Beautiful 3BR,1Full BA, 2 Half BA - Hot tub, Walk to Beach, Dog Friendly, Sleeps - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Just Like Heaven - 3 Bedrooms 1 Full Bath and 2 Half Baths, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach, Dog Friendly, Event Home, Sleeps 10
(Formerly known as Footprints in the Sand)

****Event Home (For an Additional Fee - Telephone Better Beach Units for details)****

Escape to Just Like Paradise, a impressive beach getaway located in Oak Island's peaceful "Old Yaupon" neighborhood. Formerly Footprints in the Sand, this bright and welcoming  3-bedroom home comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests, offering 1 full bath and 2 half baths — ideal for beach vacations, family gatherings, or special occasions. While just a short walk to the beach, stores, eateries, and the pier, the true highlight awaits just outside: a amazing screened-in back porch, designed for ultimate relaxation and enjoyment.

Inside, discover a intelligent layout with comfortable, modern décor, creating a enchanting home-away-from-home. Sleeping arrangements include a primary king bedroom, a queen bedroom, and a third bedroom with a queen, a triple twin bunk, and a twin sleeper couch. The completely equipped kitchen, complete with a breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, refrigerator with ice maker, flat-surface cooktop, constructed-in microwave, toaster oven, and dishwasher, makes meal prep painless. Standard amenities like Wi-Fi, Intelligent TVs, linens, and a washer/dryer ensure a cozy stay. 

The heart of this coastal haven extends outdoors to your private backyard getaway, where the screened-in back porch really shines. Imagine starting your mornings with coffee in this serene space or appreciating calming movie nights after a day at the beach. Beyond the porch, a hot tub promises ultimate relaxation, and an enclosed outdoor shower adds convenience. Evenings are ideal for gathering around the fire pit or grilling on the gas BBQ, with ample outdoor seating for everybody. The fenced backyard provides a safe haven for kids and furry friends (dogs welcome!), and private parking for up to 6 cars plus outdoor storage add to the ease of your stay.

Designed for all ages with its convenient ground-level layout, making it particularly elderly friendly and simple to navigate, Just Like Paradise also offers a constructed-in desk for remote work. It's an Event Home (additional fee applies) and welcomes off-season monthly units.

With its prime location near beaches, attractions, and, most notably, a really inviting and comfortably accessible screened-in back porch for making lasting memories, Just Like Paradise lives up to its name. Book your memorable Oak Island hideaway today!

(Please note the decorative fireplace on the screened back porch is not for guest use.)

Bed Layout (1K, 2Q, 1 Triple Bunk T/T/T, 1TSS):
BR 1 - 1 King
BR 2 - 1 Queen
BR 3 - 1 Queen, 1 Triple Bunk Twin/Twin/Twin, 1 Twin Sleeper Couch

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features:
- Located in the peaceful "Old Yaupon" area of Oak Island
- Public beach access just a short walk to the end of the street (roughly 0.2 miles, less than a block)
- Within walking distance to great stores, eateries, Oak Island Fishing Pier, trails and fishing
- Convenient to more great stores, eateries, Oak Island Golf Course, Oak Island Lighthouse, sky diving, helicopter rides, putt-putt and arcade and other fun activities
- Short 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Event Home (For an additional fee - Telephone Better Beach Units for details)
- Off-season monthly units welcome (Telephone Better Beach Units for details)
- Keyless entry
- Entertainment: Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming. Board games. Puzzles. Books.
- Kitchen: Breakfast bar. Fridge with ice maker. Electric flat-surface range/cooktop. Dishwasher. Constructed-in microwave. Toaster oven.
- Elderly friendly (ground level)
- Desk space
- Screened back porch with TV
- Hot tub (capacity of 4)
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Gas grille
- Fire pit
- Outdoor storage
- Fenced backyard
- Dog friendly
- Private parking (6 spaces total)

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips to get the perfect vacation home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summer time is high season in Oak Island. To get the best value, try shifting your vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans. Ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Cape Fear area area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain coupons for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Choosing the perfect vacation rental in Oak Island:

• Select a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Beautiful 3BR,1Full BA, 2 Half BA - Hot tub, Walk to Beach, Dog Friendly, Sleeps has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is commonly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, email or call the host before you book your home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is optimal for your family.
• If your group is bringing pets, search for a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Tips for a great stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent many concerns.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• During arrival, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and look for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, ensure that you take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good feedback to stimulate future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.