Cottage holiday rentals in Intracoastal Waterway

Staying at this Airbnb felt like a true escape. The location couldn't have been better – being mere steps from the beach was such a treat, allowing for spontaneous walks and the calming sound of the waves. It was wonderful to find such a genuinely dog-friendly place; my pups absolutely loved it, which made the stay even more enjoyable for me. The entire atmosphere was incredibly relaxing, and I found the off-season to be a particularly lovely time to visit, with beautiful weather and a sense of peacefulness. The property itself had everything I could possibly need, making it easy to settle in and feel comfortable. Amy was fantastic – always communicative and helpful, ensuring a smooth and easy stay. While there were plenty of options for things to do in the area, I also appreciated the opportunity to simply unwind and work remotely in such a serene setting. The upper deck was my favorite spot for getting sun many hours of the day. I’ve stayed in many airbnbs and this is a favorite!

I have booked multiple Air BnB’s this by far has been the best experience. The home was beautifully decorated and very welcoming. The snacks were an added bonus and perfectly picked! If you are considering booking this DO IT! Board games and books are available. Kristy has equipped that house with exactly what you need to enjoy time as a couple or with children.

We had a great experience at this Airbnb! The home was very clean and well appointed, with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We especially enjoyed having access to the golf cart—it made getting around the neighborhood and to the beach easy and fun. The host provided very detailed instructions, which helped a lot. We also appreciated being able to check in early once the cleaners were finished—such a nice bonus! One thing to keep in mind is that there are several keys and key cards to manage: a house key in a lockbox with a code, a golf cart key, a shed key, and a key card for neighborhood and beach access. The key card must be purchased separately for $30 from the clubhouse, which has specific operating hours—so plan ahead for that. Overall, it was a lovely stay and we’d definitely return!

This was an absolutely perfect Topsail vacation home! We loved every minute of our stay. The location is absolutely fantastic. So close to the little local shops and restaurants as well as super close to the bridge going over to the mainland.. The house itself was spotless and quite comfortable. Had everything we needed to cook full meals. Plenty of kitchenware for our group of seven. Proximity to the beach is by far the most fantastic detail of this house! The little private sandy beach *yard* attached to the deck is awesome for kids and the beach itself just down a few steps is so amazing. We could even sit in bed and see the ocean waves! This is the best house with beach access and views we've stayed at in Topsail. Also positive to note, the entire property being fenced in felt incredibly safe for kids and was fantastic for our dog. We realized the apartment was a part of the rental unit and we were so pleasantly surprised! It was a great separate space! Overall highly recommend!

A beautiful, comfy cottage for a couple or family of 4. Bring golf clubs, swim suits and bikes because the community is lovely with lots to do. We felt right at home and had everything needed for a comfy, cozy and very peaceful stay. We will definitely stay here again!

It was asolutely beautiful here! after booking, we were so excited to hear they installed extras on the property and we got to enjoy a fire pit as well as the jacuzzi. easy drive to the beach and local stores and shops to entertain everyone. I would definitely come back with my littles next time, there was a lot to accommodate children! the only issue I had was unlocking the door and even though it was 1am, I was able to get someone on the phone to let me inside. wonderful stay!! 10/10

Our family loved this house and location - plenty of room, easy walk to the beach, tennis courts out back, friendly neighbors, easy access to restaurants and stores. Jim was responded quickly when we asked for help with supplies. The spring pollen factor was high - so be ready! We washed the decks and chairs and that improved things. We will return!

Great location, super close to everything in Wilmington! Diane is great, super responsive!

Absolutely loved the area and the space! Everything was clean, quiet neighborhood, and close to all of our destinations/attractions! Jeff was very responsive and proactive, answering all of my questions before I even had to ask them! Will definitely be staying again when I’m in the area!

Thomas and his place was excellent! The house was just what we needed and close to everything. Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay.

We enjoyed cotton patch cottage very much. At the end of the day, our favorite thing to do was sitting on the screened in porch looking at the garden. Our dogs enjoyed the fenced in yard. Our favorite beach was Sunset Beach which was very close to the cottage. We would recommend Sharkys restaurant on the marsh.

We loved our week at Blue Turtle Cottage! It’s bright, clean and charming. Just a short walk to the beach. Leslie and Kay were lovely hosts. We’d definitely come back if our plans bring us to OKI. The king bed is super comfy!. Thanks for hosting us! 💙🐢

This was our 2nd time staying at Lisa’s house and it was just as amazing as the first stay! The cottage is in great location that was walkable to almost everything on the island. It was a great place with fenced in yard to bring our dog and had plenty of beach supplies. The neighborhood is very quiet. Lisa was quick to respond to any of our questions. We can’t wait to stay at Lisa’s place again!

My family enjoyed staying at the property for a week at the beach. Walkable to most anything you need in Carolina Beach and is very close to a lake with a walking loop...perfect to take our pup for strolls in the morning and evening (just keep an eye out for the resident geese, as they hissed at us hahah). Very peaceful and quiet too. One thing that stood out to me was how well stocked they were with amenities in the bathroom and kitchen. Little touches like toiletries & coffee pods make such a huge difference. Overall, you can tell that they are very thoughful hosts! One thing to consider is that it is an older building, so you can hear alot of the happenings below you..we had some very loud people for the first few days after we checked in but again, I chalk it up to it being an older building which is common for the area. Furniture & beds were very comfortable...and my husband had a nice spot to do some work in the mornings. Oh & they had an old school nintendo set up...score!

We absolutely loved our stay! The proximity to the beach and restaurants was great. Michael was a wonderful host and always responsive and helpful!

Mary’s place was super clean and so close to the beach. Only thing we had issues either was parking is hard with bigger vehicles. Very tight places under condos.

This cottage was a peaceful and relaxing spot to stay! The location is great as it is close to the beach and to downtown. Would recommend for those staying in Wilmington.

We had such a wonderful stay! The place was cozy, beautifully maintained, and had so much charm. We especially enjoyed relaxing on the front porch. It was the perfect spot to unwind. A great bonus was having a restaurant with live music just a short walk away. Most of all, our host was truly exceptional, friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Highly recommend!

We had an excellent stay! The house is very close to beach access and on a quiet part of the island. The space was perfect for our family of 3 - my kiddo loved the bunk bed!! The outdoor shower was amazing. We would definitely stay again.

For Starters Lynne IS a Wonderful host! very descriptive information and instructions! She even had a flexible check in time ( meaning it stated 4pm but she let us know immediately when it was available about 3 hrs ahead of time so around 130 ) how convenient.... ! even though it may not be like that every time it was nice she reached out! The home is beautiful inside and out! It literally has everything you need already there except yourself and party lol ALL around Great Experience we will be back if we come back to OIB

The place was perfect for our little get away. Was clean and comfortable. Great selection of board games. Close to beach and restaurants.

If you are looking for a special place to get away from it all and enjoy a peaceful setting look no further than What “A” View. It was in a private and quiet area. Plenty of great restaurants with a quick car ride. The house itself was perfect for a few nights away. Cozy, warm and inviting.

Loved this cottage. Clean, decorated lovely, and the area was pretty quiet considering it was a residential street. We had a very nice stay.

We had such a wonderful weekend in Southport! The home was very clean, beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The location was perfect with just a short walk to the waterfront, shops, and restaurants. The hosts were incredibly responsive and made check-in a breeze. Southport is such a charming town, and this Airbnb was the perfect place to enjoy it. The park across the street even had live music on Thursday night that we could enjoy from the porch! Would absolutely stay again! Cannot recommend this place enough!