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Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool!

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W237-31
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrightsville SUP
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 - Primary

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathrooom 2

Half bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool!

Feel all your stress and worries melt away the instant you pull up to this spectacular home! There is no home on Wrightsville beach better suited for gathering large family groups. The most notable and rare feature is the surplus of parking that Sparkie’s Place offers – two garages that house four vehicles and a parking pad that allows parking for four to six additional vehicles. There is an elevator just inside the foyer that can be accessed through the garage or front entry that services all floors of this lovely home making it convenient for unloading luggage, groceries, and ensures the whole family can access their desired destination.

Moving up to the first floor of the home you are greeted by new flooring updated just in time for the 2024 season, a comfortable living room that leads out to a deck and a dreamlike kitchen. The kitchen is perfect for meal preparation with three ovens, two gas ranges, two microwaves, two dishwashers, two sinks, and two refrigerators! There is a formal dining room just off the kitchen in addition to the bar seating and a gorgeous farmhouse kitchen table. The layout of this kitchen makes it ideal for dinner parties and gives endless possibilities for families to host memorable holiday gatherings. There is also a full laundry room and pantry off the kitchen – there is no shortage of storage in this home! On the other side of the stairwell you will find a half bathroom and the first guest room with queen bed and beautiful french doors.

The second floor has four guest rooms all complete with new flooring as of 2024, shared jack and jill bathrooms and several private deck areas with new furniture to relax and soak in the salt air. The spacious master bedroom offers an elegantly appointed private bathroom and deck with new furniture overlooking the ocean. The top level of this home has a sleeping area with a pyramid bunk bed and sleeper sofa that is perfect for kids and teens. There is also a wet bar with microwave, small refrigerator, coffee pot, full bathroom and deck with expansive views of the sound and ocean.

Enjoy unobstructed ocean views with one of the nine exterior decks or get some sand between your toes – with the beach access conveniently located across the street it makes enjoying the ocean a breeze. The private saltwater pool is perfect for taking a refreshing dip in after a long day in the sun and is a great place to for the entire family to gather. Pack up the family and start your adventure today!

Occupancy: 23
Stay Restrictions: Friday to Friday rental in Summer.
Bedding Configuration: 3 Kings, 2 Queens, 3 Bunk Beds (Twin/ Full), 2 Sofa Beds
Parking: Garage will accommodate 4 vehicles, ample parking in driveway
Prohibited: Smoking, Boats and Trailers, and Golf Carts
Pet Policy: Pet Policy: Dogs welcome as an optional add-on for this property with a non-refundable fee of $250 + tax that is charged per pet. Maximum of 2 dogs per reservation. Charge will be added after booking when the option to bring a pet and number of pets are selected. Nonrefundable fees are listed in the House Rules and animals must be disclosed via the Rental Agreement. Fees are not included automatically when booking on VRBO and must be paid separately to the host if you wish to bring a pet(s). Failure to disclose and prepay for dogs will result in penalty fees which are disclosed in House Rule #16.


*Please keep in mind that if you are renting a property with a pool during the off-season, it may not be open or available. Pools are usually open from mid- May to September, but dates can vary based on weather, permits, HOA guidelines, inspections, improvements, and unforeseen events. For more detailed information on specific pools, please feel free to contact our office.
Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking, cancellations at 31+ days before check-in will receive a full refund after a $350 cancellation fee is deducted, cancellations at 15-30 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of monies paid less a $350 cancellation fee and less than 15 days prior to arrival is not subject to a refund.  All policies are subject to possible additional refund based on re-rental, excluding non-refundable cancellation fees and travel insurance (if applicable).

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “W237 – Sparkie's Place” as a vacation rental.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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

Wrightsville Beach

Parmele Isle, a neighbourhood in Wrightsville Beach, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. South End Surf Shop and New Hanover County Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Wrightsville Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wrightsville SUP - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Poe's Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Shark Bar And Kitchen - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool!?

As of 27 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool! on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$1,140, 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 Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exquisite 7BR Home w Elevator and Private Pool! located?

Located in Parmele Isle, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 37 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2026
Visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was perfect for our Thanksgiving feast. Having 2 ovens and 2 refrigerators was exactly what we needed for our large group! The large table also had enough seating for us all to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kajal b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property we loved the pool and enjoyed everything perfect location near the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a lovely stay and that the property met all of your needs. We appreciate your kind words and are glad that we were able to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Your feedback is invaluable, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Stay in Wrightsville

Great property and everything went very well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2025
Thank you for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience with our property. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're grateful for your kind words. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Reid W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Property management was responsive. One fridge did not work the entire time, drain in bathroom was stopped up. Rest of house was used heavily. Porches and rails were mildewed, some were dangerous to touch or lean against. Pool area decking was deteriorated and pool was not clean. General upkeep and this house is a great spot for a crowd. Neighbors complain about everything!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry about the issues you encountered. We're addressing these concerns and appreciate your input. We hope you had a pleasant stay overall.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Overall it is a nice house, but it needs some upkeep, ie fresh paint and replacing some exterior ceiling fans, the bar stools are past their design life, the deck needs staining, the right garage door would not stay closed, the master BR door handles are about to come loose, 1 microwave does not work, the 4th floor suite mini fridge does not work, and the dryer runs all the time if the door is closed. The Property management was responsive; however, none of these items were repaired/replaced during our stay. Final item, is there is a very unhappy neighbor behind the residence that does not want a VRBO next door as he called the cops when it was just the number of people the residence is advertised to accommodate.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for any inconveniences you may have experienced. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we'll work to address items mentioned. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzette g.

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

Family reunion

Was perfect for two families. Great sofa, the breeze in the morning was amazing this time of year.The kitchen is spectacular, great for 2 moms cooking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that the property was a great fit for your family's need. It's great to know that you had an enjoyable stay and we appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

New Year’s Stay

Great property for a large group! Close to restaurants, bars and golf! Short walk to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
Brian, thank you for the review! We agree, Sparkie's Place is a great location for a large group!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua T.

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

Lovely home, tons of space

We loved the amount of space and amenities, truly gorgeous home. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2022
Thank you for the review, Joshua! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope you choose us for your next vacation!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon T.

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

Graduation weekend

Great house. Needs some minor cosmetic repairs but great overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2024
Thank you for the kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we can't wait to see you back again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

martha f.

Sparkie’s Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great timewonderful locationcute poolloads of space for parking lots of vehicles
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2022
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback and wonderful review. We are so glad you had a great vacation. Sparkie's Place covers everything a large gathering could want for, with the bonus of the large pool. We hope you will visit again in the very near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house and location

We rented this house for mostly family and a few close friends of our wedding party. Very spacious with a lot of places for people to hang out. Walking distance to the beach, views of the beach and bay from balconies, 3 min drive off the island. We didn’t use the pool but would be a great touch for a summer stay. Highly recommended for large groups!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2022
Hi Dan! Thank you for your review. Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! We agree, Sparkie's Place is one of the best stays on the island for large groups! Hope you choose us again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Great for Large Groups

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay here. The floor plan was great for our large group of 10. Location was perfect and house was everything we expected from viewing online. Highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Wendy, Sparkie's Place is a house of amazing size and appealing to the eye as well! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Aileen A.

Family lodging for daughters wedding

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is very spacious and our family of 19 (multiple families). Perfect location to get to where the wedding was located. Kids loved the house, they played hide and seek all day. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2021
Aileen, thank you so much for all the wonderful comments on Sparkie's Place and for trusting us to host your family for your daughter's wedding! Congrats to the newlyweds from all of us at Bryant! Sparkie's is a great option for large groups since everyone definitely has their own space with the many levels, each bedroom having a bathroom, and there are a few areas where kids can hang out to themselves in the bunk room and the top floor area. You'll have to visit when it's a bit warmer out next time to utilize the awesome saltwater pool! The owner is making some improvements this off season as well that we are excited to share when completed. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you will be back again in the future!
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6/10 Okay

Steve H.

Good layout...just needs maintenance and capital upgrades

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love the size and location on Sparkie's Place, we have now gone here two years in a row. The unfortunate thing is the owner is not keeping up with maintenance and capital items, particularly for the price paid.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Hi Steve. Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your vacation and we will report your suggestions in the owner's file for their review for possible updates they may be planning in the future. We hope you will continue vacationing at Sparkie's Place every year!
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8/10 Good

Nice vacation but house needs work

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This propety has a wonderful location and great floor plan. I could give it 5 stars if only it were given some TLC. The walls need painting & the carpets need to be replaced (filthy). No ice in either frdige-had to buy our own everyday. Needs exterior maintenance too. Deck furniture a little lacking. Could be perfect though!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2021
Dawn, we are thrilled to hear you loved the location and layout of Sparkie's Place! This unit offers three levels with spacious rooms, updated bathrooms, and plenty of porches as well as a salt water pool! The owners have done a lot of work this last off season with ceiling painting, a new oven, added a gas grill, and more. We regularly carpet clean this unit especially being pet friendly, but due to the white carpeting, a lot of stains are permanent and still visible despite being sanitized. I will certainly make note of your suggestions as we heavily rely on guest feedback to encourage improvements from owners, so thank you for the feedback! The ice maker was recently broken and the part is on order to fix it - vendors and appliances/parts have caused a lot of frustration this year as everything is a long wait time. We provided two ice trays as a placeholder for the time being until the part is replaced. Sorry for that inconvenience, we hope you can understand! We appreciate your comments and will make note of them all to pass along. We hope you will return back next time you visit the area! Take care!
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8/10 Good

Wendy I.

Family Vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was the perfect size for our family, however, it could have been in better condition for the $. The pool was great, but for a house that sleeps this many, it should have been checked in the middle of the week as it was very cloudy due to how much an how many of us were using it every day.My biggest complaint was the elevator. Bryant called us a few days before our arrival to let us know that the elevator was not working and would not be fixed during our stay and asked if this was going to be a problem, when I said it was definitely an inconvenience they just were like, "Okay, let us know if you have any other concerns during your stay." I feel like we should have been offered some sort of discount since we did pay for a four story rental with an elevator.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2022
Hi Wendy. I am glad that this house worked for you. I do apologize for the elevator not working and any inconvenience that caused. We would have been more than happy to call the pool company to service the pool if we had known that it was becoming cloudy. We hope to see you again in the very near future!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nicole W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Not worth the money

The rental process for this property did not end with the “confirmed booking” on this app. You will go through correspondence with a separate rental agency that makes you sign several pages of policies. No groups of any kind besides immediate family, which is pretty crazy for a house that sleeps 23 people. Very odd that not even church groups were allowed. The way money was spent in this house made no sense to any of us. White rugs and white cushions showed stains everywhere. Coffee maker was broken. Porch screen ripped and completely broken table outside. The exterior of the front of house is the most appealing part. Poor landscaping in the back leads to a very dirty deck and furniture near the pool. Overall, I would not recommend this place to anyone and do not plan to stay here again. The house had tons of potential but it was not put to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2024
Updated 2024: As of April 2024, this home has new flooring throughout, as well as all new outdoor furniture on decks and the pool area. Photos of the home were updated in March 2024. Hi Nicole, thank you for your review and feedback. Like most rental management companies, we list our properties on VRBO, and our involvement is transparently stated on the listing, "Managed by Bryant Real Estate". While there may be exceptions made, we typically do not rent to groups unrelated and under the average age of 30 - this policy is mandated to protect the homeowner's investment and ensure the property does not attract party groups or other events. Groups can make a request in writing for pre-approval with management for special situations. This is listed on your signed contract, and can be found on our website under "Rental Policies" for reference. I am sorry the white carpets were not your taste - but please know, they are regularly carpet cleaned throughout the year to keep them sanitized, even if permanent staining is still visible. (The unit was carpet cleaned just a month and a half prior to your arrival, and we also scheduled another clean at the end of September for normal maintenance). We don't have any reports of the Keurig being broken during your stay, but I see a brand new coffee maker was added in addition to the Keurig after your stay. The housekeepers clean the decks and pool area including wiping off pool furniture on each clean, but I will see about scheduling regular landscaping to promote a more enjoyable outdoor experience for future guests, although we have not had any other complaints. We wish you the best in your future rental endeavors. Take care!
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6/10 Okay

Sharon K.

Horrible unprofessional realtor

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We toured the home in October before renting. The screens on the porch were torn badly and the furniture was moldy. We told the realtor and they said it would probably be fixed before July. It wasn't, rendering the porch unusable. Then, I personally returned an undamaged and functioning garage door opener to the realtor. They charged me $50 saying it was damaged with no proof or notice. We have rented homes up and down the NC coast for 20 years and I've never seen such a lack of professionalism. I would highly recommend renting thru someone else. The rental is listed on multiple sites.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hansel T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Cheap and Shoddy

Several balcony door locks broken or missing, Ice maker broken, one role of low quality TP per bathroom, No extra trash bags, floors were dirty, second hand repurposed furniture with rips and tears, no first aid kit, 14 page contract to fill out and send back, rigid rules with severe penalties ($300 for missing garage door opener) for check-in and check out. Really doesn't sleep as many as the website claims comfortably. We were going for a memorial service and I stated as much in the initial VRBO correspondence....but kept getting "Enjoy your Vacation!" emails. Email from property manager stated we need parking passes then I was told we didn't need parking passes at the office? I wanted a place where the family could gather and mourn without having to worry about insignificant things....however the tone set by the property manager's automatic emails and materials made everyone feel unwelcome and uneasy. In the beginning of the process, I chatted with a VRBO tech about the ridiculous contract and she was no help.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2024
Updated 2024: As of April 2024, this home has new flooring throughout, as well as all new outdoor furniture on decks and the pool area. Photos of the home were updated in March 2024.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Robyn P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Hard Pass

Let this be a warning that the property photos don’t represent the current condition of the home, which is exceptionally tired. Features & furnishings are broken, missing, torn, and/or dirty. On the upside, the location is fantastic, and for those traveling with a large group, the home was big enough, so it never seemed crowded. The pool was definitely a bonus. The following is a list of some of what we experienced. 1. The next-door neighbor is awful. On Saturday at 12:30 PM my guests, and I were enjoying the swimming pool. The neighbor continuously yelled profanity and kept screaming that this was “a neighborhood, not a party.” 2. Ants are a huge problem, and I don’t mean just a couple ants. Thousands of ants were in the sink, counters, and around the refrigerator. I even had ants crawling on me while sitting on the family room couch. 3. Upon arrival, none of the four TVs worked. Maintenance came and was able to get two of them working. BTW, the maintenance workers are fantastic! Huge shout out to David & Jason who quickly responded to all the repairs needed during our stay. 4. Nearly every piece of furniture was dirty, torn, or broken, and I’m not even exaggerating. 5. The carpet is stained beyond repair. 6. Some pots, pans and cooking utensils were missing. 7. There’s more, but I think you get it …
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2024
Updated 2024: As of April 2024, this home has new flooring throughout, as well as all new outdoor furniture on decks and the pool area. Photos of the home were updated in March 2024. Robyn, thank you for the feedback. We hate that your experience with us was less than ideal, and by the time we are seeing this review someone from our leadership team has already reached out to you about these issues. We are working with the property owner to provide some updates to the furnishings of this home during the off-season, as furniture, etc. can get worn fairly quickly in a home that holds this many people. We are so glad to hear the kind words about David & Jason, we agree! Our maintenance team is pretty fantastic! Again, thank you for the feedback.
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10/10 Excellent

Gar T.

Great House for a large group BUT.......

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: LOVE LOVE LOVE this house and the location but it's apparent that it is probably rented 52 weeks a year as there is much that needs maintenance/touch up/repair. #1 NO ICEMAKER!! There are TWO refrigerators and neither one makes ice. We paid 16k for a week and we had to go buy bags of ice every day. #2 The beds are THE WORST. I think they bought them all at one of those cheap mattress outlets and chose the absolute lowest quality they could get. #3 the "screened" porch on the back overlooking the pool has huge sections of screen torn away so the bugs come and go with ease. #4 Two microwaves in the kitchen and only one worked. #5 the large TV in the kitchen was inoperable when we arrived (we never used the TVs really anyway) We called Bryant Real Estate to report all of the above upon Check in on Saturday and on Wednesday a repairman showed up unannounced. The repairman was super nice and was able to fix the TV but the busted microwave, lack of ice maker and other items were obviously not able to be dealt with at his level.The kitchen was well stocked with plates/pots/etc. The furniture was all very nice with the exception of the horrible beds. The pool was wonderful for when you come back from the beach. The walk to the beach was super easy, maybe 300 yards or so. We loved all of the outside decks. The one on the top level has a wonderful view of the ocean. Anyway, a house like this and for this price (16k/week) should have good beds and an ice-maker too. Honestly, this house was perfect for our family of 19 but every time I went to get bagged ice it just made me so angry and then everyone complained about how they slept on the terrible beds every morning on top of that. Anyway, if you can overlook the lack of ice and the terrible beds, this place is awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2021
Gar, thank you very much for your thorough review and feedback. We truly do rely on guest feedback since we are not actively living in the houses, we can't catch everything like the icemaker not functioning! Your feedback also allows us to pass suggestions for improvements along to the property owners so I have made note on some issues. #1. Maintenance checked this and found the arm of the icemaker to be damaged likely from a last guest so we have to repair it. Sorry this caused such an inconvenience! #2. I will make note of your mattress issues. We do a thorough mattress inspection on each of our houses and my data for the beds shows all of them are in good condition, most of them 2019 or newer. It's tough with rentals since every guest will have a different preference for mattress comfort. This is the first complaint I've had in the last few years for this property so they are unlikely to be replaced soon. #3. We are not aware of any torn screens but will look into it. There were a couple patches from previous rips but the screen is secure and whole as of last inspection. #4. Again, since we don't live in the properties it's hard to know when something is not working like a microwave until a guest lets us know. Maintenance has a vendor looking at it and will replace or repair accordingly. Thankfully the unit has another functioning one! #5. Glad our maintenance tech could fix that TV and get it working! Unfortunately the other issues required owner permission and vendors so we appreciate your patience with that. When you reported the issues you gave us "permission to enter" so maintenance goes in when they arrive. It sounds like you all had a wonderful time nonetheless enjoying the beach, the pool, and rest of the house! Sparkie's is a wonderfully spacious home with plenty of space for families to spread out. We would love to have you stay with us again, we have some similar units if you are interested in different beds. Thank you again, Gar, take care!
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2/10 Terrible

Keith K.

Not a $$$ Exclusive Family Vacation Rental, OK for Frat Boys

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We visited the home last spring and found it to be perfect for our Labor Day wkend which now included our son's marriage. Big enough for our immediate family and across from the beach w/ a POOL! We had special requirements for the home: elevator for our wheelchair bound nephew and senior parents. We knew it was broken but was assured it would be repaired before our vacation. Booking was quick and easy and they had our money in full by July 4th. We kept inquiring about the elevator w/ no reply until 1 week before our vacation when we were informed that the elevator would NOT be operational and that we had til the EOB to cancel the rental for a refund. Needless to say this was unacceptable and I called immediately to see what the agency/owner's would be able to do for our call back, no information, no alternative housing, no assistance in finding handicap facilities for our nephew/parents, etc...We had no choice but to continue w/ the rental and we were astounded with how worn, dirty, and unkempt the house was on our arrival. We couldn't walk on the carpets inside or out without shoes on, making a 2 yr olds vacation a battle. Unpacking there was no empty cabinets for the food we need for our group. Organization of the kitchen was haphazard at best making cooking time a chore. Morning 1 we had no hot water in half of the house...Apparently the solar powered water and Gas hot water heaters aren't talking to one another. To be fair, they sent a very helpful and pleasant repair man who confirmed my Dx and repaired the situation. There was no broom, vacuum, or blower to tidy up the deck so that became another chore. Dinner Day 1 was a Boil which we normally cook outside but the grill was cheap, rusted, dirty and best of all, barely operable (took 1 hr to cook a burger). No back up Propane tank in case you run out (it felt nearly empty but since we couldn't cook, we didn't use any more. The garage was a disaster w a good portion of it filled w/
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Keith, I am saddened to hear you were unsatisfied with Sparkie's Place. It's such a popular rental with so many great reviews. I apologize that the elevator wasn't repaired for your stay but that was out of our control. I wish we could have relocated you to another wheelchair assessable rental, but everything is always booked in the summer months. Especially during a holiday, which was during your stay. As far as the other issues, we would have gladly brought you a broom, vacuum cleaner and propane tank had we known you were in need of these items. We hope you will continue visiting Wrightsville Beach in the future and we wish you well.
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8/10 Good

Tom H.

Sparkie's place review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall we had a great stay. Issues: Top floor shower did not drain well. Main level bathroom did not have a towel or toilet paper rack. Deck banister off the kitchen was loose. I called this in as a safety issue and it was not responded to. Issue w the biggest oven but it was addressed timely. Great location, great facility overall and having my 87 year old mom with us the elevator was a great asset.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Tom, we appreciate your feedback and review from your stay at Sparkie's Place! We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time at the beach and the elevator was a great amenity for your mother. I pulled up the service order from the items you reported to us and it looks like our maintenance tech fixed the oven right away. The deck issue we had to call a vendor for, and instead of interrupting your stay with construction, we took care of it when you checked out. The towel bar has also been repaired and we are having the entire unit carpet cleaned this week. We appreciate you bringing these items to our attention but do regret that you had to encounter them before our team caught them. We would love to host your family again next time you visit the area and hope you will consider Sparkie's Place again!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Raleigh, NC

Together with Family

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is very nice and spacious and well stocked with all the utensils, pots, and pans you would need to cook for a large family. The elevator is a great ADA accommodation. My only complaint is that the walls were dirty and the carpets could be cleaner. Overall the house was very clean and pleasant. The bathroom that accommodates the bunked room on the 3rd floor could use some TLC.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Beverly, we are so excited you enjoyed Sparkie's Place during your quick trip to Wrightsville and found it nice and clean on arrival! Our team works very closely with the housekeeping team to ensure our high standards are met on each clean. Sparkie's offers a large, open living space with plenty of amenities to enjoy including the large kitchen, countless porches, and saltwater pool! I will make note about your comments on the walls and carpeting and pass them along to the property manager. We do regularly carpet clean this unit but since the carpets are white, unfortunately some permanent staining remains. We appreciate your kind review and hope you will consider spending your next geteaway at Sparkie's Place!

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