BEST OF BOTH WORLDS - Gorgeous Back Bay House (3 houses back from beach access) - Vacation rental home in Sunset Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2350 square feet

The ideal family vacation spot! Ideal for one huge family or to share between two families. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms plus a additional room for the kids so adults and kids can savor their own fun time in two completely different areas. For those that would rather appreciate the surf and sand, we are just 3 homes from the beach - a very painless walk to get you back and forth from the beach so not a big deal if you have to get back to the home.

The home sits on the back bay at the eastern end of the island and offers a huge floating dock and gazebo where you can swim, fish and launch your kayaks, paddle boards or dock your boat. Striking decks and sizable screened in porch and allow you to enjoy the elegant marsh area throughout the day.

The kitchen offers brand new appliances and a wonderfully outfitted kitchen so you are able to stay in and prepare from home to enjoy more time on the island.

Below the home is a brand new enormous outside shower and changing area as well as a great entertaining area for friends and family. There is also a gas grille downstairs for cookouts.

All bedrooms, living room and additional room are furnished with intelligent TVs and the home has high-speed WiFi. There is also a renters closet downstairs where you can find a second refrigerator (ideal to stock additional beverages) as well as beach umbrellas and chairs.

About the Area

Located in Sunset Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Sunset River Marketplace and Museum of Coastal Carolina are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rees Jones Golf Course and Willard Byrd Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Ingram Planetarium and Tribal Island.

Special Instructions

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

• Pets not allowed

Our top Rental property booking tips:

Money saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are high season in Sunset Beach. Book your vacation home in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation property six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Some hosts offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines that include special deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting and booking the best Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Start by choosing your a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. BEST OF BOTH WORLDS - Gorgeous Back Bay House (3 houses back from beach access) has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Does your group require specific amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.

Know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• At Check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors bothering your peace. Use the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect your property!
• On check-out day, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.