The Birdhouse Is Your Family Getaway On Sunset Beach,and We Are Pet Friendly! - Vacation rental home in Sunset Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1300 square feet

Our family friendly vintage bungalow features an open kitchen/dining/living floor plan. Just inside the front door is our roomy kitchen (ideal for feeding kids!) including a table seating 5, a breakfast bar for 4 and tons of storage. There is also a dining table for more seating, puzzles, or your laptop. The living area includes a TV and DVD player,and access to a modest deck great for shady mornings or sunny afternoons. 2 bedrooms have Queen size beds, the other 2 each have a double and twin bed. One has another TV for the kids. Downstairs find 2 outdoor showers, charcoal grille, picnic table, and a few rocking chairs.The front porch is a great place to savor your morning coffee.

Our economical pricing includes the end of rental housekeeping fee; you may also opt to bring your pet (Pet Fee), bed sheets included (Linens Fee), or have bath towels supplied (Bath towel Fee).

If the Birdhouse is not available for your preferred dates, please check out our other pet friendly home, the Doghouse Vacation Rental By Owner #694054. It's just 3 streets over,same west end, mid block location.

NEW in 2016 check out the "Visit Sunset Beach" app.

Once you cross over the bridge to our modest barrier island, leave your work and daily routine behind. Savor our wide beach, with it’s south facing gradual slope and gentle waves, bicycle around the island, or walk west to the Kindred Spirit on the Bird Island Preserve and leave your thoughts in the notebooks found in the mailbox. Check out the island stores, pier and turtle nest talks.

Close to home base, you can appreciate weekly summer concerts in front of the Ingram Planetarium, and visit the stores and eateries on High Market. On Thursday morning you can visit the Sunset Beach Waterfront Market at the Sunset Beach Park (next to Bill’s Seafood) supporting local producers of homemade and homegrown products. Returning visitors to Sunset will enjoy the Old Bridge Preservation Society,new home of the old pontoon swing bridge since 2010, located nearly under the new bridge, near the new public boat ramp.

Off island,Sunset Beach is surrounded by golf courses,as well as fishing and kayaking tours for the entire family.

Nearby Calabash features seafood eateries along the historic waterfront, other varied eateries-especially breakfast, and the must see Callahan's Stores.
If you want to stick with your exercise routine, the beach and streets of Sunset Beach are ideal for a run; if you need a group activity, Crossfit OIB and Body Edge are both about 3 miles away.
5 miles up the road check out the Museum of Coastal Carolina and the new Shallotte River Swamp Park- featuring eco tours and zip lines, something your kids will adore!

If you need some city excitement, Myrtle Beach, SC or Wilmington, NC are both close trips for eateries,entertainment,shopping,cultural and rainy day activities.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Sunset Beach. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Sunset River Marketplace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ingram Planetarium and Tribal Island. Traveling with kids? Consider Planet Fun and Molten Mountain. Kayaking, motor boating, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

• Pets allowed
• Dogs only
• 2 per room
• Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Strategies to get the best Wilmington, NC vacation home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• June, July, and August are high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the most suitable rental within budget, we highly recommend booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Wilmington, NC attractions and restaurants. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property managers typically offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs 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 issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Selecting and booking the rightvacation home:

• Choose a designated group leader, select your dates, and select a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. The Birdhouse Is Your Family Getaway On Sunset Beach,and We Are Pet Friendly! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property owner before you book the property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what configuration is right for your family.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• If your group is vacationing with pets, search for a rental that allows animals. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Note that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your phone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• To make sure damages aren't linked to your stay, make a record of any problem areas upon your arrival. E-mail the host right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents a lot of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to inspire new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.