Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1525 square feet

Feel Southport's southern appeal from 'The Tree House,' a 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental! With a cavernous layout and amenities like a full kitchen, the home effortlessly accommodates a family or multiple couples traveling together. Spend your days fishing on Southport Fishing Pier, sunbathing on the shore of Bald Head Island or Casewell Beach, and exploring the North Carolina Aquarium! Come evening, feast al fresco on the fenced patio with towering live oak trees providing the ideal setting.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Boat Trailer Parking | Dog-Friendly with Fee | 1,525 Sq Ft

With many amenities and a prime location, this comfortable bungalow-like home is ideal for avid anglers, beachgoers or just a close-knit group looking to experience Southport's peaceful streets, waterfront, and southern way of life!

Bedroom 1 (Loft): King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor fire pit w/ seating, fenced-in brick patio w/ outdoor dining table, furnished front patio, gas grille
KITCHEN: Totally equipped, drip coffeemaker, microwave, dishwasher, spices, full knife set, essentials like paper towels and soap, 4-person bar
INDOOR LIVING: 2 flat-screen TVs, throw blankets, picnic-style dining table
BEDROOM SUITE: Private living area w/ flat-screen TV, en-suite bathroom w/ claw-foot tub
GENERAL: In-unit washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, complimentary WiFi, ceiling fans, per-room air conditioning, electric heating
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level home, 3 steps to enter, bedrooms & bathrooms on upper levels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, max 2)
PARKING: Off-street parking (3 cars or 2 cars and 1 boat trailer)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Franklin Square Gallery (0.3 miles), North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport (0.5 miles), Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room (0.5 miles), Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center (0.7 miles), Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum (7.5 miles), Oak Island Lighthouse (9.0 miles), Fort Caswell (9.8 miles)
BOAT RENTALS: Southport Boat Units (0.7 miles), North Carolina Boat Units (0.8 miles), Southport Marina (0.8 miles)
FISHING: Get Reel Fishing Charters (0.2 miles), Southport Fishing Pier and Riverwalk (0.6 miles), Yeah Right Charters (5.2 miles), Oak Island Fishing Charters (12.3 miles)
BEACHES: Caswell Beach (8.0 miles), Bald Head Island accessible via ferry (8.7 miles), Oak Island (12.1 miles)
RESTAURANTS: Loco Jo's Bar & Grille (500 feet), Oliver's on the Cape Fear (0.7 miles), Provision Company (0.8 miles), Old American Fish Co (0.8 miles), Frying Pan (0.8 miles), Flava's Ice Cream Shop (0.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Wilmington International Airport (31.9 miles), Myrtle Beach International Airport (66.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog-friendly with $100 fee (+ costs & taxes, max of 2 allowed)
- No events, events or huge gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This multi-level home requires 3 exterior steps to enter. Additional interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms and bathrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors

About the Area

Southport is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Strategies for getting the perfect Southport vacation rental experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• To book the largest rental within your budget, we recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Wrightsville Beach attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Selecting and booking the rightrental home:

• Select a designated group leader, select your dates, and choose a max budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the host before reserving the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to establish what is optimal for your vacation group.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or could be applied to your contract.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• To make certain no damages are attributed to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas during check in. Call the property manager immediately to relay any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a great vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was defective and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.