Title: Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups Holiday home in Wilmington with kitchen and balcony ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68420000/68412300/68412266/ada74435.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68420000/68412300/68412266/691d31e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68420000/68412300/68412266/8b7125bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68420000/68412300/68412266/b64aaf6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68420000/68412300/68412266/8000b5a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121621 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - 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. ### Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups Welcome to the Cottage by the Beach in Wilmington, where the enchanting melodies of the waves beckon you to our charming 4-bedroom cottage. Nestled on a sprawling half-acre lot surrounded by lush trees, this inviting getaway is designed to accommodate up to 12 guests, making it ideal for large families seeking a memorable vacation. Key Features: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12 Fully Equipped Kitchen Tranquil Wooded Setting Covered Porch with Comfortable Patio Furniture Pet-Friendly (up to 2 with a fee) Keyless Entry for Convenience and Security Location: Situated just 15-17 minutes from the Wrightsville Beach, Wilmington and a short 20-minute drive from Downtown Wilmington, our cottage offers the perfect blend of seaside serenity and city excitement. Immerse yourself in the vibrant coastal charm of this town, boasting endless attractions and local hotspots. Revel in the tranquility of our quiet neighborhood while still being conveniently close to the town's bustling center. Outdoor Bliss: Our cottage is more than just a place to stay; it's a haven of outdoor bliss. Step onto the covered porch, where comfortable patio furniture invites you to unwind in the fresh sea breeze. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee or enjoying a leisurely evening, the peaceful ambiance of our outdoor space is sure to enhance your stay. Pet-Friendly Paradise: We understand that pets are part of the family, and that's why we welcome them with open arms. Explore the nearby wooded areas with your furry friend or simply relax together on the porch—our cottage is a pet-friendly paradise. Proximity to Marinas and Private Beach: For those seeking a touch of luxury, our retreat is conveniently close to local marinas and a private beach. Whether you're a boating enthusiast or simply want to bask in the exclusivity of a private shoreline, our cottage provides a luxurious escape. Your Coastal Escape Awaits: Escape to our luxurious retreat, where the soothing sounds of the sea meet the comfort of home. With a fully equipped kitchen, spacious accommodations, and proximity to both the beach and city, our cottage is your key to a memorable coastal vacation. Book now and make your Wilmington getaway truly unforgettable! 1-min drive to Pages Creek Preserve 9-min drive to Ogden Park 10-min drive to Flip and Fly Trampoline Park 15-min drive to Wrightsville Beach 16-min drive to Jungle Rapids Water Park 20-min drive to Downtown Wilmington 23-min drive to Cape Fear Riverwalk and Restaurants 23-min drive to Battleship North Carolina. 4-min drive to Publix 10-min drive to Walmart 10-min drive to Mayfaire Shopping Center No Extra Guest Allowed No Events and Parties Allowed No Smoking Allowed ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Penalty for Smoking ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,621 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109510000/109509000/109508967/a87be329.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular 4 Bedroom with Outdoor Oasis! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as At The Beach Wilmington Cottage at the Beach! Wilmington Cottage at the Beach! Private vacation home Cottage at the Beach! Private vacation home Wilmington orp5b572d9x ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=34.26703,-77.781456&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_tdpEbuvyM%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40S%3FQ%40S%40Q%40Q%40SBQ%40Q%40QBSBQBSBQBODQBQDSDQBODQDQFODQFQDOFOFOFOFQFMFQHMHOFOHMHOHMHOHKHMJMHMJMHKLMHKJKJKLKJKJKJILIJKLILIJGLKLGLGLGLGLGNGLGLGLENELENELCNELCNENALENANCNALCN%3FNANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40NDL%40NDNBLDNBLDNDLDLDLFNFLFLFLFLFLHLDLJLFJHLHLJJHLHJJJJJJJJJJJJJLJJHLJLHLHLHJJNHLHNFLHNFNHLFPFLFPHNDNFNFNDPFPDNDPDPDPBNDRDPBPBNBPBRBPBRBP%40P%40P%40R%40P%40P%40R%40P%3FR%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRAP%3FRAPARAPAPARAPAPCPCRCPCRCPCNCPEREPCNEPEPEPENGPEPGNGPELIPGNGNGNINGLINGLINILKNIJILILKLILKJKLKJKJKJKJKJKJMHKHMJMHKHMFMJMDMHMHMDMFMFOFMFMDMDODMDOBMDODOBM%40ODO%40OBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAOAO%3FMCOAOCOAMEOAOCMEOEMCOEMEOEMEMGMGOGMGMEMIMGMGMKKGMIMIKKMIKIKKKKMKKKKKIKMMIKKMIMKMIMIKIOIMIOIMGOIMIOGOGOGOGQGMGQEOGQEQGOEQEQCOEQEQCSEQCOCQCSCQCSAQAQCQASAQAQAS%3FQAS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=e_nyuAhBL1KEo2iZp9-b1X-lbMI=) Wilmington, NC #### What's nearby - Mayfaire Town Center - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles - University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles - Wrightsville SUP - 15 min drive - 8.4 miles - Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles - Wrightsville Beach - 19 min drive - 10.4 miles #### Getting around - Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Nori Asian Fusion & Sushi Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Si! Senor Modern Mex - ‬9 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Figure Eight Island and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Ogden Park. Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for Large Groups 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jalon M. 26 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Away Our stay was great. Great communication with the property manager, the house was clean and accessible to different things in the area! ##### Jalon M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kendra W. 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Other than needing a good detailed cleaning, its a great place to stay. Safe location, close to lots of stuff to do and is very family/dog friendly. ##### Kendra W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walt B. 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Such an amazing property! ##### Walt B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephanie B., Maysville 24 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### Nosey neighbors Had the feeling the neighbors did not want this Vrbo in their neighborhood. Constantly looking out their windows at us and walking around the outside of the property on their phones discussing the property where we could hear them. 6 adults all over 50 no partying going on but they was nosey. The house could use some work and pest control. It was sufficient for our stay. ##### Stephanie B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jalon M. 26 Mar 2023 #### Weekend Away Our stay was great. Great communication with the property manager, the house was clean and accessible to different things in the area! ##### Jalon M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine H. 16 Aug 2021 #### Nice Property Had a great time-great location ##### Christine H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Shawn P. 13 Aug 2021 #### Great for what was needed House is being updated. Close to being completed. It was good for my group. ##### Shawn P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly G. 11 Aug 2021 #### A house in very friendly neighborhood. Close to beaches. Property is in quiet and friendly neighborhood. House had plenty of room for family. Close to beaches, dining, and shopping. ##### Kimberly G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Christopher H. 25 Jul 2021 #### Pricey for what you get There was a mix-up about getting the code to get into the house on our night of arrival so I contacted VRBO directly. I was put on hold for 58 minutes and finally hung up because it was obvious no one was there to assist us. VRBO stinks. At the last minute the property manager came through and got us the code. The house itself is not for a neat knick/germaphobe. The carpets are very old and stained. Most closet doors have been removed. The fridge doesn't keep things cool. The place has a tired, desperately-in-need-of-some-TLC feel. It smelled musty. The towels provided were so old. The roof had a big tarp on it. A window pane in the dining room was broken. The gutters were full of pine needles. The yard had overgrown bushes that hadn't been trimmed this season. The porch furniture consists of one tiny table with two chairs. I wouldn't mind if the place were reasonably priced, but with all the fees we paid $535 a night. ##### Christopher H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gavry E. 18 Jul 2021 #### Amazing stay Great place, great people, amazing location. Thanks so much! ##### Gavry E. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021