Charming Cottage! Open space with coastal theme. Centrally located. - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Super beautiful bungalow, freshly refreshed with a comfortable coastal theme! Centrally located in the trendy fresh Porters Neck area, only 15 mins. from the beach and simple drive to downtown. It sits on over an acre, flanked by sizable Live Oak trees and located within a charming little private nursery. Conveniently located right off Market Street, with privacy gates and very cavernous parking. Cottage also features huge open ceilings showcasing striking old rough cut wood trust, along with new floor, kitchen and bath appliances. Decor features multiple local artisans and a nice array of hand selected vintage items. It also Includes a roomy front porch (with rockers :) and a nice paver patio out back. The backyard incorporates a enormous secured fenced area, so let the puppies play...

About the Area

Wilmington is home to this cottage. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mayfaire Town Center and The Cotton Exchange. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trask Coliseum or Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: No puppies under 1 year or dangerous dog breeds.

Strategies to get the perfect Wilmington vacation rental experience:

When to visit Wilmington & When to book:

• Booking your vacation rental in the Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Southport area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. 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, visitor guide magazines have money saving offers on local accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to select the perfect rental in Wilmington:

• Start by having your group choose a vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group requires. Charming Cottage! Open space with coastal theme. Centrally located. has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property management company before reserving your home. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Does your group require special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a rental that allows animals. Request information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, document any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're gone! Don't let thieves spoil your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to stimulate future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.