Candy Store House: Vintage-Wow! Historic Charm Meets Modern Flair Close to Shopp - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

1 Bedroom | 1 Full Bathroom | 1 Half Bathroom
1 King | 1 Twin Daybed | 1 Pop-up Trundle

This vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round.

Stay in a remodeled, striking historic property! The Candy Store House, a 1912 general store that sold candy, has a enormous great room with fireplace and TV featuring basic cable, eating area and open kitchen with gas range. Sleeping four is possible with the master bedroom's king bed and a separate room with a twin daybed and pop-up twin bed trundle. The master bath impresses with a clawfoot tub and shower with rainfall showerhead. There's an additional half bath, laundry area, desk and outdoor covered porch for watching the tourists go by. Unwind with two TV's with basic cable, one Blu-ray player, 200 mbs wireless internet (bring your own streaming device) and a fenced-in yard. This unique home is great as a bridal suite for local weddings held at another downtown venue or a home base for couples and modest families visiting Southport. Easily walk to the cozy downtown with its stores and eateries.

On the National Registry of Historic Places and featured in local magazines, we think you'll appreciate the Candy Store House!

About the Area

Located in Southport, this vacation home is near the beach. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Kure Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

How to find the best Southport rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Southport. Book your Wilmington, NC vacation in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. 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, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental home up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Property management companies usually offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines have deals for nearby accommodations and attractions.

How to choose the perfect vacation rental:

• Select dates and budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family requires. Candy Store House: Vintage-Wow! Historic Charm Meets Modern Flair Close to Shopp has 1 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email the property manager before reserving your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is right for your group.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC destination you long to visit, keep an eye out for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.

Considerations for your stay:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Record any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if there is a dispute.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• At departure, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a excellent time? Most rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was out of order and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.