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Traditional sound front cottage w historic charm!

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
  • Wrightsville Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Wrightsville SUP
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Traditional sound front cottage w historic charm!

"Parsley" is a cherished historic sound-front cottage where guests return year after year to experience the timeless charm of Wrightsville Beach. With breathtaking sound views, spectacular sunsets, and a delightful wraparound porch lined with rocking chairs, this coastal retreat is perfect for relaxation. Just across the street, children can splash in the gentle waters of a private beach that emerges at low tide, while adults enjoy the serenity of the lush garden by the shore. A short walk across South Lumina provides easy access to the ocean, ensuring the best of both worlds.

This beloved cottage seamlessly blends vintage character with modern comforts. The main level features a cozy yet functional kitchen, an inviting living and dining area, and a charming bedroom with a twin bed. Multiple sets of French doors and windows allow the fresh ocean breeze to sweep through the home, just like in the old days. The expansive shaded porch is the heart of the cottage—perfect for unwinding in a rocking chair while enjoying the coastal air. A unique feature of this home is the full bathroom located on the porch, adding a rustic and relaxing touch to your stay.

Upstairs, three additional bedrooms provide plenty of space for family and friends. The first guest room offers a full and twin bed, while the two remaining bedrooms each feature two twin beds and their own private sinks—an authentic nod to the home’s history. A shared half bathroom with a charming clawfoot tub adds to the vintage appeal.

Though the cottage’s cross breeze keeps it wonderfully comfortable, modern amenities like central heat and air, as well as ceiling fans throughout, ensure year-round comfort. However, the home is winterized and unavailable for rent from December through April.

Step back in time and experience Wrightsville Beach the way it was meant to be—peaceful, picturesque, and full of nostalgia. Don't miss your chance to stay in this truly special coastal getaway!

Occupancy: 8.
Stay Requirements: Sunday to Sunday rental in with a minimum of 7- night stay.
Bedding Configuration: 1 Full, 6 Twin.
Parking: Assigned parking on site for 3 vehicles.
Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with a nonrefundable fee that is charged per pet. Maximum of 2 dogs per reservation.
Prohibited: Smoking, Use of Grills, RV’s, Boats, Boat Trailers, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Amenities: Sound front, Single-Family Home, Pet Friendly, Historic.

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “W323 – Parsley” as a vacation rental.

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Bryant Real Estate
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Kitchen
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Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

About the area

Wrightsville Beach

Located in Wrightsville Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trask Coliseum or Legion Stadium. Jet skiing, snorkelling and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South End Surf Shop - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Wrightsville SUP - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 9 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Oceanic - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater An American Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shark Bar And Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional sound front cottage w historic charm! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional sound front cottage w historic charm!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional sound front cottage w historic charm!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional sound front cottage w historic charm! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and Aussie Island Surf Shop. South End Surf Shop and Johnnie Mercer's Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Annual Beach Week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My friends and I rent the Parsley house for a week every year and it's the perfect place to spend a beach week. The house is comfortable and has everything we need. We love the fact that it's a classic Wrightsville Beach beach cottage and is well suited for a leisurely stay. The beach on the sound side is perfect for hanging out and for keeping our boat moored. We'll keep renting this cottage every year for sure!
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10/10 Excellent

Charming cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed the comfort and convenient location of the Parsley Cottage. The new air conditioning works well.
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10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

A Perfect Week!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Parsley was perfect for our family and pup. Easy access to the ocean! Great location and easy access to some great restaurants in town. We especially loved sunsets on the private beach on the causeway. So convenient! The house has a vintage cottage vibe that we all enjoyed. Cool and comfy! We hope to return next summer!
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10/10 Excellent

William B.

Wrightsville Beach - Parsley House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The House was a wonderful house. Close to the yacht club. Loved the older style beach house charm
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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8/10 Good

Pamela M.

Very beachy, need AC

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very beachy, old school home. Well appointed in terms of dishes, cups, etc.; I was worried that the outdoor shower would be an issue, but it ended up being fine. The porch is amazing! If you are ok spending most of your time outdoors and don’t want to be inside at all (which is the intent at the beach!), you will enjoy this home.. it was a bit stuffy downstairs with no AC in July.
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph W., Raleigh, NC

Parsley Cottage - A Step Back in Time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property exactly as described. The location is tops - close to everything. The biggest pleasant surprise is the private beach area. We wound up spending more time there than we did at the ocean. The pictures do not do it justice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ira A. A.

Vintage Wrightsville Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay the old fashioned way in Parsley Cottage. It was exactly the vacation we needed. The cottage is in a great location on the waterway within close proximity to the public beach access and so one can walk to the shops and restaurants. We loved the vintage feel including the porch bathroom off the porch. I hope everything at Parsley stays exactly as it is!
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10/10 Excellent

Ira A. A.

Vintage Wrightsville Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay the old fashioned way in Parsley Cottage. It was exactly the vacation we needed. The cottage is in a great location on the waterway within close proximity to the public beach access and so one can walk to the shops and restaurants. We loved the vintage feel including the porch bathroom off the porch. I hope everything at Parsley stays exactly as it is!
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10/10 Excellent

Delightful old fashioned cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage has the feel of a real old fashioned Wrightsville Beach cottage—and so few remain. The location is convenient. It does not have some of the modern conveniences but the rustic flavor is just right for us.

10/10 Excellent

erin g.

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

It was everything.

went in for a quiet collective experience, as I was turning 30, and came out feeling more at peace and loved than I knew was possible. Just a couple close friends and me, but the place can happily sleep more. It was quiet and a thankful spot. Alot of the artwork was images of what this place had been before the realty business saw its beauty in location. Just behind us was the ocean, but we spent most the time on our own private beach just outside the front door. When i say it was transformative, I mean it. I dont think I'll ever rent a different house on WB and nor will I let my friends!! I've been in the area nearly 10years now and the oasis of this place is unmatched. Be prepared for amazing sunsets, a private feel in a bustling beach town, and for true character in the house. So much love. Thank you to the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Val P.

the house was stocked and ready to go

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: charming home. only AC for the bedrooms but a great cross breeze for the home.
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10/10 Excellent

Best beach vacation cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 4th year renting the Parsley cottage and we've already signed up for next year! It's a great place to enjoy the beach with friends. The house itself is comfortable and casual and the wraparound porch is ideal for hanging out and enjoying the sound views. I love that it's so close to everything and you can walk to the beach or to the shops and restaurants.
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10/10 Excellent

Charming cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the charm of the Parsley Cottage. Very comfortable until the heat index reached 107•. Bedrooms were comfortable though. I loved the porch. If I were to add anything it would be a table and chairs on the porch so you could eat out there and enjoy the view. The children loved spotting rabbits in the bushes! All appliances wereed well. The kitchen is well equipped.
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4/10 Poor

Jennifer C.

Great...for anytime BUT summer

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great, quaint beach cottage. The description was very clear that there was air conditioning in the bedrooms but DID NOT specify there was NO air in the living areas. We went the week of July 4th and we melted all week. Also no ceiling fans on the porch and not close enough for an ocean breeze. If you plan to be out of the house and only sleep here, it's great...nice cool air in the bedrooms only. But do not plan to come in the summer. We were given 2 fans, but they blew HOT air and you would need some kind of commercial grade fan to get any relief from the heat. We enjoyed docking across the street and spent as much time as we could away from the house during the day.
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10/10 Excellent

Peter L., Charleston, SC

Really Neat House - rustic but we enjoyed it

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great home, loved it for our guys paddling/surf trip to Wilmington. Laying on the porch was amazing. Very historic and charming home with prime location.It could be a bit more clean (dust bunnies under the beds, etc). But superficially it was fine. Trip was in April so temps were perfect. Not sure how this house would be come July and August with just window units. I probably would not take a family trip with grandparents or babies here. But perfect for us. No cable or internet even thought it was to be provided. We were not offered compensation for lost amenities. That was a bit disappointing - more of a Bryant Real Estate issue over the actual home. But it's nice to see these old historic homes with a story around the island, and not just new construction mansions.
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8/10 Good

Sean D.

Great Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cottage is vintage, old school WB! Wrap around porch is the main draw! Sleeping perfectly comfortable with bedroom AC units. Overall as advertised! Two suggestions - 1 - we didn't use the oven once but there was a constant smell of gas in the kitchen and into hallway. That's a concern that should be addressed in the name of safety. 2 - owner doesn't want bikes on the porch but it rained every night and leaving them outside not the solution. No other roofed area to store them and everybody wants a beach cruiser at the beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Great Vacation cottage!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Parsley

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everyone had a good time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela O.

Parsley Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our vacation to Wrightsville Beach and staying at Parsley Cottage was wonderful! The location was fantastic! We had our own beach access on the waterway and across the street from the ocean. The house was very clean. The wraparound porch was amazing to sit out on in the evenings! The Bryant Realty staff were very friendly and went out of their way to be helpful! I would highly recommend this cottage to everyone!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Don't expect Bryant to follow up...

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I rented the Parsley for my Sister, Brother-in-law, Mother, Girlfriend, Myself, and our dog for a weekend in Wrightsville beach as we were attending the wedding of a close friend. Upon arriving, we noticed a overwhelmingly pungent musty smell throughout the entire house, and found out that this house DOES NOT HAVE A SHOWER FACILITY INSIDE. I immediately called the Bryant office to notify them, and they're response was "the photos on the website were clear on the amenities". The outdoor shower door was broken, the old wooden slats on the shower floor had exposed nails popping out, and the shower floor felt like you would fall through at any moment. Housekeeping arrived, confirmed that they were shocked by the overwhelming musty smell and sprayed air freshener around. This was AFTER we had opened up every window that wasn't painted or swollen shut and turned on every fan in the house for 2 hours. Maintenance stopped by and repaired the door to the outside "shower" and pounded in the nails in the shower floor... He said that there was nothing he could do about the safety of the floor and if I was going to shower in there, to make sure that I stood on the support beam in the middle and not just on the unsupported floor. (mind you I am 6'1" and about 200 lbs... I'm not "petite" but I shouldn't have to worry about falling through a shower floor naked)Admittedly, the maintenance guy, and the housekeeping couple were more than pleasant... Although both were shocked that the house met the expectations of the realty company. When I called the office at the realty company, I was assured that I would be able to voice my concerns to the owner or a manager... no one returned any phone calls... no concessions were offered. If I were you, I would stay away from the Parsley house, and Bryant Real Estate. Find somewhere else to stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Beach Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Way to many roaches, they were everywhere.They were in the bathrooms, bedrooms, living room , dining room, awful.we were given a can of bug spray to "handle"the problem. Not my plan for my vacation. Porch bathroom was not very clean and the rust around the sink was really bad.A little paint would really help.We love the shower but it needs repairs.The house is showing it's age.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Denice S.

Shackelford

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Twenty years, 70th birthday party for Rodney. Our Aunt was hit on Waynick by hit and run driver crossing to sound. This was our last year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Parsley Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great experience, Bryant Realty did an outstanding job. I have already booked the cottage for next year.Only 2 issues....the cable tv service is pretty limited, in fact, very limited. And the wifi service is AWFUL.But otherwise, the cottage is great, and you simply can't beat the location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Virginia

Great Graduation Weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time in this wonderful old beach house. Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Quaint old school beach cottage

To open, this is an excellent rental - if you have the right expectations. This is an early 20th century beach cottage that has stuck around even as newer houses and condos have gone up nearby. With that in mind, if you're someone who is looking for a condo or resort atmosphere, this is not it. It has a great wraparound porch and the location is just several blocks from "Downtown" where all of the little shops are, easily walkable. The house includes in a mini-beach area on the bay side across the street, and also has path access (they don't tell you this) shared with the house opposite on the beach side. Window AC units are in the bedroom but shared spaces are not air conditioned. The second bathroom is on the porch and designed for people coming back from the beach - it would be considered semi-outdoor. It appears the same family has owned this house for several generations as there many family photos and items throughout. It has basic cable TV although the Internet is NOT high speed - it is fine for checking e-mail but if you are planning on working you will need to go to Starbucks or elsewhere. To address Amy H.'s extremely negative review, yes, there is a "public access sidewalk" - known to most as just "a sidewalk" - next to the house as Wrightsville Beach is set up like a small town on a street grid - 3/4 of the houses front a sidewalk! The houses are on city lots and so yes, parking is tight - 4 mid-sized cars would be the max, and if you have country-folk sized pick up trucks, probably 2. Parking is in short supply everywhere on the island as it is pretty densely packed. The road is busy as it is a main road on the island, and it would help if the bushes were trimmed back from the road for visibility. I slept in the living room (no AC) in 95 degree heat and survived (!), so I would imagine most dogs would as well unless they are made of ice. The rental was not dirty, just "vintage," like old beach houses are - wood paneling and flooring throughout, cute. We walked to the beach and to the shops are restaurants daily and it was so nice not to drive. Also fished on the bay side beach area and checked out the boats. There was some beach gear and also washer/dryer. Rental company was nice, deposit refund 30+ days. Bottom line, with appropriate expectations this is a great rental, but if you want to lounge in a condo watching Netflix and not getting the beach experience, this is not for you, and you will pay accordingly elsewhere.

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