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Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina

Beach holiday home with sauna and outdoor pool

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Welcome to Crazy Birds in Southport, North Carolina!
Crazy Birds is part of Marina View, a private, seaside development in Southport
....where luxuries surround you, inside and out...
and every detail matters...
Your foyer— the bronze statue is a nod to the property’s history and name...

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 132000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Southport Marina
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
  • Place, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Powder Room

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina

Enjoy your Master Bedroom with private bath. Indulge in your European steam shower and marble-tiled, dual-head shower spa. Your separate media room comes equipped with a 77' flat screen TV with Apple TV, a PlayStation5 to Play Like Never Before, and built-in, custom-carpeted, stadium seating for enjoying with family and friends! Besides enjoying a game, or your own movies and music via streaming apps like Netflix and iTunes, feel free to enjoy a book, play a board game, or pass an afternoon on the second story outdoor seating area watching the sail and power boats explore the coast. Your custom kitchen, part of a hundred thousand dollar renovation, waits just inside, where you can fix anything from French 75's to a pitcher of frozen margaritas-- or gourmet cook to your hearts content-- while drinking in the visual beauty of the Carolina coast or listening to shore birds and the clinking of the ships' rigging... Downstairs, one bedroom is perfect for young children with its two day beds, comfortingly enclosed on three sides. Two roll-out trundles are great for siblings. Or, the bedroom can be put to good use by single friends maximizing space on vacation! Enjoy the back porch swing and two bathrooms from which to choose: one with a custom, marble-tiled shower enclosure with its own water-heater to ensure endless showers or another with a Jacuzzi jetted-tub large enough for couples or young children and their friends! A second bedroom is perfect for couples or siblings with its full-size, handmade solid pine daybed with full-size, roll-out trundle. Both bedrooms also feature sail chairs--comfortable and nearly indestructible-- made locally from up-cycled, racing-grade, boat sail!. The third bedroom, with queen bed, antique side tables and blanket chest, is well-suited to grandparents or another couple. It is also the location of the wireless router which affords high speed internet throughout the home. Your upstairs custom kitchen has bar seating as well as a more formal dining area for eight. In addition to typical amenities, enjoy your Keurig, espresso maker, charcoal grill (Big Green Egg, XL, to be exact), and atypical cookware including a pressure cooker favored in many cuban dishes. You'll also find your kitchen basics fully stocked on arrival-- we do ask that you replenish what you use and we welcome suggestions on what you'd like to see added in the future. Outside, enjoy cornhole in your side yard, display your grilling expertise on your own luxury Big Green Egg (but please ONLY use the supplied BGE Charcoal and SpeediLight Natural Charcoal Starters) in the hardscaped backyard with built-in firepit, stroll through the picturesque neighborhood, or take a swim or a suntan in the in-ground pool. If exploring's your passion, the marina, coastal walk, and historic Southport are just down the street. If bar-life or food are your passions, stroll to six right on the water-- and don't be surprised to watch dolphins play while you eat (or drink!). For ‘Vitamin T’ seekers, walk to the Southport Yoga Dock for daily classes, wellness, and the kind of centered feeling no amount of money can buy! Jump on your bikes or walk a little farther for the shopping or antiquing which brings day trippers down from Wilmington, Oak Island, or Bald Head. Terrific beaches are easily accessible by car and/or ferry, ranging from minutes on neighboring Oak Island to 30 minutes or so for Wilmington area destinations. Or, with an additional security deposit, fee, and proof of boating experience, use your 19' Grady White with a Yamaha 150, berthed within eyesight of your home, and the entire coast is your playground! Pack a picnic and Pelican Island can be your private beach, and is a 5-minute boat-ride away. Visit Bald Head Island and its miles of pristine beaches, including terrific body-surfing and surfing breaks. Boat the Intracoastal and stop for lunch, dinner, or drinks, wherever you fancy! If golf's your passion, St James Resort is right around the corner by boat or car. Original art throughout including works by local artists and the Georgia-based, Sandra Sacco. Custom ceiling fans throughout.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel Crib & High Chair, Bouncy Chair, & books.
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No 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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southport

Located in Southport, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Carolina Beach Arcade. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Southport, NC

What's nearby

  • Southport Marina - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Clubs at St. James - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Pub Of Southport - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oliver's on the Cape Fear - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Provision Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Frying Pan - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina located?

Located in Southport, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Southport Marina and Franklin Square Gallery. The Clubs at St. James and Waterfront Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 197 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Media Room has a great leather couche-- and we liked the glass doors to close it off to enhance the movie experience :) Loved the location, and all the enhancements the owners keep putting in-- we definitely plan to return!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Family vacation

Our family vacation at the house was an absolute blast! We had a fantastic time with 8 people. There was so much to do - we spent our days relaxing on the beach, taking a dip in the pool, exploring the town, finding great places to eat and finding some time to just chill and unwind. It was a perfect blend of excitement and relaxation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

karina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent place to stay. House was very nice and clean. Enough space for big family. Close to the beach and a lot of restaurants. I will recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Loved It

We all really loved this property— great location, enough bedrooms, and amazing beds and pillows!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolee M.

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

Weekend getaway

The place and location were fantastic. The check in and out was easy and was a perfect place for a family weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Crazy about Crazy Birds!

Very nicely equipped property (Big Green Egg, firepit, great bathrooms throughout, etc) with fantastic location-- we walked to dinners, into town, for coffee, and all along the waterfront drinking in the beauty of the area! It was cool to check-out high-end appliances like the SubZero fridge and Cove dishwasher too. Talked with the owners and know the Media Room renovation is under contract and we're excited to see that improvement-- we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

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

Family time

It was short stay but very good. Our family of 13 had plenty of space for everyone. Host was great,we would definitely book again..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Girls' 50th Getaway

Enjoyed your townhome very much! Loved the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

Southport

Nice place, walking distance from several restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward R., Round Hill, VA

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

Great for our family

The place was clean and as advertised. We loved the proximity to town and it's quiet location. My kids made great use of the bikes and the media room. The kitchen was well stocked and very up to date. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lora M.

Great Place To Stay

This is the perfect place to stay in Southport, NC! The property was very clean and the bed was incredibly comfortable. Nice surprises were the bicycles, the welcoming well stocked kitchen, and the fun personal decor. We highly recommend this location. It will exceed your expectations!

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

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

Wedding weekend

We rented crazy birds for our daughter and her bridesmaids. The place was perfect for them and the hosts quickly addressed any items that we had questions on. It was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael A.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

We came by boat from Georgetown SC so was perfect location since right across street from marina and within walking distance of restaurants. Loved the house! Very clean! Great view from upstairs porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D., Charlotte, NC

Lovely

Beautiful home, excellent location. Top notch...everything. I cant say enough.

8/10 Good

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

No living/den space

We we enjoyed our short stay. Property is nice however there is no living space to gather. Media room is small and is not a good space for adults or smaller children.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Beth K.

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

Crazy Birds Southport NC

We enjoyed our stay at the Crazy Birds house in Southport, North Carolina. There were three adults in our group. My only complaint would be is that there is not any kind of den or sitting area for adults to hang out. There is a nice fire pit outdoors, but it was way too hot to consider that on this trip. August 2023
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristie R.

Loved Crazy Birds, Loved Southport

My husband, 3 boys and I stayed at Crazy Birds and totally loved it! The home is decorated very nicely and we really enjoyed the small community it is in as well. All the neighbors we met were very friendly and our boys enjoyed having some other children to play with. Our favorite thing by the end of the week was riding our bikes...we rode our bikes more in the few days we were in Southport than we have in the last several years. There are lots of restaurants close by and the downtown area has lots of little shops to visit. We definitely plan to vacation in Southport again...thanks for making Crazy Birds available for us to enjoy!

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Another great stay

Everytime I come to Southport there’s always a new experience! I was hoping to take my friends sailing, but it was very cold and cloudy. We opted to go into town and enjoy the shops. Our favorite was the wine shop, Wine Rack, where they had a relaxing atmosphere for sipping! Great spot you don’t want to miss for a girls weekend. We spent most of our time at the large gathering table in the kitchen, the large balcony just off the kitchen and at the fire pit in the evenings. The steam shower was the perfect place to thaw out after those cold days. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Easy getaway

My husband and I decided to do a quick getaway with our 8 year old son before school started back and this was the perfect place for a quick trip. I was able to do a quick instacart delivery the night we got there for the basics but ate most meals out as mostly everything we wanted to do was walking distance. My son enjoyed everything with us, especially the dolphin views while we were eating at Edgewater 122, which I can’t say enough good things about! The house was beautifully decorated and the kitchen was definitely a high point with water views and what looks like some upgraded appliances. My only complaint was that it was too warm to use the fire pit on the back patio, but I guess we’ll have to go back in the cooler weather for that!!! Thank you Crazy Birds for a memorable weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather K., Fuquay Varina NC

Wonder Girls weekend

Beautiful, clean, nicely decorated house. The pictures do not do it justice. It feels much larger than it looks, and has so many personal touches that make you feel at home. The upstairs deck was my fave spot, as it got cooler in the afternoon and you could sit and watch the boats come in. The swinging hammock was a dream. It is a nicely appointed house. The house is very close to the water; just across from the Marina. It was the perfect place for a waterfront run in the morning. The master bedroom was SO comfortable and the master bedroom shower was a dream. It is walkable to couple fun restaurants. The walk may be too far for elderly or anyone with hip pain (like my Mom). We would definitely return there again. Hope to take my whole family back next time.

8/10 Good

Anne H.

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

Friends Vacation

Overall, we really enjoyed the house and the location. The fire pit in the back was lovely and we enjoyed playing corn hole by the pool. The upstairs deck was a peaceful and cozy area for morning coffee and relaxation. There are tons of excellent restaurants/bars within walking distance and also many supplies to cook at home with. We had a few cons regarding our stay. We were unable to find the king sheets until the second night due to them being in the dirty laundry bag by the door( we had to wash them of course). The house had a few cockroaches, but that is understandable due to being in the south and them being all over outside. We also didn’t realize the pool wasn’t in the backyard, but shared by multiple houses on the block. However, we did get lucky and had the pool to ourselves the two times we went. We also wished there was a better living area to hang out in. Overall would recommend staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom H., Yoder IN USA

Great vacation at Crazy Birds

We had an awesome vacation while staying at Crazy Birds. The location of the house was close to the marina and easy walking distance to Southport. We walked to the pier daily and watched the locals fish for stingray, shark, etc. off the pier. It was fun to watch the ferry boat taking people to/from Bald Head Island and also the barges taking supplies to that island. We saw dolphin swimming in the river near the pier. Southport has a rich history to read about at the visitor's center and also on various informational stops along the river. There are many beautiful houses to look at as we did our daily walks or bike rides. We thought that it was strange that Crazy Birds didn't have an actual living room with a couch, chairs, etc. but once we were there for a few days, we understood that it was more important to have more bedrooms and bathrooms than a living area. We spent most of our time in the kitchen/dining area where there was plenty of room for all of us. The second floor deck/porch was also a popular place. The house was very clean and maintained. There was plenty of room for everyone. Crazy Birds is a great place to stay and we hope to stay there again on future trips. The owners are great to work with and very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G.

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

Last minute adventure

We found Crazy Bird last minute to vacation with our friends. It more than surpassed our expectations. Between the 2 families we had 4 adults and 6 kids. The bedroom situation was good. (could have used a queen or king in the other single room downstairs- but we made it work) The kitchen is supplied with everything you need. Appliances, dishes, etc are very nice quality compared to other VRBOs we have rented. The shared pool was perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure. Bikes were available to explore with. The pier and fish market and places to eat were all within walking distance. We rented the boat available for 2 days. Initially we had a problem with the battery being dead, but Patrick was available immediately to help us work through a solution. We had a blast exploring the inter-coastal waterway and playing at Bald Head Island. We have always stayed at VRBOs on the beach, so we were nervous about it not being on the water...this was definitely not a problem with the marina right across the street! My husband and I enjoyed walking the marina looking at boats as much as our morning beach walks on other vacations. This was truly an awesome find! The owners are so easy to contact and work with it made planning the vacation a breeze. We would recommend this place to anyone and would go back if we are back in Southport someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Hana C.

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

Zero Stars

Sadly, this property and our stay was nothing like we imagined and the lack of care and concern on the homeowner's part was grotesque. We arrived to a home that had not been cleaned (feces in the toilet, old food in the fridge and oven, wood chips and leaves all over the house, a bath tub full of sand, trash cans overflowing throughout the house including used sanitary napkins), contacted the property owners and were told that the cleaning crew would come in THE NEXT DAY at 9am. We were left without a place to stay and no appropriate accommodations at 5:45pm at night. While providing a refund for our stay the homeowner said that we were lucky to receive a refund, and that he was not required to provide us with such. To think that the homeowner did not have to/feel obliged to provide us a refund for a home that was uninhabitable is egregious. The whole experience from start to finish was horrendous and after months of planning our family vacation, one oversight by the property owner (which seemed to be of no great concern to him) ruined it all. I would not recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Patrick or Carrie

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Carrie first glimpsed picturesque Southport while boating, enroute to attend a fairy-tale wedding on nearby Bald Head Island. It was a few years before she and I could make it a reality, but it's been every bit worth the wait! We take great pleasure in welcoming you, and we hope you'll enjoy making our family home part of your family, year after year. Welcome.

Why they chose this property

Our family fell in love with this home, literally from the moment we saw it! Our kids compared the Key West colors to Candyland, Carrie loved the antiquing, and we both loved the uniqueness of Southport! Despite living and vacationing in destination locales such as Nantucket Island, MA, Kiawah Island, SC, the Hamptons in New York, and all around Southern California, we have found ways Southport equals or exceeds them all--and we're still discovering new things every time we visit! Come explore, and let us know what you find!

What makes this property unique

If you fall in love with Crazy Birds as we did-- or have some experiences too memorable to forget-- leave a photo! Every year we plan to frame and mount a sample of these, and feature them throughout. So, all together, we'll make Crazy Birds part of our family history!

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