DOCK + Steps From the Ocean! - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3300 square feet

Located between the intracoastal waterway and the Atlantic ocean in cozy Wrightsville Beach, is Boater's Haven! Savor sunsets over the waterway and sunrises over the Atlantic just steps from your front door on Wrightsville Beach. Conveniently walkable to eateries, coffee stores, Roberts Grocery, and shopping and located just a few blocks from Johnny Mercers Pier! Get the best of both worlds when you want to step away and savor the peaceful of the waterway while still being close to all that Wrightsville Beach has to offer!

Our 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home features an broad living area for guests to gather, cavernous decks on every level, a fenced yard, and even a beach area along the waterway. We provide a completely equipped kitchen with everything you need for hosting families or bigger groups. Guests can appreciate full dock access and access to the boat lift.

Linen service is supplied in the cleaning cost. In addition to sheets, we provide fresh bath towels, bath mats, and beach towels with each stay!

Occupancy: Up to 13
Linens Configuration: 2 King, 2 Queen, 4 Twin (2 Single, 2 Trundle)
Parking: Assigned parking for 2 cars in paved driveway and garage
Pet Policy: Family Animals are allowed with payment of $100 pet fee (up to 2 dogs under 50 lbs)

Check in is at 4 PM and Check out is at 10 AM. We do not offer early check ins or late check outs during the high season. Use of boat lift requires security deposit.

About the Area

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Aussie Island Surf Shop and Cape Fear Paddleboarding are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Wrightsville Beach vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

How to get the best rental value:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Booking in Spring or Fall is an excellent way to save on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Property management companies sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines contain deals for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Selecting and booking a perfect Carolina Beach rental home:

• Choose dates and max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. DOCK + Steps From the Ocean! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the host before reserving the rental. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Get information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• If there's a specific Carolina Beach destination you are enamored with, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking

Some things to know before you go:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many difficulties.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• During check-in, document any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers bothering your peaceful home. Practice the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Double-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to stimulate more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.