The Pet Friendly Port House - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Welcome to The Port House!

This comfortable pet and kid friendly home, in the heart of Wilmington is the ideal space for couples, families, and solo travelers alike. Spend time calming in the sand or appreciating Wilmington’s best eateries, stores, and attractions. The Port House is centrally located, with a short walk to EUE/Screen GEMS Studios, 5-min. drive to the airport and downtown, and 14-min. drive to Wrightsville Beach.

THE SPACE:

My entirely refreshed home features an spectacular beach feel, for family, friends, kids and Fur Babies!!! Each room is meticulously cleaned and made to let my guests feel like they are in the most relaxing environment.

The Master on suite features a king size bed with a walk in closet, and a bathroom with an exceptional walk-in shower to refresh you. There is also an Air Mattress in the closet with linen, if needed.

The 2nd guest room, a queen size bed, equipped with clean and pleasant linens. The closet comes completely outfitted with a beach bag, toys, chairs, and basic daily essentials.

The roomy living room, featuring a Roku TV, bathed in natural light that highlights every modern detail. The modern interior decor is cozy and ideal for relaxing. The couch is user-friendly and very convertible.

There is a special section dedicated to your family fun and family pets. I provide board games, leashes, animal toys, poop bags, bowls and treats! Pet beds are supplied, please use them.

A workspace with an office in the living room with Wi-Fi connection, accepting you to perform your tasks in an inspiring calm.

The open kitchen offering all amenities, and enjoying a simple but opulent design, along with a sophisticated and welcoming ambiance. There is also a mini beverage station in the corner with a menu of how to create your favorite drinks. (alcohol not supplied)

The patio accepts those relaxing vibes. Savor a nice fire, play some yard games or even grille up a ribeye steak. The possibilities are countless.

The side of the home features a nice foot washing station, to clean off that sand after a day at the beach

Finally the driveway can hold up to three cars, NO street parking please.

ACCESS:
Guest have access to the entire home, minus the attic and the shed, which are used for storage. You will find two cabinets that are locked, those are for my manager so please don't tamper with them.

OTHER NOTES:

FAMILY PETS: So when booking the number of guest please check the (traveling with pets) box. If you have more than 2 pets, please message me directly.

COFFEE: I supply a Keurig, k-kups and Mr. Coffee, but please bring your "desired" creamer and coffee grounds.

GRILL/FIRE: The fire pit and charcoal grille are on its own. So please purchase firewood and charcoal from the local Home Depot or Lowes if you wish to use the fire pit and/or charcoal grille.

About the Area

Princess Place, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Children's Museum of Wilmington and Wrightsville SUP. Carolina Heights and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

How to get the best vacation rental experience:

Finding your best deal:

• In the Wilmington, NC area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Summer is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Reserve your Wilmington, NC vacation in Fall or Spring to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your group qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guides contain deals for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Selecting and booking the bestvacation home:

• Choose vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. The Pet Friendly Port House has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you book the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly rental. Request details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

Additional considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Add a note with the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent many issues.
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would at home.
• To make certain that damages aren't linked to your stay, make note of any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the rental manager right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Just before checking out, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a fantastic vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable 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 review.