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Making Waves

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A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden console table with drawers, a vase with branches, and a door with a window.
A white house with a front door, a white rocking chair, and a welcome mat.
A bedroom with a bed featuring patterned pillows and a wall decoration with stars and the word "RELAX".
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a red chair.
A living room with a dark-colored sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Jacksonville, NC
  • Place, Sherwood Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Jacksonville Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Air Station New River
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Sleep sofa in living room with extra sheets.

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Making Waves

This completely remolded home was built in the early 1950’s. My husband remolded the home in 2012.
It is very homey and has been decorated with beach decor from one end to the other.
The kitchen has everything you would need from electric skillet to a crockpot.
It has foils,baggies, salt, pepper, oil, coffee and filters.
So much charm and very inviting.
We are centrally located in Jacksonville. Close to all military bases and the beaches.
The space
We are approximately 35 minutes to several beaches.
The home has a very relaxing atmosphere.
Outside sitting with a fire pit.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2811076vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Jacksonville

Located in Jacksonville, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Pelletier House and Onslow County Vietnam Veterans Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sherwood Park and Lejeune Memorial Gardens. Roller City and Lynnwood Park Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Jacksonville, NC

What's nearby

  • Sherwood Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Coastal Carolina Community College - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Jacksonville Mall - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 9 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, NC (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jaggers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Making Waves pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Making Waves?

As of 30 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Making Waves on 3 October 2026 start from NZ$437, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Making Waves?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Making Waves?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Making Waves?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Making Waves located?

Located in the heart of Jacksonville, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Sherwood Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Coastal Carolina Community College and Onslow County Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Lejeune Memorial Gardens and Pelletier House are also within 3 miles (5 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. 25 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house, we loved our stay here! Rhonda is a great hostess, everything was clean and cozy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moises M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a place were you can enjoy a peaceful neighborhood, closer to good restaurants and many’s stores available, everything is beautiful view all around. There is also a lot of beaches nearby to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property - very clean, very comfortable bed and a kitchen with everything you need to make the stay comfortable. Communication with Rhonda was great and check in and out was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute little house. Very clean and convenient to lots of food and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Close to everything I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annielee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is truly comfortable and invitingplenty of resturants to walk to and shopping conveniently close by. Our house had many homey touches very easy to settle in.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall stay was wonderful,near everything that we needed to get to.Beautiful place,nice neighborhood, quiet area,very clean, everything that we needed was there.Liked it so much,we wanted to stay another night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

doreen g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a Wonderful time!!!!!! The place was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B.

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

Beautiful Place!

Extremely super clean, decorated very nicely, comfy beds, very hospitable and accommodating, great location 15 minutes from Geiger, I would love to stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2024
Thanks for staying at Making Waves. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and well-appointed space. Comfortable, clean, quiet, and the owner was really amazing and accomodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very impressed with our stay here. Convenient access to area attractions. Drive to Topsail Beach less than an hour away. Will definitely return to use this property in the future. Host was very accommodating and property was immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

It was great

I loved this little place perfect place to stay I stayed with my older kids to see our marine , easy to get to based will stay here again . Owner was easy to work with
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene F.

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

Absolutely Amazing

This place was amazing in every way, even snacks, everything you would need was there. Nice area, quiet and absolutely adorable JUST AMAZING, SPARKLING CLEAN.......
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Wonderful stay

Rhonda was very sweet and answered all of questions right away. We felt right at home and appreciated all of the little extras that were there for us! I would highly recommend her property and will definately book with her again for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled from WV to see family in the area and enjoyed our stay very much! Communication was wonderful. My kids enjoyed the snacks & board games! Appreciated the extra towels & blankets. She even had the smallest things like tape, seasonings, & a first aid kit on hand. The home was very neat and clean! Definitely would stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian G.

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

Amazing home

Lovely house equipped with all that small stuff you usally want to buy for a short stay (dishwasher tabs, coffee filter, spices, ...) Very friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Marian was a great guest. They are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

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

Perfect

Wonderful location (close to base), clean, with tons of amenities... ideal for a visit with military family/friends. Rhonda was a great host and very accommodating/understanding on late check-in/out due to schedules. Would happily stay at "Making Waves" again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2023
I just wanted to thank you for staying at Making Waves. And thanks for leaving everything clean. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta L M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully equip home. Clean, comfortable. Very kind neighbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Nice and relaxing

The vibe of making waves was perfect for a nice relaxing evening after a busy day with family. The house was very clean and my kids enjoyed the snacks and water that was there. The perfect place for a small get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2023
Thanks for staying with Making Waves . And thanks for leaving everything so neat. I look forward to having you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April D.

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

Southern Hospitality

Our stay was wonderful. The house was clean and cozy. Our host was awesome. She was amazing. Tended to our needs personally. We were shone Southern Hospitality at it's best. Definitely staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene W.

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

Cute place!

This house was amazing! It is central to so much around Jacksonville and surrounding areas. The house is well maintained and has everything you need for your stay. If we are down in that area again I would definitely go with this house again. The hostess Rhonda is an amazing lady and goes above and beyond to make your stay wonderful. I wish we had more than 2 days here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Irene was a great guest. They are welcome back anytime. They were very quiet, followed rules and left the house clean. The only problem I had was they didn’t stay long enough.. Thanks Irene for staying at Making Waves. I enjoyed our little chat. I look forward to another visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel y.

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

Relaxing and comfortable

Rhonda is an amazing host with great communication. The house is clean , equipped with everything you need for cooking and cleaning. Wifi was easy to add to our devices. Neighborhood was very quiet and safe. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Beautifully decorated and very comfortable stay.

I had the best time with my grandsons. The house was beautifully decorated with an ocean theme in every room. The environment was very relaxing. The boys enjoyed playing in the backyard. My family from in Jacksonville came over and kept commenting how nice the house was. Rhonda thought of everything and was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2023
Jean I thank you for choosing Making Waves. I AM SO SORRY I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE SEND BUTTON BEFORE I WAS FINISHED. To ALL HOST, I GIVE JEAN 5 STARS. SHE WAS A GREAT GUEST. When I was filling out her guest review I hit send before I was ready. I WOULD LOVE TO HOST PEOPLE LIKE JEAN ANYTIME.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Awesome

“Making Waves” is truly a home away from home; even if for two days. Thank you for allowing us to be a guest as we came to pack up our Marine after serving his four years at Camp Lejune. A very enjoyable experience and so much better than a stuffy hotel. Your home was superb, adorable, cozy, clean, comfortable, inviting and so much more. “Making Waves” is close to shopping, dining, beach and the military bace. Your hospitality & kindness is very much appreciated and a blessing. I wish we had discovered you and “Making Wave” sooner in our sone enlistments so we could have stayed more often as we visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2024
Thanks for staying with us. I enjoyed meeting you. And thanks for the beautiful bottles.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rhonda Hough

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We are from Atlanta, GA. We moved here in 1976 . My husband joined the Marines and stayed in for 12 years. He got out and went to work for Federal Government as an Air Traffic Controller. He really enjoyed his job.

Why they chose this property

We chose this neighborhood because we had a friend who lived in this area. We bought the Airbnb house and remodeled it. We have been here 49 years.

What makes this property unique

It is decorated in a beach theme and I furnish every thing. It’s BEAUTIFUL

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