3-Br 2-Bath Family n Dogs Waterfront-24’ Deep H2O Boat Slip -ICW Access Sleeps 8 - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1300 square feet

Welcome to Serenity by Pages Creek located on the pristine and calming waters of Pages Creek with ICW and Figure Eight Island vistas!

Whether a business trip, or a comforting waterfront vacation brings you to the Wilmington Wrightsville Beach area, this 3-bedroom 2-bath home offers you a calming home away from home getaway. The open spaciousness of Serenity can accommodate a couple or bigger group of family or friends. Appreciate the roomy acre lot as well as the gorgeous vistas overlooking Pages Creek and the ICW as you view the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Use the binoculars to watch the plethora of wildlife and an occasional porpoise leisurely swimming by the dock. You can be as active as you want or simply sit back and savor your "ah ha moment" while you completely recharge. Serenity is the ideal private getaway for family and friends to gather!!!!

Driving under the carport, you will feel the tranquility and serenity begin to envelope you. Opening the door into the well appointed living area, you immediately become bathed in the natural light and vistas from the open floorplan. With ample seating and dining options, appreciate the togetherness while listening to music, playing games or dining.

Backing up to Pages Creek and the ICW, near Figure Eight Island, savor the peaceful star lite evenings or the birds welcoming the morning while you savor your drink of choice on the multiple decks.
Make family memories while preparing s'mores over the wood burning firepit or simply cuddling on the swing or gliders as you listen to the crackling wood.

*** KEY FEATURES:
* Roomy home with an open floorplan in the living area.
* Totally equipped kitchen with all major appliances as well as modest appliances.
* 3 Bedroom/ 2 Bathroom
* 1 Bedroom with a king bed, 1 bedroom with a queen bed, 1 bedroom with a twin bed and adult weight bunk bed and a Luonto sleeper couch (1 twin bed or 1 king bed - located in the gathering room)
* In all bedrooms - Televisions, white noise machine, room darkening shades, hangers)
* Boat trailer parking on site and a BIG YARD!
* Close to downtown Wilmington, Airport, UNCW, and beaches.
* Desk area available w/ an adjustable chair
* Linens and towels included.
* Boat slip supplied and 24 hr. direct H20 access.
Page's Creek view ICW n Figure 8 Island as you deck sit, boat, kayak, paddleboard, tube, swim, fish, or crab
At the gazebo, you will find a freshwater fish scaling station, cold-water shower benches, captain chairs, hose to rinse your boat electric outlet and nighttime lights.
We will always strive to provide all amenities listed, but sometimes things are out of our control.

***INSIDE ACCOMMODATIONS:
*KITCHEN:
The kitchen is entirely equipped with all appliances and cooking silverware to prepare your home-cooked feast. Gather around the kitchen bar or set up the card table or lift coffee table for indoor dining or puzzles. Child height fold open table, and two wooden chairs are in the twin bedroom.

*LIVING ROOM:
The cavernous open floor plan enables you to enjoy the water view while inside. (Swivel rocking recliner, upsized sleeper couch. (76 x 80 bed) swivel chair, bench) There are books, games, high speed WIFI, as well as, Router, USB Chargers, Intelligent Tv and Sonos speakers. Tv and Sonos surround sound activates when you use the Remote. Light fob to use with recliner light is also available.

*BEDROOMS:
Private bedrooms fit for royalty - Sleeps 7 privately - All bedrooms include a intelligent TV, fan, hangers, bags rack or bench, USB chargers, bed linens, white noise machine, room darkening shades and blankets (SEASONAL).
Bedroom 1: Down 3-steps with handrail, En-suite with 42 x 42 shower, Dog door access, Commode area, King bed (72 x 80)
Bedroom 2: Water view queen bed. (60 x 80) A modest mirror accepts relaxing vistas of the water while you work at your workspace.
Bedroom 3: Twin and an adult wt. bunk bed, games and toys, additional sheets and waterproof bed cover, kid height table with 2-chairs

*BATHROOMS:
Medicine kits and hair dryers are in each bathroom
Tub shower combo in the second bathroom. The medicine cabinet has an assortment of forgotten personal items
En-suite: 42x42 Shower, dog feeder, dog door access to fenced in yard with motion lights

* LAUNDRY: Washer n dryer (preset controls), iron and board, Dog basket and gate, Xtra folding chairs, safe, beverage cooler, Cuisinart freezer ice cream maker, crockpot, fire pit tools

***OUTSIDE AMENITIES and ACTIVITIES:
*BOAT, - DOCK INFORMATION:
At Serenity, you have access to a pier, w/ a long boardwalk lit by solar lights, handrails, and a suspended deck. The deck has a gazebo with bench seating, captain chairs, a freshwater rinse off shower, and a fish scaling station as well as a floating dock, swim ladder and your 22' boat slip. Savor the colors of the sunrise and sunset while sitting on the decks or by the wood-burning fire pit. Watch the boats as they travel North and South on the ICW. Watch the tide clock (30 mins. behind Wrightsville Beach) and always use the buddy system as this is a tidal creek with current and no lifeguard is on duty. Four adult Life jackets are on the suspended deck.
The dock location accepts direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) (photo illustrating boat directions).
The owners will have three boats moored on the four boats floating dock, please do not access or remove items - nonetheless, there is ample room for swimming and water activities including your dock space.
Friends may access their boat but will never impose.
Do not enter the left side of the dock as the oyster beds are protected by CAMA so always wear swim shoes. These oysters cannot be harvested as they help keep the water pristine.
Personal powerboat rental and other water toys are available from Chris and Terri at close by Entropy Boat Units. Location is highlighted on the directional water map and the indoor aerial photo

*DECK, PATIO, AND CARPORT:
The home deck gives you a true outdoor respite where you can fire up a gas grille on the deck. You will find essentials needed under and beside the grilles. Enjoy your outdoor dining at the POLYWOOD TABLE with six chairs. While you await your dinner, watch, and listen to the birds as they serenade you with their songs of contentment. If you enjoy their songs of gratitude, please keep the feeders and birdbath full. Bird food is in the white container on the deck. Please tightly reseal the container lid or it will attract rodents. The cooler to fill their birdbath is on the deck. They will flutter with happiness especially in the winter months.
*The carport is located beside the home which accepts entrance to the kitchen as well as water view seating and a dart board and a charcoal grille.

*DOGS WELCOME:
For your dog(s), we have an open weave fenced-in yard (20 x 50) with motion lights, dog door access into ensuite as well as bowls. We require the non-returnable dog fee as well as a text copy of current rabies shot and flea and tick preventative documentation. We may consider more than one dog with all requirements above being met. Certain breeds may be restricted. North Carolina leash laws do apply. When outside, please abide by these laws and always keep your dog on a leash. Unless your inquiry states that there is a dog(s), and I have agreed and received the required documents and payment, the contract will be a No Dog(s) Accepted Contract. By the dog door, you will find poop scoops and poop bags are in their toy basket in the laundry room pantry.

*THINGS TO DO:
Enjoy all water-related activities (Photos), swimming (tides), fishing, and crabbing from the dock. You can also bird watch, walk, bicycle n jog, read a book or simply inhale total relaxation.
The outdoor toy container is located beside the carport. .
The grounds offer room to set up the corn hole, badminton set, lawn darts, Kam jam/ play with the assortment of balls that are supplied for your enjoyment. Regulation Corn Hole is under the shed. Bags are under the front deck table. Please return these items to their containers prior to your departure.
Dock cart is also in this area as well as other items are under the shed.
The backlot accepts ample room to maneuver n park your boat trailer or fly a kite. No tight quarters at Serenity.

***EXTENDED STAYS are welcome during off-season. Additional costs are associated with stays over 28 days.

HOME RULES:
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
***NON-SMOKING ONLY: Thank You! There will be a fine if cleaners determine indoor smoking at the property, if you smoke outside, please pick up your discarded cigarettes, dose in water and discard in the outside garbage can.
***Kids are Welcome: Ages 0-17
***Events: No events allowed
***Family Animals: Pets are allowed. More than one fur infant requires an additional sliding fee.
***Even if omitted Cleaner, PDP Ins and Dog Fees are due prior to access.
***PER STAY: We will allocate starter sets of toilet paper and paper towels


***LOCATION: (Google Map mileage)
Serenity is conveniently accessible to UNCW (6 miles)
Canady Marina < .5 mile must call to reserve access and pay access fee.
Wrightsville Beach boat ramp (7 miles),
Mayfair Towne Center, IMAX, shopping, eateries, and groceries (3 miles)
Downtown Wilmington Riverfront and the airport (10 miles), USS Battleship (12 miles), and only six nautical miles to Wrightsville Beach bridge and eateries, 1/2 to 1 nautical mile to Figure Eight Island Bridge, Mason's Inlet (northern tip of Wrightsville Beach - Shell Island Resort), Rich’s Inlet or Lea Island - barrier uninhabited island with cove swimming and Atlantic Beach access (Northern tip of Figure Eight Island)

* Bill and I enjoy hosting and sharing our home and this enchanting city with our guests!

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is on the beach. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Burgwin-Wright House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park. Traveling with kids? Consider New Hanover County Arboretum, or check out an event or a game at Trask Coliseum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips to get the best rental home experience:

When to book a Carolina Beach rental home & When to go:

• Summer is high season in the Carolina Beach area. Booking your Carolina Beach vacation rental in the Spring or Fall is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your vacation home six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guides have deals for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Planning, selecting, and booking the bestrental home:

• Begin by selecting your vacation dates and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. 3-Br 2-Bath Family n Dogs Waterfront-24’ Deep H2O Boat Slip -ICW Access Sleeps 8 has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property manager before you book the home. Remember that most 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.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a rental that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

Some things to know before you go:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• To ensure that damages are not attributed to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the property manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few concerns.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean 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.
• Did your group have a great vacation? Most rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.