Stay Close - a handcrafted, historic beach cottage - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to the Stay Close.

A delightful beach bungalow close to everything you need to make memories and stay close to family.

Start your day with fun in the sun, sand & waves. The Stay Close is a block to the beach & steps to the sound. Unwind with sunset vistas at the end of a full day on the porch overlooking the Banks Channel.

From our family to yours, we invite you to experience the magic of Wrightsville Beach in this well-appointed, open, airy, and comfortable home. Welcome to the beach!
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Welcome to the Stay Close - A Historic, Handcrafted Beach Home with Heart & Soul

Located between the relaxing Wrightsville Beach sound and the vibrant Atlantic Ocean, our beloved family home awaits you. A place brimming with memories, we invite you to create your own memorable moments in this magical spot.

Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort:
Constructed in 1935 and lovingly restored by our father, a master carpenter, and our family, this original beach bungalow combines historical appeal with modern comfort. Its handcrafted details and family history, told through photographs and heirlooms, offer a unique, heartwarming stay.

Prime Location with Ocean and Sound Access:
Just a block from the ocean's rolling waves and steps from the serene sound, our home offers the best of both worlds. Paddle out to greet the sunrise, walk to the town center for a taste of local life, or walk or jog the breathtaking Loop between the bridges.

A Home Crafted with Appreciate:
Each corner of this home tells a story - from the hammer-marked stair step to the reclaimed beadboard in the kitchen. The master suite on the third floor, a testament to our father’s craftsmanship, features impressive ocean and sound water vistas and light.

Family-Friendly Spaces for Connection and Joy:
Gather around the cavernous kitchen for a happy hour, lounge in the cozy living areas for storytelling, or convene on the porch to witness gorgeous sunsets. This home is designed for family bonding and joyous gatherings.

Endless Beachside Activities:
Whether it's surfing, paddleboarding, fishing, or simply basking in the sun, Wrightsville Beach offers countless adventures. Our home is the ideal home base to discover and savor these oceanside delights.

Feel Local Flavors and Traditions:
From fresh seafood at Motts Channel to casual lunches at Dockside, the local culinary scene is just a walk away. Embrace our family tradition of sunsets, shrimparoos, and create your own family traditions in this welcoming community.

Your Peaceful Retreat Awaits:
At the Stay Close, we offer not just a place to stay, but a home filled with warmth, history, and the promise of new memories. Join us for a unique, heartwarming experience at Wrightsville Beach.

Book The Stay Close & Create Your Wrightsville Story!

About the Area

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park, while Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and Cameron Art Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trask Coliseum or Legion Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best vacation property experience:

When to visit & When to book:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To find the best value, consider changing your family's Southport vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• In the Southport area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Select a group leader, select your trip dates, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Stay Close - a handcrafted, historic beach cottage has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is regularly accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you book the rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers charge additional pet fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Get the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't linked to your family's stay, inspect for any problem areas during check in. Call the rental manager right away to record any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Protect your property!
• When it's time to leave, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property one final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to compel future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.