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Making Waves

Riverfront vacation home in Jacksonville with kitchen

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Step into this completely remolded home in Jacksonville, where a beachy vibe meets warm hospitality. With its fully equipped kitchen and charming decor, you'll feel right at home. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere, unwind with a fire pit outside or take advantage of the central location to explore nearby beaches.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Making Waves

This completely remolded home was built in the early 1950’s. My husband remolded the home in 2012.
It is very homey and has been decorated with beach decor from one end to the other.
The kitchen has everything you would need from electric skillet to a crockpot.
It has foils,baggies, salt, pepper, oil, coffee and filters.
So much charm and very inviting.
We are centrally located in Jacksonville. Close to all military bases and the beaches.
The space
We are approximately 35 minutes to several beaches.
The home has a very relaxing atmosphere.
Outside sitting with a fire pit.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Jacksonville, NC

What's nearby

  • Sherwood Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coastal Carolina Community College - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Jacksonville Mall - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Marine Corps Air Station New River - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Camp Lejeune Main Gate and Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Making Waves pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Making Waves?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Making Waves?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Making Waves located?

Located in the heart of Jacksonville, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Sherwood Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Coastal Carolina Community College and Onslow County Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Lejeune Memorial Gardens and Pelletier House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Making Waves Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall stay was wonderful,near everything that we needed to get to.Beautiful place,nice neighborhood, quiet area,very clean, everything that we needed was there.Liked it so much,we wanted to stay another night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very impressed with our stay here. Convenient access to area attractions. Drive to Topsail Beach less than an hour away. Will definitely return to use this property in the future. Host was very accommodating and property was immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B.

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

Beautiful Place!

Extremely super clean, decorated very nicely, comfy beds, very hospitable and accommodating, great location 15 minutes from Geiger, I would love to stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene F.

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

Absolutely Amazing

This place was amazing in every way, even snacks, everything you would need was there. Nice area, quiet and absolutely adorable JUST AMAZING, SPARKLING CLEAN.......
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

It was great

I loved this little place perfect place to stay I stayed with my older kids to see our marine , easy to get to based will stay here again . Owner was easy to work with
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and well-appointed space. Comfortable, clean, quiet, and the owner was really amazing and accomodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Wonderful stay

Rhonda was very sweet and answered all of questions right away. We felt right at home and appreciated all of the little extras that were there for us! I would highly recommend her property and will definately book with her again for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian G.

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

Amazing home

Lovely house equipped with all that small stuff you usally want to buy for a short stay (dishwasher tabs, coffee filter, spices, ...) Very friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate D., Perkasie, PA

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

Perfect

Wonderful location (close to base), clean, with tons of amenities... ideal for a visit with military family/friends. Rhonda was a great host and very accommodating/understanding on late check-in/out due to schedules. Would happily stay at "Making Waves" again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Nice and relaxing

The vibe of making waves was perfect for a nice relaxing evening after a busy day with family. The house was very clean and my kids enjoyed the snacks and water that was there. The perfect place for a small get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

April D.

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

Southern Hospitality

Our stay was wonderful. The house was clean and cozy. Our host was awesome. She was amazing. Tended to our needs personally. We were shone Southern Hospitality at it's best. Definitely staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene W.

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

Cute place!

This house was amazing! It is central to so much around Jacksonville and surrounding areas. The house is well maintained and has everything you need for your stay. If we are down in that area again I would definitely go with this house again. The hostess Rhonda is an amazing lady and goes above and beyond to make your stay wonderful. I wish we had more than 2 days here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

daniel y., Poolesville,MD

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

Relaxing and comfortable

Rhonda is an amazing host with great communication. The house is clean , equipped with everything you need for cooking and cleaning. Wifi was easy to add to our devices. Neighborhood was very quiet and safe. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Beautifully decorated and very comfortable stay.

I had the best time with my grandsons. The house was beautifully decorated with an ocean theme in every room. The environment was very relaxing. The boys enjoyed playing in the backyard. My family from in Jacksonville came over and kept commenting how nice the house was. Rhonda thought of everything and was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Awesome

“Making Waves” is truly a home away from home; even if for two days. Thank you for allowing us to be a guest as we came to pack up our Marine after serving his four years at Camp Lejune. A very enjoyable experience and so much better than a stuffy hotel. Your home was superb, adorable, cozy, clean, comfortable, inviting and so much more. “Making Waves” is close to shopping, dining, beach and the military bace. Your hospitality & kindness is very much appreciated and a blessing. I wish we had discovered you and “Making Wave” sooner in our sone enlistments so we could have stayed more often as we visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024