St James Vacation Condo\/TH Rental - Southport NC - Cottage Retreat - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1768 square feet

St James - Southport NC - Vacation or extended stay condo rental. The Cottages at Golf Cottage Drive, Player’s Golf Club, vacation or extended stay condo/townhouse.

Stunning and cavernous, yes very roomy well maintained 2 bedroom/3 bathroom condo/townhouse located directly adjacent to the St. James Player's Golf Course club home, “Cottage Retreat” is well appointed for you and awaiting your arrival for that reposeful stay that you well deserve.

Tastefully decorated. Our home is entirely supplied with everything you need and more.
Open floor plan on ground floor, with master bedroom and 1 guest bedroom along with a second room with a Murphy Bed serving as either an office or supplemental bedroom, our home will even accommodate up to two cars with an incorporated parking garage.
Upon entering this 1,768 square-foot home, you will pass through the entryway and be able to value the open floor plan enhanced by vaulted ceilings. The spacious expanse integrates the open kitchen, dining room and living room areas.
Once inside, you will recognize how comfortable and calming the home is, with very tasteful original art décor and a floorplan that accepts simple access to each of the peripheral rooms.

The extensively equipped kitchen, complete with both a Krups and Keurig coffee maker will make you feel right at home as you arrange to prepare your favorite meals and beverages.

For comfort, sink into the plush couch or recliner in the living area and savor watching your favorite shows on the flat screen TV. There are additionally two other sets where you may watch TV, one in each bedroom. We do offer Netflix and Amazon Prime.

Apart from the master bedroom, all windows treatments are plantation blind style accepting you to set the daylight intensity to your liking. The master bedroom benefits of four room darkening Roman shades as well as a room darkening track suspended curtain. This arrangement comes in handy as the sun rises on that side of the residence. The twin bed guest room provides two X/L beds that can be combined into a king bed. The third room includes a full-size Murphy bed and the new sectional couch in the living area has a pullout queen size bed. All bedrooms each have their own bathroom. The residence also includes a laundry area positioned between the kitchen and the garage.

Nearby beaches: Popular destinations include Caswell Beach. There is a public parking lot that can hold up to 35 cars. In addition, the western end of Oak Island provides two places for public beach access at The Point Beach. One is at the end of West Beach Drive. The other is at the end of King’s Lynn Drive. Both offer a breathtaking natural look and will leave you with a sizable amount of area in which to settle down for the day. Please Note: The St James Oak Island Beach Club does not allow parking lot use without an RFID tag. You may certainly use the beach when accompanied by a member or if you happen to locate available parking on adjacent streets. There are a restricted number of parking spots on 72nd street itself, if you locate one you can walk straight out to the beach. We will furnish a map of proximate parking to our tenants. Some of those spots are limited to Oak Island residents by permit only. IN SEASON: The remainder of parking is pay per use beginning April 1 and ending September 30. Please visit oakislandnc.gov/residents-visitors/parking-information to learn more. There is an hourly, daily and weekly fee structure.

Whatever the case may be, we recommend getting to the beach early in the day during the season or even later in the afternoon. Oak Island is a trendy destination and car parking is limited.

Golf: In the vicinity of St James there are many golf courses including but not limited to Cape Fear National, The Thistle, Sandpiper Bay and Carolina National Golf Club. Twenty mins. away on Oak Island you can golf the Oak Island Golf Club, it’s a great layout and can be very challenging played from the tips. Many of these courses allow online booking of tee times well in advance of your trip.

Vacation Rental By Owner will quote a discount for 7 days or more based on the total number of days multiplied by the daily discount. Longer term units of 28 days or more may be arranged solely through the owner. Please feel complimentary to contact us for details. My contact number can also be found in the Notes section.

Cottage Retreat has had some guests stay for longer periods and have taken advantage of the 90 day or more lease option that accepts our golf membership transfer and even choice of tier level. Please contact us directly for this option as we cannot book it through Vacation Rental By Owner. The Clubs at St James have a great flexible plan to accommodate tenants.

St. James is a peaceful gated community located north of Oak Island just across from the intracoastal waterway. It features of 81 holes of private golf for all levels of play. The Members Club, The Founders Club and The Players Club will accept tee times in advance to those that wish to play that have been approved by us, the members. Please note that this policy changes from time to time depending on the availability of tee times. The Clubs at St James is owned by Troon Golf, if you happen to be a Troon member other options may be available to you. A marina, parks and open space areas are available for your enjoyment. “Cottage Retreat” is about 35 mins. south of Wilmington, 15 mins. from the Oak Island beach area and 20 mins. from downtown Southport.

The area is very well served with food, eateries, sun and fun. Have a great vacation!!

Note:

Towels and linens are included but we do not supply bath soaps and kitchen spices. Kids welcome but ABSOLUTELY no family pets please.
For a preview of area accommodations and prices copy link and browse the area: https://www.southportcondorentals.com. Or you can simply yahoo or bing southport condo units. We periodically update our site to reflect changes and new areas for services in Southport and the surrounding area.

We especially accommodate and work closely with those that need special scheduling of time when they are either building new homes at St. James or simply discovering the area during longer stay.

About the Area

Located in St. James, this condo is next to a golf course. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Oak Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Caswell Beach. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. With kayaking, fishing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips for getting the perfect vacation home experience:

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

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Summer is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Booking in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book 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 on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guides that include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to choose and book a perfectrental home:

• Select dates and budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. St James Vacation Condo\/TH Rental - Southport NC - Cottage Retreat has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property owner before you book the rental. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about pet restrictions before booking.
• If there's a specific Wilmington, NC destination you crave, keep an eye out for properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips for your stay:

• Add the owner's contact info to your smartphone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few concerns.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're gone! Don't let burglars ruin your vacation.
• Make a record of any damages to the property at check in, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a fantastic source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• 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 out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to inspire future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation 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.