Private Wooded Retreat - Outdoor Soaking Tub & Shower - Pets - 10 Min to Beach - Vacation rental home in Wilmington, NC

Welcome to your coastal nature getaway — where genuine wooded seclusion meets everything the Wilmington coast has to offer.

Tucked at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on a private, wooded acre, this cavernous 3BR/2BA home with soaring ceilings and an open-concept great room is designed for families, remote workers, and nature lovers who want to really relax. Grand windows frame the wooded property throughout — sit inside and watch birds, squirrels, frogs, toads, and even the occasional turtle move through the trees and yard. The mature tree canopy keeps the property naturally cool and shaded, a genuine rarity on the Carolina coast. You’re surrounded by wetlands forest yet just 10 mins. from Carolina Beach and under 20 mins. from Downtown Wilmington.

Dogs are genuinely welcome here — bring the whole pack. (Dogs only please — we are not set up for cats, reptiles, or other animals.)

Note: We’ve newly optimized the interior layout for guest comfort and flow — the space feels more open and functional than our current photos show.

Outdoor Heaven — Over One Private Acre
This is where the property really shines. A wooded acre gives you more genuine privacy than nearly any other rental in the Wilmington market. The humongous private backyard borders undeveloped forest and wraps around a attractively evening-lit patio. String lights illuminate the entire outdoor area including the shower, side yard, backyard, and part of the front yard — all controlled from a single remote switch inside or manual switches on the back patio and shower.

The centerpiece: our signature outdoor upsized hot water shower and galvanized soaking tub — big enough for two adults, lit by string lights, surrounded by the sounds of the woods. A constructed-in foot splash station with a movable dam lets kids rinse and play before heading inside — ideal for post-beach days and dog owners. Guests consistently call this their favorite part of the stay.

Hammocks for unwinding under the tree canopy
Kids’ climbing dome and natural shaded play areas
Kids’ toy digger in the backyard
Basketball hoop in the peaceful cul-de-sac — safe for kids to play
Seasonal fruit trees and flower gardens
Outdoor picnic table and string-lit patio lounge seating
Boat, Kayak, SUP, and paddleboard launch at River Road Park — 1 mile away
Boat parking available on property
50A RV hookup with full electrical service on concrete driveway
Parking for 3 cars + boat/trailer

Outdoor amenities including hammocks, the climbing dome, the toy digger, tub/shower and play areas are supplied for guest enjoyment. Guests assume responsibility for supervising kids and using all outdoor equipment safely and at their own risk.

Inside the Home
Step inside to an open-concept great room bathed in natural light from upsized windows overlooking the wooded front and back yard. The huge windows aren’t just for light — they frame the property like a living painting, making wildlife watching from the couch a genuine daily enjoyment. Soaring ceilings, ceiling fans, and an indoor fireplace make the space feel broad and welcoming in any weather.

Work from home or stay connected with a wall-hinged standing desk in the living area and a dedicated Murphy fold out and sit desk in the master suite — reliable WiFi suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing throughout.

The kitchen is entirely supplied for real cooking:
Modern appliances including microwave, full cookware set, dishes, and spices
Vitamix blender, air popcorn maker, crock pot, sheet and muffin pans, premium drip coffee maker
Sony soundbar with Bluetooth connectivity — fill the living space with music
Reverse osmosis (RO) filtered drinking water tap at the sink
Whole-home water filtration system — purified water at every tap including the outdoor shower
Dishwasher for painless cleanup
Dining table with constructed in additional leaf and additional chairs for bigger groups
In-unit washer and dryer
Eco-friendly cleaning products used throughout — available for guest use

For families and kids:
Kids’ play kitchen
Cordless piano
Family board games
Kids’s books (including board books) and adult cookbooks
Kid-friendly chairs and tables inside and out
Infant bassinet available
Dog crate available for use — no need to travel with your own

Air quality and comfort:
Ionic air purifier running throughout your stay — ideal for allergy sufferers and guests sensitive to outdoor air
Ceiling fans in all bedrooms and main living area
Throw blankets for comfortable evenings by the fireplace

Sleeping Arrangements — Sleeps 8+
Master Suite: Queen bed, private bath with double vanity and additional-wide soaking tub, dedicated desk, dresser, rocking chair
Bedroom 2: Queen bed, great natural light, ceiling fan, closet to hang clothes
Bedroom 3: Two twin beds, ideal for kids, ceiling fan, closet to hang clothes
Living Room: Pull-out queen couch bed for overflow guests and enormous chair and a half

Bathrooms
Master bath: Double vanity, additional-wide soaking tub, whole-home filtered water
Second full bath: Pedestal sink, clean and bright ocean theme
Outdoor: Hot water shower with foot splash station waterfall + galvanized soaking tub with evening lighting — the showstopper

Location — <10 Min to the Coast, 1 min. to Cape Fear River
12 min → Carolina Beach & Boardwalk
15–20 min → Downtown Wilmington & the Riverwalk
25 min → Wrightsville Beach
20 min → Fort Fisher Aquarium & Museum
15 min → Battleship North Carolina
1 mile → River Road Park — kayak launch, SUP launch, paddleboard drop-in, public boat ramp
2 miles → Hanover Pines Nature Park (trails, playground, dog park, stroller trails)
6 miles → Carolina Beach State Park (venus flytraps, hiking, camping, marina and boat launch)
7 miles → Halyburton Park & Carolina Beach Lake Park (playground and stroller trails)
Under 10 miles → Greenfield Lake (cypress lake walks, paddle boat rental, skatepark, music stage) & Long Leaf Park (pond, playground, splash pad, dog park, stroller trails)
Close to area golf courses
Parking for 3 cars + boat/trailer + 50A RV hookup