Cheerful Coastal Cottage, Minutes to the Beaches - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 5 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome home to this coastal heaven! Roomy 4 bedroom home is freshly remodeled with all new furnishings throughout. It's clean, comfortable and cozy for families and friends. Centrally located in Wilmington, home to handsome beaches, fantastic eateries, Riverwalk, Airlie Gardens, Fort Fisher, Battleship NC, NC Aquarium and more! The ideal spot for family and friends, you will adore this private hideaway in Wilmington!
The space
Recently modernized and great location. Painless access to everything: Wrightsville Beach, downtown and UNCW are all 15 mins. away. Or head to Carolina & Kure beaches on your way to discover Ft. Fisher 30 mins. down the road along the Cape Fear River. Close to shopping, closest grocery store is 5 mins. away. Everything in the home is new. Simple check in with keypad entry. Includes a entirely equipped kitchen for a home cooked meal. 2 full baths with towels and basic toiletries supplied. Pack-N-Play supplied if necessary. Intelligent TVs in living room and 2 of the bedrooms, equipped with Netflix, Amazon Prime, HULU etc. Multiple Board games and even a ping pong table if you decide to stay back and have fun!
Guest access
Guests have full access and complete privacy inside the home. Instructions for access, check-in, checkout and directions to the home are included in the home manual on Airbnb. When checking out, please be sure all windows and doors are locked prior to your departure.
Other things to note
Guests do not have access to a closet in the primary bedroom, it's used as the owner's storage. Ring doorbell located at the front door and is recording when motion activated. Laundry is located in the garage.

**Please note we have a no animals policy! We some times make considerations for guests with animals but unless previously discussed we do charge a $300 non-returnable animal fee for guests who bring animals without our knowledge!

We EXPLICITLY DO NOT allow animals to be left unattended at any point in time during your stay and must be supervised and under the control of their handler at all times even when crated or kenneled they are not to be left alone in the home!

We do allow service animals but require advanced notice and that they not be left alone in the home and should always be under the control of their handler, kept off of the furnishings & beds, and any waste left in the yard, accidents in the home, damages to the home , damaged or stained, furnishings, floor, carpets, & linens, or excessive animal fur are the responsibility of the service animals handler and will incur charges that any guest who causes this issues would also incur! As hosts we strive to be accommodating to all of our guests and adhere to ADA guidelines!

*Please note, listing amenities may change or be un-available from time to time. Occasionally things break, wear out, or need to be replaced. We will not refund money if a simple luxury is not available at the time of your stay or due to a last min. issue. If there is a specific conveniences that you need or are booking the home for, please ask at booking. We will do everything we can to accommodate you.

About the Area

Wilmington is home to this vacation home. Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and Cape Fear Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House. New Hanover County Arboretum and Cape Fear Paddleboarding are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to find the best vacation rental experience:

Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked early. Reserving your rental property six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Booking in Fall or Spring months is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. 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, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Some property managers offer discounts for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Many rental management companies supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guides which include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose and book your prefectrental home:

• Choose vacation dates and max budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Cheerful Coastal Cottage, Minutes to the Beaches has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property owner before booking the home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You will need to work out which bed configuration is best for your family.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

During your stay:

• Get the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your holiday.
• At Check-in, document any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors bothering your quiet neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to inspire new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.