Sandspur Cottage - the place to be! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Are you looking for a quieter vacation home that is still exceptionally close to the beach? “Sandspur Cottage” welcomes you and your four-legged family member to come appreciate the island life. This attractively finished bungalow features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, crown molding, and beautiful coastal character touches throughout. Lovingly maintained and neat as a pin - you will feel at home as soon as you walk in the door! With plenty of parking and a residential feel to the neighborhood, you’ll be a fan of this bungalow for life!

As you enter this single level home you will find a bright open floor plan with living, dining, and kitchen that seamlessly comes together in one enormous living space. French doors lead you out to the deck. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite drink, and relax in the soft sea breezes as the sun sets. The picnic table in the shady area will beckon you to savor a picnic or two while you're in town and is the ideal blend to help maximize your outdoor time in the warm sunny weather grille side. The open kitchen offers a peninsula with plenty of room for meal prepping and is complemented by a modest island that overlooks the close by dining area. Families will enjoy movie nights around the tv, cooking and grilling out, and dining together.

Head down the hall to find the guest bedrooms. There are two rooms that offer queen beds and a third bedroom that has a full bed which works well for the junior members of the family. The primary bedroom is a new addition to the home and provides a peaceful respite from common areas and is furnished with a queen-size bed. Guest bathrooms feature hardy board paneling and add to the bright crispy coastal feel of this pretty home and the third bathroom has dual vanity.

With a prime location that is just 2 blocks away from the beach, a covered deck, rear sun deck, and phenomenal outdoor space this bungalow is primed for fun in the sun! Two covered parking spots with room for 4 additional cars in the driveway make this home a rare find. A ideal mixture of sunshine and privacy – this is the calming beach vacation that you have been dreaming of!

Life is too short to miss the spectacular sunrises, famed donuts at Britt's, Thursday nighttime fireworks on the beach and quality time with your family making lifelong memories. The North Carolina Aquarium and the Fort Fisher historical site are great day time activities for everybody to enjoy. Catch a ferry ride over to Southport for the day for some great local dining options or spend the day hiking in the maritime forest of Carolina Beach State Park. Venus fly traps and native pitcher plants can be spotted in the park seasonally and make a really memorable experience. Just a short walk to Freeman Park, your furriest family members will have a ball on their beach vacation. You'll want to immerse yourself in the myriad of activities offered on Pleasure Island. Book today for a really memorable family friendly experience!

Occupancy: 8.
Stay Requirements: Saturday to Saturday rental in summer. Minimum of 2-nighttime stay in other seasons.
Linens Configuration: 3 Queen, 1 Full.
Parking: Parking on site for 6 cars. Garage not supplied with rental.
Pet Policy: Animals welcome with a nonrefundable fee. min. of 2 family pets per reservation.
Prohibited: Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Boat Trailers, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Conveniences: Keyless Entry, Covered Parking, Enclosed Outdoor Shower, Pet Friendly, Single Family Home.

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C310 – Sandspur Cottage” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the perfect vacation property experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Carolina Beach. Reserve your Wilmington, NC vacation in Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Winter holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers usually offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines which include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to select the perfect vacation rental in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Choose your dates and budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Sandspur Cottage - the place to be! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available online. If you don't see them listed, email the property management company before booking your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• Does your group require specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.

During your stay:

• Add the property manager's information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make certain no damages are attributed to your family's visit, record any problem areas upon check in. Speak to the host right away to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent many problems.
• Be respectful. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to inspire more reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.