• As low as $318/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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General Features

  • DVD player
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ecotours nearby
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fishing nearby
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Heating
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near laundromat
  • Near the sea
  • No pets allowed
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Sailing nearby
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Sofa bed
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • WiFi available
  • Windsurfing nearby

About this Property

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

Check out "Henson - Upper" (upper level) located in the historic McCabe-Lancaster House, a classic beach bungalow with an open floor plan and nostalgic appeal. The property is across the street from the ocean, and just steps away from the beach access with a lifeguard stand.

Both levels of this bungalow may be rented individually or as an entire home. "Henson - Upper" is the second level and features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, enormous kitchen, living and dining area. "Henson - Lower (C062)" is on the first floor and includes a ramp and also features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a huge kitchen and living and dining areas.

The upper and lower levels are both accessed from outside. Each floor has a sizable open porch with swing, rockers, table and chairs. There is an outdoor shower shared for both units and a designated golf cart parking and charging station with room for two carts. Upon request a portable crib and high chair can be made available.

Come experience beach living the way it used to be, you'll be glad that you did!. Simple, efficient, and close to the sand and water. Lovingly maintained with great respect to it's history while also keeping it relevant for today's more discriminating guests, this home is made for making marvelous memories with your family. This is a non-smoking unit. No family pets allowed.

Occupancy: 6
Stay Restrictions: Saturday/Saturday rental in Summer. Minimum three nighttime stay other seasons.
Renter Requirements: Renters must be a minimum of 25 years old. Groups of unrelated occupants that do not reside in the same primary residence must be 30 years old.
Linens Configuration: 2 Queens, 2 Twins
Parking: Parking behind home for three cars.
Pet Policy: Animals are NOT welcomed in this property.
Prohibited: Smoking. Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Conveniences: Just across the street from the Beach. Enclosed Outdoor Shower, Historic home with charm and grace.

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C063 – Henson-Upper” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the best Wrightsville Beach vacation rental experience:

Find your perfect rental home:

  • The sooner you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
  • June, July, and August are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To find the best value, change your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, , and reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
  • Some property managers offer promotional rates for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
  • Property managers often offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
  • Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guides have offers and deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

How to pick the perfect rental home:

  • Select a group leader, select your dates, and select a budget.
  • Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  • Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible online. If not, contact the property management company before you reserve the property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
  • If your family is bringing pets, filter your search for a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Note that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
  • Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters.
  • Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

Have a great stay:

  • Add the owner's contact information to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
  • Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
  • Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let crooks spoil your vacation.
  • Upon arrival, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
  • Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great resource to find the best local scenic spots.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
  • Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at departure. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
  • Go through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
  • Did your group have a fantastic vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.

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