Cotton's Cottage - Bullard Realty - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Cotton's Cottage-Bullard Realty
3 bedroom/2 bath
2nd Row, Great Ocean vistas! This adorable bungalow is centrally located in Carolina Beach just across the street from a wide beach access and the very trendy Tiki Hut adjacent to the oceanfront restaurant, Ocean Grille. Within painless walking distance to numerous eateries and n1/2 mile from the boardwalk, downtown and lake. This home has many amenities and is very attractively furnished. Downstairs are 2 bedrooms, with a Queen & a Double, crib & a full bath. Upstairs is a bedroom with 2 Doubles & a full bath, reading nook and a nice ocean view. Wifi and cable TV are furnished. . All bedrooms have a TV & living area has a 32" flat screen. Laundry room & gas grille are located on ground floor. Come and relax on the cavernous deck and catch the ocean breezes! Your dog is welcome also. PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PET AND PLEASE CLEAN THE GRILL AFTER USE. LINEN (TOWELS TOO) ARE PROVIDED WITH RENTAL.
Owner has modest 1 bedroom apt. downstairs with separate entrance that she uses sometimes.
Max Occupancy: 8 Guests must be 25 years or older or accompanied by a parent for duration of stay
Non Smoking: Smoking outside only and DO NOT LITTER THE YARD WITH BUTTS.
Pet Friendly: Dogs (only)
We require a 2 nighttime rental, 3 nights for Holidays and Sat-Sat in peak.

About the Area

Located on a river, this cottage is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tricks and tips to get the very best Wilmington, NC rental home experience:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in Carolina Beach. To find the best value, consider changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. 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? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitor guides contain discounts for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to choose the best vacation home:

• To start, have your group decide on trip dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Cotton's Cottage - Bullard Realty has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is commonly accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before you book your rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what is right for your group.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs might be applied to your agreement.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC beach you long to visit, keep an eye out for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the directions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many issues.
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• At Check-in, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything at check-out. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental a final time and look for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take photos of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to stimulate future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.