Downtown Sunshine Cottage & GolfCart - Vacation rental home in Southport, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1040 square feet

Charming remodeled bungalow located just four blocks from downtown shopping and eateries (see map). You'll find an inviting, open concept living space ideal for calming with friends and family. Stroll or take the golf cart to the waterfront park bench swings where the Cape Fear meets the Atlantic Ocean, dine by the river, appreciate live music, spectacular sunsets, historic sites, and cozy stores. Explore the close by Oak Island beaches only a 15 min. drive away. Take a ferry to Bald Head Island or discover historic Wilmington.
End your day unwinding in the gazebo, play bocce, or watch a movie on the enormous sectional with a comfortable fire. There are board games and 3 intelligent TVs to watch with your own accounts and a Victrola (BYO CDs). One bedroom has no TV.
At nighttime, curl up in one of three comfortable queen beds with hybrid beds and crisp cotton sheets. In the morning, savor your favorite coffee from the Keurig with a latte spinner. The kitchen has basic supplies and the bathroom is complete with blow dryer, towels, shampoo, conditioner, and soap. There is also a half bath off the primary bedroom and a modest washer/dryer.
For more local fun and events, you may want to check out:https://theeventguide.com and https://cityofsouthport.com/winterfest/

About the Area

Located in Southport, this vacation home is in the city center and by the sea. Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Brunswick Town State Historic Site. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best rental experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• The sooner you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Summertime is high season in Southport. To get the largest rental for your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• Some owners offer rate reductions for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Brunswick area visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides have discounts for nearby tours and attractions.

Planning, picking, and booking your Brunswick area rental home:

• First, have your group choose date ranges and a budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Downtown Sunshine Cottage & GolfCart has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking websites. If not, contact the property manager before reserving your home. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a certain Brunswick area attraction you crave, keep an eye out for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Have a fantastic stay:

• Get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home. Put the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would at home.
• To make sure that no damages are attributed to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas during check in. E-mail the property manager immediately to report any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a terrific stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.