Coastal Chic Cottage with pool - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 3
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Cottage

"One Oar Missing" is a brand new, coastal chic designed bungalow set within a handsomely landscaped yard in a private setting with pool and fire pit. 15 mins. from Topsail Beach and downtown. Cottage is 400 sf and features include queen size bed, a enormous walk in shower in bathroom, sizable refrigerator, farmhouse sink, huge patio with sitting area and bistro dining table, charcoal grille (charcoal included). Pool toys and towels supplied. 4 person hot tub. We provide fresh flowers and a complimentary bottle of wine for your enjoyment. Celebrating a special occasion? We operate a florist and can provide you with fresh flowers, chocolates and champagne for your lived one!

The Porters Neck area of Wilmington (2 miles), features numerous fantastic eateries including Kornerstone Bistro, Italian Bistro, Si Senor (fresh Mexican), Cape Fear Seafood, Slice of Life Pizza, Tidewater Oyster Bar, K 38 Baia Grille and others. We are located adjacent to Historic Poplar Grove Plantation which features walking trails and ponds.

Feel complimentary to bring your best friend Fido to meet and play with our Chocolate Lab, Bailey. Bailey provides gourmet treats for her guests! Don't worry about bringing coffee. We provide an array of condiments such as sugar, creamer, spices and toiletries. Your hosts, Jim, Will and Bailey appreciate entertaining and frequently hosts outdoor cookouts and dinner events! We will inform you of the dates in advance and you can decide if you would like to join us!

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this cottage is near the beach. Eagle Point Golf Club and Castle Bay Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mayfaire Town Center and The Cotton Exchange. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trask Coliseum or Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Our top Wilmington vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

When to visit Wilmington & When to book:

• Summertime is high season in the Carolina Beach area. Reserving a rental home in the Spring or Fall is a good way to save on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have deals for nearby shops and restaurants.

How to select the best vacation home in the Carolina Beach area:

• First and foremost, have your group commit to a vacation week and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Coastal Chic Cottage with pool has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach vacation rental search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property owner before you book the vacation home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you visiting for a single event? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or costs applied to your invoice.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Put the host's information in your smartphone.
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, note any problem areas upon check in. Speak to the property manager right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently 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 fine dining?
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Double-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent ratings to propel more bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.