Beachside Cottage Steps From the Ocean! - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 6 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 2600 square feet

Come visit Eight East where you will find a fresh & clean modernized beautiful bungalow that is sure to please! Located on the oceanside of Henderson St., this1940's duplex style bungalow is full of a long line of Wrightsville Beach history and has been transformed into a beachy modern getaway. The location cannot be beat as you are within walking distance of WB's strip of dining & stores as well as just steps to Johnnie Mercer's Pier! The infamous Wrightsville Beach Loop is only a hop skip and a jump away for all of you exercise gurus who want to get your exercise on during your vacay!

Step into a bright & airy comfortable space for friends and family to gather! Appreciate a flat screen intelligent TV with cable in all living areas and bedrooms. Comfy upsized couches and chairs fill the lower and upper level sitting areas to rest on. There are two dining & kitchen areas that have it all. Upstairs seats 9 comfortably at the enormous farm table and 5 can sit around the sizable island/bar. The downstairs dining area seats 6 around the table and 2 at the bar. The freshly refreshed kitchens offers everything you will need for dining and cooking while staying with us! Stainless steel appliances, dishes, drinkware, silverware, and all of the cooking silverware you will need can be found in both kitchens. We also keep the cabinets outfitted with cooking necessities, salt & pepper, cooking oils, spices, sugar. During your stay, you have access to a Keurig and coffee pods, sugar and creamer. We also provide dishwasher pods, laundry pods, paper towels, and toilet paper.

Our home will comfortably sleep 12 guests offering 3 king beds, 1 bunk bed, 2 queen beds and two pullout couches. Each bedroom has a flat screen TV with cable and device charging station and is decorated with gorgeous coastal furnishings that will provide a very restful stay. No need to worry yourself with towels or linens, each room comes with its own set of sheets and two sets of freshly laundered towels. 12 beach towels will also be included. The bungalow has 3 full bathrooms. You will find each bathroom well supplied with all of the essentials: soap, shampoo, conditioner, and other toiletries. We also have two sets of washers and dryers that you are welcomed to use.

Last but certainly not least, chill out on our huge wrap around porches with cozy seating and dining areas. In 2023, we added a handsome outside bar located in the back of the bungalow that provides your own little getaway to hangout , watch TV, and relax! When you come in from the sun & sand, rinse off in our hot/cold outdoor showerhouse! There is parking available for 4 cars in the driveway . Please no parking underneath the home. Feel complimentary to utilize beach chairs/toys/bicycles you find in the downstairs outdoor closet.

**Access between the Upper and Lower level is utilized by walking outside and using stairs. There is not access between the levels from the inside of bungalow.

PROVIDED: Free High speed WIFI, completely supplied kitchen, paper goods and ALL linens, including all linens + bath + beach towels to save you the hassle/cost of bringing them or renting them separately.
When you arrive, beds will be made with crisp, fresh linens and complete sets of fluffy towels will be available. At the end of your stay, we have a modest tidy up checklist but after checkout we have a cleaning service come in to clean the bungalow so you do not have to worry about that! Sorry, but we do not allow family pets or smoking in our home or on the premises.

This bungalow can also be rented duplex style as two separate units (Upper & Lower) Please message us for details or go to Vacation Rental By Owner listing #1397586 (Upper) or Vacation Rental By Owner listing #1551936 (Lower).

About the Area

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this cottage is near the beach. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Halyburton Park and Wrightsville Beach. Aussie Island Surf Shop and Cape Fear Paddleboarding are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Wrightsville Beach vacation rental booking tips:

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

• Summer time is high season in Wrightsville Beach. Book your Wilmington, NC vacation home in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be 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 vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Booking your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guides contain discounts for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Begin by choosing vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. Beachside Cottage Steps From the Ocean! has 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. If not, call the property manager before reserving your home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Is your group looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is traveling with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your phone.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from 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.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation home. 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 fix it.