Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 5200 square feet

This handsome 5 bedroom/4.5 baths home has plenty of space for the enormous family/ get to gether. Located directly on the Sound, this home provides spectacular vistas in the morning while appreciating breakfast on the sizable deck while watching dolphins swim by or have drinks on the deck watching a phenomenal sunset in the evening. This home has 3 master king size bedrooms each with its own private bath and two twin size bedrooms, each featuring 2 twin beds and sharing one bathroom. In addition to the cavernous home, visitors will also benefit from private the deepwater dock with room for 2 boats. It is only a block to the ocean & the white powder sand of this unspoiled5 mile long Beach. Although you are only 3 miles from shopping, eateries, etc. you will hate to leave the island life.
This home will be a favorite of any one who loves the water & all types of water sports & activities. Boating, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Fishing & crabbing are all possible from the dock & just a short block away is the ocean for surfing, wind surfing, surf fishing or just calming & reading a book or enjoying the marvelous unspoiled beach with its white sandy beach.

Very well equipped home/ kitchen. Double ovens, down draft prepare top, stainless steal side by side refrigerator, triple sink, with RO water for drinking. There is a bar area close to the living room with a sink, modest refrigerator & ice maker.

Exclusive Private Island! Figure Eight Island is one of North Carolina's best kept secrets. This private island located on the Atlantic Ocean remains untouched by modern commercialization. A Gate House and a swing drawbridge limited access to assure a private and relaxing vacation. Visitors have access to the beach, boat ramps, bicycles, and tennis courts. This is a great place for golf, fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities. Historic Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach are located just up the street where the arts flourish and the nighttime life has some pizzazz. There are local museums showcasing the history of the coast. Eateries offer cuisine known and appreciated world wide. Feel the beauty, tranquility and laid back ambiance which will create memories of your vacation heaven.

Figure 8 Island is a impressive coastal community, but visitors from Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York are excited to find out that it can be reached in the same amount of travel time as the fashionable Outer Banks region and Figure 8 doesn't have the in season hordes. The climate is considerably warmer in the spring, fall, and winter, providing a better environment for year-round golf, tennis, and other trendy outdoor activities with fewer hordes.

Keywords: beach home, sound front, boat dock

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Eagle Point Golf Club and Olde Point Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park. Cape Fear Paddleboarding and Aussie Island Surf Shop are also worth visiting. 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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Strategies for getting the perfect Wilmington vacation property experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in Wilmington. To find the best value, change your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. 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 the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property management companies typically offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach 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 visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain discounts for nearby accommodations and attractions.

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

• Choose vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible online. If not, reach out to the property manager before reserving the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is right for your trip.
• If your family is bringing pets, search for a pet-friendly rental. Request details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More considerations:

• Add the owner's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would back home.
• To make certain damages aren't linked to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during check in. Speak to the property manager right away to record your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers bothering your peace. Use the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would've not otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, remember to take video of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a excellent stay? Most rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.