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Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach

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Relax on the deck with wicker sofas and a small table, surrounded by a pergola and a scenic view.
Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with sleek cabinetry, a stainless steel range, and a large window.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, water dispenser, and sink.
Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and armchair.
Classic two-story building with a white facade and wooden shingle roof, featuring a balcony with white railings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Wrightsville Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • South End Surf Shop
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wrightsville Beach

South End stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this South End cottage, you'll find Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop. Aussie Island Surf Shop and Johnnie Mercer's Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South End Surf Shop - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wrightsville SUP - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 14 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oceanic - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shark Bar And Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬3 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.

Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach

Discover the beauty of Wrightsville Beach from this welcoming 3-bedroom cottage. Step inside and feel instantly at home in this awesome property. With 2 queen beds and 1 full bed, it's perfect for a superb getaway with friends or family. Located in the sought after south end of Wrightsville Beach, the cottage, built in 1947, is a good representation of old Wrightsville of yesteryear. The house sits amongst beautiful custom homes yet has a very laid back vibe on the south end just across the street from the beach. It is steps away from public beach access ‘41’ and a quick walk to the lazy beaches of Banks Channel. This unit has been completely renovated and is the perfect base camp for a memorable beach vacation.

Welcome to The Prickly Pear Cottage Upper Unit, named after the native cactus that inhabits the beautiful barrier islands of this part of North Carolina and is easily visible at the beaches across the street. It is the upper level unit of a duplex cottage, and it is steps away from public beach access '40' & '41'. In the other direction and easy walk lies the Oceanic Restaurant & Bar, Sundays Cafe/Bakery Shop, and South End Surf Shop. On many mornings and evenings, you can hear the sound of the ocean waves as you enjoy the beach breeze with a cup of coffee or a cocktail on the porch rockers. This unit, with the original yellow pine hardwood floors throughout, has been completely renovated with a brand new kitchen and updated bathroom. The home was carefully restored in a manner to reflect the historic nature of this beach cottage as one of the first of its kind on the south end of Wrightsville Beach Island. After a long day at the beach or on the water, there is an outdoor shower to rinse off, a relaxing porch to have a drink and take in the sea breeze, and a cozy living room area and bedrooms to unwind. Rates are better than most hotels on the island plus you get the luxury of having separate bedrooms and your own spacious, well appointed kitchen, living room, and outdoor wraparound porch! No need to worry about parking as there are your own parking spots in the driveway. Park your car and you may not need to use it again for the rest of your trip.

The lower unit, which has also been listed on VRBO for the 3 previous years, currently hosts two longer term tenants. Reviews for that unit can be found on 'Prickly Pear across street from Beach'

Property manager

DAVE and TRICIA

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • Children are welcome.

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 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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach to the airport?

This cottage is 11.4 mi (23-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach to the beach?

This cottage is a short 1-minute walk from Wrightsville Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach to downtown Wrightsville Beach?

This cottage is 1.5 mi away from Wrightsville Beach.

Prickly Pear Cottage, Upper Unit - 3 bedroom charmer on south Wrightsville Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach stay for small group

Very tidy, cozy spot close to the beach. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage for family to celebrate Hoggard High School graduation.

We loved the cottage - inviting, comfortable, and spotless!Beds quite comfortable and porch the best! Spent many morning and evening hours there.Everything was wonderful so no complaints at all. A suggestion that it would be nice to have one more bathroom, although the outside shower was helpful. A great stay ad would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025