Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w\/ Private Dock! - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 15
• 7 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Aquarium #159 is a roomy sound front home that is really a boater’s heaven. Top location on Wrightsville Beach for a family beach and boat vacation on the peaceful, peaceful South Lumina. This home offers it all and is a rare find as it features spectacular sound and ocean vistas from four decks and a private deep-water boat slip, dock, and gazebo on Banks Channel. There’s a calm, secluded beach at low tide on the sound side, and convenient beach access is just a 5-min. walk away. Entertainment options are countless with a ping pong table, board games, and plenty of water toys and games to play on the beach. Walk to Crystal Pier, eateries, and coffee stores such as Oceanic and Sundays, or check out the local surf stores only .5 miles from the home.

Offering an open floor plan designed to highlight the water vistas, this home has a seamless flow ideal for gathering. In the living room, you will savor the natural light, vaulted ceilings, comfortable seating, a constructed-in TV, and board games. Fit for a chef, the open kitchen has a enormous island with bar stool seating for 8, white cabinetry, high-end appliances, a wet bar and wine refrigerator, and a walk-in pantry. Behind the kitchen and adjacent to the pantry is a door to access the front porch that looks out to the street and neighborhood. There are two dining tables, each seat 6. Savor an afternoon or evening sound-side sunset gathering on the broad back porch that can be accessed from the living room.

Six bedrooms, all with deck access and ensuite bathrooms, invite you to relax and recharge during your vacation. There is one bedroom on the main living area level (1st floor) and provides a queen-sized bed, a TV, and deck access that looks out to the street. Ascend the stairs to the second level, where you will find three additional bedrooms: one with a queen-sized bed (sound view), one with two twin-sized beds (street facing), and one with a king-sized bed (street facing). A queen-sized pull out couch is located on this floor as well. The third floor homes the primary master suite which has a king-sized bed, a TV, a cavernous ensuite bathroom with double vanities and a walk-in shower, and a wet bar with a refrigerator. The master suite has a private deck looking out to the sound. The sixth and final bedroom is also located on the top floor and has two twin-sized beds and an additional-long twin-sized daybed and a TV. Ocean vistas are prominent from this room, and deck access is available with both sound and ocean vistas.

On the ground floor, you’ll find a ping pong table, comfortable couches, an Xbox game console, and a half bathroom.

This home is equipped with an elevator, an outdoor shower, a grille, beach chairs, beach games, a water mat/float, a cooler, pack-n-play, a full-sized washer and dryer and more. The private dock has a fishing cleaning station with power and water. Please note this is a shared dock with neighbors. Guests can take in both sound and ocean vistas from multiple decks and a rooftop crows nest. There is parking in the driveway for 2-3 cars depending on size. For entertainment, high speed internet, multiple TVs, Cable TV, and an Xbox are supplied.

There is a keyless entry lock on this door only. Guests are assigned a personal entrance code for the duration of their stay. There are no keys and no need to check in or out at the office. Guests will be emailed their door code prior to their check-in. Everything in this home was made to provide a safe, no-anxiety, contactless process where you can relax from the moment you arrive.

Supplied With Your Stay: Bath Towels, Hand Towels and Washcloths, Bath Mats, Kitchen Linens and Beach Towels. Beds will be made upon arrival. A First Nighttime Amenity Kit which includes Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Trash Bags and More will be waiting for you! Professional cleaning service is included after every guest stay.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in South End, a neighborhood in Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider South End Surf Shop and Aussie Island Surf Shop. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the best vacation home experience:

Finding your best deal:

• Booking in Fall or Spring months is a good way to save money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines have deals for local accommodations and attractions.

How to select the perfect rental in Wrightsville Beach:

• First and foremost, have your group decide on dates and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w\/ Private Dock! has 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property owner before booking the home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is suitable for your group.
• If there's a specific Southport destination you love, look for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or applied to your contract.

Advice for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• During check-in, document any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent a lot of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was imperfect and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.