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Spacious & Relaxing with private pool!

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A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with stools, and a ceiling fan.
A house with a covered porch, two white chairs with blue cushions, a welcome mat, and a potted plant with greenery.
A hallway with a patterned rug, a wooden bench, and a door with glass panels.
A spacious living area with hardwood floors, a dining table with chairs, and a blue patterned rug.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a large wooden cabinet, and a blue patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Southport, NC
  • Place, Old Brunswick County Jail Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Southport

Located in Southport, this holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Carolina Beach Arcade and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Southport, NC

What's nearby

  • Franklin Square Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • The Clubs at St. James - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious & Relaxing with private pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious & Relaxing with private pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious & Relaxing with private pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious & Relaxing with private pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious & Relaxing with private pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious & Relaxing with private pool! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dosher Memorial Hospital, Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. The Clubs at St. James and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The home was beautiful, very clean, and located in a wonderful neighborhood. It was the perfect setup for our long weekend. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2026
Thank you Janel. I am very glad you enjoyed your stay. It is my pleasure to provide a property that people enjoy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great place

We had an amazing stay in Southport. The house was amazing and had everything we were looking for. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Glad you had a great time. That is what vacations are all about! Thank you for staying and your always welcome back. Thank you for being great guests! And not being afraid of a hurricane and its after effects : )
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and Cozy

in town for work and this place was perfect for my few weeks here
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2025
I am glad it worked it and was close to your place of work. Thank you for taking great care and the respect of the home and area. Please keep "Hart of the Sea" in mind for your future work visits!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday

Our stay was absolutely fantastic. Beautiful home away from home. Beyond expectations We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2023
Stanley & Janice were the absolute best guests a person could ask for. They were kind and considerate and so great to work with. I can not wait till they want to come again. They are welcome anytime! Next time a rain dance will have to happen prior too their visit : ) Thanks for being such great guests! Thank you for all your patience and help when a few things went south. I appreciate you both very much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hart of the Sea

Amazing place! Great location- close to beaches, ferries, downtown Southport. Host is AMAZING to work with! We enjoyed our stay very much and will definitely book this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2024
Thank you for your great review. I am so glad you had a wonderful time in Southport and hope one day to see you living down here. It is an amazing little town and just so much to do and see and even great to just relax. Thank you for picking "Hart of the Sea" I hope you come back and visit again in the future. You were a joy to work with and I appreciate so much! Thank you! Georgia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun week in Southport

The house has a great layout and was very well appointed. The kids really enjoyed the pool. We would definitely book here again if going to Southport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Glad your family enjoyed the home and pool. We would welcome you anytime and hope you come back. Thank you for your care. You were great to work with. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place!

This property is beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. The kitchen has everything you need and the beds are very comfortable. The pool is great. Georgia is the perfect host! We will be back!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
Thank you for your very kind review. You have been perfect to host and I am very grateful for all your kindness and care. Helping me with some issues and problems that pop up....we are a good team. Thank you very much for picking "Hart of the Sea" for your summer stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Had a blast was very nice and up keep property neighborhood is quiet loved every minute.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
So glad you enjoyed yourselves! That is what vacation is for! Thank you for being great guests and please come back in the future. You have been perfect! Thank you, Georgia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This property is amazing. It is beautiful, peaceful and perfect for us. It did not disappoint! As a matter of fact it is our second visit this year and we plan to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2023
Thank you so much for your second visit and your kindness. I feel like you both help me watch over "Hart of the Sea" and you take such good care. You are always welcome and I hope it is always a great get away for you to relax and breathe deeply. Remember I can heat that pool, not sure if it will feel like a hot tub in Dec or Jan but I will find out and let you know. I hope your home was safe and the storm did not hurt anything. Take care my friends : ) Georgia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

The home was Beautiful and anything and everything was at your fingertips in the home. The pool was the icing on the cake!! Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Loved to have you and would love to have you come back soon! You were awesome guests and so glad "Hart of the Sea" was a nice get away. Thank you for picking us! Thank you, Thank you!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4th

This is the perfect rental. The owner is so nice and accommodating. The house is really nice and well stocked with anything you will need! And the new pool is a great added benefit! We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Thank you Taylor family. So glad the home and pool were enjoyed and loved. We hope it was a little paradise get away. Please come back again and make some more memories : ) Thank you for picking "Hart of the Sea"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Beautiful home with great floor plan. Great place to relax but plenty to do if you aren't one to sit still. House is well furnished and clean. Neighborhood was very quiet. My family thoroughly enjoyed our vacation. Owner is a fabulous host. Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay and everything was good for you all. Thank you for choosing "Hart of the Sea" and Southport and please come again soon. Hope your memories will be long enjoyed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic find in Southport!

I can’t say enough good things about this property. We have stayed at many VRBOs but never one as well stocked and spotless as this home. It far exceeded our expectations. Communication with the owner was seamless. We will definitely stay at this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
We are so glad you and your family had a great vacation and the home met all your expectations (and hopefully a few extra). Thank you for taking such good care and also for having a great time while at "Hart of the Sea" that is our goal and we could not be happier! Come again and enjoy : )
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

This beautiful home was so much more then we had anticipated!!!! Absolutely perfect. We have stayed at other place and they were as basics as it gets. If we decide to revisit southport i would love to return and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2023
Thank you for your kind words. I am so glad "Hart of the Sea" allowed you to have a comfortable and relaxing place to call home. You are welcome back anytime. Thank you for choosing us : )
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Beautiful!

This home was beautiful inside & out! Perfect for any family! Loaded with anything you could want & the Pool was incredible. A 4-minute golf cart ride into downtown was so convenient. One of the best homes we have stayed in over the years for sure. Communication with our host was fantastic and she was actually out of the country at the time! Cant wait to come back to Southport soon & stay here again! Everyone loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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