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Modern Beachy Oasis Cottage ! Just steps to the Ocean!

Cottage with a water park, steps from Wrightsville Beach

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Eight East
Eight East
Exterior detail
Lower Porch
Lower Porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrightsville SUP
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Level Guest Bedroom (1)

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Guest Bedroom (3)

1 King Bed

Lower Level Guest Bedroom (3)

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Bunkroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Upper Level Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Level Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper Level Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper Level Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Modern Beachy Oasis Cottage ! Just steps to the Ocean!

Come visit Eight East where you will find a fresh & clean renovated charming cottage that is sure to please! Located on the oceanside of Henderson St., this fully renovated 1940's duplex style cottage is full of a long line of Wrightsville Beach history and has been transformed into a beachy modern oasis. The location cannot be beat as you are 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 a bright & airy cozy space for friends and family to gather! Enjoy a smart TV in all living areas and bedrooms. Comfy oversized couches and chairs fill the lower and upper level sitting areas to rest on. There are two dining & kitchen areas that have it all. Upstairs seats 9 comfortably at the large farm table and 5 can sit around the large island/bar. The downstairs dining area seats 6 around the table and 2 at the bar. The newly updated kitchens 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 can be found in both kitchens. We also keep the cabinets stocked with 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 12 guests offering 3 king beds, 1 bunk bed, 2 queen beds and two pullout sofas. 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. 12 beach towels will also be provided. The cottage has 3 full bathrooms. You will find each bathroom well stocked with all of the essentials: soap, shampoo, conditioner, and other toiletries. We also have two sets of washers and dryers that you are welcomed to use.

Last but certainly not least, chill out on our large wrap around porches with comfortable seating and dining areas. In 2023, we added a beautiful outside bar located in the back of the cottage that provides your own little oasis to hangout , watch TV, and relax! When you come in from the sun & sand, rinse off in our hot/cold outdoor showerhouse! There is parking available for 4 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.

**Access between the Upper and Lower level is utilized by walking outside and using stairs. There is not access between the levels from the inside of cottage.

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 bringing them 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 also be rented duplex style as two separate units (Upper & Lower) Please message us for details or go to VRBO listing #1397586 (Upper) or VRBO listing #1551936 (Lower).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the house or on porches
4 cars maximum allowed in driveway. No parking underneath house.
No parking boats, trailers, campers, RV's in the driveway or on the property.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Wrightsville Beach

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Aussie Island Surf Shop and South End Surf Shop are also worth visiting.
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Wrightsville Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wrightsville SUP - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Aussie Island Surf Shop - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oceanic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jerry Allen's Sports Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Beachy Oasis Cottage ! Just steps to the Ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Beachy Oasis Cottage ! Just steps to the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Beachy Oasis Cottage ! Just steps to the Ocean!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Beachy Oasis Cottage ! Just steps to the Ocean! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Wrightsville SUP and Aussie Island Surf Shop are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

erin d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful property! clean and great for group attending friends weddinf
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year at Eight East and we had another fabulous stay and plan to rebook for next summer! Kelly is an absolutely wonderful host and the home is just perfection!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing rental space very near the popular Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer pier. Plenty of space with upstairs and downstairs kitchens, outdoor bar, wrap around deck and porch spaces. Cool features like a wireless sound system with room-by-room controls, premium beverage fridges, fans in every room, and modern climate controls. There are even bikes, surfboards and beach chairs you can use on site. The host was great and easy to communicate with and check in and check out was super easy. If this place is available when you're visiting, book it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Wrightsville getaway house. Convenient to everything. Owner has thought of everything. Well appointed, great beachy vibe. Super responsive. Our second time staying and we will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay for graduation

Had a wonderful stay with family for our daughter’s graduation from UNCW. Perfect for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha T., Austin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very special beach cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Eight East! So many thoughtful touches and amenities were included that are rarely provided in rentals, plus beautiful decor, a fantastic outdoor bar area, extraordinary landscaping, lots of outdoor seating to relax in, and easy access to the beach. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittain H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, simple, fun

A perfect amount of space for a friends celebration weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach trip

We had a great week in Wrightsville Beach. 🏖️ This property is beautiful and perfect for a family. We rode bikes, played at the beach and found lots yummy food. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tennis Tournament

My tennis team stayed at this lovely cottage in early November. We used the house as a home base and enjoyed its central location. Thoughtful amenities and beautiful decor make this a home we want to return to.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

This was a perfect location for access to the beach and restaurants. The house had everything we needed. The property owner checked in on us during our stay. I would definitely stay here again and recommend to friends. A couple of the ladies in our party were already looking for summer availability.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach cottage

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an amazing stay at this beach cottage! Just steps from the beach, the location couldn't be better. The decor was beautiful and the place was impeccably clean. The host thought of everything to make our stay enjoyable - ample supply of beach towels, bath robes, bikes, and beach chairs. The host was easy to work with and very responsive. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything Absolutely fabulous!!! House amenities awesome. Not enough superlatives to tell you how

Above Fabulous
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Son’s Wedding Trip

We couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to have stayed for the weekend. The home is beautifully decorated, spotless and fully stocked with all of the needs and wants! The homeowner responded instantly with any needs or questions that came up! We will definitely come back to this property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

Kelly's place was absolute perfect for our daughter's wedding weekend! Plenty of room for our family and with renting both top and bottom unit, had a place for the bridal party to get ready by ourselves. Kelly has absolutely everything you could possible need for your stay - fully stocked kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, beach gear, games - you name it! And it's so nicely decorated and comfortable - you can't go wrong renting this place!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S., Ocean City, Cape May County

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

My family and I were recommended this property by friends. We were in town for UNCW Parents Weekend and rented both floors with friends for a long weekend visiting our college kids. While Tropical Storm Ophelia threatened to dampen our stay, this was a great place to weather the storm. The storm also generated some great waves for our boys to catch some surf 🏄‍♂️ All the necessities of home were there and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney Stuart A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wrightsville Beach Paradise

Kelly's home is outstanding in every way. It is thoughtfully designed, and it is perfect for accomodating multiple families. My parents, my sister and her family, and my family stayed at Kelly's beach house for my parents' 50th wedding anniversary. What a special place! A gorgeous spot to entertain, a lovely back deck / bar area with a grassy area that is perfect for kids to play. We loved the porch as well, which convenientally had permanent gates to allow our toddlers to roam freely. There is everything you need at this home, and it makes for such a memorable spot. Not to mention, it is steps from the beach. I would most definitely stay again! Thanks, Kelly, for your wonderful home and sharing it with us. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane Whitehill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Lovely! You should book!

Pros: *location, nothing better than an NC beach *Rocking property, a mini paradise *Water purification, love my NC beaches. Water is nasty. You can smell it. Excellent addition *Beds, nobody complained and it’s not a bunch of tiny bunk beds *Wrap around porch with fans, great chairs and Sound system *Outdoor open bar, beautifully landscaped lower level. It’s a beautiful kinda outdoor man cave. And the landscaping is lovely *owner is exceptional. And no, you don’t have to bring toilet paper. This is a classy place. YIPPEE. Outdoor Shower Totally fun and relaxing gem a few doors from the beach. Two small blocks to the Johnny Mercer Pier. *
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The two-story setup worked out great for us adults upstairs and the young adults downstairs. It gave everyone their own space while still keeping us all together. The house is beautiful, and Kelly is an awesome host, quick to respond and super easy to work with.This was the perfect spot to celebrate with our big family. We had a birthday, an overseas move, and even a new baby to toast to all under one roof!We loved hanging out on the big upstairs porch, relaxing in the outdoor bar area, and being just a short walk to the beach. Plus, it’s an easy stroll to bars and restaurants, which made it even better for the whole crew. Already can’t wait for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

Property was conveniently located for everything Wrightsville beach has to offer. We had a multi-generational large family group and renting both units was great. The property featured multiple built in gates which allowed us to keep the small children corraled. The bar area was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House!

This house is a favorite of my family after looking for the perfect spot for a family vacation for a long time. We booked the entire house for my niece's wedding last year and loved it. So we came back this year and immediately reserved for next year. The two floors are ideal for my aging mother (downstairs) and my grandchildren (upstairs). Kelly is an excellent host, communicates promptly and clearly, and the property is gorgeous. We especially love the large upstairs front porch, the fun outdoor bar area, and the proximity to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Peyton L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Everything was perfect, the house was super updated and clean. Check in and out was super easy and the house had everything we needed and more! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation / Mother’s Day weekend

Every aspect of the home exceeded our expectations! It’s beautiful, clean and very comfy! The grounds are lush with plants. All the perks of this home make your stay that much better and so easy’ We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent beach getaway

Excellent beach getaway house. Whole house is actually 2 units so the whole group does not have to constantly be on top of one another and people can get some personal space and quiet time. House was very clean and well equipped. The location could not have been better - beach is 50 yards away, Johnny Mercer pier a few minutes walk. Host was very responsive and helpful. Would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacque W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving gathering

Perfect in very way!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and owner

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at 8 E Henderson a couple of weeks ago. The place was awesome and well equipped with everything for a perfect stay. Owner communication was fantastic! We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Thomas

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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 but so could we!!

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. The location is unbeatable as you are just steps away from the ocean and a quick walk to local attractions, restaurants, and the downtown area!

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