Island home On Canal, Near Beach - BOOK NOW for SUMMER 2025 - Vacation rental home in Sunset Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1800 square feet

AVAILABLE DATES: Summer (June, July, August) - WEEKLY units ONLY, Saturday to Saturday, NO exceptions. If your desired dates are not open on the Vacation Rental By Owner calendar, they are already reserved by another guest. We will not negotiate switching vacation dates with another confirmed rental.

HOME DETAILS: We are now a LINENS PROVIDED rental - sheets and bath towels (for 8 guests) included. House updates never end! Fall 2024 - New beds - bed and box springs in King and Queen (2) bedrooms. Screened porch facelift complete, and NEW CARPET installed!

All canal dredging finished Spring 2024-everything is more navigable. We try to keep our photos current ... just know there may be slight differences between the Vacation Rental By Owner photos and the actual home. The home is ALWAYS better than the photos!

RENTAL PROCESS: You rent directly from the Owners. (Many Vacation Rental By Owner homes are managed by commercial property managers.)

PAYMENT PROCESS: The ONLY payment method is credit card via Vacation Rental By Owner's secure payment process. Owners do not receive or store your credit card information. Vacation Rental By Owner holds ALL funds from owners until your vacation start date. Only the rental fee and cleaning/internet costs are distributed to owners. Vacation Rental By Owner collects/pays all applicable taxes and assesses an administration fee.

HOW TO BOOK: To secure a vacation reservation, submit a Vacation Rental By Owner online inquiry. From such, owners will confirm pricing and share the rental agreement. Owners WILL NOT send you a payment request. Guests must initiate booking via Vacation Rental By Owner. No vacation is guaranteed until BOTH a signed rental agreement AND deposit payment are received – prices and availability are subject to change until your paperwork is processed. If your credit card is declined, you have a short window of time with Vacation Rental By Owner to make payment, otherwise the vacation period becomes open for others to book. Rental agreement can be scanned/emailed or sent via snail mail directly to the owners (contact details on the agreement). Your rental rate is determined at time of booking - rates cannot be adjusted post-booking. Multi-week summer bookings are welcome; however, there is no discount to the rental rate.

BOATING: If you bring a boat or jet ski(s), there is a boat ramp on the mainland side of the Sunset Beach bridge. Recent dredging (2024) has improved water access. We have a 17-foot skiff that clears during medium/high tide, but bigger watercraft may be challenged. There are no rental refunds in the event your boat does not clear properly or if there is unforeseen damage to our dock preventing its use.

GENERAL INFO: Dreaming of a peaceful hideaway to the North Carolina coast? We have vacationed at Sunset Beach since early 1990s. We purchased this home in 2008 (and owned a separate beach bungalow on the island for many years before). We are always doing something to keep the property refreshed and fresh. This is our home away from home and we want you to savor Sunset Beach just like our family. The property is decent sized for a modest family hideaway (with grandparents, cousins, or friends).

The home has an open floor plan on the main level and is gorgeously furnished. The kitchen is well-equipped. There are games and activities galore. Under the home you will find additional space to relax. Take the well-adored canoe or one of the two kayaks down the canal to the Intracoastal waterway. The screened porch provides a great venue for an afternoon board game or dining al fresco. Savor ocean, canal, and intracoastal vistas from the decks and many windows. Sun decks on the main and upper levels provide alternative spots to the beach. We expanded the original front deck and have solid wood Adirondack chairs on all three levels. Public beach access is ~300 feet from the home. Guests may appreciate our phenomenal 'beach buggy' for simple transport of beach essentials.

We welcome units from families and responsible adults over the age of 25 (the person who signs the rental agreement must be present on the property throughout the rental period). The home sleeps a max. of 8 people (adults and any kids traveling with you). Review the floorplan carefully to ensure the bedroom/linens arrangements work for your group. Absolutely NO FAMILY PETS and NO smoking in this home or anywhere on the property. Our home backs up to water and has many decks and interior open railings. Keep this in mind if you are visiting with younger kids.

ABOUT SUNSET BEACH: Sunset Beach is the Southern-most barrier island on the North Carolina coast. It is a short drive to Calabash (Seafood Capital of the South) and ~20-min. drive to North Myrtle Beach. Sunset Beach is one of North Carolina’s most peaceful beaches with 200+ feet of natural dunes before the first row of homes. The ambiance is cozy and family-aligned, even during peak season. One of the Nation’s most handsome wildlife preserves – Bird Island – is a nice walk (2.5 miles from the home) down beach. Visit the Kindred Spirit mailbox – an inspiration for Nicholas Sparks's novel "Every Breath." Observe deer, wild goats, sea turtles, and other sea life as well as enjoy miles of undeveloped dunes and marsh areas.

If you are a golfer, you don't have to travel far to enjoy dozens of courses. We are close to many local conference centers (Sea Trail is one), making our home a nice alternative to hotel lodging.

Keywords: Vacation House, Beach House, Sunset, Beach, Family Vacation

About the Area

Located in Sunset Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Holden Beach and North Myrtle Beach Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Cherry Grove Pier.
Traveling with kids? Consider Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the best Wilmington, NC vacation property experience:

When to book a Wilmington, NC rental & When to go:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your rental home up to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Sunset Beach. Booking your Wilmington, NC vacation home in Spring or Fall is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies usually offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing and booking your prefectvacation home:

• First and foremost, have your group commit to a vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Island home On Canal, Near Beach - BOOK NOW for SUMMER 2025 has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking websites. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before reserving the property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to determine what configuration is best for your vacation group.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must reserve a property that allows animals. Request details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Does your group require specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More tips for your visit:

• Add the owner's information to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few issues.
• Lock your rental home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• Upon arrival, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors bothering your life at home. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Double-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Most rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.