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Southport Live Oak Cottage

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A porch with wooden flooring and a bench.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a large TV mounted above it, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story building with a porch, steps, and a flag.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a dresser, and a painting above the bed.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with seating, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave above the oven.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Southport, NC
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Southport Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southport

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Franklin Square Gallery and Dosher Memorial Hospital. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • The Clubs at St. James - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Southport Marina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • Lazy Turtle Bar & Grill
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Southport Live Oak Cottage

This home is new construction (2020) with upgraded furnishings! It is surrounded by beautiful Live Oak trees and is on a quiet street only a pleasant seven-block walk to Waterfront Park and all the great restaurants and shops that historic Southport has to offer. NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF THE BEACH!! It is on the Cape Fear River and Intercoastal Waterway, with wonderful views across the river. If you want to walk to the beach, this home is not for you!
The home has three bedrooms plus a study, making comfortable private sleeping for eight guests. The Master Suite has a king bed, Bedroom 2 has a queen bed, Bedroom 3 has twin XL beds, and the Study includes twin trundle beds (best for the kids). One of our most frequent comments is how comfortable our beds are!
Double front porches make for relaxing and socializing. A large Rec Room features an 8' slate bed pool table!
Large (65") televisions are located in the Family Room and the Rec Room. YouTubeTV is included for your viewing.
Within easy walking distance of Southport's famous downtown area, a fifteen-minute drive of beautiful white sand beaches, and with all the comfort offered in this home, you'll have a wonderful vacation here!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Southport, a short 13-minute walk from Cape Fear River and also 17 minutes on foot from Southport Marina. You'll also find Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport less than a mile away.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is about 24.4 mi away.

Southport Live Oak Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As shown in photos.Very good accommodations.Will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you’re looking for a home base to explore Southport and the surrounding area this this is the perfect place for you. The home is beautiful and perfectly located on a quiet tree-lined street easy walking distance from all of the shops, restaurants, galleries and museums in historic downtown. Easy checkin/checkout and great communication. And did I mention the pool table? Will definitely book here next time we visit the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love Southport

Great location and great host. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Southport

Great location and pet friendly. Excellent walking distance from places to eat and enjoy! Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was quick to communicate. Amenities were as expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Warren G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

Very comfortable and well appointed rental house minutes from the waterfront and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cameron N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in downtown Southport

Owner was awesome to work with and the place was clean and all updated. We especially liked the couch downstairs and the pool table.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carole s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best rental in Southport

Great!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

Great House and location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Very clean/well maintained home. Close to downtown-walkable area. Neighborhood was nice. Hosts were very responsive. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christi f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a wedding weekend!

Great location to downtown Southport. You can walk to several shops and restaurants. The waterfront is a short drive. Located on a quiet street with a great porch to pass the time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Billie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fast get a way

Very nice well stocked host was fine
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big birthday

The home is in an ideal location and well equipped with everything needed to make you feel comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

This place was so nice. It really had everything you could want. I have been spoiled. It was a nice neighborhood, nicely shaded with beautiful old trees, secure fenced in back yard, anything you would need in the kitchen, comfortable beds, fun area for families, and so on.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

They thought of everything

Very clean and comfortable accommodations. The furnishings are nice and comfortable. The house is not in the middle of town, but very close. We enjoyed the quiet and very easy walk to town. A nice little diner is a very quick stroll from this home. Owner was quick to reach out and welcome us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrell D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This house is amazing. Clean, spacious and peaceful. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner and he couldn't have been more kind. Sitting on the porch is amazing in the morning and evening's. Short walk to town with quaint shops and great restaurants. This is our second stay in this house and cant wait to return. You wont be disappointed staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Callene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southport Gem

This house was absolutely wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Most of the experiences were only a 2 minute ride or 10 min walk to activities. Strolling downtown and to the Southport Waterfront was amazing. There is plenty of historical sites to visit and all the people there are very nice. The restaurants were incredible with very good food. We fully intend to return to continue our journey and broaden our Historical Horizons. Thank You!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

The house was absolutely adorable, very spacious, clean and well kept. Located in a quiet area, but still just a quick walk to Downtown Southport. Steve was very responsive in answering questions prior to booking. He was extremely accommodating and offered an early check-in and also offered late check-out due to severe weather. Will definitely be booking again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southport

Had a wonderful time with family! Great location, friendly neighbors and just right for our group of 7. Great parking for 3 vehicles. We did leave an item behind and the owner contacted us immediately. We appreciated the communication!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely PERFECT!

We loved our stay at Southport Live Oak Cottage for a mother/daughter weekend. The host, John, thought of everything. The home is not only beautiful, it is very clean and includes thoughtful extras throughout. We loved the swing and rocking chairs on the front porch. The pool table offers extra fun too! Very close to everything. Within walking distance to Burney's sweets which offers amazing freshly made pastries. Waterfront is also a few blocks away. We especially enjoyed visiting the many shops and came home with lots of great finds. Will definitely come back again!! Thank you, John. You are a wonderful host! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin E.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy Ann G.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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