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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61265 sq ft
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Oak Island, NC
- Place, Caswell Beach3 min drive
- Place, Oak Island Lighthouse16 min drive
- Place, Holden Beach31 min drive
- Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Down Time - Beautiful Dog-Friendly 3-Bedroom Home.
Relax with your whole family (6 guest maximum/5 adults maximum)– dogs included – at this cozy cottage located on the “quiet side” of Oak Island, NC! Down Time has new appliances, a fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, and Smart TVs in the living room and bedrooms include Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime. The bedrooms are newly furnished, and our spacious sunroom is perfect for reading or enjoying the view. A fenced backyard includes an outdoor shower (shut down December through February), patio, outdoor dining, and fire pit. Only a few steps to enter the home - no elevators!
DOWN TIME was made to be comfortable for both you and dogs! Every bedroom and the living room include Smart TVs with blazing fast fiber optic internet and include Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu (including live programing for news and sports). All of the furniture in the home is new and ready for you and your dogs to enjoy. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, cooking utensils, gas range, microwave, pots, pans, coffee pot, crockpots, toaster, air-fryer, and much more. Your family and friends can enjoy meals at the kitchen island, the dining room table or even on the six-seat table in the backyard.
Our backyard is fenced and private and includes an enclosed private outdoor shower with hot water, which is great for when you return from a trip to the beach. Your dogs will enjoy a mostly grassy area and the seating on the patio includes Adirondack chairs, dining table for 6, and a lounger to enjoy around the firepit or while cooking on the park-style charcoal grill. Additional ‘paw wash’ stations (water hoses) are also available to wash off before entering the home from the beach. We try to keep a variety of beach items (chairs, toys, etc.) in our storage bin in the backyard for your use but we do not guarantee these items will be available during your visit.
Linens are included for your visit. We include two Queen sheet sets, one Full set, one Twin set, six towel sets and a dish towel set. Our laundry area features full-size washer and dryers so that you can keep things fresh during your stay and leave with clean laundry!
As an additional convenience, we have installed an Electric Vehicle (220 Amp 50 volt) and golf cart charging station at the main entrance.
You’ll find lots of games, puzzles, books, cornhole and Bocce ball set to keep you and your family entertained.
The entire home is floored with luxury vinyl plank to help prevent difficult mess clean-ups, and pet amenities like dog beds for inside and outside are available. Dog crates (one large, two small) are in the home for your use if you wish and located under the second guest room bed. We welcome two dogs without weight or breed restrictions without charge and additional dogs may only be added for a fee and host approval.
DOWN TIME regularly welcomes dogs. If you or another guest is allergic to dogs, you may wish to find another vacation option. We only accept two dogs without charge. If you need to bring additional dogs, please contact us for information about additional fees/approval. Bringing more than two dogs without owner acknowledgement can lead to immediate eviction, or an additional fee of $300 per dog charged to reservation payment method. Cats are explicitly not permitted under any circumstance due to owner allergies.
PLEASE NOTE: Down Time has a limit of 5 adults, but a total of six guests.
Please Read All House Rules - Violation of house rules will result in immediate eviction.
Security Cameras are located on the exterior of the home at all entrances. Tampering with the security cameras will result immediate eviction. The cameras are for your protection and ours.
Please note: Lawn maintenance is scheduled for near or around the 1st and 15th of every month but may be before or after those dates depending on the weather. Our lawn service will not be at Down Time before 10 am, and should only be at the property for approximately one hour.
Six guests maximum. 5 Adults maximum.
Travel Coverage and Vacation Protection is highly recommended. We do not provide any refund for unforeseen or unfortunate events or any cancellations within 7 days under any circumstance, including but not limited to storms, hurricanes, evacuations, epidemics, or hospitalizations. Some credit card companies provide travel protection as a benefit. Check your benefits. Consider purchasing additional, appropriate coverage. Please read your selected policy carefully to ensure it meets your personal needs and requirements.
DOWN TIME was made to be comfortable for both you and dogs! Every bedroom and the living room include Smart TVs with blazing fast fiber optic internet and include Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu (including live programing for news and sports). All of the furniture in the home is new and ready for you and your dogs to enjoy. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, cooking utensils, gas range, microwave, pots, pans, coffee pot, crockpots, toaster, air-fryer, and much more. Your family and friends can enjoy meals at the kitchen island, the dining room table or even on the six-seat table in the backyard.
Our backyard is fenced and private and includes an enclosed private outdoor shower with hot water, which is great for when you return from a trip to the beach. Your dogs will enjoy a mostly grassy area and the seating on the patio includes Adirondack chairs, dining table for 6, and a lounger to enjoy around the firepit or while cooking on the park-style charcoal grill. Additional ‘paw wash’ stations (water hoses) are also available to wash off before entering the home from the beach. We try to keep a variety of beach items (chairs, toys, etc.) in our storage bin in the backyard for your use but we do not guarantee these items will be available during your visit.
Linens are included for your visit. We include two Queen sheet sets, one Full set, one Twin set, six towel sets and a dish towel set. Our laundry area features full-size washer and dryers so that you can keep things fresh during your stay and leave with clean laundry!
As an additional convenience, we have installed an Electric Vehicle (220 Amp 50 volt) and golf cart charging station at the main entrance.
You’ll find lots of games, puzzles, books, cornhole and Bocce ball set to keep you and your family entertained.
The entire home is floored with luxury vinyl plank to help prevent difficult mess clean-ups, and pet amenities like dog beds for inside and outside are available. Dog crates (one large, two small) are in the home for your use if you wish and located under the second guest room bed. We welcome two dogs without weight or breed restrictions without charge and additional dogs may only be added for a fee and host approval.
DOWN TIME regularly welcomes dogs. If you or another guest is allergic to dogs, you may wish to find another vacation option. We only accept two dogs without charge. If you need to bring additional dogs, please contact us for information about additional fees/approval. Bringing more than two dogs without owner acknowledgement can lead to immediate eviction, or an additional fee of $300 per dog charged to reservation payment method. Cats are explicitly not permitted under any circumstance due to owner allergies.
PLEASE NOTE: Down Time has a limit of 5 adults, but a total of six guests.
Please Read All House Rules - Violation of house rules will result in immediate eviction.
Security Cameras are located on the exterior of the home at all entrances. Tampering with the security cameras will result immediate eviction. The cameras are for your protection and ours.
Please note: Lawn maintenance is scheduled for near or around the 1st and 15th of every month but may be before or after those dates depending on the weather. Our lawn service will not be at Down Time before 10 am, and should only be at the property for approximately one hour.
Six guests maximum. 5 Adults maximum.
Travel Coverage and Vacation Protection is highly recommended. We do not provide any refund for unforeseen or unfortunate events or any cancellations within 7 days under any circumstance, including but not limited to storms, hurricanes, evacuations, epidemics, or hospitalizations. Some credit card companies provide travel protection as a benefit. Check your benefits. Consider purchasing additional, appropriate coverage. Please read your selected policy carefully to ensure it meets your personal needs and requirements.
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About the area
Oak Island
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Tranquil Harbour, a neighbourhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting.

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What's nearby
- Caswell Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
- Oak Island Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
- Holden Beach - 31 min drive - 44.7 km
- Riverwalk - 44 min drive - 59.2 km
- Wrightsville Beach - 60 min drive - 81.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lonerider at Oak Island - 13 min drive
- Salt64 - 8 min drive
- oak island deli & pub - 7 min drive
- Pirates Deck - 8 min drive
- Thai And Vine - 8 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
6 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa K.
30 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Melissa K.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
13 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katrina C.
14 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katrina C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deborah D.
13 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deborah D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany L.
9 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a long weekend
Tiffany L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jamie M.
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jamie M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Derek C.
17 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NICE PLACE
Derek C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
16 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet-friendly location
Amy M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley K.
12 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Dog Friendly Beach House
Ashley K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachel R.
27 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Trip
Rachel R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mindy e.
28 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place!
mindy e.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jerry L.
28 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location for a getaway
Jerry L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nick L.
26 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Nick L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd E.
29 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home away from home
Todd E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nick L.
27 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great place to get away
Nick L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jenn S.
12 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great dog friendly home
Jenn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Caryn W.
10 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Caryn W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
6 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect dog-friendly vacation spot
Amy M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lori F.
4 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely House very comfortable
Lori F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
2 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect for dogs!
Amy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jane F.
1 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TIme Away!
Jane F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jamie T.
4 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Jamie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Devin B.
28 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway for us and our dogs
Devin B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
brittany w.
9 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family/dog friendly rental!
brittany w.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Rachel & Jeremy Jarrell
We have visited Oak Island since we were kids! Once we were married we started vacationing here as a family and wanted our own place - where we could take our furry family! We want to share our love of Oak Island with new and returning guests and welcome their fur-babies too!
What makes this property unique
Created with your dogs in mind! We want your whole family to enjoy their stay at Down Time - without a pet fee! We also provide linens and towels - also at no charge! High-speed internet available throughout the home and the HD TVs located in the bedrooms and the living room include access to Hulu Live (for news/sports and more), Netflix, Amazon Prime and HBO Max.
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