering and an inviting welcome. Location was convenient to hosts’ recommended parks and wonderful pet-friendly restaurants. Thank you. We plan to book again sooner than later!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Doggone great!

Smaller house that lived much larger than the pictures show. It was supplied with everything we could want, plus thoughtful dog accessories. The weather was chilly (snowed twice!), yet we enjoyed coffee on the deck overlooking the huge back yard space. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet respite for the holidays

My husband and I traveled to Aberdeen for a family Christmas and brought our 2 dogs. The house and yard were all they advertised...very clean comfortable house with hardwood floors and a great large fenced yard with plenty of fiesty squirrels. Lovely accommodation...we hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Excellent Host

Michaela was a perfect hostess! She quickly answered any questions I had.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice backyard

Just what we wanted
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Welsh Pony Show

The house was as listed Location wasn’t so great No wine opener
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cozy and clean

Lovely renovated older home in Aberdeen. The hangout was perfect for our short stay. Host communicated promptly. Lots of linens and extra touches like a welcome basket and cream and sugar. Another big bonus was fenced in backyard for our dog and a nice deck.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sophia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Stay for golfing trip.

Property manager was great, very responsive to our needs. Quiet property and comfy beds.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf outing

We were very impressed with the cleanliness of this house. We had 4 adults and our 2 bulldogs and it was perfect for us. Fenced in backyard for the dogs to enjoy. Beds were very comfortable and clean. All the amenities you need in the kitchen to cook and enjoy. Easy check-in process was a breeze. We highly suggest this property as its close to Pinehurst at a much cheaper cost.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MJ H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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Hosted by Michaela

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