Vacation time! Spacious newly remodeled retreat with all the comforts to unwind. - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Centrally located in Wilmington on the beautiful Masonboro Sound. Savor a couple of day excursions, just a short 15 min. drive to Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Downtown Wilmington. Play in the sand and surf at Wrightsville Beach next to the Johnnie Mercers pier which offers a full breakfast, lunch and dessert menu. Or travel to Carolina Beach near the boardwalk next to a variety of eateries, surf stores and boardwalk. Try our local favorite Britts donuts, open seasonally. Or head to Historic Downtown Wilmington for a delicious lunch on the waterfront and watch the boats cruise by, then take a walk to all the gift and specialty stores . Come back to relax or entertain at the Sound House. There's plenty of space inside and out for guest to savor peaceful time or playing games. There's numerous calming areas on the wraparound porch, a deck with table and chairs, a firepit with chairs or whip up a meal inside and watch a movie.

Features of the Home and land:
Meticulously restored to it's original beauty and appeal. Arrogantly Shabby is a low country sound home with a humongous wrap around porch. 3 bedrooms open to the porch with split Dutch door to capture the breeze off the sound. The 4th bedroom opens to it's own deck. The home is surrounded by photogenic moss covered Live Oak trees and mature Palm trees that were added for a festive coastal feel. Interior walls and ceilings were restored to bring back the luster of the original wood. Each room is decorated with treasures of the sound with bohemian nautical themes. Linens supplied for convenience and comfort. 2 full Bathrooms off the bedrooms and living space and a enormous outdoor shower. Restored antique clawfoot ceramic tub and pedestal sink. 2nd Bath features a new walk in shower with stain glass window and reclaimed tin walls. Outdoor shower is ideal after a day at the beach! The kitchen well equipped with new stainless steel appliances and dishes and a restored vintage Farm sink. The Living Room features a restored fireplace and French doors on both ends for a excellent breeze. Daybeds and Rocking chairs are on the sizable screened porch to relax with a book or drink and appreciate the extraordinary breeze and relaxing private vistas. Enclosed Dining Space in Sunroom. Outdoor space galore! Back deck for gathering around the table for meals or drinks. Firepit with Adirondack chairs. Covered grilling area. Oyster Roast station. 2 Parking areas with railroad ties and an oyster shell bed. Extensive landscaping. Tons of space! Just mins. away from Carolina and Wrightsville beaches as well the public boat landing on Trails End Rd.

About the Area

Wilmington is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Strategies to get the optimal vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Booking your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• To get the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we suggest reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite Carolina Beach restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. 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, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Often, management companies supply Carolina Beach area travel guide magazines that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Selecting the perfect vacation home:

• To start, have your group commit to vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Vacation time! Spacious newly remodeled retreat with all the comforts to unwind. has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• 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. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or costs applied to your invoice.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Know before you go:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home. Store the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• During check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors disrupting your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• At departure, take a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good reviews to compel more reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.