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Figure Eight Island/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sun loungers
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 11483 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Figure Eight Island/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock

This beautiful 5 bedroom/4.5 baths home has plenty of space for the large family/ get to gether. Situated directly on the Sound, this home provides spectacular views in the morning while enjoying breakfast on the large deck while watching dolphins swim by or have cocktails on the deck watching a fabulous sunset in the evening. This home has 3 master king size bedrooms each with its own private bath and two twin size bedrooms, each featuring 2 twin beds and sharing one bathroom. In addition to the spacious home, visitors will also benefit from private the deepwater dock with room for 2 boats. It is only a block to the ocean & the white powder sand of this unspoiled5 mile long Beach. Although you are only 3 miles from shopping, restaurants, etc. you will hate to leave the island life.
This home will be a favorite of any one who loves the water & all types of water sports & activities. Boating, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Fishing & crabbing are all possible from the dock & just a short block away is the ocean for surfing, wind surfing, surf fishing or just relaxing & reading a book or enjoying the fabulous unspoiled beach with its white sandy beach.

Very well equipped home/ kitchen. Double ovens, down draft cook top, stainless steal side by side refrigerator, triple sink, with RO water for drinking. There is a bar area close to the living room with a sink, small refrigerator & ice maker.

Exclusive Private Island! Figure Eight Island is one of North Carolina's best kept secrets. This private island located on the Atlantic Ocean remains untouched by modern commercialization. A Gate House and a swing drawbridge limited access to assure a private and peaceful vacation. Visitors have access to the beach, boat ramps, bikes, and tennis courts. This is a great place for golf, fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities. Historic Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach are located just up the street where the arts flourish and the night life has some pizzazz. There are local museums showcasing the history of the coast. Restaurants offer cuisine known and appreciated world wide. Experience the beauty, tranquility and laid back atmosphere which will create memories of your vacation paradise.

Figure 8 Island is a beautiful coastal community, but visitors from Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York are excited to find out that it can be reached in the same amount of travel time as the popular Outer Banks region and Figure 8 doesn't have the in season crowds. The climate is considerably warmer in the spring, fall, and winter, providing a better environment for year-round golf, tennis, and other popular outdoor activities with fewer crowds.

Keywords: beach house, sound front, boat dock

Property manager

Bunnie Bachman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a private island

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Water dispenser
  • Unit size: 5200 sq ft (483 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • Figure Eight Island - 1 min walk
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 19 min drive
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 22 min drive
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 24 min drive
  • Wrightsville Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Si Señor Modern Mex - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cast Iron Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Figure Eight Island/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Figure Eight Island/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Figure Eight Island/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Figure Eight Island/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Figure Eight Island, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Point Golf Club and Ogden Park. Mayfaire Town Center and Cape Fear Paddleboarding are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Figure Eight Island/Gorgeous Sunsets Overlooking Sound With Deep Water Dock Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jami B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
This home was a perfect spot for our family during a wedding weekend! The views are incredible; the interior furnishings are beautiful and comfortable, and the host was friendly and accommodating to all our questions and requests. I highly recommend this lovely vacation rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Timeless house with great floor plan and views
House was everything as described and more. Floor plan is great. The sunset views are amazing. Owner was extremely responsive and helpful. There’s lots of room to spread out. There’s a little den near the bedrooms that can be closed off. My 12 year old son put an air mattress in it to have his own room, even though there were more than enough beds. Everyone was comfortable on our multigenerational vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lorelei K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for 10 people!
The house was very accomdating for our family of 10 people. We cook and the kitchen was very well supplied with cooking utensils,pots, etc. Sunsets on the sound were gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Week
We had a wonderful week and everything could not have been better. The house was perfect for our large family. Thank you, Arthur
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

timothy a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views
Fantastic house with great sunset views! The beach was great too! Very nice experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Libby C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Room to spread out
My three generations enjoyed two full weeks at Figure Eight Island and never felt like we were on top of one another or in each other's way. This is a huge house with lots of room to spread out! As promised, we did see dolphins dancing in the channel behind the house and our children enjoyed late afternoon swims off the dock. The kitchen is well-stocked and we cooked most of our meals in, spending long days on the beach and leisurely evenings in the house. We had excellent communication with the owner and she was responsive to the issues we encountered. The biggest negative is that the basement bedrooms are musty; I would recommend keeping both dehumidifiers running all the time. Overall, we had a great time and enjoyed the opportunity to vacation with all our family together.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location for fishing and beach
Owner of this property was the most helpful in suggestions from fishing to eating locations etc. Very short walk to the beach and that was awesome as so few people on the beach so truly a relaxing experience. Great area to dock the boat and run out to fish at anytime. Actually fishing from the dock was great too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving on Figure Eight
We had a large group of family and friends for Thanksgiving week. The house was perfect for this type of getaway. We cooked thanksgiving dinner for 15 without a problem. Everyone loved the visit. Marsh views and sunsets were spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Our family had a wonderful stay at 3 Sandy Point. The location is excellent with easy access to the beach and the bike path . We saw beautiful sunsets from the spacious deck almost every evening. The interiors are well appointed and comfortable with a cook's kitchen. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lynda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house and views, but humid downstairs
This house worked well for our family of three generations - lots of space, GORGEOUS views, nice porch, good dock, close beach access, and big dining table. Even though the house is dated, the kitchen is stocked with every serving dish imaginable! The biggest drawback is the downstairs is very humid. There is one dehumidifier that can't quite handle the job. The situation could be improved with a dehumidifier in each of the 3 bedrooms that is permanently installed so the water bucket doesn't need to be emptied every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M., Winston Salem, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
The deck!
Our family had always stayed in oceanfront properties. This year we made reservations only a month or so prior to vacation, so chose this property on the inland side, and boy are we glad we did! The house has an enormous, beautiful deck overlooking the inland waterway. spent every possible minute out there, from morning coffee to wine at sunset. It was quiet and peaceful, exactly what I needed. The owner Bunnie is extremely responsive. For example, during our first morning a next door neighbor’s HVAC started making a loud continuous noise (they were not staying there at the time). Bunnie was on it immediately contacting everyone, and very soon the noise went away. We really appreciate the peacefulness of the property and attention of the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay on Figure 8 Island!
Our stay at the Blanken cottage was wonderful! The house is in the best location right on the Intracoastal, across the street from the beach and a block walk to the tennis courts. We easily got equipment delivered and went kayaking and paddle boarding every day from our own private dock. Bunnie, the owner, was super helpful and responsive with any and all questions and concerns. The house has everything you need - plenty of room and a great deck to watch the sunset!

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location On Figure 8 Island
I enjoy watching the boats so this was the perfect location for us. Sunset views on the sound with sunrise views from the beach just a block away. My children enjoyed kayaking on the Sound and checking out the fabulous beach. Great walking/bike trails nearby. My husband is a great cook and enjoyed the well appointed kitchen. Figure Eight Island is beautiful. The house has a great open living/dining room and is great for a family. The beds, sheets, and pillows were very comfortable. I gave 4 stars for cleanliness as the carpet (in areas) needed a little cleaning but everything else was spotless. I can’t wait to go back in the spring or summer and rent a boat to enjoy the sound and intracoastal waterway. Truly a delightful vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

charlotte c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Great spot! Loved the dock and the proximity to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Gregory H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to vacation during a pandemic
We had a wonderful week. Figure 8 island is divine. We loved staying on the sound as we had the ability to boat, jet ski, kayak and SUP. The beach is a short distance to walk and idyllic. Also, easy to social distance with so much privacy. The house was large and comfortably fit two families of 4 adults and 5 children. Kitchen well stocked and easy to prepare meals in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth and John p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
Lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boaters Delight
This was the third time we have stayed here and it was the best. We are into boating and fishing and the new dock (courtesy of Florence) was great. The house is spacious and very comfortable with plenty of room for our family— Six adults and six children. Beautiful sunsets every evening!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John G., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family house and great location
What a great house and location. The house was very clean and had just about every possible item in the kitchen for any feast. The upstairs is very spacious with a wonderful deck for viewing the sunset. The downstairs is a perfect area for the kids to sleep and hang out. It has its own living area with kitchenette. I would highly recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

albert o.

wonderful
wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Needs improvements
Beautiful view of marshes, nice deck and very well appointed kitchen, very comfortable and spacious upstairs and good location to beach. Nice dock made for easy swimming at high tide. Downstairs rooms need improvements.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Myrna & Dennis B.

Comfortable, spacious and beautiful
Very accomodating
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017