Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1525 square feet

Feel Southport's southern appeal from 'The Tree House,' a 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental! With a cavernous layout and amenities like a full kitchen, the home comfortably accommodates a family or numerous couples traveling together. Spend your days fishing on Southport Fishing Pier, sunbathing on the shore of Bald Head Island or Casewell Beach, and exploring the North Carolina Aquarium! Come evening, feast al fresco on the fenced patio with towering live oak trees providing the ideal setting.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Boat Trailer Parking | Dog-Friendly with Fee | 1,525 Sq Ft

With many amenities and a prime location, this comfortable bungalow-like home is ideal for avid anglers, beachgoers or just a close-knit group looking to experience Southport's peaceful streets, waterfront, and southern way of life!

Bedroom 1 (Loft): King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor fire pit w/ seating, fenced-in brick patio w/ outdoor dining table, furnished front patio, gas grille
KITCHEN: Totally equipped, drip coffeemaker, microwave, dishwasher, spices, full knife set, essentials like paper towels and soap, 4-person bar
INDOOR LIVING: 2 flat-screen cable TVs, throw blankets, picnic-style dining table
BEDROOM SUITE: Private living area w/ flat-screen TV, en-suite bathroom w/ claw-foot tub
GENERAL: In-unit washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, complimentary WiFi, ceiling fans, per-room air conditioning
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level home, 3 steps to enter, bedrooms & bathrooms on upper levels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, max 2)
PARKING: Off-street parking (3 cars or 2 cars and 1 boat trailer)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Franklin Square Gallery (0.3 miles), North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport (0.5 miles), Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room (0.5 miles), Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center (0.7 miles), Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum (7.5 miles), Oak Island Lighthouse (9.0 miles), Fort Caswell (9.8 miles)
BOAT RENTALS: Southport Boat Units (0.7 miles), North Carolina Boat Units (0.8 miles), Southport Marina (0.8 miles)
FISHING: Get Reel Fishing Charters (0.2 miles), Southport Fishing Pier and Riverwalk (0.6 miles), Yeah Right Charters (5.2 miles), Oak Island Fishing Charters (12.3 miles)
BEACHES: Caswell Beach (8.0 miles), Bald Head Island accessible via ferry (8.7 miles), Oak Island (12.1 miles)
RESTAURANTS: Loco Jo's Bar & Grille (500 feet), Oliver's on the Cape Fear (0.7 miles), Provision Company (0.8 miles), Old American Fish Co (0.8 miles), Frying Pan (0.8 miles), Flava's Ice Cream Shop (0.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Wilmington International Airport (31.9 miles), Myrtle Beach International Airport (66.9 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog-friendly with $100 fee (+ costs & taxes, max of 2 allowed)
- No events, events or enormous gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This multi-level home requires 3 exterior steps to enter. Additional interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms and bathrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors

About the Area

Southport is home to this vacation home. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Mirror Lake Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

How to get the best Southport vacation home experience:

When to visit & When to reserve a Southport rental home:

• To find the best value, consider shifting your trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the best rental in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Begin by selecting potential vacation weeks and a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration you need. Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible on booking pages. If not, call the property manager before you book the vacation home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds.
• Does your family require specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask your host about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Put the host's information in your smartphone.
• To make sure that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas when you arrive. Call the rental manager right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would back home.
• On check-out day, complete a final walk-through to make sure you didn't leave anything behind. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a terrific vacation? Most rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental and/or host was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect 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 review.