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A wooden deck with a white railing, a green chair, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A wooden staircase with white walls and a painting of a house and flowers on the wall above it.
A dining area with a round table and chairs, a ceiling fan, a staircase, and a door leading to another room.
Property grounds
A spacious living room with a large window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South End Surf Shop
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach is within a 5-minute walk of this cottage while other popular sites like Johnnie Mercer's Pier are within a mile (2 km). The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South End Surf Shop - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Oceanic - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Wrightsville SUP - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Platypus & Gnome - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oceanic - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront historic gem on great block

If you are looking for an authentic Wrightsville Beach experience, this is your place! Our family has owned this 1890 single family house since at least 1913. It still feels like an old fashioned cottage but has been updated to add WIFI and to provide year round comfort with central cooling and heating. We have four bedrooms and three baths plus a pullout sofa in one of the two living rooms. This place oozes with charm. Just sitting out on one of the two porches will bring you an amazing sense of serenity. We have generally rented only to friends but decided to expand to VRBO to let more people get a feel of old Wrightsville Beach with modern comforts. Our cottage is very close to Trailborne ( formerly known as the Blockade Runner) so water sports rentals are super easy. You can walk to the center of town and visit the Trolley Stop for a hot dog or Kohls for an ice cream cone or the Workshop for coffee. Go another block and buy your groceries at Robert's. Just thinking of those special places makes me smile. Wrightsville Beach is a special place and staying in our family's cottage will make your Wrightsville Beach experience even more incredible. Enjoy!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

No grilling is allowed because of fire concerns in our historic home and proximity to our neighbor.
We share the sidewalk with 317 so please keep beach things on the 315 side and do not use their yard.
We generally rent Friday-Friday. If you break something, please let us know so we can fix it.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Wrightsville Beach, just steps from Wrightsville Beach. You'll also find Oceanic and South End Surf Shop less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Oceanfront historic gem on great block?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Oceanfront historic gem on great block?

With a stay at this beachfront cottage, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each cottage plus an ocean view and a kitchen in some.

Does Oceanfront historic gem on great block have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Oceanfront historic gem on great block have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 10.3 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Oceanfront historic gem on great block?

Yes, every cottage at Oceanfront historic gem on great block comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Oceanfront historic gem on great block Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Favorite!!

This is our favorite place to stay. Amazing house and location!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in this charming home. We enjoyed the porches and the beautiful view of the ocean. The location was great - within walking distance of coffee shops and restaurants. Inside was clean and the beds were very comfortable. Would stay here again and highly recommend to anyone wanting to stay in Wrightsville Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

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

Ideal location and accommodations

We absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful beach home! It was a treat to be so close to the water, and the home was lovely. The host was very responsive when we had a question during our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Wrightsville historical home

This vacation home was perfect for our family of five with room to spare. We loved the character of this older historic home and the location was absolutely perfect. It was just a few steps to the beach and we could easily walk to the shops, restaurants or Robert’s grocery. We really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Summer Vacation 2024

My family and I had a wonderful stay and hope to stay again next summer! The location of the home is amazing, the porch was great, and there was ample room for all of us! The check-in process was easy and Mary was very responsive. I would highly recommend this rental home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024