Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean!
Come visit Eight East (Upper Level) where you will find a fresh & clean renovated upper level space that is sure to please! Located on the oceanside of Henderson St., this duplex 1940's cottage is full of a long line of Wrightsville Beach history and has been transformed into a beachy modern oasis. Location is key being within walking distance of WB's strip of dining & shops as well as just steps to Johnnie Mercer's Pier! The infamous Wrightsville Beach Loop is only a hop skip and a jump away for all of you fitness gurus who want to get your exercise on during your vacay!
Step into the inviting bright & airy family room that is a cozy space for friends and family to gather. Enjoy a flat screen smart TV with cable as well as super comfy oversized couches to rest on. The Dining & Kitchen areas have it all. The window filled dining area offers a large farm table to comfortably seat everyone or gather around the spacious island/bar to dine or just hang! The newly updated kitchen offers everything you will need for dining and cooking while staying with us! Stainless steel appliances, dishes, drinkware, silverware, and all of the cooking utensils you will need are available within the kitchen space. We also keep the cabinets stocked with your typical cooking necessities, salt & pepper, cooking oils, spices, sugar. During your stay, you have access to a Keurig and coffee pods, sugar and creamer. We also provide dishwasher pods, laundry pods, paper towels, and toilet paper.
Our home will comfortably sleep 6 guests offering 2 king beds, 1 bunk bed, and a pullout sofa. Each bedroom has a Smart TV and device charging station and is decorated with beautiful coastal furnishings that will provide a very restful stay. No need to worry yourself with towels or linens, each room comes with its own set of sheets and two sets of freshly laundered towels. 8 beach towels will also be provided. The master bath has a beautifully tiled shower and the guest bathroom offers a shower & tub. You will find each bathroom well stocked with all of the essentials: soap, shampoo, conditioner. We also have a washer and dryer that you are welcomed to use.
Last but certainly not least, chill out on our large wrap around porch with comfortable seating and dining areas. When you come in from the sun & sand, rinse off in our hot/cold outdoor showerhouse! In 2023, we added a beautiful outside bar area in the backyard. This space allows for your own little oasis to sit back, watch TV, and relax! If there are guests staying downstairs during your stay, this space is available for both levels so make friends and hangout together. There is parking available for two vehicles in the driveway . Please no parking underneath the house. Feel free to utilize beach chairs/toys/bikes you find in the downstairs outdoor closet.
INCLUDED: Complimentary High speed WIFI, fully stocked kitchen, paper goods and ALL linens, including all bedding + bath + beach towels to save you the hassle/cost of bring or renting them separately. When you arrive, beds will be made with crisp, fresh linens and complete sets of fluffy towels will be available. At the end of your stay, we have a small tidy up checklist but after checkout we have a cleaning service come in to clean the cottage so you do not have to worry about that! Sorry, but we do not allow pets or smoking in our home or on the premises.
This cottage can be rented as one unit (upper & lower levels combined) for 6 bedrooms/3 baths, sleeps 12. Please message us for details or go to VRBO listing #1575918
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Wrightsville Beach
Located in Wrightsville Beach, this cottage is near a water park and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider South End Surf Shop, or check out an event or a game at Trask Coliseum. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Oceanic - 4 min drive
Dockside Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
Bluewater Waterfront Grill - 3 min drive
Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - 10 min walk
SUNdays Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean!?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean! on 3 May 2026 start from £378, 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 at Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Modern Beachy Oasis! Upper Level, Just Steps From the Ocean! located?
This family-friendly Wrightsville Beach cottage is located by the sea, just steps away from Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and Wrightsville SUP are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Such a great beach house, so clean and such nice welcome amenities! Easy check in and loved the location, walkable to so many restaurants and shops! Kelly was such a great host! Can’t wait to return!
Dana D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Thanks so much Dana! Really appreciate the good review! Hope to have you guys back again soon!
Can’t recommend this property enough! Location is extremely close to the beach, the house itself was extremely clean and had everything we needed and the host was extremely communicative.
Emma B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
Emma, really appreciate the kind words and you choosing Eight East! Come back to see us sometime!
We are a family with 3 young boys and this house was perfect for our spring break. Steps from an amazing beach, small grocery store and 5 min drive from everything you may need during your stay. The house was really neat and Kelly was a great host. Strongly recommend the house and the location.
Stefan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Thanks Stefan! So glad your family enjoyed everything! Would love to have ya'll back one day!
Perfect location, very clean. The deck was a nice covered area to have lunch and happy hour drinks. It’s nice that the beach is so close, too. A lovely house to rent when our son was getting married at the Oceanic. I would recommend to others!
Shyla S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Thank you for the kind words Shyla! Appreciate you choosing Eight East and hope to have you guys back again one day!
We celebrated our daughter's college graduation visiting with family and friends. The house was very clean & comfortable. Kelly was very accommodating with some of our requests. We would definitely love to rent this house again.
My fiancée and I rented this home to serve as a home-base of sorts for our wedding weekend. It checked all the boxes and we would definitely recommend booking it for your next beach getaway! Kelly was awesome and very responsive.
Celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary, the house was very clean, had everything we needed and much more, Even had fresh flowers upon arriving!! would love to come back to enjoy more of the Ossis in the back yard
Carrie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily B.
29 Apr 2019
5 star stay!
This house was wonderful for our family vacation. The decor is beautiful, the big porch was perfect, the amenities provided were great. There was nothing more we could have wanted. The house is a short, one minute walk to the beach, right near the pier and close to some great restaurants. We’ll be back!
This house deserves 10 stars! I cannot rave enough about it and the owners. The house was exceptionally appointed and the owners were super helpful and attentive. It was beautiful, clean and spacious. The wrap around porch was our favorite place to spend time together. I highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a getaway at the beach.
Bryan K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2021
So sweet of you Bryan! Glad you girls had good time! Hope to have you back again soon!
Words can not express how wonderful Kelly's Beach Cottage is! From the moment we walked in the door, everything was perfect! She has beautifully decorated every inch of this home! All the furniture and beds are so comfortable! She equipped the kitchen with top quality appliances, dishes etc. Most importantly....the cottage was very clean! I would highly recommend staying at her home!!
This property exceeded my expectations! My mom and I stayed here for a birthday/retirement celebration, and everything about this home is top tier. It was beautifully decorated, super clean, and everything you could think of was included. We even had some fresh flowers and a welcoming gift when we arrived. So sweet!
Kelly was great to work with and highly responsive to messages. Highly recommend! I’m looking forward to coming back!
This home has everything you need and then some. It is very nicely decorated. We enjoyed our time on the porch every day. Every one of us used the outdoor shower. Our host made sure we had everything we needed. There were flowers and a bottle of wine to greet us. The place was immaculate! There are beach towels and bikes for your use.
We were there for the hurricane and without electricity for a day. Kelly's husband Bryan was there the next morning blowing the sand off of the porch and driveway. We highly recommend this beach house! The location is wonderful too!!
Kate H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2020
Kate, thanks so much for the kind words! You guys were real troopers during Isaias and we appreciate it! The week's weather turned out pretty good despite the hurricane. Thank you for taking care of our place!!
This is the gem of Wrightsville! This house is beyond fabulous. These owners have done a remarkable job in making this home the place anyone would want to return to! Kelly was such a great host and a pleasure to work with on this rental. We will be back!!
This house had absolutely anything you could ever need. The floor plan and the functionality of the space was great. Everything was extremely clean! Perfect location just steps from the beach!
We enjoyed our stay. It is great that house is just walking distance to Wrightsville beach. Kelly was very nice and helpful. This place was nice and little different than we thought by looking at the photos on the site.
This house was absolutely perfect for our family’s visit! Kelly thought of everything and we had access to bikes, surfboards, and beach gear. The house was adorable and so clean. It had everything we could have needed and was very comfortable. We absolutely loved sitting on the beautiful front porch. The location is great- just a short walk to the beach. Communication with the owner was great and we appreciated the personal touches when we arrived. We would definitely rent this home again the next time we are in Wrightsville!
Meghan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2021
Thanks for the kind words Meghan! We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to have you back!
We recently stayed at this beautiful home for a few nights so that we could visit UNCW. The home is beautiful and clean and it was so nice that some paper products (toilet paper, paper towel) and toiletries (soap, hand soap, shampoo,etc..) were provided. The kitchen was also nicely stocked and the beds were very comfortable. Kelly was very easy to communicate with and very responsive. We’d love to rent this property again in warmer months to take advantage of the beautiful wrap-around porch, the beach cruiser bikes and the proximity (just steps!) from the beach. You can’t go wrong with this property!
Bethany D.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2021
Thank you Bethany! So glad you guys enjoyed your stay! Would love to have you back again!
I highly recommend this property. It’s a great location and so close to the beach. The house was spotless with flowers and a bottle of wine welcoming us. Highly recommend!
Perfect blend of beach cottage and upscale renovations! Home was immaculate and comfortable with all details taken care of. It was so easy to arrive and immediately relax. Can not wait to return!
Lorraine C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
About the host
Hosted by Kelly Thomas
We are Bryan & Kelly Thomas and we are so happy you are staying with us! We currently reside in Wilmington, NC and have been here for about 24 years. Our two boys, Banks (14) and Jacks(11) keep us busy and love the beach as much as we do! We hope you enjoy your stay so much that you want to come back year after year!
Why they chose this property
We absolutely love living in Wilmington and the nearby beaches so when we decided that we wanted to purchase a second home to potentially list on the vacation rental market we hands down picked Wrightsville Beach. Because we love it so much and know how popular it is with locals and tourists alike, it made the most sense to buy close to home so that not only our guests could enjoy it and so could we!! The location of the cottage cannot be beat as it is within steps to the ocean as well as walking distance to restaurants, shopping, local attractions, and the downtown area!
What makes this property unique
We purchased the house in September 2018 (our closing date was actually on the day Hurricane Florence hit funny enough). The cottage looked completely different than it does now, as it was built in 1940 and had been minimally updated through the years. The first time we saw it we knew immediately that it had great “bones” and saw a vision of modernizing it a bit so that we could enjoy it with our family and friends for years to come. We are proud that we were able to preserve the "old cottage" feel yet throw in some modern touches to really make it inviting and comfortable.