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 gorgeous neighborhoods in Southport. Giant 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 & modren 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 enormous coffee table. You can prepare snacks to dinners in the entirely supplied 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, numerous 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 huge gas grille, prepare your fresh seafood (caught on one of the local piers / charters or bought from the seafood purveyor 2 blocks away). The charmingly 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)

Getting the best vacation property experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Summer is high season in the Southport area. To get the best value, consider shifting your trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great weather, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, management companies supply Southport area visitor guides which include special offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Choose vacation week and budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. 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 vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally available online. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before booking the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches. You'll need to work out what is right for your vacation family.
• Is your group looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you will need a pet-friendly property. Request details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, property managers charge additional pet fees.

Some things to know before you go:

• Be sure you get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be helpful if damages are assessed.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers disrupting your peace. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a excellent vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.