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

About this Property

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

Welcome home to this coastal heaven! Roomy 4 bedroom home is freshly remodeled with all new furnishings throughout. It's clean, comfortable and cozy for families and friends. Centrally located in Wilmington, home to handsome 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 entirely 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 conveniences 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

Rental home tips:

Getting the most from your budget:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Booking your vacation rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Summer time is high season in Wilmington. To get the best value, consider changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Some owners offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• First and foremost, have your family agree to dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Cheerful Coastal Cottage, Minutes to the Beaches has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible on booking pages. If not, contact the host before reserving the vacation property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips for a wonderful stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of problems.
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Upon check-in, document any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected everything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental a final time and look for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.