General Features[>
- 1 bathroom
- 3 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Bathtub or shower
- Bed sheets provided
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Heating
- Laundry facilities
- No pets allowed
- Shampoo
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Washing machine and dryer
- WiFi available
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Cottage
Welcome to The Prickly Pear Cottage Upper Unit, named after the native cactus that inhabits the gorgeous barrier islands of this part of North Carolina and is effortlessly visible at the beaches across the street. It is the upper level unit of a duplex bungalow, and it is steps away from public beach access '40' & '41'. In the other direction and painless walk lies the Oceanic Restaurant & Bar, Sundays Cafe/Bakery Shop, and South End Surf Shop. On many mornings and evenings, you can hear the sound of the ocean waves as you savor the beach breeze with a cup of coffee or a drink on the porch rockers. This unit, with the original yellow pine wood floors throughout, has been completely modernized with a brand new kitchen and refreshed bathroom. The home was carefully restored in a manner to reflect the historic nature of this beach bungalow as one of the first of its kind on the south end of Wrightsville Beach Island. After a long day at the beach or on the water, there is an outdoor shower to rinse off, a calming porch to have a drink and take in the sea breeze, and a comfortable living room area and bedrooms to relax. Prices are better than most hotels on the island plus you get the luxury of having separate bedrooms and your own cavernous, well appointed kitchen, living room, and outdoor wraparound porch! No need to worry about parking as there are your own parking spots in the driveway. Park your car and you may not need to use it again for the rest of your trip.
The lower unit, which has also been listed on Vacation Rental By Owner for the 3 previous years, currently hosts two longer term tenants. Reviews for that unit can be found on 'Prickly Pear across street from Beach'
About the Area
South End, a neighborhood in Wrightsville Beach, is home to this cottage. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at UNCW Soccer Stadium or Trask Coliseum.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Nearby Restaurants
- The Post Cafe - 0.3 miles
- Oceanic - 0.3 miles
- East Oceanfront Dining - 1.1 miles
- South Beach Grill - 1.4 miles
- Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - 1.5 miles
- Vito’s Pizzeria - 1.5 miles
- King Neptune Restaurant - 1.5 miles
- Annex - 1.5 miles
Nearby Activities
- Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 1.9 miles
- Johnnie Mercers Pier - 2.0 miles
- Wrightsville Beach Park - 1.8 miles
- New Hanover County Arboretum - 2.2 miles
- Airlie Gardens - 2.4 miles
- Long Leaf Park - 4.3 miles
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 3.4 miles
- Crystal South Surf Camp - 0.1 miles
Nearby Shopping
- South End Surf Shop - 0.3 miles
- The Post Cafe - 0.3 miles
- Aussie Island Surf Shop - 1.5 miles
- Annex - 1.5 miles
- Lovey’s Natural Foods & Cafe - 3.0 miles
- Carolina Ebikes - 3.0 miles
- Keg and Egg - 3.6 miles
- The Gallery of Fine Art - 3.8 miles
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