Cozy Cottage: Minutes to Downtown Southport! - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 1 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 450 square feet

Take in the crisp morning air as you sip your morning coffee on the front porch of this classic 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental. Surrounded by lush greenery and offering simple access to multiple waterfront activities at Cape Fear River, this Southport tiny home invites you to discover the best of North Carolina with ease. Appreciate a day of fishing, swimming, and boating before heading back to rinse off. Grab a cold drink, fire up the grille, and savor a fun-filled nighttime at this coastal bungalow.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Updated Interior | Free WiFi | ~27 Mi to Downtown Wilmington | 2-Story Tiny Home

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Couch

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered balcony w/ seating area, covered front porch, rocking chairs, porch swing, patio w/ seating area, gas grille
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, microwave, cooking basics, toaster, coffee maker, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: Intelligent TV, board games, books, open floor plan, sliding glass doors
GENERAL: Linens, towels, washer & dryer, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, iron/board
FAQ: Stairs required to access, homeowner on-site (separate unit)
PARKING: Driveway (2 cars)

-- THE LOCATION --

SUN + SAND: Waterfront Park (3 miles), Dutchman Creek Park (4 miles), Oak Island Pier (6 miles), Caswell Beach Access (7 miles), Middleton Park (7 miles), Long Beach (8 miles)
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Southport (3 miles), North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport (3 miles), Oak Island Lighthouse (8 miles), Museum of the Bizarre (27 miles), Downtown Wilmington (27 miles), The Swamp Park Zip Line and ATV Center (28 miles)
TEE OFF: Oak Island Golf Club (6 miles), Founders Club (7 miles), Oak Island Jungle Golf (7 miles), Carolina National Golf Club (14 miles)
AIRPORTS: Wilmington International Airport (30 miles), Myrtle Beach International Airport (68 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No family pets allowed
- No events, events, or sizable 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 property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in the completely separate main home, and may be present during your stay

About the Area

Located in Southport, this cottage is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport 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

Pets not allowed

Wilmington, NC vacation rental home tips:

Finding the best rental home value:

• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Booking in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guides contain offers and deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking the rightrental:

• Begin by selecting the best vacation week and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family needs. Cozy Cottage: Minutes to Downtown Southport! has 1 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking websites. If not, contact the host before reserving the property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what is suitable for your group.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or may be applied to your contract.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking.

More considerations:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many concerns.
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Upon check-in, make note of any damages to the property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Property owners rely on great ratings to stimulate future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.