Upper Level Beachside Cottage Steps From the Ocean! - Vacation rental home in Wrightsville Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 1300 square feet

Come visit Eight East (Upper Level) where you will find a fresh & clean modernized upper level space that is sure to please! Located on the oceanside of Henderson St., this duplex 1940's bungalow is full of a long line of Wrightsville Beach history and has been transformed into a beachy modern getaway. Location is key being within walking distance of WB's strip of dining & stores as well as just steps to Johnnie Mercer's Pier! The infamous Wrightsville Beach Loop is only a hop skip and a jump away for all of you exercise gurus who want to get your exercise on during your vacay!

Step into the inviting bright & airy family room that is a comfortable space for friends and family to gather. Savor a flat screen intelligent TV with cable as well as super comfortable upsized couches to rest on. The Dining & Kitchen areas have it all. The window filled dining area offers a huge farm table to comfortably seat everybody or gather around the roomy island/bar to dine or just hang! The newly refreshed kitchen offers everything you will need for dining and cooking while staying with us! Stainless steel appliances, dishes, drinkware, silverware, and all of the cooking silverware you will need are available within the kitchen space. We also keep the cabinets outfitted with your typical cooking necessities, salt & pepper, cooking oils, spices, sugar. During your stay, you have access to a Keurig and coffee pods, sugar and creamer. We also provide dishwasher pods, laundry pods, paper towels, and toilet paper.

Our home will comfortably sleep 6 guests offering 2 king beds, 1 bunk bed, and a pullout couch. Each bedroom has a flat screen TV with cable and device charging station and is decorated with gorgeous coastal furnishings that will provide a very restful stay. No need to worry yourself with towels or linens, each room comes with its own set of sheets and two sets of newly laundered towels. 8 beach towels will also be included. The master bath has a gorgeously tiled shower and the guest bathroom offers a shower & tub. You will find each bathroom well supplied with all of the essentials: soap, shampoo, conditioner. We also have a washer and dryer that you are welcomed to use.

Last but certainly not least, chill out on our sizable wrap around porch with cozy seating and dining areas. When you come in from the sun & sand, rinse off in our hot/cold outdoor showerhouse! In 2023, we added a beautiful outside bar area in the backyard. This space accepts for your own little getaway to sit back, watch TV, and relax!
If there are guests staying downstairs during your stay, this space is available for both levels so make friends and hangout together. There is parking available for two cars in the driveway . Please no parking underneath the home. Feel complimentary to utilize beach chairs/toys/bicycles you find in the downstairs outdoor closet.

PROVIDED: Free High speed WIFI, completely supplied kitchen, paper goods and ALL linens, including all linens + bath + beach towels to save you the hassle/cost of bring or renting them separately.
When you arrive, beds will be made with crisp, fresh linens and complete sets of fluffy towels will be available. At the end of your stay, we have a modest tidy up checklist but after checkout we have a cleaning service come in to clean the bungalow so you do not have to worry about that! Sorry, but we do not allow family pets or smoking in our home or on the premises.

This bungalow can be rented as one unit (upper & lower levels combined) for 6 bedrooms/3 baths, sleeps 12. Please message us for details or go to Vacation Rental By Owner listing #1575918

About the Area

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this cottage is by the sea. Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and Cameron Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wrightsville SUP and Children's Museum of Wilmington. Traveling with kids? Consider Aussie Island Surf Shop, or check out an event or a game at Trask Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Wrightsville Beach vacation rental tips and tricks:

Money saving strategies:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in Wrightsville Beach. To find the best vacation home for your budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular Wrightsville Beach attractions. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites typically offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guide magazines have deals for nearby accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• To start, have your family decide on dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group requires. Upper Level Beachside Cottage Steps From the Ocean! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible online. If you don't see them listed, contact the property owner before reserving the property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to determine what is optimal for your vacation family.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the host about your furry family members before booking.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking

Additional considerations:

• We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few issues.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be helpful if there is a dispute.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific source for finding the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at departure. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great feedback to stimulate more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.