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Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m
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Wrightsville Beach, NC
- Place, Wrightsville Beach2 min walk
- Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier3 min walk
- Place, Wrightsville SUP9 min walk
- Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Upper Level Bunk Bed
1 Single Bunk Bed
Upper Level Guest Bedroom
1 King Bed
Upper Level Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Upper Level Guest Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Upper Level Master Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean!
Come visit Eight East (Upper Level) where you will find a fresh & clean renovated upper level space that is sure to please! Located on the oceanside of Henderson St., this duplex 1940's cottage is full of a long line of Wrightsville Beach history and has been transformed into a beachy modern oasis. Location is key being within walking distance of WB's strip of dining & shops as well as just steps to Johnnie Mercer's Pier! The infamous Wrightsville Beach Loop is only a hop skip and a jump away for all of you fitness gurus who want to get your exercise on during your vacay!
Step into the inviting bright & airy family room that is a cozy space for friends and family to gather. Enjoy a flat screen smart TV with cable as well as super comfy oversized couches to rest on. The Dining & Kitchen areas have it all. The window filled dining area offers a large farm table to comfortably seat everyone or gather around the spacious island/bar to dine or just hang! The newly updated kitchen offers everything you will need for dining and cooking while staying with us! Stainless steel appliances, dishes, drinkware, silverware, and all of the cooking utensils you will need are available within the kitchen space. We also keep the cabinets stocked with your typical cooking necessities, salt & pepper, cooking oils, spices, sugar. During your stay, you have access to a Keurig and coffee pods, sugar and creamer. We also provide dishwasher pods, laundry pods, paper towels, and toilet paper.
Our home will comfortably sleep 6 guests offering 2 king beds, 1 bunk bed, and a pullout sofa. Each bedroom has a Smart TV and device charging station and is decorated with beautiful coastal furnishings that will provide a very restful stay. No need to worry yourself with towels or linens, each room comes with its own set of sheets and two sets of freshly laundered towels. 8 beach towels will also be provided. The master bath has a beautifully tiled shower and the guest bathroom offers a shower & tub. You will find each bathroom well stocked with all of the essentials: soap, shampoo, conditioner. We also have a washer and dryer that you are welcomed to use.
Last but certainly not least, chill out on our large wrap around porch with comfortable seating and dining areas. When you come in from the sun & sand, rinse off in our hot/cold outdoor showerhouse! In 2023, we added a beautiful outside bar area in the backyard. This space allows for your own little oasis to sit back, watch TV, and relax!
If there are guests staying downstairs during your stay, this space is available for both levels so make friends and hangout together. There is parking available for two vehicles in the driveway . Please no parking underneath the house. Feel free to utilize beach chairs/toys/bikes you find in the downstairs outdoor closet.
INCLUDED: Complimentary High speed WIFI, fully stocked kitchen, paper goods and ALL linens, including all bedding + bath + beach towels to save you the hassle/cost of bring or renting them separately.
When you arrive, beds will be made with crisp, fresh linens and complete sets of fluffy towels will be available. At the end of your stay, we have a small tidy up checklist but after checkout we have a cleaning service come in to clean the cottage so you do not have to worry about that! Sorry, but we do not allow pets or smoking in our home or on the premises.
This cottage can be rented as one unit (upper & lower levels combined) for 6 bedrooms/3 baths, sleeps 12. Please message us for details or go to VRBO listing #1575918
Step into the inviting bright & airy family room that is a cozy space for friends and family to gather. Enjoy a flat screen smart TV with cable as well as super comfy oversized couches to rest on. The Dining & Kitchen areas have it all. The window filled dining area offers a large farm table to comfortably seat everyone or gather around the spacious island/bar to dine or just hang! The newly updated kitchen offers everything you will need for dining and cooking while staying with us! Stainless steel appliances, dishes, drinkware, silverware, and all of the cooking utensils you will need are available within the kitchen space. We also keep the cabinets stocked with your typical cooking necessities, salt & pepper, cooking oils, spices, sugar. During your stay, you have access to a Keurig and coffee pods, sugar and creamer. We also provide dishwasher pods, laundry pods, paper towels, and toilet paper.
Our home will comfortably sleep 6 guests offering 2 king beds, 1 bunk bed, and a pullout sofa. Each bedroom has a Smart TV and device charging station and is decorated with beautiful coastal furnishings that will provide a very restful stay. No need to worry yourself with towels or linens, each room comes with its own set of sheets and two sets of freshly laundered towels. 8 beach towels will also be provided. The master bath has a beautifully tiled shower and the guest bathroom offers a shower & tub. You will find each bathroom well stocked with all of the essentials: soap, shampoo, conditioner. We also have a washer and dryer that you are welcomed to use.
Last but certainly not least, chill out on our large wrap around porch with comfortable seating and dining areas. When you come in from the sun & sand, rinse off in our hot/cold outdoor showerhouse! In 2023, we added a beautiful outside bar area in the backyard. This space allows for your own little oasis to sit back, watch TV, and relax!
If there are guests staying downstairs during your stay, this space is available for both levels so make friends and hangout together. There is parking available for two vehicles in the driveway . Please no parking underneath the house. Feel free to utilize beach chairs/toys/bikes you find in the downstairs outdoor closet.
INCLUDED: Complimentary High speed WIFI, fully stocked kitchen, paper goods and ALL linens, including all bedding + bath + beach towels to save you the hassle/cost of bring or renting them separately.
When you arrive, beds will be made with crisp, fresh linens and complete sets of fluffy towels will be available. At the end of your stay, we have a small tidy up checklist but after checkout we have a cleaning service come in to clean the cottage so you do not have to worry about that! Sorry, but we do not allow pets or smoking in our home or on the premises.
This cottage can be rented as one unit (upper & lower levels combined) for 6 bedrooms/3 baths, sleeps 12. Please message us for details or go to VRBO listing #1575918
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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside house or on porches
Important information
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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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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About the area
Wrightsville Beach
Located in Wrightsville Beach, this cottage is near a water park and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider South End Surf Shop, or check out an event or a game at Trask Coliseum. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Wrightsville Beach, NC
What's nearby
- Wrightsville Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Wrightsville SUP - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oceanic - 4 min drive
- Bluewater Waterfront Grill - 3 min drive
- Dockside Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
- Poe's Tavern - 3 min drive
- Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - 10 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Reviews
Verified
19 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dana D.
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dana D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie A.
24 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephanie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Emma B.
2 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emma B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard P.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house!
Richard P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stefan S.
18 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family spring break in Wrightsville Beach
Stefan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shyla S.
7 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shyla S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Alicia H.
19 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Alicia H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mike T.
16 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wrightsville Beach
Mike T.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stacey J.
20 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay in December
Stacey J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Osler W.
27 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot
Osler W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie H.
5 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
winter get away
Carrie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily B.
29 April 2019
5 star stay!
Emily B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bryan K.
23 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 stars - girls weekened
Bryan K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie P.
12 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Beach Cottage Ever
Debbie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renee S.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Surprise at Wrightsville Beach
Renee S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate H.
12 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Kate H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Katie B.
19 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay!
Katie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
16 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Lovely Home!!
Karen W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Jenna R.
15 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FANTASTIC STAY
Jenna R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Elcin G.
10 October 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Elcin G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meghan S.
19 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect beach house!
Meghan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bethany D.
21 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!!
Bethany D.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
26 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine C.
8 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pandemic getaway
Lorraine C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
About the host
Hosted by Kelly Thomas
We are Bryan & Kelly Thomas and we are so happy you are staying with us! We currently reside in Wilmington, NC and have been here for about 24 years. Our two boys, Banks (14) and Jacks(11) keep us busy and love the beach as much as we do! We hope you enjoy your stay so much that you want to come back year after year!
Why they chose this property
We absolutely love living in Wilmington and the nearby beaches so when we decided that we wanted to purchase a second home to potentially list on the vacation rental market we hands down picked Wrightsville Beach. Because we love it so much and know how popular it is with locals and tourists alike, it made the most sense to buy close to home so that not only our guests could enjoy it and so could we!! The location of the cottage cannot be beat as it is within steps to the ocean as well as walking distance to restaurants, shopping, local attractions, and the downtown area!
What makes this property unique
We purchased the house in September 2018 (our closing date was actually on the day Hurricane Florence hit funny enough). The cottage looked completely different than it does now, as it was built in 1940 and had been minimally updated through the years. The first time we saw it we knew immediately that it had great “bones” and saw a vision of modernizing it a bit so that we could enjoy it with our family and friends for years to come. We are proud that we were able to preserve the "old cottage" feel yet throw in some modern touches to really make it inviting and comfortable.
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