Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 5200 square feet

This gorgeous 5 bedroom/4.5 baths home has plenty of space for the enormous family/ get to gether. Located directly on the Sound, this home provides spectacular vistas in the morning while appreciating breakfast on the huge deck while watching dolphins swim by or have drinks on the deck watching a awesome sunset in the evening. This home has 3 master king size bedrooms each with its own private bath and two twin size bedrooms, each featuring 2 twin beds and sharing one bathroom. In addition to the roomy home, visitors will also benefit from private the deepwater dock with room for 2 boats. It is only a block to the ocean & the white powder sand of this unspoiled5 mile long Beach. Although you are only 3 miles from shopping, eateries, etc. you will hate to leave the island life.
This home will be a favorite of any one who loves the water & all types of water sports & activities. Boating, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Fishing & crabbing are all possible from the dock & just a short block away is the ocean for surfing, wind surfing, surf fishing or just calming & reading a book or enjoying the astounding unspoiled beach with its white sandy beach.

Very well equipped home/ kitchen. Double ovens, down draft prepare top, stainless steal side by side refrigerator, triple sink, with RO water for drinking. There is a bar area close to the living room with a sink, modest refrigerator & ice maker.

Exclusive Private Island! Figure Eight Island is one of North Carolina's best kept secrets. This private island located on the Atlantic Ocean remains untouched by modern commercialization. A Gate House and a swing drawbridge limited access to assure a private and calming vacation. Visitors have access to the beach, boat ramps, bicycles, and tennis courts. This is a great place for golf, fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities. Historic Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach are located just up the street where the arts flourish and the nighttime life has some pizzazz. There are local museums showcasing the history of the coast. Eateries offer cuisine known and appreciated world wide. Feel the beauty, tranquility and laid back ambiance which will create memories of your vacation heaven.

Figure 8 Island is a gorgeous coastal community, but visitors from Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York are excited to find out that it can be reached in the same amount of travel time as the fashionable Outer Banks region and Figure 8 doesn't have the in season hordes. The climate is considerably warmer in the spring, fall, and winter, providing a better environment for year-round golf, tennis, and other trendy outdoor activities with fewer hordes.

Keywords: beach home, sound front, boat dock

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Eagle Point Golf Club and Olde Point Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park. Cape Fear Paddleboarding and Aussie Island Surf Shop 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

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tricks and tips to get the best rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved very early. Booking your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Summertime is high season in Wilmington. To find the best value, try changing your trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guides which often include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Filter your search:

• Choose a designated group leader, choose your vacation dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking websites. If not, contact the property manager before you book your rental. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what configuration is right for your trip.
• Some properties allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property manager about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• If there's a certain Cape Fear area destination you simply love, look for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Considerations for your stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home. Put the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon check in. Get in touch with the rental manager immediately to record any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers disrupting your peace. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not 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 take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Upon check-out, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to drive more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.