Park Front Cottage - 15 Minutes To The Beach! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

This cavernous 3-bedroom bungalow is located on Smithcreek Park, just steps away from lush green space, lake, playground, and paved walking trail.

The home features a comfortable living room, with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, and a dining area with seating for six. The bedrooms are all a good size, and the master bedroom has its own private bathroom. The second and third bedrooms are equipped with full size beds and all linens and towels are included. The kitchen is completely equipped with everything you need for family dinner, including full appliances, Keurig, and an air fryer! The home also has a washer and dryer with complimentary soap supplied. Traveling with your family is made painless with the supplied high chair, pack-and-play, and family activities! Sip your coffee while appreciating vistas of the lake or prepare some s'mores on the private patio fire table.

Use the private garden path to the park and discover the great outdoors! The lake is a fashionable spot for canoeing, paddle boarding, and catch-and-release fishing. It is also a great place to relax and appreciate the tranquility and peaceful. This rental is ideal for families or group of friends looking to relax and discover the Cape Fear! It is located in a peaceful neighborhood, just 15 mins. from Wrightsville Beach and historic downtown Wilmington. This home is also pet friendly, with a entirely fenced front and back garden, so you can bring your fur babies with you!

If you are looking for a roomy, cozy, and convenient rental with striking vistas of the park, this is the ideal place for you!

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Wilmington. Battleship North Carolina and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mayfaire Town Center and The Cotton Exchange. Traveling with kids? Consider New Hanover County Arboretum and Cape Fear Paddleboarding.

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 very best Carolina Beach rental home experience:

When to visit & When to book:

• Summertime is high season in Wilmington. To find the most suitable rental within your budget, we recommend reserving in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Carolina Beach attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Carolina Beach area visitor guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with 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.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by having your family decide on date ranges and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Park Front Cottage - 15 Minutes To The Beach! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before you reserve your rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is right for your trip.
• If there's a certain Carolina Beach destination you crave, keep an eye out for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is bringing pets, you must reserve a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Note any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be valuable if there is a dispute.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your life at home. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a fantastic stay? Many rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property management company was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.