Harbor Moon - 3 miles to Oak Island! - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1912 square feet

About this space

Cavernous private home in the impressive community of St. James with no stairs to contend with! Southport is a historic town by the sea with movie-set appeal! Just four miles from the main St. James Plantation entrance, downtown Southport is alive and bustling with the modest town feel that just makes you feel at home. Walk under a canopy of live oak trees more than 200 years old, walk thru the cozy stores, spend the day at Oak Island beach or take a boat ride down the Intracoastal Waterway!

The space
Ground floor end unit condo in HarborWalk within the gated St. James Plantation Community!

As you enter the condo the additional high ceilings welcome you to a entryway that leads one way to the kitchen/dining/living room/screened in porch and one primary bedroom with sizable attached bathroom including a separate shower, garden tub, private water closet and double sinks. As you enter the condo, if you bear the opposite direction you have access to the laundry room and the additional two bedrooms with their own full bathrooms with shower/tub combos (one of which has a door that leads to an outdoor open patio)! Bedrooms all have blackout cellular shades on windows.

This home is bright and handsome with a sea of windows letting in all the natural sunlight. Open, well outfitted full kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, adjoining breakfast area and cavernous great room. Sizable flat screen TV, card table, and indoor shuffle board table are just some of amenities for your entertainment! Appreciate outdoor living in your screened-in sun porch located off the great room and master bedroom. All 3 bedrooms (2 King beds and 1 Queen) have private baths, enormous closets, and ceiling fans. Located at the entrance of the HarborWalk subdivision is a pool with outdoor kitchen and supplied fishing pond complete with gazebo.

Guest access
You have access to all areas in your space with exception to the locked owners closets.

HarborWalk HOA coordinates all operations of outdoor seasonal pool. They do have the ability to close pool at anytime and this is not to be a reflection of the Host.

Located poolside are outdoor grilles for a safe outdoor kitchen experience.
Beach chairs and beach towels available for your use.
Board games, puzzles, and shuffleboard table for your enjoyment!
Boat slip may be arranged separately by contacting the St. James Marina located across the street from the Condo!

Other things to note
Each person is supplied one beach towel, one bath towel, and one wash cloth.
There are two available parking spots.

About the Area

St. James is home to this vacation home. Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Magic Mountain Fun Park and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to book the best Southport vacation rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the best value, consider shifting your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm weather, , and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites usually offer renters an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines contain deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select a designated group leader, select your vacation dates, and select a budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Harbor Moon - 3 miles to Oak Island! has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you reserve the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is suitable for your trip.
• If your family is bringing pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly property. Make sure to ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to find nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.

Some things to know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents lots of issues.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• To make certain damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, make a record of any problem areas when you arrive. Make contact with the host right away to report any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your experience find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.