• As low as $494/Night
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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General Features

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video games
  • 2 total pets
  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Baby monitor
  • Barbecue grill
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Beach towels
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Bicycle on site
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Car required
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Close to skiing
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fireplace
  • First aid kit
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated pool
  • Heating
  • Highchair
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Living room
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Marina nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near laundromat
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the beach
  • Near the sea
  • Note from host: Smoking outside ONLY! Cleaning fees will apply!
  • Onsite parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
  • Oven
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Soap
  • Spa tub
  • Stair gate
  • Stovetop
  • Stroller
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Travel crib
  • Unit size: 2700 sq ft (251 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water park
  • Welcoming dogs only

About this Property

  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 2700 square feet

Uncle Horacio's is the ideal family or group getaway, featuring a 20 x 40 heated salt water pool, screened in porch with sunken hot tub, kid friendly back deck, playground, partial RV Hookup in the driveway, kid-proofed Dining Room & Family Room, Games Parlor and a completely outfitted Nursery!

Tucked away in one of Wilmington's nicest neighborhoods, this elegantly comfortable four bedroom, two and one half bath home accommodates up to 9 Adult guests plus an infant in the Nursery's crib. (Note: four bedrooms, so, max adult occupancy must include two adults on the bottom full bunk in the Nursery bedroom, one on the top single bed bunk in the Nursery bedroom. The remaining three bedrooms [1 king, 1 queen and 1 full] accommodate up to two adults each.) Less than 7 miles from Wrightsville Beach, 10 miles from Historic Downtown Wilmington and less than 5 miles from the very trendy Mayfaire Towncenter, this conveniently located home has something for everybody, especially the kids and family family family pets in your family! Unwind in the hammock in the bamboo enclosed private back yard, while the kids play in their own private play yard with swings, slides, sandbox and a play home! Take a swim in the 20 x 40 heated salt water pool! Pool toys and flotation devices for every age are included! Or, if you need a little additional warmth, take a soak in the 6 person hot tub beneath the flickering lantern lights of the screened in porch. Appreciate a family BBQ on the roomy and kid-friendly back deck! You can even bring Fido! We can leave the bicycles out for your use upon request. (Be sure to let me know if you wish to use them! Otherwise they may be locked up the private garage.) And for those traveling by RV, 50AMP and water hookups are available in the driveway. (A modest electric fee will apply)

The prepare in your group will appreciate the entirely outfitted Tuscan-Industrial styled kitchen! With an inviting wine bar and Pecan Live-Edge conversation table that seats four, this warm space opens through double french doors to the back deck. Ideal for entertaining and fully supplied with dishes, cookware, spices and all the basics you have at home, you will savor cooking in this beautiful, centrally located kitchen.

The Dining Room and Family Room are kid-proofed and pet friendly! With a formal look and a laid back feel, the Dining Room seats10 plus a highchair. Child-proof corner cabinets hold plenty of additional dinner ware and flatware to accommodate sizable groups. This pretty space is connected directly with the Family Room, which is equipped with sanitized kid toys, books for all ages, a big screen TV and even a hidden changing station! The new 60 inch intelligent TV is ideal for a family movie nighttime. Pop some corn & grab a cozy throw for a family movie nighttime. The Family Room is a great space for your entire group.

Just opposite the Family Room on the other side of the Kitchen and Foyer is the Games Parlor. This warm and inviting room, decorated with gorgeous original art work, antique mirrors and furnishings, is well appointed with many board and card games, a profession poker set, mahjong & a astounding beverage style arcade video console with EVERY classic game you can name! Play your twentieth century heart out on classics like Donkey Kong, Frogger Ms. Pacman, Galaga and hundreds more! (Please note that the Parlor is NOT kid-proofed.) The game benches are packed with card games, board games and puzzles for good old fashioned family fun!

A alluring half Bath with a highboy toilet and a convenient Laundry Room outfitted with pool towels and robes for the hot tub finish out the downstairs space. The doggy door is located in the Laundry Room as well, and that's where you'll find pet dishes (and a few treats for Fido!).

As we talk about Fido, here we should note: Our kitties, Tippy and Molly, live full time in a separate and private apartment on the property, just off the back of the attached garage. They have their own private entrance and side yard, so you may not see them at all... But they may just sneak in for a peek around if you leave the doggy door open. It will be closed when you arrive to discourage them; but if they do slip in, just set them out again and they will get the hint. A caretaker stops by and feeds them daily; but, your privacy will not be disturbed by her. She comes and goes via the private side gate to the private yard and apartment. And both Molly and Tippy are accustomed to dogs and guests, and are friendly to both!

Upstairs a enormous masculine Master Suite with king size bed and new intelligent TV await. The antique wardrobe and hutch provide plenty of guest space, and, basic toiletries are supplied in the on-suite Bathroom. All linens including additional blankets and pillows are supplied for your stay!

The double sink Hall Bath is likewise supplied with toiletries, first aid kit and even kids's bath toys! Still training a little one? No problem! A training toilet is found in the bathroom closet.

The nursery is kid-proofed and thoughtfully sanitized for each group's stay. In addition to the comfortable crib, a full size bottom bunk and an upper single bunk means this room will sleep up to four kids (or three adults)! The Nursery is loaded with toys for all ages and everything you may need for traveling babies and toddlers. Infant supplies like a pack-n-play crib for the beach, stroller, bouncer, carrier and swing can be found in the closet- cleaned, sanitized and ready for your use. Express yourself on the blackboard wall or bang out a new song in the music corner... This room is a blast for little ones!

The Bride's Bedroom is a cavernous feminine bedroom getaway that overlooks the back yard and pool area. With a queen bed, comfy reading chair and handsome handmade area rug, this room is a favorite space for our most honored guests. Many brides have donned their gowns here while peeking out the blackout curtains at their guests gathering below in the backyard.

A fourth bedroom, called simply the Guest's Room, offers a cozy reading chair, Roku TV and double bed.

Please note: We keep a fold out bed with an inflatable bed (full size) that may be used for overflow guests in the game room or family room when they need it. (I warn, the downstairs areas do not offer a great deal of privacy, but it is a comfortable bed and painless to use.) Please request this bed be left out along with the linens and linens if you think you may need it.

We raised four spectacular men in this home and over the decades we've welcomed hundreds of friends there to celebrate life and family. A place of tranquility where hospitality is a cherished expression of appreciate and kindness. It is our sincerest want that you feel well cared for the moment you enter and that you leave feeling rested and refreshed in body and spirit. Here you are really welcome!

A few items that must be said:
Note: The pool is not heated year round, but may be heated to a comfortable 83 degrees upon request only. An additional "Heating Fee" of $50 per day will be required. A solar blanket cover has been installed and most months is sufficient to maintain a pleasant temperature, but for the cooler months the propane heat pump extends swim season rather a lot! Please note: The blanket MUST be used at all times when the pool is not in use. It may be conveniently removed by use of a simple crank that rolls the blanket up and away for swimming and fun time. Thank you for understanding and cooperation.

PLEASE NOTE ALSO: THE BLANKET IS NOT A SOLID COVER AND WILL NOT SUPPORT ANY WEIGHT WHATSOEVER! CHILDREN AND FAMILY FAMILY PETS SHOULD BE SUPERVISED CLOSELY TO GUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTS! THE BLANKET WILL MAKE ESCAPE FROM FALL VERY DIFFICULT, AND MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH! PLEASE BE WARY AND KEEP AN EYE ON CHILDREN AND PETS!

PLEASE NOTE: In regards to Fido... Our neighborhood has numerous kids and pets; therefore, ONLY safe breeds are allowed. If you are unsure if this definition will include your pet, please ask. We are real dog lovers and have appreciated nearly every breed in our family through the years; but, not all dogs and not all dog owners are alike. Therefore; all pets MUST BE accurately described as cat and kid friendly. Ours is a family neighborhood where you'll see many people appreciating a bicycle ride or walk with their pets. So pets MUST be well behaved and friendly under ALL circumstances. This we require without exception. And finally ONLY two pets per visit are allowed please. (This is outlined in the attached Short Term Rental Agreement, which we require all guests review prior to booking.) Guests with pets that mark and/or soil carpets or furnishings WILL be charged any and all additional cleaning costs from their deposit; and, guests with pets that do not meet the guidelines specified herein will be asked to leave without refund.

Please note as well: Every person who lives on our cul-de-sac is reasonable, hospitable and kind. This being said we too try to be good neighbors and insist that our guests follow neighborhood rules and policies during their stay. The posted max. neighborhood speed limit is 25 miles per hour due to the high volume of kids and pets. PLEASE respect this policy! Neighborhood peaceful hours are 10PM through 8AM and are STRICTLY ENFORCED. Our neighbors will definitely call me if they feel guests are not complying with these rules and policies, as I have asked them to do so. Please rest assured, I understand that vacation time can become loud and rambunctious, so I will always give my guests a heads up call first... But repeat non-compliance with peaceful hours will result in eviction and surrender of all deposits. So please be respectful. (Neighborhood rules are outlined in the attached Short Term Rental Agreement, which we require all guests review prior to booking.)

Before booking PLEASE take time to download and review the Short Term Rental Agreement, where more detailed information can be found.

Thanks for looking and we hope to host you soon!

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park, while Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and Cape Fear Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider New Hanover County Arboretum, or check out an event or a game at Trask Coliseum. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Strategies to get the best vacation rental experience:

How to get the best value:

  • Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
  • Summertime is the most expensive season in the Brunswick area area. Book your Brunswick area rental in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Brunswick area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
  • Some property managers offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your group.
  • Property managers typically offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
  • Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Brunswick area area visitor guides which will include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Brunswick area visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Narrow your rental Search:

  • Select your vacation dates and max budget.
  • Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Family Retreat w\/ Heated Pool, Hot Tub & RV Hookup -15min to Wrightsville Beach! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
  • Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property management company before you reserve your rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You will need to work out what is right for your vacation group.
  • If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
  • If there's a specific Brunswick area beach you are enamored with, look for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
  • Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

Have a fantastic stay:

  • Be sure you get the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Store the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
  • Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
  • Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would at home.
  • Note any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are helpful if damages are assessed.
  • Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local beaches.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
  • Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed all belongings at departure. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and scan for damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can. If the host is not available, take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
  • Did you have a wonderful stay? Most rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.

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