Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 5200 square feet

This charming 5 bedroom/4.5 baths home has plenty of space for the enormous family/ get to gether. Located directly on the Sound, this home provides spectacular vistas in the morning while appreciating breakfast on the huge deck while watching dolphins swim by or have drinks on the deck watching a phenomenal sunset in the evening. This home has 3 master king size bedrooms each with its own private bath and two twin size bedrooms, each featuring 2 twin beds and sharing one bathroom. In addition to the roomy home, visitors will also benefit from private the deepwater dock with room for 2 boats. It is only a block to the ocean & the white powder sand of this unspoiled5 mile long Beach. Although you are only 3 miles from shopping, eateries, etc. you will hate to leave the island life.
This home will be a favorite of any one who loves the water & all types of water sports & activities. Boating, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Fishing & crabbing are all possible from the dock & just a short block away is the ocean for surfing, wind surfing, surf fishing or just calming & reading a book or enjoying the marvelous unspoiled beach with its white sandy beach.

Very well equipped home/ kitchen. Double ovens, down draft prepare top, stainless steal side by side refrigerator, triple sink, with RO water for drinking. There is a bar area close to the living room with a sink, modest refrigerator & ice maker.

Exclusive Private Island! Figure Eight Island is one of North Carolina's best kept secrets. This private island located on the Atlantic Ocean remains untouched by modern commercialization. A Gate House and a swing drawbridge limited access to assure a private and peaceful vacation. Visitors have access to the beach, boat ramps, bicycles, and tennis courts. This is a great place for golf, fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities. Historic Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach are located just up the street where the arts flourish and the nighttime life has some pizzazz. There are local museums showcasing the history of the coast. Eateries offer cuisine known and appreciated world wide. Feel the beauty, tranquility and laid back ambiance which will create memories of your vacation heaven.

Figure 8 Island is a striking coastal community, but visitors from Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York are excited to find out that it can be reached in the same amount of travel time as the trendy Outer Banks region and Figure 8 doesn't have the in season hordes. The climate is considerably warmer in the spring, fall, and winter, providing a better environment for year-round golf, tennis, and other fashionable outdoor activities with fewer hordes.

Keywords: beach home, sound front, boat dock

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Eagle Point Golf Club and Olde Point Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park. Cape Fear Paddleboarding and Aussie Island Surf Shop are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Our top Wilmington, NC rental home booking tips and tricks:

When to go & When to book:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Booking a rental in Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for more information.
• Many management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines that include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through 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.

Planning and picking the rightvacation home:

• First and foremost, have your family commit to a vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before booking the vacation home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Some properties allow pets, and some do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property manager about pet restrictions before booking.
• Does your family require specific amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Some things to know before you go:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many problems.
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would at home.
• To make sure that damages are not linked to your stay, record any problem areas during arrival. Call the rental manager immediately to report any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host is not available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.