[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/46000000/45995100/45995006/0196e07a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/46000000/45995100/45995006/a2aaf428.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/46000000/45995100/45995006/71cd65bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/46000000/45995100/45995006/a353123c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/46000000/45995100/45995006/809a2b36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry Are you looking to coast back to simpler times? “Reel Simple” is a beachfront Wrightsville Beach cottage listed on the Historic Registry! Featuring stunning ocean views from porches that span both floors and plenty of space for the entire family, this is the prefect home for folks who enjoy a traditional family beach vacation. The outdoor space that the cottage offers is truly a rare find. Two large porches wrap around the exterior of the property and are lined with rocking chairs, comfy loungers, and give endless views of the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. Several screen doors line the porches and allow for lovely cross breezes on warm summer evenings with the waves crashing in the background. There is a large shaded screened-in dining area off the kitchen which makes a perfect spot for gathering! Guests of this charming cottage will be welcomed into the home by way of a lush tropical garden that passes by a small neighboring cottage. An exterior staircase leads you to the porch and the main door to the home is accessed through the screened porch. As you enter the home and walk into the kitchen, you are instantly met with tons of charm and gentle nods to the history of this amazing family home. The kitchen boasts beautiful wooden walls that carry through the ceiling and while it is upfitted with modern conveniences, it holds true to the age and simplistic feel of this classic beach cottage. To the left of the kitchen is a large laundry room that leads to a full bathroom with a walk-in shower. There are two twin beds in the laundry room that are not included in the occupancy of the home and are not intended for guest use. Passing through the kitchen again, you will arrive in the dining room which is furnished with a sizable kitchen table and an antique buffet that houses games, puzzles, and books. The wonderfully aged hardwood floors compliment the historic photos that tell the story of this home which has been loved by many generations. The cozy master bedroom is accessed off the dining room and provides a full-size bed, neat half bathroom, and has two windows that let in natural light. Through the dining room is the spacious family room that offers a sitting area, comfortably furnished living room with TV, and boasts original glass paned French doors that lead to the first-floor ocean front deck. Take a second to stop and admire the antique wall décor and historical memorabilia as you ascend the stairs. The top floor bathroom has a large claw foot tub and services the four nearby bedrooms. An oceanfront guest room with two twin beds, a queen bed, vanity table, an TV makes a great accommodation for guests of all ages with two large windows that overlook the ocean and a convenient door that gives access to the top floor deck. The second guest room is furnished with two twin beds is a great place for children as there is no exterior egress. Another guest room with two twin beds offers direct access to the ocean front deck and has a small sink. The fourth guest room on this floor is outfitted with a queen-size bed and offers a small sink. Occupancy: 12. Stay Requirements: Sunday to Sunday rental in Summer. Minimum of two night stay other seasons. Bedding Configuration: 1 Queen, 2 Fulls, 6 Twins. Parking: Parking 2 vehicles in driveway (not under carport). Prohibited: Smoking, Boat Trailers. Pet Policy: Pet Policy: Dogs welcome as an optional add-on for this property with a non-refundable fee of $250 + tax that is charged per pet. Maximum of 2 dogs per reservation. Charge will be added after booking when the option to bring a pet and number of pets are selected. Nonrefundable fees are listed in the House Rules and animals must be disclosed via the Rental Agreement. Fees are not included automatically when booking on VRBO and must be paid separately to the host if you wish to bring a pet(s). Failure to disclose and prepay for dogs will result in penalty fees which are disclosed in House Rule #16.   Featured Amenities: Keyless Entry, Private Beach Access, Outdoor Shower, Ocean Front, Single Family Home, Pet Friendly. Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking, cancellations at 31+ days before check-in will receive a full refund after a $350 cancellation fee is deducted, cancellations at 15-30 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of monies paid less a $350 cancellation fee and less than 15 days prior to arrival is not subject to a refund.  All policies are subject to possible additional refund based on re-rental, excluding non-refundable cancellation fees and travel insurance (if applicable). Please note that the small guest cottage at the front of the property is not included with this rental and carport parking is strictly reserved for this cottage. Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “W238 – Reel Simple” as a vacation rental. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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 ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21680000/21673700/21673648/fa5d1c83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic 40s Beachfront Cottage w Wraparound Porch Wrightsville Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 60 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=21673648&PinnedHotelID=21673648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48930000/48920900/48920859/949424fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous 6 BR Oceanfront Home w 2 Living Spaces! 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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 Vrbo Property 217 ## About the area Located in Wrightsville Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Aussie Island Surf Shop and South End Surf Shop are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. [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%7C34.20400%2C-77.79794&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=G_qa8TyWoQtdq76mOxJvjC8AYu0=) Wrightsville Beach, NC ### What's nearby - Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Aussie Island Surf Shop - 7 min walk - 0.7 km - Wrightsville SUP - 3 min drive - 2.0 km - Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 11 min drive - 9.5 km ### Getting around - Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Oceanic - ‬18 min walk - ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Jerry Allen's Sports Bar - ‬8 min walk - ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬7 min walk - ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry located? > Nestled on the beach, this Wrightsville Beach vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and Aussie Island Surf Shop. South End Surf Shop and Johnnie Mercer's Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic Registry Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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 - Excellent 27 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline G. Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy, clean and great location Loved the cozy vibes and spent so much time on the decks overlooking the ocean. The property was perfect for our family and loved the neighborhood. ##### Jacqueline G. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne A. Jul 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nostalgic stay 100 year old home. You will be disappointed if you need to be pampered. This was perfect to me. Yes, there could be a little more upkeep, but I felt like a kid again. Thanks for the memories! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/678866ae-6d87-44ad-a2c3-c0456c644adb-1751471637513.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a66deddf-7947-41de-9500-1d1ab19f35e2-1751471638426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aed2c9ea-48f1-48c9-9f7b-71da4c99abe2-1751471636964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1f3e31ac-835a-4158-a1f0-6589bd8b0d96-1751471636233.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anne A. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harriett B. May 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay We enjoyed our experience. ##### Harriett B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim K. Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect house for us! We loved the feel of this amazing house and it had everything we needed. Will definitely stay here again! ##### Kim K. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy B. Jun 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful view and location My family and I have stayed there before and we will stay there again. It is a cool old house with lots of space. Beautiful porch with hammock and rockers. Beautiful view. ##### Tammy B. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### robert w. Apr 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach We had such a great time. Perfect location and such a cool old house. Thanks! ##### robert w. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie H. Aug 17, 2022 #### Happy Place! 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: This is the third year we have stayed at Reel Simple & loved it! It's a total gem, full of character, beautiful old school beach house. The views and the vibe are exactly what we love about this place! ##### Leslie H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy B. May 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful View. Lots of Character. Really loved the pirches, with rocking chairs and hammock. Large outside, eclosed table for eating, and inside. The house has great character. Stayed with 5 to 62year olds. Direct short walk to beach. Bunnies in the dune behind house... Absolutely wonderful! ##### Tammy B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele D. May 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation Weekend This is a true vintage beach house . We rented 10 years ago when my daughter graduated from UNCW and again this year when my son graduated . Nothing had changed but the stove in kitchen ! We love the location and true vintage Wrightsville Beach experience . Everyone who visited needed the full tour and loved it. Definitely no frills , but very clean , all white linens and towels , we had everything we needed !! ❤️ ##### Michele D. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer F. Jun 26, 2020 #### Reel Simple 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 an amazing quick get away. Reel Simple was an unexpected delight! The house was absolutely charming with character and comfort to spare. The location was perfect and so was the view. We look forward to returning very soon! ##### Jennifer F. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim H., Charlotte USA Oct 19, 2020 #### Charming beach cottage 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: Perfect stay in an old-school beach cottage right on the beach. Celebrated my mother-in-law's 75th birthday and could not have been happier with the accommodations. Fully-equipped kitchen had everything needed for meals, and it's just a very short walk from a coffee shop and several restaurants if you don't want to cook. We hope to return soon! ##### Jim H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### mary a. Aug 5, 2020 #### shelter in place at Reel Simple Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a good family gathering place though we had to call for repairs to the porch railing since there were several posts that were broken which was dangerous for a toddler. During most of our stay, the power went off in 2 of the bedrooms, and the electrician did not fix the problem during our stay. ##### mary a. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis S. Jun 6, 2021 #### Keep it Simple 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: Would not change a thing about this place. We had four households comfortably housed for the entire stay. Great location within walking distance of restaurants and easy kayak put-in on canal side. The vintage vibe was perfect and had a great stay. Hope to be back. Easy in & out with Bryant Real Estate. ##### Dennis S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Catherine P. Oct 8, 2022 #### Reel Simple - A Piece of Beach History 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: Many thing to love about this old beach house! History revealed in magazine articles framed and hanging in the stairwell. Amazing collection of seafood cookbooks and jigsaw puzzles. Wide decks with hammock and rockers facing the ocean breeze. Dining area (covered screened porch) with a tropical garden on one side and ocean view on the other. Pet friendly with gates on the upper and lower decks. Inside, a table big enough for a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle plus another 4-person game table. Easy walk to beach, grocery, restaurants, and boat tours. Could use some improvement for housekeeping, pest control, and longer strings for the ceiling fans. ##### Catherine P. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### John B. May 4, 2021 #### Reel Simple Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is outstanding. Home is large. Linen service is great. On the other hand: floors in main rooms were filthy black, roaches & ants all over the place - eewww!, doorknobs to bedrooms kept falling off, 2 coffee pots...neither worked so I purchased a new one & left it for the next guests, dishes in cabinets were ALL dirty, and the showers in both bathrooms just sucked. House could use a deep cleaning & some moderate maintenance.I guess is a mixed review but we expected “better”. Still had a great time and would consider renting here again under the right circumstances. ##### John B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Robert F., Charlotte Aug 24, 2022 #### Old beauty needs some help Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We’ve been staying off and on at the Landis house since the 90’s. It needs some help. The beds are even worse than they were back then. The doors are often not functional, and the dirtiness of the place may be mistaken for “patina.” I do t know why the owners don’t keep the house up. There are even Raul spindles missing and broken on second floor porches. It would be lovely if the owners saw fit to put some money into it. I even saw the price went up for next summer. That’s wild. A lot has changed on this little island. We love the location and the lovely porches. ##### Robert F. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karyn G. Jul 6, 2022 #### Another Great Stay at Reel Simple!! 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 returned back to Reel Simple 3 months to the day from when our oldest son was married just down the road at the Carolina Yacht Club! It was wonderful returning back to the home that already held so many precious memories from our sons wedding. All 4 of our boys were actually able to make it at some point during our stay...not easy to do once they are grown and gone! We celebrated our second oldest birthday on July 1st. This was the first time he has had a beach birthday since he was very little! So much space in this incredible home for everyone to spread out or for everyone to gather!! There is construction going on next door, but surprisingly, the crew was very respectful of their vacationing neighbors and noise was very minimal. The house was well stocked and the AC worked great! Although, weather was close to perfect!Many thanks to the owners of this fantastic home for providing a place where our family has already made so many great memories! We look forward to returning in the years to come. ##### Karyn G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Mary S. Jun 8, 2022 #### Old Age is Never Easy Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Although we really appreciated the history behind this vintage cottage, we were disappointed with the primitive accommodations. The bathrooms were below standard and many of the sinks in the bedrooms were rusty. If you went barefooted inside, the bottom of your feet were black and the kitchen had greasy pots, pans and utensils that did not seem clean. The dishwasher and refrigerator were fine but the washing machine and dryer were past their prime, as were some of the mattresses on the beds. We had leaks in the kitchen when I it rained and the lamps needed brighter bulbs or at least a bulb that worked. This being said, the beach was wonderful and the walk way in, enchanting. We spent most of our time out on the the beach or the decks and had almost perfect weather. Iif this cottage could talk, I know it would tell of years of wonderful family get togethers , but it really needs some upgrading to meet todays standards and meet the expectations of the rental cost .’ ##### Mary S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick B. Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Old school This house is certainly not for everyone, but we loved it. An old beach house as it’s supposed to be. If you’re looking for a sterile , cookie cutter modern behemoth stay next door. If you’re looking for a soulful, low key, beach house they don’t get much better than this. ##### Patrick B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Joe G., Chapel Hill, North Carolina Jan 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### False advertising creates bad experience VRBO website said pet friendly with no exclusions and only when reading fine print of Docusign rental agreement did I learn of cat exclusion so my daughter’s service animal pet could Not make the trip. The weather sucked for 2.5 days too which shortened our stay ##### Joe G. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Molly A. Nov 22, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Wonderful historical property BUT not as advertised in any way! We love rustic historical properties so let's not think we are to pretentious to enjoy this place. It was not as advertised at all!!! When reading the listing description now that we have spent 3 nights and 4 days here we are really disappointed! The listing states 3 bathrooms. NOT AT ALL TRUE! There is only one full bathroom with a very small stand up shower. It is located downstairs by the laundry room with 2 small twin beds. The other bathroom with a vintage clawfoot tub/shower leaked through the ceiling and we could not use it after we realized this. It also did not have a sink in it just the bath and toilet. I encourage anyone considering this to really look at the reviews and talk to the listing office. If some MAJOR repairs are not done ASAP someone might get hurt. The wood is not taken care of and the upstairs balcony needs to be secure. My husband had a pretty significant wooden splinter from inside of the house's wood floors. We did not have enough toilet paper, trash bags etc. Limited supply of pretty much everything. Not as advertised either. This property really needs A LOT OF TLC before I would consider going back. ##### Molly A. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Shay J. Sep 11, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rustic charm This historic WB home has so much charm and character. It’s truly for beach lovers not boogie luxury….simple and beautiful. My only wish is that it would get a little TLC to keep it alive for another 100 years ##### Shay J. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karyn G. Apr 13, 2022 #### “Reel” perfect for our son’s wedding weekend! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: We could not have asked for a more perfect and roomy location for our family, as we gathered for our oldest son’s wedding. Walking distance to the venue location. Plenty of room for everyone and convenient to everything Wrightsville Beach has to offer! ##### Karyn G. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 16, 2021 #### Reel Simple in October 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: The perfect location for a fall escape. We loved the charm and ambiance of this classic beach cottage. We fell in love with the upper porch; rocking, reading and watching the fishermen just off the surf. Our dog enjoyed the porch too, especially the rabbits that came out at dusk. The cottage was clean and the kitchen well stocked. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Cheryl Oct 4, 2021 ##### Cheryl Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Silver Reef Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Silver-Reef-Casino-Resort.h16231932.Hotel-Information) > > [The Trail in Adams - Berkshires’ Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adams-Hotels-Topia-Inn-An-Organic-Oasis.h12259511.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Sandusky-OH.h1183594.Hotel-Information) > > [Alpine Village Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Boone-Hotels-Alpine-Village-Inn.h9278686.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Kings-Land-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h2303745.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Cherokee-Hotels-Harrahs-Cherokee-Casino-Resort.h13319510.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information) > > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Southern-Pines-Hotels-Pine-Needles-Lodge-Golf-Club.h2222358.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! 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