The Blue Dog Cottage - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1800 square feet

This 105 year old property once owned by the Swasey Family over a century ago has been completely refreshed and is ready for your next Southport vacation! This home features classic sophistication with tasteful touches of modern trends creating a warm and inviting ambiance that matches the vibe in Southport! Each detail with its own inspiration, you'll find something new and beautiful during each visit. The brick front steps that lead onto the covered front porch widen as if to say come on in and stay awhile. Inside the Captain's Watch entry greets you with a soaring ceiling filled with soft natural light finished with shiplap accents.

Pet Policy: Up to two well behaved dogs, $50/dog.
*3-Nighttime Minimum Stay*

About the Area

Southport is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Strategies to get the perfect Southport vacation home experience:

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

• Summer months are high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, change your family's Wilmington, NC trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, , and reduced traffic.
• The earlier you can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Booking your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property management companies frequently offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines contain offers and deals for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Planning and picking the right Wilmington, NC vacation home:

• Choose your vacation week and budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. The Blue Dog Cottage has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before you reserve your rental. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish what bed configuration is right for your group.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC beach you are crazy about, browse rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the owner about pet restrictions before booking.

More considerations:

• Get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home.
• To make sure damages are not linked to your stay, note any problem areas during check in. message the rental manager right away to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible source for finding the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.