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Stay near Wrightsville Beach's top sights

Wrightsville Beach408 locals recommend
Airlie Gardens234 locals recommend
Oceanic131 locals recommend
Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill119 locals recommend
Ceviche's115 locals recommend
Bluewater Grill112 locals recommend

Vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach

Guest favorite
Home in Oak Island
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Beautiful House close to 31st Street beach access

StairRating, 5 stars3 months ago
We have been coming to OKI for over 40 years. This is by far the best rental. Super clean. Great floor plan. Plenty of room. Pet friendly.
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Home in Wrightsville Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

2BR 2BA w/Loft Wrightsville Beach w/Ocean Views

AlishaRating, 5 stars1 week ago
We loved our stay! The beach is steps away, and it’s in a great area for walking to nearby restaurants, shops, a park, and a playground. The space is very comfortable and was great for our stay with 2 small kids. We would stay here again on a future trip to the area!
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Home in Oak Island
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 54 reviews

Reel Nice: Beach House

LenaRating, 5 stars12 months ago
This place was perfect for our trip to Oak Island for our family’s running event. The beds were a little stiff, maybe bring a mattress topper if you need a soft mattress. Otherwise, it was excellent and my niece and nephew had fun playing with the toys in the double bunkbed room!! We had everything we needed for the weekend trip!
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Home in Topsail Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Pura Vida : Best of Topsail

BraeyahRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Brian and Liz were awesome hosts. They were extremely responsive and the house was perfect for our family. The location is great as it’s off the path of the main road so it was quite peaceful with some peek a boo views of the intercoastal waterway. The decor was cute as it wasn’t overly beachy, but just the right amount. The couch/sectional was so comfy and the beds offered a good night’s sleep. Highly recommend.
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Home in Bald Head Island
5 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Updated Luxury, Family Friendly - Dock, 2 Clubs

SarahRating, 5 stars4 months ago
We enjoyed our time at Stefanie's home. Peaceful beautiful surroundings. Lots of amenities at the home. Good communication with host.
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Home in Bolivia
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Sea Oats on Lockwood Folly

LaurenRating, 5 stars6 months ago
We were beyond happy with our stay! Martin was beyond kind and helpful. Everything was perfect! You can get to multiple beach towns in 20 minutes including the clubhouse ON the beach with a pool, shower, bathroom, and clubhouse to relax in air in. This trip is definitely one we will book again!
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Home in Holly Ridge
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Holly Ridge Whole Town Home close to beaches

LeidyRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Amazing place to stay 100% recommended. My family and I will stay again definitely. Beautiful home those pictures doesn’t no make justice haha it’s such a lovely home!
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Villa in Bald Head Island
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Great 3 Bedroom Villa within walking distance club

MargieRating, 5 stars10 months ago
This is such a great space for a small family or group. Our granddaughter loved the upper level with a lovely outdoor space. We all loved the main deck with a beautiful view. The furnishings were great and having two golf carts was awesome ! So easy to walk or ride to beach access 13. We saw one small alligator in the lagoon. We recommend this villa wholeheartedly.

Dog friendly vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach

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Cottage in Carolina Beach
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews

Relax on the porch* 1 blk boardwk/beach*dogs ok*

MatthewRating, 5 stars3 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 stars2 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!
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Apartment in Surf City
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

The Bungalows E- Beachfront - Dog Friendly - Gazeb

KeriRating, 5 stars7 months ago
This was our fourth trip back to Jeffrey's place and we will continue to come back each year. The place is clean and is in an amazing location right across from the beach. It is obvious they continue to make improvements each year as well and any questions that you have are responded to promptly. Everything is so convenient about this place, we look forward to coming again next year!
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Home in Wilmington
5 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

Beach House Getaway

MicheleRating, 5 stars6 days ago
Tony’s place was by far my favorite Air BnB location to date…It was pristine when we walked in the door…The neighborhood was quiet and very walkable …My 2 lil dogs loved the fenced in back yard. It was very centrally located to all the things we needed. Tony response to our questions was truly like his add says…he responds within 10 mins! I would by far recommend any of my friends and family to stay here when in town…Thanks for being a great host Tony!!
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Home in Oak Island
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

CityWoes2SandyToes, dog-friendly fully-fenced yard

RachelRating, 5 stars3 months ago
The place was beautiful and comfortable, felt like home away from home. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen, access to the washer dryer, the peaceful backyard and friendly neighbors. Very convenient to several scenic walkways and beach access points. Thank you Min and Glen for being such responsive and flexible hosts!! We will definitely come back!
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Cottage in Wilmington
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

Outdoor Shower & Hot Tub - Central to Everything!

CindyRating, 5 stars4 days ago
I needed a place to stay while I was in town awaiting the birth of my grandchild. I loved the quaint back yard with the hot tub and twinkle lights surrounded by beautiful trees and landscape . Home was very comfortable and I felt very safe, as I was alone.
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Home in Oak Island
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Walk to the Beach, Fenced, Fire Pit

JessicaRating, 5 stars1 month 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!
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Home in Wilmington
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Pet Friendly Paradise; 15 Minutes to Beach/ D-Town

CrotiaRating, 5 stars2 months ago
my favorite spot!!! love this location for my family and my doggie!!! we will be back!!

Other great vacation rentals in Wrightsville Beach

Guest favorite
Home in Wilmington
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Family friendly & great location

AnthonyRating, 5 stars2 months ago
This was a true home away from home! From the moment we arrived until our departure, my family and I felt at home. The only difference between our own home and this one was the address. The location was even better, nestled in a peaceful neighborhood where the residents welcomed and treated us as neighbors. The interior of the home was impeccable, with everything in its place. I would highly recommend this location to anyone seeking a home away from home.
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Condo in Carolina Beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

The Great Wave

CrystalRating, 5 stars1 week ago
The place was as described. The view is amazing every morning I got to lay in bed and watch the sunrise on the ocean it was amazing.
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 stars5 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.
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Cottage in Carolina Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Beautiful cottage a short stroll to the ocean

MichaelRating, 5 stars5 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.
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Condo in Oak Island
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Oceanview Condo, Pool, 2 min walk to the sand

SarahRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Easy from start to finish, perfectly convenient for our trip, we had a great stay!
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Home in Holden Beach
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

The Great (and Charming) Outlook

CamillaRating, 5 stars7 months ago
Our stay was absolutely wonderful! Our toddler loved the house, it allowed plenty of space for the late night zooming to be had. It was a very short walk to the beach and super close to great restaurants! Sharon was super responsive and helpful with our questions! We loved it!
Guest favorite
Home in Oak Island
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Pelican's Perch, sunset views, walk to beach!

LisaRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Rachel’s space was exactly as described. The home was immaculately clean and in a great location. Less than 10 minutes to grocery stores and the beach was a stone’s throw from the house. I would absolutely book this again!
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 stars7 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.

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

  • 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 2,360 vacation rentals near Tower seven, over 2,360 vacation rentals near Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill, over 2,380 vacation rentals near Oceanic, and over 2,380 vacation rentals near Dockside Restaurant, and so much more! Experience the best of Wrightsville Beach right on your doorstep.

  • 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 660 vacation rentals in Wrightville Sound, and over 660 vacation rentals in Summer Haven.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 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 condo rentals in Wrightsville Beach have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 10 condo rentals with a bbq area in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • 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.

  • What are the most popular amenities for Condo Rentals in Wrightsville Beach?

    Enhance your stay in our Condo Rentals with the most popular amenities: over 40 homes with self check-in, over 10 homes with a bbq area, and more. Indulge in the ultimate retreat, tailored to your preferences.

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