Park Front Cottage - 15 Minutes To The Beach! - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

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

This roomy 3-bedroom bungalow is located on Smithcreek Park, just steps away from lush green space, lake, playground, and paved walking trail.

The home features a comfortable living room, with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, and a dining area with seating for six. The bedrooms are all a good size, and the master bedroom has its own private bathroom. The second and third bedrooms are equipped with full size beds and all linens and towels are supplied. The kitchen is completely equipped with everything you need for family dinner, including full appliances, Keurig, and an air fryer! The home also has a washer and dryer with complimentary soap included. Traveling with your family is made painless with the supplied high chair, pack-and-play, and family activities! Sip your coffee while appreciating vistas of the lake or prepare some s'mores on the private patio fire table.

Use the private garden path to the park and discover the great outdoors! The lake is a fashionable spot for canoeing, paddle boarding, and catch-and-release fishing. It is also a great place to relax and appreciate the tranquility and peaceful. This rental is ideal for families or group of friends looking to relax and discover the Cape Fear! It is located in a peaceful neighborhood, just 15 mins. from Wrightsville Beach and historic downtown Wilmington. This home is also pet friendly, with a entirely fenced front and back garden, so you can bring your fur babies with you!

If you are looking for a cavernous, cozy, and convenient rental with handsome vistas of the park, this is the ideal place for you!

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Wilmington. Battleship North Carolina and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mayfaire Town Center and The Cotton Exchange. Traveling with kids? Consider New Hanover County Arboretum and Cape Fear Paddleboarding.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Our top Vacation rental home tips:

Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach rental in the Spring or Fall to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guides have money saving offers on local tours, shops, and attractions.

Planning and choosing a perfect Wrightsville Beach vacation home:

• First, have your group commit to trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Park Front Cottage - 15 Minutes To The Beach! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is usually accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before you reserve the rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is right for your vacation.
• If your group is bringing pets, you'll need to search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.
• If there's a specific Wrightsville Beach destination you long to visit, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

During your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few issues.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let burglars spoil your trip.
• Record any damages to the property during check in, and immediately send them to the host. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are very helpful if damages are assessed.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Most rental management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.