[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock! Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102820000/102816300/102816249/c0c4a2d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102820000/102816300/102816249/a09ca4a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, video games, DVD player, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102820000/102816300/102816249/1614fe08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102820000/102816300/102816249/917c3512.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102820000/102816300/102816249/e88cf2a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the tranquil South Lumina of Wrightsville Beach at Aquarium #159, where spectacular sound and ocean views await from four decks. With a private deep-water boat slip, dock, and gazebo on Banks Channel, entertainment options are endless including a ping pong table and board games. Enjoy the seamless flow of an open floor plan with natural light in the living room or relax on one of six bedrooms' deck access with ensuite bathrooms. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 13 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock! Aquarium #159 is a spacious sound front home that is truly a boater’s paradise. Top location on Wrightsville Beach for a family beach and boat vacation on the quiet, peaceful South Lumina. This home offers it all and is a rare find as it features spectacular sound and ocean views from four decks and a private deep-water boat slip, dock, and gazebo on Banks Channel. There’s a calm, secluded beach at low tide on the sound side, and convenient beach access is just a 5-minute walk away. Entertainment options are endless with a ping pong table, board games, and plenty of water toys and games to play on the beach. Walk to Crystal Pier, restaurants, and coffee shops such as Oceanic and Sundays, or check out the local surf shops only .5 miles from the house. Offering an open floor plan designed to highlight the water views, this home has a seamless flow ideal for gathering. In the living room, you will appreciate the natural light, vaulted ceilings, comfortable seating, a built-in TV, and board games. Fit for a chef, the open kitchen has a large island with bar stool seating for 8, white cabinetry, high-end appliances, a wet bar and wine fridge, and a walk-in pantry. Behind the kitchen and adjacent to the pantry is a door to access the front porch that looks out to the street and neighborhood. There are two dining tables, each seat 6. Enjoy an afternoon or evening sound-side sunset gathering on the expansive back porch that can be accessed from the living room. Six bedrooms, all with deck access and ensuite bathrooms, invite you to relax and recharge during your vacation. There is one bedroom on the main living area level (1st floor) and provides a queen-sized bed, a TV, and deck access that looks out to the street. Ascend the stairs to the second level, where you will find three additional bedrooms: one with a queen-sized bed (sound view), one with two twin-sized beds (street facing), and one with a king-sized bed (street facing). (Please note: the bedroom with the two twin beds does NOT have a closet.) A queen-sized pull out sofa is located on this floor as well. The third floor houses the primary master suite which has a king-sized bed, a TV, a spacious ensuite bathroom with double vanities and a walk-in shower, and a wet bar with a fridge. The master suite has a private deck looking out to the sound. The sixth and final bedroom is also located on the top floor and has two twin-sized beds and an extra-long twin-sized daybed and a TV. Ocean views are prominent from this room, and deck access is available with both sound and ocean views. On the ground floor, you’ll find a ping pong table, comfortable couches, an Xbox game console, and a half bathroom. This home is equipped with an elevator, an outdoor shower, a grill, beach chairs, beach games, a water mat/float, a cooler, pack-n-play, a full-sized washer and dryer and more. The private dock has a fishing cleaning station with power and water. Please note this is a shared dock with neighbors. Guests can take in both sound and ocean views from multiple decks and a rooftop crows nest. There is parking in the driveway for 2-3 vehicles depending on size. For entertainment, high speed internet, multiple TVs, Cable TV, and an Xbox are provided. There is a keyless entry lock on this door only. Guests are assigned a personal entrance code for the duration of their stay. There are no keys and no need to check in or out at the office. Guests will be emailed their door code prior to their check-in. Everything in this home was made to provide a safe, no-stress, contactless process where you can relax from the moment you arrive. Provided With Your Stay: Bath Towels, Hand Towels and Washcloths, Bath Mats, Kitchen Linens and Beach Towels. Beds will be made upon arrival. A First Night Amenity Kit which includes Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Trash Bags and More will be waiting for you! Professional cleaning service is provided after every guest stay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42340000/42334100/42334051/2036b828.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2625-260694 ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in South End, a neighborhood in Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider South End Surf Shop and Aussie Island Surf Shop. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling. [Visit our Wrightsville Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Wrightsville-Beach.dx10483) [View more Vacation homes in Wrightsville Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Wrightsville-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10483-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.19120%2C-77.81022&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6MslScQX5GPcNqmnRboyDjhpgXQ=) Wrightsville Beach, NC ### What's nearby - Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - South End Surf Shop - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Wrightsville SUP - 6 min drive - 3.9 km - Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 6 min drive - 4.3 km - University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 13 min drive - 9.6 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 22 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Oceanic - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Jerry Allen's Sports Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock! located? > This family-friendly Wrightsville Beach vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop. Aussie Island Surf Shop and Johnnie Mercer's Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rene J. Jun 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Gathering We bring our 3 children and their families to Wrightsville Beach every year or two. This was a great house to congregate in, huge kitchen, lots of bedrooms plus a supply of beach toys. The grandkids really enjoyed having the dock for fishing, crabbing and swimming. This is second year to stay in this house and so far it’s our favorite, ##### Rene J. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina C. Mar 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All Under One Roof Great location, beautiful sunset views from rooftop and of Wrightsville Beach. We had a great time surprising our daughter on her birthday with our family and friends. She loved that we were all able to stay under one roof. The rooms are spacious and the set up of the home is great. We truly had a wonderful extended weekend all together. ##### Christina C. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc C. May 13, 2025 #### Graduation weekend Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at the “Aquarium” with family for our daughter’s graduation from UNCW. The place is beautiful and the location perfect right in the water. Amazing sunsets from the rooftop deck! So much room! ##### Marc C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Una L. Nov 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house but needs new cook top. Beautiful home with amazing views. House was very clean and well maintained. The only down side was the cook top that only had 2 burners working and the pans were terrible, every thing stuck to them. With a large family to cook for it was disappointing. A House this beautiful with such a huge kitchen should have a functioning cooktop and decent pots and pans ##### Una L. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christa C. May 12, 2025 #### A Beautiful Home, Wonderful Location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented this lovely home for my nieces wedding. Five sets of aunts & uncles stayed for the weekend. Everyone was very happy with the accommodations. Great view. Very comfortable and spacious kitchen / living area for everyone to spend time together. The only downside is the bedroom with the twin beds shares a bathroom with the master bedroom. This room is really only suitable for children whose parents are in the master. We therefore did not utilize this bedroom at all, choosing instead to stay in our own home in Wilmington. Otherwise, a truly wonderful place to stay. ##### Christa C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### DONNA L. Dec 3, 2024 #### The Aquarium = Thanksgiving fun! Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My rather large family gathers every Thanksgiving in Wrightsville Beach and this year, renting the Aquarium, made us Thanksgiving Central. My immediate family of 14 stayed very comfortably with the large bedrooms and plentiful bathrooms. We all enjoyed the multiple, scenic decks on each level. The place was spacious enough to sit all 30 of us for several lunches and dinners over the week. It was clean, well-supplied with cookware, dishes, glasses as well as a wine cooler. For the size of the property we often commented that a second oven would be convenient and cooking on the stovetop range was tricky and might need replaced soon.We did have several questions regarding some appliances and the elevator where, I think, an information binder would have been extremely helpful. Communication with the property management was poor to fair as they did not return any phone calls and sent an answer by text message 4 hrs after my initial request. A service repairman also showed up unannounced on the second day of my stay. ##### DONNA L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara F. Nov 5, 2024 #### Amazing Views Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: All the women of our family gathered at this house for a reunion. It accommodated 10 of us easily. The kitchen is huge. Each bedroom has it's own bathroom. Master suite had an additional room attached with two twin beds. The views off the deck and the deck on top of the house are breathtaking. ##### Tara F. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris H. Oct 9, 2024 #### Epic Soundside WB Home Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Stayed here for our son’s wedding on WB. There were 10 of us all together and everyone had a comfortable bed and plenty of privacy. The home is well maintained, beautifully decorated, in an excellent location and had everything we needed. Each room has a balcony and there are expansive panoramic views from a deck on top of the house. We loved to stay again. ##### Chris H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer A. Sep 26, 2024 #### Beautiful house with fantastic location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay over Labor Day with 3 families. The location was perfect. Short walk to the beach. Then over to sound side for sunset and paddle. Loved it! ##### Jennifer A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne A. Jul 29, 2024 #### Gorgeous views and great spot on the south end! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fabulous stay! Loved the location, and the house was great. The views are breathtaking, especially on the very top "widows walk" that is huge. Some areas definitely need some freshening up, but pretty much all of the bathrooms have been updated and are beautiful! Most important thing for renters to know is that the "private" dock is actually a shared dock with the house next door. It was fine, but pretty misleading especially since it is in the title. Also there was no grill, which was a huge disappointment since we like to cook our fish and/or meat outside. ##### Anne A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### becky g. Jul 15, 2024 #### Wonderful family vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house with everything you need to enjoy a week at the beach! Lots of spaces and porches to have both family time and individual time. Beautiful iew of the marshes and fantastic waterfront and pier. We can't wait to return. ##### becky g.