The Pet Friendly Port House with a Fully Fenced in Back Yard!! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Welcome to The Port House!

This comfortable pet and kid friendly home, in the heart of Wilmington is the ideal space for couples, families, and solo travelers alike. Spend time calming in the sand or appreciating Wilmington’s best eateries, stores, and attractions. The Port House is centrally located, with a short walk to EUE/Screen GEMS Studios, 5-min. drive to the airport and downtown, and 14-min. drive to Wrightsville Beach.

THE SPACE:

My completely refreshed home features an striking beach feel, for family, friends, kids and Fur Babies!!! Each room is meticulously cleaned and made to let my guests feel like they are in the most relaxing environment. The back yard is entirely fenced in to keep your kids and family family pets safe and secure.

The Master on suite, features a king size bed with a walk in closet, and a bathroom with an exceptional walk-in shower to refresh you. There is also an Air Mattress in the closet with linen, if needed.

The 2nd guest room, a queen size bed, equipped with clean and pleasant linens. The closet comes fully supplied with a beach bag, beach chairs, and basic daily essentials. Under the bed you'll find more kid toys in the drawers too.

The roomy living room, featuring a Roku TV, bathed in natural light that highlights every modern detail. The modern interior decor is cozy and ideal for relaxing. The couch is user-friendly and very comfortable.

There is a special section dedicated to your family fun and pets. I provide board games, leashes, animal toys, poop bags, bowls and treats! Pet beds are supplied, please use them.

A workspace with an office in the living room with Wi-Fi connection, accepting you to perform your tasks in an inspiring calm.

The open kitchen, offering all amenities, and enjoying a simple but elegant design, along with a sophisticated and welcoming ambiance. There is also a mini drink station in the corner with a menu of how to create your favorite drinks. (alcohol not supplied)

The patio accepts those relaxing vibes. Savor a nice fire, play some yard games or even grille up a ribeye steak. The possibilities are countless.

The side of the home features a nice foot washing station, to clean off that sand after a day at the beach

Finally the driveway can hold up to three cars, NO street parking please.

ACCESS:
Guest have access to the entire home, minus the attic and the shed, which are used for storage. You will find two cabinets that are locked, those are for my manager so please don't tamper with them.

OTHER NOTES:

FAMILY PETS: So when booking the number of guest please check the (traveling with pets) box. If you have more than 2 pets, please message me directly.

COFFEE: I supply a Keurig, k-kups and Mr. Coffee, but please bring your "desired" creamer and coffee grounds.

GRILL/FIRE: The fire pit and charcoal grille are on its own. So please purchase firewood and charcoal from the local Home Depot or Lowes if you wish to use the fire pit and/or charcoal grille.

LONG TERM RENTALS: We do offer long term rental pricing. So if you are interested in Seasonal or Yearly rental agreements, please message me directly for pricing details.

About the Area

Princess Place, a neighborhood in Wilmington, is home to this vacation home. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Children's Museum of Wilmington and Wrightsville SUP. Carolina Heights and Cape Fear Museum are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Booking the best vacation home experience:

When to go & When to reserve a rental home:

• Summer time is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach rental in Fall or Spring to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers frequently offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides have deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Choosing the perfect vacation home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Begin by choosing the best vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. The Pet Friendly Port House with a Fully Fenced in Back Yard!! has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking pages. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before booking the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is bringing pets, filter your search for a property that allows animals. Request information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

More tips for your visit:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Speak to the rental manager immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your quiet neighborhood. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the property to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on great reviews to drive future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.