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 Pottery Barn leather sectional 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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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
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 Kure Beach and Carolina Beach, while North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Carolina Beach Arcade. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 5 min drive
The Pub Of Southport - 4 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 6 min drive
Locals Family Diner - 20 min walk
Yummy House - 4 min drive
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.
How much does it cost to stay at Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina on 26 May 2026 start from £304, 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.
Is Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Ocean-view, family-friendly, walking access to charming town and marina?
On-site parking is available at the 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
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed our time so much staying at this beautiful home! The area is perfect for walking distance to anywhere in town, the house was spacious and we utilized many amenities. Overall the home was very clean and family-friendly.
We had a wonderful New Years at the Crazy Bird! Location was perfect for walking to shops and restaurants. The updated Kitchen and Media room were a hit for our group. We enjoyed the card and board games that were provided. The kids enjoyed having their own space while the adults were playing games. The deck off the kitchen is a perfect place for morning coffee or afternoon nap. Everyone in our group was very pleased with how clean everything was. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
This is a lovely home within walking distance of the quaint downtown of Southport with many cute shops and delicious restaurants. The upstairs balcony off the kitchen is a great place to sit in the morning sun and enjoy the view of the harbor.Of note, the kitchen, dining area, and play station / TV room are all on the second floor, along with the master bedroom with en suite bathroom and a half bath near the kitchen. The first floor has three bedrooms, two bathrooms (including a jacuzzi!), laundry and a coat / game closet. What was missing for us was a living room or family room.Communication with the owners was prompt and helpful.
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!
Pat H.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Awesome to hear how much y’all enjoyed your stay! Helping travelers make memories that last a lifetime is why we do this ❤️🙏 Thanks for the kind words and for noticing how we strive to upgrade and continually improve our properties. Look forward to welcoming you back anytime! Warmly, Patrick & Carrie
This stay was an absolutely great time. It was so clean and the family enjoyed it a lot! Thank you!
Malik D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
Delighted to hear y’all enjoyed it, Malik! Also, the Media Room renovation will be fully complete for your return, so please come back soon 🙏🎉 And hope you enjoyed the upgraded Thermador microwave—part of our regular appliance upgrade plan! Look forward to welcoming you back anytime,
Patrick & Carrie
Absolutely wonderful place to stay and enjoy Southport.Beautiful house with everything we could possibly want.It was an easy and lovely walk to town.Had fun riding the bikes too.Enjoyed our first experience grilling on the Big Green Egg. The community pool was lovely.We enjoyed watching boats from the porch.We will definitely be coming back.
It was beautiful house and lots of appliances and just very clean and the beds were very comfortable and Patrick and Carrie are awesome they told us everything we needed to know about our stay!
Priscilla A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2025
Really great to hear how much you enjoyed all the appliance upgrades (we’re almost done with SubZero/Wolf/Cove kitchen-wide), Priscilla! We also systematically replace mattresses and pillows so we’re not surprised—but are delighted— y’all enjoyed the beds too. Love to welcome you back anytime! Warmly, Patrick & Carrie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
karina
16 Jun 2025
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.
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!
Jeff M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2025
Great to hear you enjoyed your family vacation—we love the same huge array of things to do and perfect blend of excitement and relaxation! Hope you enjoyed the renovated Media Room (new pics coming soon), now with hardwood flooring, Pottery Barn leather sectional seating, and updated PS5— and thanks for your grace with the builder’s crew still wrapping up the French doors installation the day you arrived 🙏🙌. Love to welcome y’all back for many years to come! Warmly, Patrick & Callahan
We all really loved this property— great location, enough bedrooms, and amazing beds and pillows!
Patrick C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2025
Thanks for the kind words and so great to hear you loved your stay, Patrick! We do have a systematic replacement program for beds and pillows, and are glad you could enjoy the recent upgrades— hope to welcome y’all back soon, warmly,
Patrick and Carrie
We loved our weekend at Crazy Birds! We stayed there for a wedding and it was the perfect house for our needs. So close to everything in Southport and the amenities were great. Would stay again!
Lane K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2025
Great to hear how much you enjoyed Crazy Birds, Lane—and love to welcome y’all back anytime! And spoiler alert, if you do get back out here, you’ll also be able to enjoy the Media Room renovation— it will become slightly enlarged (moving an interior wall), hardwood-floored, accessed via glass-paneled French doors, and furnished with comfortable Pottery Barn leather seating! Target completion date is early Summer 2025.
Cheers, Patrick & Carrie
Since there are no closets available for guest, hang hooks on back of doors and/or have luggage racks available. There was no toiletries in upstairs bathroom. Reword room/beds available. We thought we'd get a room with 2 double beds not a trundle bed that adults have to climb over.
The place and location were fantastic. The check in and out was easy and was a perfect place for a family weekend getaway.
Jolee M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
So great to hear you and your family loved Crazy Birds, Jolee! We fell in love with its location too— Some of our favorite things remain being able to park the car on arrival and never use it again until we depart… Waking up to coastal views and the sound of bird song… Walking to one of the waterside bars for cocktail hour… And family bicycle rides, including to sample the terrific array of dinner restaurants… Hope to welcome y’all back soon! Warmly, Carrie and Patrick
Perfect for our family, we add extra days before we head to Caswell Beach for the week. We love Southport, have been vacationing in this area for over 30 years.
Karen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2024
Thanks for the quick review, Karen, and delighted Crazy birds was perfect for your family! Hope to welcome you back next year, warmly, Patrick and Carrie
Beautiful place!!!
Great place for both adults and children.
We will definitely stay here again.
Faron D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2022
Faron, we are so glad that you enjoyed your time! We carefully designed the house to have great gathering spaces along with places for quiet as well! We’d love to have you at Crazy Birds anytime! 🤗
Warmly, Patrick and Carrie
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda C.
26 May 2015
Great place to stay!
We enjoyed our stay at Crazy Birds so much that we wanted to make it our permanent home. The house was clean and comfotable and had everything we could possible need!
Rhonda C.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Rhonda, we're so flattered you loved Crazy Birds enough to consider making it your permanent home! Please come back and enjoy it whenever you like!
Warmly, Patrick and Carrie
Thanks for the quick review and kind words, Mary! We’ve got a 2025 Renovation planned to expand the Media Room and update it with more traditional leather couch and ottoman seating choices— we’ve listened to traveler feedback and look forward to Crazy Birds, becoming even more comfortable. Love to welcome you back anytime, warmly, Patrick & Carrie
The seven ladies in our group had a great weekend!!! Lovely place to stay. We would stay there again.
Maria B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2024
Hi Maria,
One of us (Carrie) has enjoyed many a girls’ trip at Crazy Birds and we never tire of hearing others enjoy it too! On your next trip (think late 2024-2025), look out for more, new, upgraded, kitchen appliances and a renovated Media Room. Love to welcome y’all back anytime!
Warmly,
Patrick and Carrie
Enjoyed your townhome very much! Loved the location!
Ashley R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2024
Hi Ashley,
One of us (Carrie) loves girls’ weekends at Crazy Birds too! On your next trip (think late 2024-2025), look out for more, new, upgraded, kitchen appliances and a renovated Media Room—we’ve got our design team already working on a renovation plan for the upstairs Media Room to increase its size, provide more seating, and make it even more friendly for both adults and kids!
Warmly,
Patrick and Carrie
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Some of our favorite stays there include going to the shops in town and drives to the beach on Oak Island. Love to have you back anytime and please let us know what we can do to go from 4 to 5 stars! Warmly, Patrick and Carrie
About the host
Hosted by Patrick or Carrie
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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