Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1525 square feet

Feel Southport's southern appeal from 'The Tree House,' a 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental! With a cavernous layout and amenities like a full kitchen, the home comfortably accommodates a family or multiple couples traveling together. Spend your days fishing on Southport Fishing Pier, sunbathing on the shore of Bald Head Island or Casewell Beach, and exploring the North Carolina Aquarium! Come evening, feast al fresco on the fenced patio with towering live oak trees providing the ideal setting.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Boat Trailer Parking | Dog-Friendly with Fee | 1,525 Sq Ft

With many amenities and a prime location, this comfortable bungalow-like home is ideal for avid anglers, beachgoers or just a close-knit group looking to experience Southport's calming streets, waterfront, and southern way of life!

Bedroom 1 (Loft): King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor fire pit w/ seating, fenced-in brick patio w/ outdoor dining table, furnished front patio, gas grille
KITCHEN: Totally equipped, drip coffeemaker, microwave, dishwasher, spices, full knife set, essentials like paper towels and soap, 4-person bar
INDOOR LIVING: 2 flat-screen TVs, throw blankets, picnic-style dining table
BEDROOM SUITE: Private living area w/ flat-screen TV, en-suite bathroom w/ claw-foot tub
GENERAL: In-unit washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, complimentary WiFi, ceiling fans, per-room air conditioning, electric heating
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level home, 3 steps to enter, bedrooms & bathrooms on upper levels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, max 2)
PARKING: Off-street parking (3 cars or 2 cars and 1 boat trailer)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Franklin Square Gallery (0.3 miles), North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport (0.5 miles), Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room (0.5 miles), Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center (0.7 miles), Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum (7.5 miles), Oak Island Lighthouse (9.0 miles), Fort Caswell (9.8 miles)
BOAT RENTALS: Southport Boat Units (0.7 miles), North Carolina Boat Units (0.8 miles), Southport Marina (0.8 miles)
FISHING: Get Reel Fishing Charters (0.2 miles), Southport Fishing Pier and Riverwalk (0.6 miles), Yeah Right Charters (5.2 miles), Oak Island Fishing Charters (12.3 miles)
BEACHES: Caswell Beach (8.0 miles), Bald Head Island accessible via ferry (8.7 miles), Oak Island (12.1 miles)
RESTAURANTS: Loco Jo's Bar & Grille (500 feet), Oliver's on the Cape Fear (0.7 miles), Provision Company (0.8 miles), Old American Fish Co (0.8 miles), Frying Pan (0.8 miles), Flava's Ice Cream Shop (0.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Wilmington International Airport (31.9 miles), Myrtle Beach International Airport (66.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog-friendly with $100 fee (+ costs & taxes, max of 2 allowed)
- No events, events or enormous gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This multi-level home requires 3 exterior steps to enter. Additional interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms and bathrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors

About the Area

Southport is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher State Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Tricks and tips to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your rental 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental property.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in Southport. To find the best value, change your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• Some property managers offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guide magazines which will include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Planning, picking, and booking a perfect Cape Fear area rental home:

• Choose your vacation dates and spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Coastal, Walkable Home in Historic Southport! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible online. If not, reach out to the property management company before booking the property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what configuration is suitable for your family.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, search for a rental that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

During your stay:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many problems.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that no damages are linked to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon check in. message the rental manager immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• At departure, take a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and look for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a fantastic vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was fantastic, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.