Ebb Tide: Spectacular Bayfront View At Sunset Beach, NC! - Vacation rental home in Sunset Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Unsurpassed bay view! Walk to the beach in less than 3 mins..

What makes this beach home stand out from the others?
This bay front residence features a rare ‘down the bay’ view unlike most other bay homes on the island which have vistas across the bay. Vistas are particularly striking at sunrise and moonrise when light from the sun or moon shimmers on the water. Scenic vistas available from the screened porch, sun deck or crow’s nest include the bay, Tubbs Inlet, the marsh and Intracoastal Waterway. From the crow's nest you can savor amazing sunsets. Our east facing, bay view screened porch, which spans the full width of the home, receives early morning sun and is protected from stronger afternoon rays, making it an ideal place to appreciate your morning coffee or an evening drink after a day spent on the beach, site seeing, shopping or playing golf. Also viewable from the screened porch, is a huge undeveloped tract of land just purchased by the Town Of Sunset Beach, to be preserved as a park. Access to the beach is simple, and you will have your toes in the sand/surf after a short 5 min. walk. Our home is thoroughly cleaned and cared for every week.

Fabulous 'end of the bay' location provides superb opportunities for nature watching. Abundant wildlife can been observed all year long with deer, grackles, pelicans, terns, gulls, egrets, herons, merganzers and kingfishers to name a few. Watch baitfish, shrimp and mullet jump in the bay along with drum, trout and blue crabs. Bring your camera!

Sunset Beach NC was named one of 21 Finest Beaches in the World by National Geographic!

Accommodations:
This 4 bedroom/3 bath home is equipped with 2 kings (both on main floor), 2 queens and 2 twins (all on upper level, with Q and T in each of 2 rooms). All beds come included with pillows and quilts. Mattress and pillow covers are changed at each rental. Laundry room with washer and dryer located on main floor. Bed and bathing linens are responsibility of guests. If linens and/or bathing linen units are desired, you can reserve in advance at aabeachlinenservice.com, juliesrentals.com, carelinenservice.com or angieslinenservice.com.

Dining:
Chefs will delight preparing meals in this well-equipped kitchen’s open space floor plan, with bay view. Kitchen includes granite countertops, tile backsplash, range, dishwasher, microwave, Keurig Duo coffee maker, toaster, blender. Parties of 10 can effortlessly be seated at the dining table (6 chairs) and bar (4 stools).

Indoor amenities:
Wifi, 3 Intelligent TVs (supplied with YouTubeTV access), 2 DVD players, DVDs, games, and tons of books are some of the items you’ll find at Ebb Tide.

Outdoor amenities:
A floating dock accepts painless access to the bay for kayaking, fishing and crabbing. Careful timing accepts modest boat/kayak access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic from the floating dock (note that boating access is not possible during low tide periods). For boat or jet ski owning guests, there is a non tide-dependent state boat ramp located on the mainland beneath the Sunset Beach Bridge.

We have installed a permanent charcoal grille downstairs on the bay for ease in outdoor meal preparation. Cozy seating for 3 – 4 people available close by accepts for dinner prep conversations with the prepare. Also located outside is an enclosed shower, utility sink, fish sink and storage closet. Dual driveway lanes allow both exposed and covered (beneath home) parking.

The beach is only a 3 min. walk where adventurers can then roam from Tubbs Inlet to Little River Inlet, including Bird Island Reserve.

Check-in time is 4PM and check-out is 10AM (Saturday-to-Saturday only). A reservation fee of half the weekly rate will hold your reservation with the balance due 30 days ahead of your arrival. A $300 returnable damage deposit is also required with your final payment. Cancellation policy: Full refund >60 days prior to check-in, 50% refund 59 - 30 days prior to check-in.

Taxes, post rental cleaning and security deposit are additional to rental fee. No smoking. No family pets. No home events. This beach home is managed directly by the owners and does not involve any third event realty etc.

Trash (green bin) pick-up at street Wednesday & Saturday, recycling (blue bin) Saturday only. Bins must be placed at street Friday nighttime to ensure your trash is not left for the next guest.

About the Area

Located in Sunset Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve and Heritage Shores Nature Preserve, while Sunset River Marketplace and Museum of Coastal Carolina are cultural highlights. Ingram Planetarium and Tribal Island are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Getting the best vacation property experience:

When to reserve a Wilmington, NC rental home & When to go:

• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To find the largest vacation home for your budget, we highly recommend booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Wilmington, NC attractions. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites often offer guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guides contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to choose and book the right Wilmington, NC vacation home:

• Start by having your group agree to dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group requires. Ebb Tide: Spectacular Bayfront View At Sunset Beach, NC! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property manager before booking the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC beach you are enamored with, search for properties that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.

Know before you go:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect your property!
• During arrival, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to inspire new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.