Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 5200 square feet

This handsome 5 bedroom/4.5 baths home has plenty of space for the enormous family/ get to gether. Located directly on the Sound, this home provides spectacular vistas in the morning while appreciating breakfast on the huge deck while watching dolphins swim by or have drinks on the deck watching a awesome sunset in the evening. This home has 3 master king size bedrooms each with its own private bath and two twin size bedrooms, each featuring 2 twin beds and sharing one bathroom. In addition to the cavernous home, visitors will also benefit from private the deepwater dock with room for 2 boats. It is only a block to the ocean & the white powder sand of this unspoiled5 mile long Beach. Although you are only 3 miles from shopping, eateries, etc. you will hate to leave the island life.
This home will be a favorite of any one who loves the water & all types of water sports & activities. Boating, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Fishing & crabbing are all possible from the dock & just a short block away is the ocean for surfing, wind surfing, surf fishing or just calming & reading a book or enjoying the phenomenal unspoiled beach with its white sandy beach.

Very well equipped home/ kitchen. Double ovens, down draft prepare top, stainless steal side by side refrigerator, triple sink, with RO water for drinking. There is a bar area close to the living room with a sink, modest refrigerator & ice maker.

Exclusive Private Island! Figure Eight Island is one of North Carolina's best kept secrets. This private island located on the Atlantic Ocean remains untouched by modern commercialization. A Gate House and a swing drawbridge limited access to assure a private and calming vacation. Visitors have access to the beach, boat ramps, bicycles, and tennis courts. This is a great place for golf, fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities. Historic Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach are located just up the street where the arts flourish and the nighttime life has some pizzazz. There are local museums showcasing the history of the coast. Eateries offer cuisine known and appreciated world wide. Feel the beauty, tranquility and laid back ambiance which will create memories of your vacation heaven.

Figure 8 Island is a charming coastal community, but visitors from Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York are excited to find out that it can be reached in the same amount of travel time as the trendy Outer Banks region and Figure 8 doesn't have the in season hordes. The climate is considerably warmer in the spring, fall, and winter, providing a better environment for year-round golf, tennis, and other fashionable outdoor activities with fewer hordes.

Keywords: beach home, sound front, boat dock

About the Area

Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Eagle Point Golf Club and Olde Point Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wrightsville Beach and Halyburton Park. Cape Fear Paddleboarding and Aussie Island Surf Shop are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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 tips:

Get the best value:

• Summertime is high season in Wilmington. To find the best value, change your family's Brunswick area trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer excellent weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• In the Brunswick area area, The earlier you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your vacation property up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Some property management companies offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Brunswick area 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 information, visitors guide magazines contain discounts for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Planning, picking, and booking a perfect Brunswick area rental:

• Start by having your group select dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Figure Eight Island\/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Brunswick area rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally available on booking websites. If not, email the property owner before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Visiting for a specific event or attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable breeds and types before booking.

More considerations for your visit:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• Upon arrival, make note of any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep the property locked while you are out! Don't let crooks ruin your holiday.
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a wonderful stay? Most rental management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.