Tranquil Tides Cottage 3 miles from the Beach - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 1100 square feet

Unwind in this comfortable bungalow located 3 miles from the ocean. Roomy
3 bedroom,2 bath home with extravagant primary suite bathroom. Primary suite bathroom has a sizable shower with a teakwood bench, rain shower head and 6 inlaid jets for a calming spa experience without ever needing to leave the bungalow.
Tranquil Tides has a gorgeous front porch to share stories and a privacy fenced backyard with a fire pit. This is the place where memories are made for a lifetime.
The space
My home is a safe space for all. I welcome guests of all races, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations.

The front porch welcomes each guest with its local artisan furnishings and ceiling fans for traditional southern hospitality.

Primary suite room has a huge king size bed with pillow top bed that welcomes you to savor a restful nights sleep or an afternoon cat nap. The primary suite bathroom has an antique barn door leading from the primary suite into a spa getaway that includes a rain shower head and inlaid jets.

Second bedroom has a queen size bed with a comfortable bed.

The third bedroom has a trundle bed with an upper twin bed bed and a lower twin bed bed.

The guest bathroom has new, white subway tile , a teakwood bench to appreciate a relaxing shower after a day at the beach.

Backyard has a 6 foot privacy fence and a fire pit to enjoy the stars!
Guest access
Access to entire home.
Other things to note
Please note, to ensure our home is disinfected between stays, we do use bleach products, alcohol based products to clean our home along with other products, depending on the surface that needs to be cleaned.

About the Area

Located in Southport, this cottage is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and popular attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Southport rental home tips and tricks:

Finding the best rental home value:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the best value, try changing your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitor guides have money saving offers on local tours and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• First, have your group commit to a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Tranquil Tides Cottage 3 miles from the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is often accessible online. If not, reach out to the host before booking the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to determine what is right for your vacation.
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly property. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Some things to know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of concerns.
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are away, just like you would at home.
• To make certain that damages are not attributed to your family's stay, make a record of any problem areas during check in. message the rental manager right away to record any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors disrupting your peace and quiet. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would've not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and look for any damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a excellent stay? Most rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.