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Wrightsville Beach beach vacation rentals

Guest favorite
Condo in Kure Beach
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Beachfront Condo, Steps to the Beach

CaseyRating, 5 stars1 week ago
We had a great weekend at Kure Beach. The condo was the perfect size for our family and a great location. We loved watching the waves from the balcony and the short walk to Fort Fisher. Our son was a big fan of the bunk beds.
Superhost
Townhouse in Kure Beach
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 270 reviews

Ocean Breeze, Beautiful Ocean Front Townhome

JamesRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We always love staying here. The condo is so warm and cozy. Rob is a fantastic host. The views are amazing and the location perfect. We can’t wait to return yet again.
Superhost
Home in Carolina Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Ebb Tide - Oceanfront house with 4 bedrooms!

JamesRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Beautiful home with direct access right to the beach. My family had a very comfortable stay.
Top guest favorite
Home in Surf City
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Da Island Retreat - Steps to Beach

DanielRating, 5 stars7 months ago
Our stay at the Beach House at Topsail was nothing short of wonderful! The location is unbeatable—just a quick and easy walk to the beach, which made our daily seaside adventures incredibly convenient. The house itself exudes a rustic charm that perfectly complements the coastal vibe of the area. We felt right at home the moment we stepped inside. The instructions provided were clear and straightforward, making our arrival and stay seamless. Minnie, our host, was fantastic—she was attentive and ensured that everything was in place for our comfort. We thoroughly enjoyed the cozy and inviting space, and we're already looking forward to our next visit!
Guest favorite
Apartment in Carolina Beach
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

CB's Salty Retreat

MatthewRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Me and my group had a great time staying here for spring break. We were able to easily walk to the beach and also still got to enjoy downtown Wilmington since it wasn’t too far away. The kitchen was fully stocked and spacious which made it easy to cook group dinners.
Guest favorite
Condo in Carolina Beach
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviews

Amazing Ocean Views!

BrynneRating, 5 stars1 week ago
This is the second time we have stayed with this host and are just as impressed! Vacationing with our dog is such a joy. We truly love Carolina Beach and look forward to our many future vacations here!
Guest favorite
Condo in Carolina Beach
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Oceanfront w/ Huge Balcony & Private Beach Access

JarredRating, 5 stars4 days ago
Fantastic few days getaway. Perfect location with an amazing view. Very comfortable accommodations and master bed is too notch comfortable.
Guest favorite
Condo in Carolina Beach
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews

Dune Our Thing! With an amazing view!

ChristineRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
We had a great stay for 3 nights! When I say this was one of the most comfortable mattresses I’ve ever slept on, I’m not exaggerating. I wish I could take it home with me. Beautiful view of the ocean from inside and out. Small kitchen and renovated bathroom but suited our needs. Easy beach access from the complex and near the unit. Great surfing, walking or sunbathing but not sure about kids in the waves, the surf seemed rough to us. Pool was not open during our stay. Steep 1 flight of stairs to access condo, something to consider with heavy suitcases. We did have to contact the owner 1x with a question/issue and they responded very quickly. Overall would highly recommend this condo!

Dog friendly vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach

Guest favorite
Cottage in Oak Island
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews

Pinch of Peace, Dogs Welcome!

PeterRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Robert's house is great. Three large bedrooms/2 baths/beautiful kitchen/nice screened back porch for morning coffee. Very clean with beautiful art all over. Fenced yard for our dog and lots of backyard plantings and birds. Robert very responsive as to any questions we had. Would be happy to stay here anytime. Peter/Meaghan and Titus the dog Madison,WI
Guest favorite
Cottage in Carolina Beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk

MatthewRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Great spot in a great location. Giant kitchen and plenty of room inside and on the front porch. Kitchen was big enough to host Thanksgiving! Everything was just as advertised and very enjoyable.
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Home in Kure Beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

*2 Blocks to Beach, Dog friendly w/no pet fees!*

LaurenRating, 5 stars3 months ago
We booked Kathleen’s place for our family Christmas vacation and it was everything we were looking for! Comfortable beds, open living space, dog friendly and the hot tub was a great amenity for us! The home was clean and comfortable and being able to have our dogs with us for the holidays was truly worth every penny- thank you so much Kathleen!
Top guest favorite
Home in Wilmington
5 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Beach House Getaway

TericaRating, 5 stars2 days ago
Tony's place was very clean! The neighborhood was quite and he gave very detailed instructions. Great place!
Top guest favorite
Home in Oak Island
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

CityWoes2SandyToes, dog-friendly fully-fenced yard

DanielleRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Min and Glen have an awesome place, great location and not far from the beach. We love bringing our dog on trips and Min and Glen were very accommodating. Also we had to change dates and Min made it stress free. We would totally stay at the City Woes 2 Sandy Toes again.
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Cottage in Wilmington
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Outdoor Shower & Hot Tub - Central to Everything!

JennifferRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Our stay at the little “inn” tuition was amazing. We were down in NC for a wedding and the location was central to all our friends and the venues for the events. The hot tub was especially a treat at the end of the day. Although we did not need the use of the kitchen I was pleasantly impressed with all the spices and cookware available. The suggestions for places to eat were also very helpful. I have already recommended this particular location to friends when they want to visit the area.
Guest favorite
Home in Oak Island
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Linens Included/Dog Friendly "Oak Island Oasis"

JeffRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
The place was great. Plenty of amenities, comfortable furniture and beds. Kitchen had pretty much everything we needed and we cooked most meals. Neighborhood was very quiet and any get togethers in the area were done and quiet by around 9. Fenced in back yard was great for our dog and the bikes were really nice to use. Easy walk to the beach by a pedestrian bridge just one street over. Several great restaurants and grocery stores within a short drive.
Top guest favorite
Home in Oak Island
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Walk to the Beach, Fenced, Fire Pit

JessicaRating, 5 stars2 months ago
First time staying in OKI in the winter and with our dog. Highly recommend IOD to anyone, especially someone with dogs. Her place was close enough to walk to go eat and to the store, walk to the beach, but private enough you felt like you were away from everyone. The backyard is the perfect place to hang out and let your dogs get some energy out. We will be coming back for sure!

Other great vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach

Top guest favorite
Townhouse in Oak Island
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Views,2-3 min walk 2 beach/elevator,pierTide&Seek

anniceRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Great location! Walkable to the beach, beautiful views and private access of the marsh. Ample comfy outdoor patio seating. Living room and dining table arrangement was very inviting for bringing everyone together for meals and movies. Well stocked kitchen with ample dishes/ cups. Appreciated the labeled light switches! Lots of beach gear and games. Pac-Man arcade game was a family favorite! Additional extras like elevator and Bluetooth speaker were much appreciated!
Guest favorite
Condo in Carolina Beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews

The Great Wave

KellyRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
We had a wonderful vacation, this condo was in a perfect location, close to everything, clean & comfortable. Check in was easy and quick replies to any messages I sent. This is my 2nd time staying here & will definitely rent this place again if it’s available.
Guest favorite
Home in Oak Island
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Wonderful Ocean Views - Large 5 BR Home near Beach

AlexandraRating, 5 stars7 months ago
Great view of the ocean from the top floor bedrooms. Loved the hammock, and the large kitchen space downstairs. Beach was nice and quiet with beautiful weather most days for fishing. Great place to stay for our large family vacation.
Guest favorite
Cottage in Carolina Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Beautiful cottage a short stroll to the ocean

MichaelRating, 5 stars6 months ago
We had a wonderful visit to Carolina Beach. The house was spacious, beautiful and immaculate. We strolled the few blocks to the beach daily. The owners graciously helped us locate a tire repair shop as we had a flat tire shortly before arriving. The area was inundated with 20” of rain several days before we arrived. It was shocking how quickly the businesses recovered.
Top guest favorite
Condo in Oak Island
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Oceanview Condo, Pool, 2 min walk to the sand

BrianRating, 5 stars2 days ago
Amber’s condo is very nice with modern appliances, a fully stocked kitchen, nice bedrooms, and a great view of the ocean from the large balcony. It’s a short walk to the pier where there are two restaurants and a coffee shop. We ate at both restaurants and tried the coffee and pastries and were very happy with all of it. There was construction during the day in one of the adjacent condos and pretty noisy neighbors that moved in upstairs midway through the week but that’s obviously out of our host’s control. We lucked out with pretty good spring weather so spent a lot of peaceful time on the beach which is a short walk away. The storage locker on the ground level had everything we needed for the beach and saved us from having to pack all our beach gear. We would definitely stay here again. Big thanks to Amber!!
Top guest favorite
Home in Bald Head Island
5 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Updated Luxury, Family Friendly - Dock, 2 Clubs

AveryRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
We loved our stay at Stef’s place! The house was gorgeous, spotless and had a ton of thoughtful amenities/extras. Stef was a wonderful host. Highly recommend!
Guest favorite
Home in Oak Island
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Beach Island Bum Short Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly

SherryRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Great home to stay in well stocked kitchen and fenced in backyard for pets to play in.And feel at home no being on leash all week .A nice walk to beach but renting a golf cart makes it so much more fun so u can really sight see island and all it has to offer. House was very cozy just like at home.very nice neighborhood And water is close at end of street to put ur boat in . Would definitely suggest this to everyone wanting a family home away from. Home.
Top guest favorite
Home in Wrightsville Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

The Great Escape- A Waterfront Retreat

KristenRating, 5 stars1 week ago
I rented this beautiful house for our wedding weekend and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Such a great place to host a few friends. All of the bedrooms were comfortable but the dock is where we spent most of our time. We even had a pod of dolphins come through! Clean, spacious, and loved having the kayaks and paddle boards to play on. Would definitely recommend this spot and hope to rent it again for our 1 year anniversary:)

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach

  • Total rentals

    620 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    $50 before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    18K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    450 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    140 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    230 properties have a pool

Your guide to Wrightsville Beach

Introduction

Encompassing an island as well as its namesake beach, North Carolina’s Wrightsville Beach is one of the oldest established beach communities in the country, first documented in the 1720s. Its origins as a tourist town go back to 1889, when the area railroad company built tracks from neighboring Wilmington across the Banks Channel to transport visitors to the ocean. Bolstered by its natural beauty and yacht club, which is one of the oldest in the country, Wrightsville Beach began to draw regular vacationers, and an entertainment-driven construction boom followed. In the early 1900s, massive hotels opened with dance halls and entertainment, making the small beach town a tour stop for popular big bands. Though Wilmington’s neighboring beaches, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, are well known for watersports and recreation, Wrightsville Beach maintains its family-friendly allure, picture-perfect beach, and centuries-old history as one of the most appealing oceanfront destinations on the East Coast.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach has a subtropical climate characterized by mild winters, with highs in the mid-50s Fahrenheit, and hot, humid summers with highs in the lower 90s. Summers can be sticky, pushing the area’s heat index toward 100 degrees at its peak, perfect for playing in the water. The push and pull of warm Atlantic Ocean waters in relation to storm system tracks puts Wrightsville Beach at risk of tropical storms. If you’re traveling during hurricane season, which peaks in September, pay extra attention to local weather reports.


Top things to do in Wrightsville Beach

Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier

Constructed in the 1930s and nearly destroyed after a series of hurricanes in the 1990s, Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier was rebuilt in 2002 from reinforced concrete and is open 24/7 year-round. The modern pier is plenty wide for the crowds who walk it, and multiple spots accommodate the scores of anglers casting their lines on any given day — or night, as after-dark fishing is popular here.

Wrightsville Beach Park

Located in the heart of town and bordered by water in all directions, this family-friendly park attracts locals for tennis, basketball, soccer, and volleyball, and kids of all ages to its colorful playground. It’s also host to special events throughout the year, including Wrightsville Beach’s summer concert series.

The Loop

Circling the interior of the island, this 2.5-mile fitness trail runs through the heart of Wrightsville Beach in the center of town, straddling the mainland and the namesake beach. It’s especially popular with runners, walkers, and dog-walkers. Fantastic views abound.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where should I stay in Wrightsville Beach?

    Make yourself at home in Wrightsville Beach by choosing from our most frequently booked neighborhoods. We have over 670 vacation rentals in Summer Haven, and over 670 vacation rentals in Wrightville Sound.

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Wrightsville Beach?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 150 vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • How much does it cost to stay in townhouse rentals in Wrightsville Beach?

    Experience the best of Wrightsville Beach with our townhouse rentals, starting at about $50 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Are there vacation rentals near Wrightsville Beach's top attractions?

    You're in luck! Stay at the heart of it all with our vacation rentals near Wrightsville Beach's top attractions. We offer over 2,390 vacation rentals near Dockside Restaurant, over 2,380 vacation rentals near Tower seven, over 2,380 vacation rentals near Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill, and over 2,390 vacation rentals near Oceanic, and so much more! Experience the best of Wrightsville Beach right on your doorstep.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Wrightsville Beach. Choose from more than 140 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • Are there Wrightsville Beach vacation rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 230 vacation homes with pools in Wrightsville Beach, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

  • Do house rentals in Wrightsville Beach have self check-in?

    Absolutely! We offer over 50 house rentals with self check-in in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Are there family-friendly condo rentals in Wrightsville Beach?

    Wrightsville Beach has more than 120 family-friendly condo rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

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