Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1525 square feet

Feel Southport's southern appeal from 'The Tree House,' a 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental! With a cavernous layout and amenities like a full kitchen, the home effortlessly accommodates a family or multiple couples traveling together. Spend your days fishing on Southport Fishing Pier, sunbathing on the shore of Bald Head Island or Casewell Beach, and exploring the North Carolina Aquarium! Come evening, feast al fresco on the fenced patio with towering live oak trees providing the ideal setting.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Boat Trailer Parking | Dog-Friendly with Fee | 1,525 Sq Ft

With many amenities and a prime location, this comfortable bungalow-like home is ideal for avid anglers, beachgoers or just a close-knit group looking to experience Southport's peaceful streets, waterfront, and southern way of life!

Bedroom 1 (Loft): King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor fire pit w/ seating, fenced-in brick patio w/ outdoor dining table, furnished front patio, gas grille
KITCHEN: Totally equipped, drip coffeemaker, microwave, dishwasher, spices, full knife set, essentials like paper towels and soap, 4-person bar
INDOOR LIVING: 2 flat-screen TVs, throw blankets, picnic-style dining table
BEDROOM SUITE: Private living area w/ flat-screen TV, en-suite bathroom w/ claw-foot tub
GENERAL: In-unit washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, complimentary WiFi, ceiling fans, per-room air conditioning, electric heating
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level home, 3 steps to enter, bedrooms & bathrooms on upper levels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, max 2)
PARKING: Off-street parking (3 cars or 2 cars and 1 boat trailer)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Franklin Square Gallery (0.3 miles), North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport (0.5 miles), Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room (0.5 miles), Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center (0.7 miles), Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum (7.5 miles), Oak Island Lighthouse (9.0 miles), Fort Caswell (9.8 miles)
BOAT RENTALS: Southport Boat Units (0.7 miles), North Carolina Boat Units (0.8 miles), Southport Marina (0.8 miles)
FISHING: Get Reel Fishing Charters (0.2 miles), Southport Fishing Pier and Riverwalk (0.6 miles), Yeah Right Charters (5.2 miles), Oak Island Fishing Charters (12.3 miles)
BEACHES: Caswell Beach (8.0 miles), Bald Head Island accessible via ferry (8.7 miles), Oak Island (12.1 miles)
RESTAURANTS: Loco Jo's Bar & Grille (500 feet), Oliver's on the Cape Fear (0.7 miles), Provision Company (0.8 miles), Old American Fish Co (0.8 miles), Frying Pan (0.8 miles), Flava's Ice Cream Shop (0.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Wilmington International Airport (31.9 miles), Myrtle Beach International Airport (66.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog-friendly with $100 fee (+ costs & taxes, max of 2 allowed)
- No events, events or huge gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This multi-level home requires 3 exterior steps to enter. Additional interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms and bathrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors

About the Area

Southport is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

How to book the best vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To find the best rental within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines have discounts for nearby shops and restaurants.

Choosing and booking your Wilmington, NC vacation home:

• Begin by choosing a vacation week and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often accessible online. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some properties allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Document any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are beneficial if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your life at home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your trip.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a fantastic stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.