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DurhamNorth Carolina27713US
4.721
45Nice shady space for my dog to run around. Could hear/see dogs next...
55My dogs loved the challenge of running up & down the hill! Yard is...
35Lovely shady spot with lots of places to explore. I would have loved...
55Nice peaceful spot overlooking trail.
55Nice private backyard! We would’ve stayed longer, but it was pretty...
35The yard was shady as promised—exactly what we needed on a hot day....
55It’s on a hill so if you have mobility issues it might be difficult...
55Great shady spot!
55Very nice shaded area and host provided water my pups enjoyed it!
45This spot seemed well maintained as there was no dog poop around and...
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Shady Oasis

Durham, North Carolina
Fully Fenced
0.11 acres
4.7121 Reviews
Sniffpass
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Hosted by Sarah V.

Shady Oasis

Durham, North Carolina
Host avatar
Hosted by Sarah V.
Sniffpass
4.7121 Reviews
Sniffpass
Fully Fenced
0.11 acres
Shady Oasis - Durham, North Carolina
Shady Oasis - Durham, North Carolina
Shady Oasis - Durham, North Carolina

Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Fencing height

5 feet (at lowest point)

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

i have a walking trail behind my house on which folks often walk their dogs.

GUEST FEEDBACK

78% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

my neighbors a few houses down have a cat that occasionally will run around the street, but never enters my yard.

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

i have a walking trail behind my house on which folks often walk their dogs or run.

GUEST FEEDBACK

85% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Chairs

Trash can

Hand sanitizer

Table

Dog bags

Off street parking


Pricing
10 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Durham, North Carolina

Description

This fully-fenced backyard in Woodcroft features a lovely view of the walking trail and access to a private deck overlooking the yard. The yard is sloped but is shady, quiet and mostly private — great for your pups to run around!

Cleanliness

93% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Max dogs per booking
20

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

4.71 (21 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Sarah V.

Joined in September 2021

Hi! I love animals, and would be honored to host your special pets! I've been pet sitting for over 10 years and house sitting for about as long. I grew up in a family full of pets, so for as long as I can remember, I've been taking care of them — either my own or for other people.


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