About this Property

Sleeps 7
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Private vacation home

Modest and comfortable, this home has a ideally sized kitchen and enough dining seats for your whole event. This home is a duplex with the shared wall being the outer garage walls, and features a reverse floor plan — with a bunk bed (full bed on the bottom) bedroom on the lower floor and queen bedroom with en suite upstairs along with the kitchen and living area. Very well equipped. Step right across the street to savor a serene view of the marsh from the Keeper's Landing dock.

About the Area

Cape Fear Station, a neighborhood in Bald Head Island, is home to this vacation home. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the perfect rental experience:

Get the best rental value:

To get the best value, try shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are booked very early. Reserving your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a discount.
Property managers usually offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

How to pick the best vacation home:

Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and choose a max budget.
Note the number beds and the configuration you need. Charming two-bedroom cottage near East Beach has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible on booking websites. If not, email the property owner before reserving your home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
If there's a specific Wilmington, NC beach you long to visit, look for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your requirements.
Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.
Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the host about pets before booking.

More considerations:

Put the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
To make certain that damages are not linked to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon check in. text the host right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of concerns.
Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental to confirm you've collected everything. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to propel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.