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Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport!

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Stroll through a serene forested area along a well-maintained pathway lined with ground-level lights.
Relax in this inviting living space with a comfortable sofa, ottoman, and plush rug.
Cozy cottage with a front door and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
Cozy living space with a compact kitchen, bar area, and comfortable seating.
Stroll through a serene garden surrounded by lush greenery and a charming picket fence.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Southport, NC
  • The Clubs at St. James
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Southport Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southport

In Southport .You'll be steps from Franklin Square Gallery and a 5-minute walk from The Clubs at St. James. North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Waterfront Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Clubs at St. James - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Southport Marina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Frying Pan - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport!

Birdsong Cottage is set back behind the 114 W. West St main house and accessed through a side garden gate and path.

The cottage is ideally situated in the heart of historic Southport - a short walking distance to all of the quaint antique stores, chic boutiques, and laid-back riverfront seafood restaurants and bars.

The Oak Island Beaches are 10 minutes away. Bald Head Island and the beaches of Pleasure Island: Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Fort Fisher are just a 20 minute ferry ride from Southport. The ferry is 6 minutes from the cottage.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 601192687

Property is also known as

Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic Southport House
Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic House
Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic Southport
Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic
Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic Southport House
Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic House
Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic Southport
Private Garden Cottage Located Heart Historic
Private Located Heart Historic

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.1 mi (45-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.9 mi (53-min drive) from Carolina Beach and 8.2 mi (48-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! to downtown Southport?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Southport.

Private Garden Cottage in the heart of Historic Southport! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 215 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Kelly was a great host! Very easy to communicate with. The house was clean and tidy, comfortable for two and felt so private. Thank you for the amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We came for our 10th anniversary, my wife and I.Kelly was great to work with. Great communication, great introduction on our first day, just a great overall host.Not only did we enjoy our stay, but we can't wait till we get to make the trip back. Hopefully sooner than later.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Great location! Walking distance to the water, places to eat and go shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Heart of Southport

This property was the perfect place to stay for a few nights in Southport! Kelly met us at the gate and was lovely! We walked to all the shops, to fish on the piers, and to eat at restaurants. The cottage was very clean and updated. It’s the perfect place to stay when visiting the area! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place!

This was the perfect place to stay while on our anniversary trip to Southport for the weekend. It is close enough to walk to most things, yet private enough to enjoy some quiet time. The bottle of wine and cheeseboard were also such a sweet and generous touch. We will most definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage is perfect. Beautiful, comfortable, and perfectly located. Everything we could possibly need was available, both in the cottage and in the neighborhood! Thanks for making this such a welcoming place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bird Song Cottage

We chose the cottage to celebrate our 50th anniversary and thoroughly enjoyed our time there. It’s just right for relaxing or strolling around the neighborhood. Great restaurants are only three blocks away and the waterfront is a terrific place to spend an afternoon! Bring your bikes and take a tour of the historic city of Southport. Traffic is not a problem and you can cover the entire area in a couple of hours. Kelly is very accommodating and even let us check in a little early. We will be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

D G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage Getaway

Birdsong Cottage is absolutely charming. Exceeding our expectations in everyway. The cottage is within the heart of downtown Southport, and all the shops and restaurants it has to offer. The host was very accommodating and made our stay even more relaxing. Highly recommend Birdsong Cottage to anyone looking to visit the Southport area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

An amazing place to stay! Communication was fantastic, check in was quick and simple, and the location is great! Very clean and inviting. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOLEIGH P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This day was absolutely perfect. We were in town for the weekend, to visit friends, we rented a golf cart and made the most of it. The hostess was absolutely phenomenal pro providing everything that we need and then some beautiful. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary weekend

Perfect spot for our anniversary weekend! The cottage was conveniently located to walk around the quaint town. We always love our trips to Southport!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terrific cottage for 2 in a fabulous location in Southport, NC!

I booked the Birdsong cottage for two nights this week. Kelly was a pleasure to work with. I feel like I met a new friend! Definitely plan to stay there again because we love Southport and this cottage is in an ideal location for our needs and for two of us, do not need anything larger. 5 ’s!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

howard n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gigi R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of Paradise

The owners were there to greet us and showed us where to park. Then lead us inside the sweetest cottage with a welcoming charcutery tray and wine. They told us details and were available
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and location.

We enjoyed our stay and loved the place. The location was great to allow us to enjoy all the Southport Winterfest 2024 events. Place had everything we needed. Would recommend this place to anyone. Check it out!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary

Great stay. Everything was clean and comfortable. Beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellence in Southport

Every aspect of this property- location, condition, amenities, communication with owner- was exactly as advertised. Easy walking distance to Southport visitor highlights. Worthy 5- star destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for single/couple

Very private and can walk to many (if not all) of Southport’s restaurants and shops. Spent anniversary with my wife. Cottage had all the amenities and hosts were excellent with communication and checkin. Looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liesl W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable Weekend Getaway!

Had an absolute fantastic time here this weekend! Very clean, and the perfect space. I would recommend bring some bug stray if you plan to sit outside, but otherwise no complaints! Will definitely be coming back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

It was a wonderful place in the heart of town. I was surprised how quite it was. Loved the screened in side porch. Really clean. Great parking. Could have walked to all the best spots. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven on Earth!

Fantastic host, adorable cottage, walking distance to most everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leighann V.

Liked: Cleanliness

LDW in Southport!

Had a great 2 night stay at Kelly’s cottage! We stayed in Southport for Labor Day weekend and would DEFINITELY book again! Walkable distance to downtown shops/restaurants, a 15-min drive to the beach, private entry and parking! Welcome basket was such a kind touch and we loved little unexpected touches like coffee being in the cabinet and beach towels being provided. This was the perfect little cottage and we’d love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024