10% Off Bookings made by April 30th - Excellent Location Wonderful Cottage - 1 Block From Everything - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Sleeps 6; 3 Bedrooms: Bedroom #1 (Queen with EnSuite - Shower), Bedroom #2 (Queen); Hall Bath (Shower); Bedroom #3 (Queen with EnSuite – Shower, Private Entrance); Intelligent TVs; Washer/Dryer; Gas Grille; Short Walk to Shopping, Eateries, Art Galleries, Parks, Museums & the Visitor Center; 15-min. drive to Oak Island.

Tidewater Cottage is located in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Southport. Extensive Live Oaks & Magnolias shade the streets whispering, “North is a direction. South is a lifestyle.”

Southport is a walking town. Within a short walk are eateries from breakfast, lunch, coffee & a muffin to seafood with a view & fresh dinner. In the heart of Southport, you can visit various striking parks, art galleries, museums, the visitor center & striking stores. One could spend an entire day browsing all the unique little stores. 2 short blocks down the sidewalk await swings to sit & watch as the cargo ships enter the mouth of the Cape Fear River headed to the Port of Wilmington. Feel the healing salubrious breezes Southport is known for. Walk the river beach. Southport hosts a number of festivals during the year. A short 15-min. drive & your toes are in the sand on Oak Island or Caswell Beach. Oak Island also has a wide variety of cuisines & stores to discover. 15 mins. the other direction & you can stroll the colonial streets of Old Brunswick Town. The Cape Fear River made this town a port long before Wilmington became one. It’s all a part of the Tidewater Cottage experience.

Enter to the open concept living & dining areas. Watch your favorite shows on the Big Screen TV while calming on the comfortable seating. Play games or assemble puzzles on the huge coffee table. You can prepare snacks to dinners in the entirely outfitted kitchen with an eat-in breakfast area. Bedroom #1 (King, EnSuite - Shower) & Bedroom #2 (Queen), Hall Bathroom (Shower) are within the bungalow. Full-sized Washer & Dryer will keep your swimsuits fresh for the next day in the sun & sand. In the backyard, with a private entrance & past the sea turtle cutout shutters, lies a bungalow within a bungalow. Bedroom #3 (Queen) has an EnSuite (Shower) & is your own private hideaway.

Bring one of the supplied beach reads, multiple about our little town & relax on the air-conditioned sun porch during the heat of the day. In the evenings under the ambiance of the Edison Lights, bring your favorite drink on the back deck & ponder the fun day you had. On the sizable gas grille, prepare your fresh seafood (caught on one of the local piers / charters or bought from the seafood purveyor 2 blocks away). The attractively landscaped grassed yard is where you’ll want to play any lawn games you brought.

So close to the Cape Fear River, the Old Yacht Basin & the Southport Marina, you are around plenty of areas to watch the tides rise & fall. At Tidewater Cottage you watch as memorable moments are made.


**This property is 100% pet complimentary and smoke complimentary, no exceptions. Failure to follow this rule will result in added costs/ costs for remediation. Cost is at discretion of property manager.

About the Area

Located in Southport, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. 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. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Rental home booking tips:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• To find the largest rental home within budget, we suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• The earlier your group can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts for veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Carolina Beach area travel guides which include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to select the best rental in Southport:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. 10% Off Bookings made by April 30th - Excellent Location Wonderful Cottage - 1 Block From Everything has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the host before reserving your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or could be applied to your agreement.

More considerations for your visit:

• Put the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if a dispute is filed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, elevator or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent many problems.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a great stay? Many rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property manager was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.