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Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC

Southport vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5136 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Southport, NC
  • Place, Franklin Square Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Southport Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the area

Southport

In Southport .Your stay at this vacation home will put you steps from Franklin Square Gallery and a 5-minute walk from Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. The Clubs at St. James and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Franklin Square Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Clubs at St. James - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Southport Marina - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Pub Of Southport - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC

LOCATION-LOCATION- LOCATION - 10/10 RATING
Sis's Cottage has it all!!! We are Downtown! Approx 500 feet to Franklin Square Park and Dry Street Pizza. Quiet Middle Street, Light traffic. You are literally 1 block to Downtown Southport!
312 College Street, Southport NC 28461
Sis's cottage is a charming, newly remodeled 3 bedroom 2 full baths in the historical district of beautiful Southport NC. The house has an open floor plan with living room, dining room and fully equipped kitchen with all the amenities needed to dine in if you choose. The cottage is located one block from the main downtown area within walking distance of restaurants, shops and inter coastal waterways. Lots of parking. Can accommodate up to 6 cars or 4 cars and fishing boat and trailer. You can sit on the front porch swing or rocking chairs and listen to bands on Thursday night when playing in Franklin Square Park. The cottage will accommodate 5 people. Master queen bedroom downstairs with full bath. Upstairs
has queen bed and also a twin bed with trundle with full bath. Includes a fully equipped kitchen with double
door refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, disposal and washer and dryer and Keurig coffee maker. House is beautifully decorated.
Utilities, cable and wifi included. Linens provided.
If this is your first trip to Historic Southport, you are in for such a treat. If you are returning, we all know why. This is the place to take you back in time in so many ways, small hometown feel, residents here are unbelievable friendly, the scenery is gorgeous, beautiful oak trees, many quaint shops, lots of good food and so many historic sites to see. You are couple blocks away from the Cape Fear River, Provisions and Fishy Fishy Restaurants and more. Southport Marina is just a few blocks away if it is boating you like. And then there are the Ferrys that will take you to Bald Head Island, Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher. If it is the beach you are looking for, we have that too, Oak Island is just 10 minutes away. This is the place you want to be and the place you will want to come back to.
Pets allowed upon approval. Pet Fee is $150.00 Maximum 2 pets under 50 lbs allowed. Fenced in backyard. No Smoking allowed.
FYI ONLY- Trash Pickup every Tuesday Morning
Recycles - Bi-Weekly Every Tuesday
Minimum 3 nights stay. Check in 4:00p.m. Check out is 10:00 a.m.
A 50% deposit required at time of booking. Advance 2 weeks notice required for cancellation for deposit refund less a $25.00 processing fee.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,460 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
If you have made any additions to TV please remove and leave TV the way it was.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No loud noises inside or outside of premises, no drinking allowed outside, no large gatherings.
No large dogs such as Rottweilers or Pit bulls. Keep in crate while you are away. Do not allow on furniture or beds. Pick up poop outside.
Pet deposit is non refundable. $150.00 pet Fee.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC to the airport?

This vacation home is 33 mi (45-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.1 mi (48-min drive) from Kure Beach and 10.8 mi (53-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC to downtown Southport?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Southport.

Sis’s Cottage - Southport, NC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 291 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a quaint cottage! Right in the heart of Southport - walkable to EVERYTHING. Extremely clean, well appointed, with a totally stocked kitchen for cooking in. The yard was perfect for our dog.I cannot overstate how nice the property was. We will DEFINITELY come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sis's Cottage was everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Great backyard, fully fenced for dogs or kids to play. Beautifully decorated. Host is very friendly and responds quickly. Walking distance to anything and everything. Can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Close to shops & restaurants. Quiet little town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was incredible to work with. She is so responsive and helpful. This was our second time staying in the cottage, and we had another excellent stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is as advertised. It was clean, comfortable and well appointed. The location is spec— we could walk to most events and many shops and restaurants. The host is attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was well furnished and full of amenities. Great communication with host. House was walking distance to everything
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Lovely House and Great Location!

Super clean. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with everything we needed in a perfect spot. We can’t wait to return in a few weeks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an awesome home which is decorated so well and stocked with all you need. It is in a wonderful location close to everything. The owner, Gail, communicates quickly. It is the only place we like to stay at in Southport.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive and welcoming. We loved the house and the location. Charming and comfortable house. Easy walk to all of our favorite places. Thanks for opening your home to guests! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Great stay !

Nice cottage, great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 5th stay at Sis's Cottage. As in the past, we enjoyed the peaceful environment and easy access to town, the waterfront, and our favorite restaurants. We hope to continue our annual visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our trip and Sis's Cottage. This was our third time staying here and it feels so comfortable. Gail is so good at communication and does her best to keep you informed on anything you need to know and stay safe. We love Southport and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Elegant cottage near town!

Wonderful vacation! Great evening walks to dinner and around town. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candis U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful rental, had everything we needed, even prettier in person. Location is also great! Host was very responsive and great to work with. I highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sis’s cottage is our favorite getaway spot in Southport. It’s in a great location, has beautiful furnishing, and the fenced yard. The house has everything you need. Thanks for sharing your home with us again Gail, we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is spacious and very comfortable. It has lovely sitting areas, inside and out and a very well equipped kitchen. The location in Southport is perfect for walking to restaurants, tennis, a park and the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and the location. Will definitely stay again. Gail was responsive to texts. One of the best Vrbo properties I’ve stayed in
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen H.

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

Rest and adventure

Three nights in Southport was a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotless. Beautifully decorated. No bugs! Great location. Quiet . Within walking distance of river and shops.We had to leave a couple days early because of an emergency at home but hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

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

Sis's Cottage

The house was absolutely amazing! Perfect location- Very Clean- Absolutely beautiful!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Sweet spot

Great house, wonderful location for walking!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

Perfect location

We loved our stay in this Southport property. The house was very clean, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen had great utensils and appliances. We enjoyed the front porch and the short walk to shopping, restaurants and the waterfront. This was the Southport experience we were looking for and Sis' Cottage was perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn R.

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

Great Location

Perfect location to explore Southport and all it had to offer. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023