Tranquil Tides Cottage 3 miles from the Beach - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 1100 square feet

Unwind in this comfortable bungalow located 3 miles from the ocean. Roomy
3 bedroom,2 bath home with opulent primary suite bathroom. Primary suite bathroom has a sizable shower with a teakwood bench, rain shower head and 6 inlaid jets for a calming spa experience without ever needing to leave the bungalow.
Tranquil Tides has a charming front porch to share stories and a privacy fenced backyard with a fire pit. This is the place where memories are made for a lifetime.
The space
My home is a safe space for all. I welcome guests of all races, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations.

The front porch welcomes each guest with its local artisan furnishings and ceiling fans for traditional southern hospitality.

Primary suite room has a huge king size bed with pillow top bed that welcomes you to appreciate a restful nights sleep or an afternoon cat nap. The primary suite bathroom has an antique barn door leading from the primary suite into a spa getaway that includes a rain shower head and inlaid jets.

Second bedroom has a queen size bed with a comfortable bed.

The third bedroom has a trundle bed with an upper twin bed bed and a lower twin bed bed.

The guest bathroom has new, white subway tile , a teakwood bench to savor a relaxing shower after a day at the beach.

Backyard has a 6 foot privacy fence and a fire pit to enjoy the stars!
Guest access
Access to entire home.
Other things to note
Please note, to ensure our home is disinfected between stays, we do use bleach products, alcohol based products to clean our home along with other products, depending on the surface that needs to be cleaned.

About the Area

Located in Southport, this cottage is by the sea. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Founders Club at St. James Plantation and Oak Island Golf Club. Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best Southport rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Southport. To find the largest rental within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes 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 happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to pick the best vacation rental in Southport:

• Choose dates and budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Tranquil Tides Cottage 3 miles from the Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is regularly available online. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out what configuration is optimal for your group.
• Does your family require particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you will need a rental that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

During your stay:

• We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Record any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are helpful if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Just before checking out, complete a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to inspire future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.