Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1460 square feet

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Sis's Cottage has it all!!! We are Downtown! Approx 500 feet to Franklin Square Park and Dry Street Pizza. Quiet Middle Street, Light traffic.
312 College Street, Southport NC 28461
Sis's bungalow is a striking, freshly refreshed 3 bedroom 2 full baths in the historical district of elegant Southport NC. The home has an open floor plan with living room, dining room and completely equipped kitchen with all the amenities needed to dine in if you choose. The bungalow is located one block from the main downtown area within walking distance of eateries, stores and inter coastal waterways. Lots of parking. Can accommodate up to 6 cars or 4 cars and fishing boat and trailer. You can sit on the front porch and listen to bands on Thursday nighttime when playing in Franklin Square Park. The bungalow will accommodate 5 people. Master queen bedroom downstairs with full bath. Upstairs
has queen bed and also a twin bed with trundle with full bath. Includes a entirely equipped kitchen with double
door refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, disposal and washer and dryer and Keurig coffee maker. House is delightfully decorated.
Utilities, cable and wifi supplied. Linens included.
If this is your first trip to Historic Southport, you are in for such a treat. If you are returning, we all know why. This is the place to take you back in time in so many ways, modest hometown feel, residents here are unbelievable friendly, the scenery is handsome, handsome oak trees, many cozy stores, tons of good food and so many historic sites to see. You are couple blocks away from the Cape Fear River, Provisions and Fishy Fishy Eateries and more. Southport Marina is just a few blocks away if it is boating you like. And then there are the Ferrys that will take you to Bald Head Island, Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher. If it is the beach you are looking for, we have that too, Oak Island is just 10 mins. away. This is the place you want to be and the place you will want to come back to.
Family Animals allowed upon approval. Pet Fee is $150.00 min. 2 family pets under 50 lbs allowed. Fenced in backyard. No Smoking allowed.
FYI ONLY- Trash Pickup every Tuesday Morning
Recycles - Bi-Weekly Every Tuesday
Minimum 3 nights stay. Check in 3:00 p.m. Check out is 11:00 a.m.
A 50% deposit required at time of booking. Advance 2 weeks notice required for cancellation for deposit refund less a $25.00 processing fee.

About the Area

Southport is home to this vacation home. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Clubs at St. James and Southport Marina. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect Southport rental home experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in Southport. To find the most suitable rental home for your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. 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? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area travel guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, picking, and booking the bestrental:

• First and foremost, have your group commit to vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always accessible online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you book the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation group.
• Looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities 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 property. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations:

• Get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Upon check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your life at home. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let crooks spoil your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to drive more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.