Cheerful Coastal Cottage, Minutes to the Beaches - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 5 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome home to this coastal heaven! Cavernous 4 bedroom home is newly remodeled with all new furnishings throughout. It's clean, comfortable and cozy for families and friends. Centrally located in Wilmington, home to elegant beaches, impressive eateries, Riverwalk, Airlie Gardens, Fort Fisher, Battleship NC, NC Aquarium and more! The ideal spot for family and friends, you will appreciate this private hideaway in Wilmington!
The space
Freshly refreshed and great location. Painless access to everything: Wrightsville Beach, downtown and UNCW are all 15 mins. away. Or head to Carolina & Kure beaches on your way to discover Ft. Fisher 30 mins. down the road along the Cape Fear River. Close to shopping, closest grocery store is 5 mins. away. Everything in the home is new. Simple check in with keypad entry. Includes a completely equipped kitchen for a home cooked meal. 2 full baths with towels and basic toiletries included. Pack-N-Play supplied if necessary. Intelligent TVs in living room and 2 of the bedrooms, equipped with Netflix, Amazon Prime, HULU etc. Multiple Board games and even a ping pong table if you decide to stay back and have fun!
Guest access
Guests have full access and complete privacy inside the home. Instructions for access, check-in, checkout and directions to the home are supplied in the home manual on Airbnb. When checking out, please be sure all windows and doors are locked prior to your departure.
Other things to note
Guests do not have access to a closet in the primary bedroom, it's used as the owner's storage. Ring doorbell located at the front door and is recording when motion activated. Laundry is located in the garage.

**Please note we have a no animals policy! We some times make considerations for guests with animals but unless previously discussed we do charge a $300 non-returnable animal fee for guests who bring animals without our knowledge!

We EXPLICITLY DO NOT allow animals to be left unattended at any point in time during your stay and must be supervised and under the control of their handler at all times even when crated or kenneled they are not to be left alone in the home!

We do allow service animals but require advanced notice and that they not be left alone in the home and should always be under the control of their handler, kept off of the furnishings & beds, and any waste left in the yard, accidents in the home, damages to the home , damaged or stained, furnishings, floor, carpets, & linens, or excessive animal fur are the responsibility of the service animals handler and will incur charges that any guest who causes this issues would also incur! As hosts we strive to be accommodating to all of our guests and adhere to ADA guidelines!

*Please note, listing amenities may change or be un-available from time to time. Occasionally things break, wear out, or need to be replaced. We will not refund money if a simple luxury is not available at the time of your stay or due to a last min. issue. If there is a specific luxury that you need or are booking the home for, please ask at booking. We will do everything we can to accommodate you.

About the Area

Wilmington is home to this vacation home. Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and Cape Fear Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House. New Hanover County Arboretum and Cape Fear Paddleboarding are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips for getting the perfect vacation rental experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Southport area. Booking in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies typically offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guides contain discounts for local shops and restaurants.

Finding the perfect rental home:

• First, have your group decide on trip dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Cheerful Coastal Cottage, Minutes to the Beaches has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, call the property manager before reserving the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or applied to your agreement.
• If there's an individual Southport attraction you crave, keep an eye out for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Protect your property!
• To ensure that damages aren't linked to your family's visit, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. E-mail the rental manager immediately to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a excellent time? Most rental managers make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.