Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w\/ Private Dock! - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 15
• 7 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Aquarium #159 is a roomy sound front home that is really a boater’s heaven. Top location on Wrightsville Beach for a family beach and boat vacation on the peaceful, relaxing South Lumina. This home offers it all and is a rare find as it features spectacular sound and ocean vistas from four decks and a private deep-water boat slip, dock, and gazebo on Banks Channel. There’s a calm, secluded beach at low tide on the sound side, and convenient beach access is just a 5-min. walk away. Entertainment options are countless with a ping pong table, board games, and plenty of water toys and games to play on the beach. Walk to Crystal Pier, eateries, and coffee stores such as Oceanic and Sundays, or check out the local surf stores only .5 miles from the home.

Offering an open floor plan designed to highlight the water vistas, this home has a seamless flow ideal for gathering. In the living room, you will savor the natural light, vaulted ceilings, comfortable seating, a constructed-in TV, and board games. Fit for a chef, the open kitchen has a enormous island with bar stool seating for 8, white cabinetry, high-end appliances, a wet bar and wine refrigerator, and a walk-in pantry. Behind the kitchen and adjacent to the pantry is a door to access the front porch that looks out to the street and neighborhood. There are two dining tables, each seat 6. Appreciate an afternoon or evening sound-side sunset gathering on the broad back porch that can be accessed from the living room.

Six bedrooms, all with deck access and ensuite bathrooms, invite you to relax and recharge during your vacation. There is one bedroom on the main living area level (1st floor) and provides a queen-sized bed, a TV, and deck access that looks out to the street. Ascend the stairs to the second level, where you will find three additional bedrooms: one with a queen-sized bed (sound view), one with two twin-sized beds (street facing), and one with a king-sized bed (street facing). A queen-sized pull out couch is located on this floor as well. The third floor homes the primary master suite which has a king-sized bed, a TV, a cavernous ensuite bathroom with double vanities and a walk-in shower, and a wet bar with a refrigerator. The master suite has a private deck looking out to the sound. The sixth and final bedroom is also located on the top floor and has two twin-sized beds and an additional-long twin-sized daybed and a TV. Ocean vistas are prominent from this room, and deck access is available with both sound and ocean vistas.

On the ground floor, you’ll find a ping pong table, comfortable couches, an Xbox game console, and a half bathroom.

This home is equipped with an elevator, an outdoor shower, a grille, beach chairs, beach games, a water mat/float, a cooler, pack-n-play, a full-sized washer and dryer and more. The private dock has a fishing cleaning station with power and water. Please note this is a shared dock with neighbors. Guests can take in both sound and ocean vistas from multiple decks and a rooftop crows nest. There is parking in the driveway for 2-3 cars depending on size. For entertainment, high speed internet, multiple TVs, Cable TV, and an Xbox are supplied.

There is a keyless entry lock on this door only. Guests are assigned a personal entrance code for the duration of their stay. There are no keys and no need to check in or out at the office. Guests will be emailed their door code prior to their check-in. Everything in this home was made to provide a safe, no-anxiety, contactless process where you can relax from the moment you arrive.

Supplied With Your Stay: Bath Towels, Hand Towels and Washcloths, Bath Mats, Kitchen Linens and Beach Towels. Beds will be made upon arrival. A First Nighttime Amenity Kit which includes Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Trash Bags and More will be waiting for you! Professional cleaning service is supplied after every guest stay.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in South End, a neighborhood in Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider South End Surf Shop and Aussie Island Surf Shop. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Wilmington, NC vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are high season in Wrightsville Beach. To find the most suitable rental home for your budget, we suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Wilmington, NC restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your vacation rental 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guide magazines which include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through 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.

Selecting the perfect vacation rental in the Wilmington, NC area:

• Choose your vacation week and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w\/ Private Dock! has 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the host before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what configuration is optimal for your group.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before booking
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly rental. Request information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your .
• To make sure that damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas during check in. message the host immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all of your things. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.