Lakeside Bliss 1 Hr. from Dallas - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to The Chilcottage - Lakeside Bliss on Lake Tawakoni!

Escape to a serene hideaway just 1 hour from Dallas, where the hustle & bustle of city life melt away & tranquility takes center stage. The Chilcottage is the ideal destination for those seeking a calming getaway with all the amenities of home.

Let the beauty of Lake Tawakoni create an memorable escape. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures or simply a peaceful place to relax our lakefront property is the ideal destination.
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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 activities can be experienced at Wrightsville SUP and Eagle Point Golf Club. 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

Pets not allowed

Finding the best Wilmington rental home experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• Summer is high season in Wilmington. To get the best value, consider changing your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• In the Southport area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Owners sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Often, management companies supply Southport area visitor guides which often include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Filter your search:

• Start by choosing potential vacation weeks and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Lakeside Bliss 1 Hr. from Dallas has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. If they are not listed, contact the property owner before you book the property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds.
• If there's a particular Southport destination you long to visit, browse homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a rental that allows animals. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Note that some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Know before you go:

• We recommend storing the owner's contact information in your smartphone.
• Note any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are useful if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible resource to find the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are away, just like you would back home.
• Just before checking out, complete a final walk-through to confirm you didn't forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on good reviews to stimulate new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.