Newly renovated Villas minutes from the beach and historic Southport - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Villa

Stay and relax at Club villas- 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, living room, dining room table (seats 6), completely equipped kitchen and screened in porch will make your stay comfortable and as calming as you want it to be.

There is an inviting swimming pool right outside the door of the villa. There are miles of handsome walking and cycling trails within the community of St James. Also within the confines of this gated community you will find a park and playground located near the marina.

There is a Beach Club on Oak Island where you can swim in the ocean or pool. Bathrooms are available. Located directly across the parking lot from the Hale Erwin Signature course, on the nature preserve side, the villa offers relaxing vistas from nearly every room, as well as the patio. Savor a cup of coffee in the morning while looking out over the serene back yard area, edged with enormous shade trees, and visited often by neighboring wildlife. Located among it's lush surroundings, St. James Plantation is also the home of four Championship courses, designed by legends Nicklaus Design, P.B. Dye, Hale Erwin, and Tim Cate, featuring 81-holes of golfing perfection.

Later in the afternoon, you might appreciate an outing at one of the plantation's huge spectacular parks, or take advantage of the 36+ miles of lush walking and cycling trails. Go for a swim at the club pool within walking distance from our villa, or take a short drive down to the Beach Club, "St. James By the Sea" located at close by Oak Island. Pack a picnic and dine while you're there, as you watch the sun set over the ocean.

If adventure is more your thing, why not head over to Oak Island and tour the lighthouse there, or take a grand ferry ride from Deep Point Marina over to Bald Head Island and climb the "Old Baldy" lighthouse for yourself. Appreciate breath-taking vistas of the entire island from the top! Or you can discover the island by foot, bicycle, or by golf cart, the uniquely standard methods of travel on the island.

If you prefer a more relaxing evening, take a walk along the cozy stores of Historic Southport. Visit the Christmas House. Dine at the famed Provision Company or Fishy Fishy Café, which was featured in the Nicholas Sparks movie, "Safehaven". Then grab an ice cream cone and relax on a swing along the shoreline of Southport Pier and Riverwalk, as you watch the ships go by.

About the Area

Located in St. James, this villa is next to a golf course and on a river. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, motor boating, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

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Money saving strategies:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
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• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email the property management company before you book the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out what is right for your vacation group.
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Have a great stay:

• Add the owner's contact info to your phone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect your property!
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your visit, make note of any problem areas during arrival. text the host right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and attractions you would've not otherwise known about!
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• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a fantastic stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.