Newly renovated Villas minutes from the beach and historic Southport - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Villa

Stay and relax at Club villas- 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, living room, dining room table (seats 6), completely equipped kitchen and screened in porch will make your stay comfortable and as calming as you want it to be.

There is an inviting swimming pool right outside the door of the villa. There are miles of pretty walking and cycling trails within the community of St James. Also within the confines of this gated community you will find a park and playground located near the marina.

There is a Beach Club on Oak Island where you can swim in the ocean or pool. Bathrooms are available. Located directly across the parking lot from the Hale Erwin Signature course, on the nature preserve side, the villa offers relaxing vistas from nearly every room, as well as the patio. Appreciate a cup of coffee in the morning while looking out over the serene back yard area, edged with enormous shade trees, and visited often by neighboring wildlife. Located among it's lush surroundings, St. James Plantation is also the home of four Championship courses, designed by legends Nicklaus Design, P.B. Dye, Hale Erwin, and Tim Cate, featuring 81-holes of golfing perfection.

Later in the afternoon, you might appreciate an outing at one of the plantation's sizable breathtaking parks, or take advantage of the 36+ miles of lush walking and cycling trails. Go for a swim at the club pool within walking distance from our villa, or take a short drive down to the Beach Club, "St. James By the Sea" located at close by Oak Island. Pack a picnic and dine while you're there, as you watch the sun set over the ocean.

If adventure is more your thing, why not head over to Oak Island and tour the lighthouse there, or take a striking ferry ride from Deep Point Marina over to Bald Head Island and climb the "Old Baldy" lighthouse for yourself. Savor breath-taking vistas of the entire island from the top! Or you can discover the island by foot, bicycle, or by golf cart, the uniquely standard methods of travel on the island.

If you prefer a more calming evening, take a walk along the cozy stores of Historic Southport. Visit the Christmas House. Dine at the famed Provision Company or Fishy Fishy Café, which was featured in the Nicholas Sparks movie, "Safehaven". Then grab an ice cream cone and relax on a swing along the shoreline of Southport Pier and Riverwalk, as you watch the ships go by.

About the Area

Located in St. James, this villa is next to a golf course and on a river. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, motor boating, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the very best vacation home experience:

Getting the most from your budget:

• To get the best value, shift your trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines contain deals for local tours and attractions.

How to choose and book the rightvacation home:

• Select a group lead, choose your dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Newly renovated Villas minutes from the beach and historic Southport has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible online. If you don't see them listed, call the property manager before reserving the property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out what bed configuration is right for your family.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach destination you are enamored with, search for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or costs could be applied to your invoice.

More tips for your visit:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the directions to your smartphone.
• Record any damages to the rental at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental a final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to compel future bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.