The Seahorse House - A beautiful 5 bedroom ocean front beach cottage! - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

The Seahorse House is a fabulous oceanfront beach bungalow located in the center of Wrightsville Beach. This piece of Wrightsville history has tons of space for your family, accepts family family pets (2 dog max.), has ocean vistas from every bedroom, and offers one of the best locations you could ever hope for!

The home has 5 bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms. The main level contains a sizable, open kitchen, dining, and living area, and is the ideal place for everybody to gather. There’s plenty of seating, a enormous table for games and puzzles, and the kitchen is supplied with everything you’ll need. The oceanfront covered deck has seating and dining areas for those who like to feel the breeze as they savor dinner. The master bedroom is also located on this level, and has king bed and a private bathroom with a walk in shower. The laundry room is also on this floor, as well as a shared half bathroom.

Upstairs you'll find the remaining 4 bedrooms. There's a second master bedroom on this floor with a king bed and a private bathroom with a walk in shower. The "kids" guest bedroom has a full size futon, a TV/VCR and a collection of VHS movies and toys to appreciate. The other two guest bedrooms have a queen bed and 2 twin beds, respectively. There is also a shared full bathroom on this floor with shower/tub, and two more uncovered decks (one facing the ocean and the other facing the parking area).

The backyard is a huge sand area that's great for games, but is also fenced in so that your pets can play as well. We do ask that all guests make sure to pick up after their pets to ensure future guests don't find any unwelcome surprises while using this space. There is parking for 5 cars in front of the home, but please make sure not to park in the 2 "owner" marked spaces that are sometimes used by the homeowners.

Linens Information
2 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, 1 Full size futon
Linens included with units less than 21 nights

Additional Conveniences:
Pet-Friendly – additional non-returnable fee applies (1 pet $250, 2 pets $400), Owner supplied Hulu and antenna cable on living room TV, antenna cable and DVD in master bedroom TV, Covered Deck, Dishwasher, fenced in yard, huge outdoor shower.

Restrictions:
- Mail/ Packages are not able to be sent to the rental. Please call our office for instructions to have mail/packages sent to the specific beach office for your rental.
- Non Smoking
- Parking for 5 cars. Do not park in "owner" marked spaces.
- Summer Season weekly only and Friday check-in only. Offseason is 3 nighttime minimum.
- Beach equipment is not supplied

About the Area

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Aussie Island Surf Shop and Cape Fear Paddleboarding are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Mayfaire Town Center and The Cotton Exchange. South End Surf Shop and New Hanover County Arboretum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

Finding the best rental value:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Booking a rental in the Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Some property managers offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, travel guides have discounts for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking the bestrental home:

• Select a group leader, select your vacation dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. The Seahorse House - A beautiful 5 bedroom ocean front beach cottage! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the host before you book the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your family is traveling with pets, filter your search for a property that allows animals. Ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

Advice for your stay:

• We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are away! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Record any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are useful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to inspire more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.