Beachside Cottage Steps From the Ocean! - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 6 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 2600 square feet

Come visit Eight East where you will find a fresh & clean refreshed striking bungalow that is sure to please! Located on the oceanside of Henderson St., this1940's duplex style bungalow is full of a long line of Wrightsville Beach history and has been transformed into a beachy modern getaway. The location cannot be beat as you are within walking distance of WB's strip of dining & stores as well as just steps to Johnnie Mercer's Pier! The infamous Wrightsville Beach Loop is only a hop skip and a jump away for all of you exercise gurus who want to get your exercise on during your vacay!

Step into a bright & airy comfortable space for friends and family to gather! Appreciate a flat screen intelligent TV with cable in all living areas and bedrooms. Comfy upsized couches and chairs fill the lower and upper level sitting areas to rest on. There are two dining & kitchen areas that have it all. Upstairs seats 9 comfortably at the sizable farm table and 5 can sit around the enormous island/bar. The downstairs dining area seats 6 around the table and 2 at the bar. The freshly updated kitchens offers everything you will need for dining and cooking while staying with us! Stainless steel appliances, dishes, drinkware, silverware, and all of the cooking silverware you will need can be found in both kitchens. We also keep the cabinets outfitted with cooking necessities, salt & pepper, cooking oils, spices, sugar. During your stay, you have access to a Keurig and coffee pods, sugar and creamer. We also provide dishwasher pods, laundry pods, paper towels, and toilet paper.

Our home will comfortably sleep 12 guests offering 3 king beds, 1 bunk bed, 2 queen beds and two pullout couches. Each bedroom has a flat screen TV with cable and device charging station and is decorated with impressive coastal furnishings that will provide a very restful stay. No need to worry yourself with towels or linens, each room comes with its own set of sheets and two sets of freshly laundered towels. 12 beach towels will also be supplied. The bungalow has 3 full bathrooms. You will find each bathroom well supplied with all of the essentials: soap, shampoo, conditioner, and other toiletries. We also have two sets of washers and dryers that you are welcomed to use.

Last but certainly not least, chill out on our huge wrap around porches with cozy seating and dining areas. In 2023, we added a pretty outside bar located in the back of the bungalow that provides your own little getaway to hangout , watch TV, and relax! When you come in from the sun & sand, rinse off in our hot/cold outdoor showerhouse! There is parking available for 4 cars in the driveway . Please no parking underneath the home. Feel complimentary to utilize beach chairs/toys/bicycles you find in the downstairs outdoor closet.

**Access between the Upper and Lower level is utilized by walking outside and using stairs. There is not access between the levels from the inside of bungalow.

PROVIDED: Free High speed WIFI, entirely supplied kitchen, paper goods and ALL linens, including all linens + bath + beach towels to save you the hassle/cost of bringing them or renting them separately.
When you arrive, beds will be made with crisp, fresh linens and complete sets of fluffy towels will be available. At the end of your stay, we have a modest tidy up checklist but after checkout we have a cleaning service come in to clean the bungalow so you do not have to worry about that! Sorry, but we do not allow family pets or smoking in our home or on the premises.

This bungalow can also be rented duplex style as two separate units (Upper & Lower) Please message us for details or go to Vacation Rental By Owner listing #1397586 (Upper) or Vacation Rental By Owner listing #1551936 (Lower).

About the Area

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this cottage is near the beach. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park. Aussie Island Surf Shop and Cape Fear Paddleboarding are also worth visiting.

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

Tricks and tips for getting the best Wrightsville Beach rental experience:

Sticking to your spending budget:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Wrightsville Beach. Booking in the Fall or Spring is a great way to save on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines contain offers and deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Selecting and booking the best Wilmington, NC rental:

• Start by selecting your the best vacation week and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Beachside Cottage Steps From the Ocean! has 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible online. If they are not listed, call the property manager before booking your home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or applied to your agreement.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC beach you are crazy about, keep an eye out for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Considerations for your stay:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent many concerns.
• Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your vacation.
• Note any damages to the property during check in, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are valuable if a dispute is filed.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually 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 shopping?
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a excellent stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or property manager was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.