• As low as $165/Night
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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General Features

  • Arcade/game room
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Barbecue grill
  • Blender
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • English
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Near the beach
  • No pets allowed
  • On the river
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Patio
  • Playground
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

About this Property

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home

Come and Retreat Yourself in the best vacation home in Wilmington!
The Sausalito Retreat is a boutique vacation hideaway, ideal for couples and families, with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Appreciate the humongous backyard with a firepit, outdoor dining area, and playhouse. With an ideal location, you will be only 6.2 miles to Carolina Beach, 13.6 miles to Wrightsville Beach, and 10.4 miles to Downtown Riverwalk, and savor plentiful choices of eateries and shopping at your fingertips.

The space
Whether you are calming on the patio with a glass of wine, listening to records in the living room over coffee, playing games in the front room, roasting marshmallows by the firepit, or playing in the playhouse, this vacation home has something for everybody to appreciate!

A coffee bar with Keurig, coffeemaker, water, and chocolate chip cookies awaits you on the counter!

The Master Bedroom has a comfortable King sized bed, complete with an ensuite bathroom.
Bedroom #2: Beachy Queen sized bed
Bedroom #3: Turtle Twin bunkbeds
Bedroom #4: Sunny Twin beds
Guest access
Guests will be included with a key code prior to access.

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Wrightsville Beach vacation rental home tips and tricks:

How to get the best rental home value:

  • In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your rental property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your rental.
  • Summertime is the most expensive season in coastal NC. Book your rental home in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
  • Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
  • Property managers usually offer guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
  • Often, property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guide magazines which include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

  • Choose a designated group leader, choose your trip dates, and choose a max budget.
  • Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your group needs. The Sausalito Retreat-Firepit & Outdoor Oasis! has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach vacation rental search.
  • Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible online. If not, call the host before booking the rental. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
  • Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.
  • Looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
  • Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.

During your stay:

  • Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your smartphone.
  • Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
  • Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are away, just like you would at home.
  • Document any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are beneficial if damages are attributed to your stay.
  • Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
  • Don't forget to... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
  • On check-out day, take a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
  • Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
  • Leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to inspire more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.

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