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The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat

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A multi-story house with a dock extending into a calm body of water, surrounded by other residential buildings and a clear view of the ocean.
A waterfront view with white chairs and a dock.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, and blue pillows. There are two bedside tables with lamps.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a chair, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and built-in appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Johnnie Mercer's Pier

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrightsville SUP
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Wrightsville Beach

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Parmele Isle, a neighborhood in Wrightsville Beach. Shoppers can check out Mayfaire Town Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. South End Surf Shop and New Hanover County Arboretum are also worth visiting.
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Wrightsville Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wrightsville SUP - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Platypus & Gnome - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Drift Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shark Bar And Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat on Nov 2, 2026 start from $688, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Parmele Isle vacation 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 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and great location. Would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love coming here with our family and friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great house in an amazing location! We loved the dock and had plenty of room for our boat. The beach is super close too! We had plenty of room in the house and it was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd time staying at this property. Great location!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always the best stay! Fave place !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great home with plenty of space and gorgeous views. It is a convenient walk to the beach and local restaurants. There is ample outdoor space and a dock for easy water access. Beautifully decorated with a large stocked kitchen for cooking. We hope to revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Escape

Place was terrific really well stocked and exactly as listed on VRBO!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and well equipped. Every room has a wonderful view. Parking was ample for the most part. We had a super fun time. Thanks for the memories!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall had a great stay and would come back again. Decently stocked kitchen- could use a few bigger pans but that’s splitting hairs but was offset by the nice selection of spices/basics. It would be nice to have more than 1 bath towel per person but appreciate the other bathroom amenities (shampoo/body wash etc). Being that we rented at the end of the summer season, the house had a couple issues but we managed just fine (select motorized blinds weren't charged/didn’t work, coffee maker pieces missing, microwave plate missing, some beach towels missing, ice maker broken, while AC worked on top floor-it felt oddly humid). Communication with property manager was good but not always consistent- they said we’re in the midst of some personnel changes so we gave them a pass. Overall, loved the location and would rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Parent

Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

I’d like to buy the home. It’s that nice. All of it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

We had such a relaxing few days in Wrightville Beach! This home was stunning! The location was perfect! Close to everything, such a quick walk right across the road to the beach! Quiet and lovely! We watched the most beautiful sunsets right on the deck and the private dock. The home was so clean, decorated perfectly and cozy! It was just my husband and I but it is perfect for large groups! We will absolutely be back next spring with our family! Thank you for being such wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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