Fantastic House!!

Guest: Susie (Asheville)
Date of Stay: 11/09/11 Review Submitted: 11/14/11

Well, let me just start with...... this house is Beautiful!! I came down with my 7.5 ladies combo tennis team to play in a State tournament and we had such a wonderful time staying at this house!! I think it brought us good luck as we won the State Championship!! Carol Ann has thought of everything, so you are never left wondering how to operate something in the house. It was easy to get to, and the location was fantastic!! I watched the sun rise over the ocean every morning we were there from our balcony...... breathtaking!! Thank you again for being so accommodating and easy to work with.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Fantastic Vacation!

Guest: LIVON (Virginia)
Date of Stay: 09/16/11 Review Submitted: 11/06/11

I spent a holiday with my friend & her 2 sons at this beautiful lagoon beach villa. We enjoyed our stay very much. The home is beautifully decorated & appointed with luxury detail throughout. The bathrooms are exquisite and the gourmet kitchen beyond any decorator showcase house. The owners seem to think of everything. The kids loved the Kayaks & our day on a nearby island using the motor boat. Walking to the beach is a short distance. All in all, a perfect getaway destination for much larger groups than ours.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Serenity plus

Guest: Marzie (Hillsborough, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 11/02/11

I was lucky to be able to spend time at the Sanctuary and enjoyed crystalline skies and beautiful beaches. The house is restful, tastefully decorated, very clean and well-equipped. If you hate to cook, there are a variety of good restaurants nearby. This area is great for walkers and bikers and those who enjoy reading a good book by the surf, or on one of the decks. Don't worry: there is cable and wi-fi if you can't unplug. This house fosters relaxation and great conversations.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

The Ultimate Getaway Property - Best in Wrightsville Beach

Guest: Erika (Chapel Hill, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/26/11 Review Submitted: 10/23/11

We feel so fortunate to have discovered this Sanctuary on the shore. Our whole family loved our Wrightsville Beach vacation. We have travelled extensively and think this home is the best we have vacationed in anywhere. The owner has created an ideal balance of beachy and glamorous. It is laid back with a shot of chic. The location is perfect. Peaceful views of lagoon, marsh and ocean (which is only a couple blocks away). There is a lot of appeal to being in a serene setting which also offers a super short walk to the vibrant beach and town. Each evening we watched the sun set over the golden marsh with a glass of wine on the master bedroom balcony. While the casually elegant decor really suited our taste, we also appreciated the top-of-the line appliances, well-stocked kitchen (dish ware, cookware, sharp knives, silverware, utensils, etc.), new large screen TVs, comfortable beds and pillows, stylishly appointed bathrooms, steam shower, swimming dock, elevator for loading and unloading our belongings and outdoor shower. With plenty of room for larger gatherings/lounging, the layout also offers many indoor and outdoor spaces one can getaway for private relaxation or just to revel in the view. The bunk beds were a huge hit with the kids. This was our second visit and we plan on The Sanctuary being our go-to place when we vacation at the beach.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

BEST RENTAL IN WILMINGTON

Guest: Happy family (Chapel Hill, NC USA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 07/22/11

We have rented The Sanctuary several times, this last vacation was early July. It is a beautiful home, very relaxing, with fabulous views. From the third floor balcony we can see as far as downtown Wilmington with all the July 4th fireworks. The house has every amenity, even a cuisinart for food prep, griddle for morning pancakes, kayaks for paddling around the lagoon and near-by marshes. The mattresses are so comfortable. We love the outdoor shower after a day at the beach. The house has two separate living areas, on main floor and mid-level - great for our large group. We think this is the best vacation rental in Wrightsville.

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Spacious and great location

Guest: anonymous (Virginia)
Date of Stay: 05/11/11 Review Submitted: 07/16/11

Great location, nice house, but numerous limitations on facilities. Not as clean or maintained as expected for price. Recommend thoroughly inspecting house upon arrival. Neighbors tend to be a bit intrusive. Suitable property for quiet, low-impact renters.

Owner response:I am sorry these guests did not appreciate The Sanctuary as much as our other guests. Despite the landscape sprinkler system and our manicured grounds, they set up a tent in the rear yard so some of them could sleep outdoors. They were disgruntled that they were asked to remove the tent (intrusive neighbors?) and thus they write in general negative terms about a home that gets consistent rave reviews. In terms of cleanliness, our cleaner spent extra time removing their grease from the Wolf cooktop. I think our property was not a match for them.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+.

UNBELIEVEABLE!!

Guest: Amy (Winnabow)
Date of Stay: 05/19/11 Review Submitted: 06/06/11

This beautiful home was the perfect place for our family reunion. My guests and I were so relaxed and comfortable we didn't want to go home. The fishing and golf crowd was happy; the eating and drinking and enjoying the beach and the deck crowd were delighted; the cooks were impressed with how well appointed the kitchen was. But I got the bonus! Master Bedroom had a Jacuzzi tub and Temperpedic bed that was fantastic. Just what I needed to totally relax. Thank you so much for a great vacation. Would love to come back again.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

UNBELIEVEABLE!!

Guest: Amy (Winnabow)
Date of Stay: 05/19/11 Review Submitted: 06/03/11

This is the most fabulous house and my guests an I had a wonderful time! The location and appointments can't be compared to anyplace I have rented. Well equipped kitchen was a plus. Just the master bedroom alone, with a Jacuzzi and Temperpedic Bed are unbelieveable!! Not to mention the view from the deck, the dock for fishing and the beach. The host and staff were beyond helpful. Will be back!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Wonderful!!

Guest: Bruce (Chapel Hill, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/01/11 Review Submitted: 05/25/11

My wife and I just spent a fabulous week at The Sactuary. It was perfect. The first part of the week we invited some of our good tennis friends to join us and the last part of the week we had some of our family with us. We kayaked, fished and crabbed every day, plus took long walks on the beach. The main level porch was probably the most popular gathering place although this house has many options. Each evening we went up to the top balcony for the beautiful sunset toward Harbor Island. The last day we had a crab feast outside with all the crabs we caught. It was a big hit and delicious. Suggest getting the $5 book in Reddicks that tells all about how to catch, store, steam and eat crabs. Signs in the area say not to harvest oysters, clams or mussels, but fish and crabs are fine. We love Wrightsville over the most secluded, remote beaches in the area. There is so much to do in Wrightsville/Wilmington and all the conveniences of home including excellent restaurants within a short drive. Age range in our group was from 65 to our 2-1/2 yr old granddaughter.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

A true Sanctuary

Guest: Demi (Maryland)
Date of Stay: 11/11/10 Review Submitted: 01/09/11

We had a most wonderful stay at your home in Wrightsville Beach. It is a true Sanctuary. The view is spectacular and peaceful at the same time. We were in Wilmington for my niece's wedding. My niece got dressed in the master bedroom with her bridesmaids. They were so excited. I will send you a pre-wedding picture when they are ready. Thank you again for allowing us to stay in your home.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.