Downtown Sunshine Cottage & GolfCart - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1040 square feet

Charming, gorgeously modernized bungalow located just four blocks from downtown shopping and eateries (see map). You'll find an inviting, open concept living space ideal for calming with friends and family. Stroll or take the four-seater golf cart to the waterfront park bench swings where the Cape Fear meets the Atlantic Ocean, dine by the river, savor live music, spectacular sunsets, historic sites, and cozy stores. Explore the Oak Island beaches and and award winning public golf course only a 15 min. drive away. Take a ferry to Bald Head Island or discover historic Wilmington.
End the day unwinding in the gazebo, roast marshmallows, play bocce, chat around the kitchen island, or watch a movie on the sizable sectional with a comfortable fire. There are board games and 3 TVs with intelligent apps or Roku and a Victrola CD/record player with Bluetooth (bring your own CDs). One bedroom has no TV.
At nighttime, curl up in one of three cozy queen beds with hybrid beds and crisp cotton sheets. In the morning, appreciate your favorite coffee from the Keurig with a latte spinner as you wave to passing golf carts from the front porch. The kitchen has basic supplies and the bathroom is complete with blow dryer, towels, shampoo, conditioner, and soap. There is also a half bath off the primary bedroom and a modest washer/dryer.
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About the Area

Located in Southport, this vacation home is in the city center and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kure Beach and Carolina Beach, while North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are popular area attractions. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Vacation rental home tips and tricks:

How to get the best value:

• To find the best vacation home for your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite Cape Fear area restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your group.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guides have offers and deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Selecting and booking the bestrental home:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Downtown Sunshine Cottage & GolfCart has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking websites. Otherwise, email the host before booking your rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is suitable for your family.
• If there's a certain Cape Fear area destination you simply love, browse properties that are either near by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, property managers charge additional pet fees.

More considerations:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• At Check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, elevator or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Most rental managers make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.