Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Birdsong Cottage is set back behind the 114 W. West St main home and accessed through a side garden gate and path.

The bungalow is attractively located in the heart of historic Southport - a short walking distance to all of the cozy antique stores, chic stores, and laid-back riverfront seafood eateries and bars.

The Oak Island Beaches are 10 mins. away. Bald Head Island and the beaches of Pleasure Island: Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Fort Fisher are just a 20 min. ferry ride from Southport. The ferry is 6 mins. from the bungalow.

About the Area

Located in Southport, this vacation home is in a walkable area with good shopping. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

How to get the best value:

• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
• Summertime is high season in Southport. Book your vacation in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites often offer guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach area magazine upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guides contain discounts for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Selecting the best rental home in Southport:

• Start by choosing vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration you need. Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally accessible online. If they are not listed, call the host before reserving your home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is right for your group.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, search for a rental that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking.

Tips for your stay:

• Add the host's information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you're out! Don't let crooks ruin your holiday.
• During arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings at departure. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a terrific vacation? Many rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.