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Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location

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Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8132 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location

  • Welcome to Magnolia Bay, the best VRBO location in the Lions Gate community! This end-unit townhouse offers easy access in and out, with ample parking and a prime spot near the pool, tennis, and pickleball courts. Enjoy a quiet, peaceful retreat without the hassle of navigating through the neighborhood. Everything you need is right outside your door, including a serene courtyard with swings and rocking chairs—the only VRBO in the community to offer this unique feature!

    Perfect for:
    Beach lovers | Travelers | Families visiting UNCW students | Wedding guests -Just a short stroll (under 100 yards) to the Wrightsville Manor wedding venue.

    Layout & Amenities
    1st Floor:
    Guest bedroom – Two memory foam twin beds
    Full bathroom
    Family room – 65" smart TV & queen fold-out couch

    2nd Floor:
    Master bedroom – Two memory foam queen beds + single day bed
    Full bathroom
    Bedroom – 50" smart TV

    Additional Perks:
    Deck with patio furniture & KitchenAid gas grill
    Washer/dryer
    WiFi
    Sleeps 8 comfortably

    Nearby Attractions
    Wrightsville Beach – 1.6-mile walk
    Lumina Station – 3-minute walk
    Airlie Gardens – 4-minute drive
    Bluewater Waterfront Grill – 5-minute drive
    Shell Island Wedding Venue – 9-minute drive
    UNCW – 9-minute drive
    Blockade Runner – 10-minute drive
    Wrightsville Manor – 11-minute walk
    Downtown Wilmington & Riverwalk – 7 miles

    Book your stay at Magnolia Bay for the ultimate Wilmington & Wrightsville Beach getaway!
    Sleeps 8 !

    -GUEST ACCESS-
    -Exclusive access to the entire townhome, complete
    with a private deck.
    -Keyless entry for easy access
    -2 dedicated parking spaces in front of the
    entrance, plus ample guest parking
    -Community outdoor pool
    -Brand new tennis and pickleball courts (two tennis
    courts and three pickleball courts)

    -INTERACTION WITH GUESTS-
    The entire house is yours to enjoy! Relax in the clubhouse courtyard, which offers plenty of seating and swings in the shade. Additionally, you'll have access to a seasonal community pool and newly renovated tennis and pickleball courts, with complimentary rackets and balls included.

    ---Please note, absolutely no pets are allowed, and only registered guests are permitted. ---

    We do have an exterior nest camera for quality assurance and security.

    -OTHER THINGS TO NOTE-
    You can contact me through phone or text. I want to ensure that you have the best experience possible so if there is anything you need, please let me know! Please limit non-emergency texts to the hours of 7am and 10pm.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,419 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Shake all sand off and Place used towels in bathtub, strip beds and leave sheets on top of bed
Please Take out garbage, empty personal items from refrigerator
Please turn all lights out and lock doors -THANK YOU!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO parties are allowed. NO taping of decor. NO Pets. NO smoking or vaping allowed on property or decks. ONLY registered guests
$500fine for unregistered guests $100 replacement for lost pool key. NO belongings of ANY kind stored on from porch including towels, inflatables.
Pool hours : 9:00am to Sundown. No linens/pillows/furniture to be removed from property(except beach towels/blankets returned after use)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Wrightsville Sound, a neighbourhood in Wilmington, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider New Hanover County Arboretum and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
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Wilmington, NC

What's nearby

  • A butterfly on a purple flower.
    Airlie Gardens
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A garden with a gazebo, lush greenery, and flowering plants.
    New Hanover County Arboretum
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • A brick building with arched entrances and a sign reading "DePaolo Hall".
    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • A beach with a wooden fence, tall grass, and waves crashing onto the shore.
    Wrightsville Beach
    5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean, a rainbow in the sky, and a sign warning to keep off the dunes.
    Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Platypus & Gnome
    13 min walk
  • McDonald's
    13 min walk
  • Circle K
    10 min walk
  • Dockside Restaurant & Bar
    2 min drive
  • Blueberry’s Grill
    6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location located?

This family-friendly Wilmington holiday home is located in Wrightsville Sound, within 2 mi (3 km) of Airlie Gardens, New Hanover County Arboretum and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History. Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Updated/Resort StyleSleeps-8-Beach-5 min/Pool/Dining/pickle Ball-Prime location Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great and the place was very clean. Host was also super responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable home located a short drive the beach and stores. Clean, comfortable and nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, nice and close to everything. Beds were very comfortable !
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Very well thought out preparation for a family with spa like feeling Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying at this property. Clean and exactly as pictured. Close to shopping and restaurants. Hosts are very easy to get in touch with and went above and beyond to make us feel like valued guests. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay in this newly renovated townhouse! A quick drive to the beach and lovely to have a pool and pickle ball courts so close to the house. A beautiful place in a quiet neighborhood. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Magnolia Bay

We enjoyed our stay in Magnolia Bay at Lions Gate! Very quiet and clean neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation

Absolutely loved staying here. It was so nice and peaceful. Just what we needed. Beautiful home and great location. Looking forward to being back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

Family vacation. The location is perfect; 7 minute ride to the beach, tons of restaurants and shopping close by, and 15 minutes to downtown Wilmington. The home was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend!

Rental just as pictured in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from shopping and restaurants. VERY clean and well appointed. Owners were easy to communicate with. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed this place for our quick weekend trip. It was very clean and unit was perfectly described on listing. The airport was an easy 15 minute drive, beach was near by. This place is in a perfect location, near shopping and restaurants. We played pickle ball with the equipment the owner provided. Overall, was very pleased and would stay again. The host were wonderful, they commuicated very well through out our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Wrightsville Beach Townhome

This townhome exceeded our expectations. The property matched all of the details in the listing and the owners were a pleasure. The neighborhood is well-kept and very quiet, but also in an excellent location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The house was clean and exactly as pictured online. It was nice staying somewhere that felt secluded yet only a short drive to the local stores & restaurants. I appreciate the attention to detail with the added amenities ( beach towels, family games, toiletries). Will most definitely be coming back thank you David and Barb!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and gorgeous condo

We had an excellent stay at Magnolia Bay. Condo is clean and thoughtfully appointed. Everything from fluffy towels to fancy coffee. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding weekend

Four adults traveling to Wilmington attending wedding of a friend. Location was excellent. Close to the beach and just a short drive to downtown Wilmington. Convenient to shopping and restaurants. Condo was very clean and updated. Hosts very helpful, would very highly recomend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

The property was great. The owners didn’t miss a beat in how the condo was furnished and supplied. The location was perfect: wooded community right next to a shopping area with restaurants, a few blocks from the inland waterway and more great restaurants and about a mile to wrightsville beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David and Barb were very responsive. The unit is lively. Nice, quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed the pool and clubhouse and chatted it up with some of the locals at the pool. We would definitely stay here again when in ILM. Convenient location to all shops and dining. We enjoyed a fantastic brunch at Drift (get there early) and dinner at Bluewater Grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work and play

We were in the area visiting family but needed some separation for work too. The VRBO gave us that opportunity. Very comfortable easy access to all the Wilmington has to offer including the beach, great shopping and good restaurants. A win/win.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Vacation

We had a great time staying here. The hosts were responsive and attentive. The townhome was clean, spacious and perfect for our needs. Everything was just advertised. The neighborhood is also great with nearby shops and restaurants. The Airlie Gardens are 5 min driving and they were stunning. Driving to Wrightsville beach is only 5-7 minutes, and we easily found parking on the north side (beach access points 24 and 22). We are very happy with our stay and would visit again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular!

We had an amazing time.The house was very well equiped, super clean, confortable and nicely decorated. It is located very close to a grocery store and restaurants. The community has pickle ball and tennis courts. The house has raquets and balls provided for both. We recommend this house and we will be back. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property and hosts!

Everything was clean and beautiful, tastefully decorated. Anything we could have possibly needed was in the bathrooms and kitchen. Location was great, within walking distance of a lot of shops and restaurants. Only a ten minute drive to the beach! One of the things that made the stay most pleasant was how helpful and accommodating our hosts were. They were willing to let additional people stay for a small fee, and even provided a rollaway bed for us. Communication was always snappy and effective. Can’t wait to come back next year hopefully!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and spacious and they were very easy to work with and communicate with
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property exactly as listed. It was very clean and super convenient to the beach and a lot of great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for UNCW visit. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean, beds comfortable, easy check in. Very nice to have some dish pods and laundry pods included/ available. Cleaning list simple and not crazy long.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026