La Raison d'Etre

Welcome to your heaven on earth

Relax. Breathe. Be Yourself.

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Your Private Vacation Sanctuary is Here

Located on the Shore
of the Intracoastal Waterway

Views of Masonboro Island
Estuarine Reserve

Frolic in the
Inland Waterway

100 Year Old Oaks on
Private 2-Acre Lot

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Private Pier Perfect
for Lounging Waterside

Majestic Sunsets that'll Make
You Think the Sky Has Exploded

Use the Crab Cage
and Feast on a Low Country Boil

Sprawling Backyard for Lawn Bowling, Badminton, and Other Outdoor Games

Coastal accommodations for up to 13 guests in Wilmington, North Carolina!

Main House: Sleeps 10

Imagine escaping with family and friends to this tranquil 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation home in Wilmington, North Carolina.

La Raison d'Etre is a year-round ultra-private getaway destination located on the shores of the Intracoastal Waterway and includes a private pier to lounge waterside, make smores, or launch your kayaks. There is no better place to take in stunning sunsets, and if you're a bird enthusiast you will thoroughly enjoy the birdlife on Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve.

Come relax, breathe, and practice the art of being while making memories that will last a lifetime!

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Relaxing Sunroom

Watch the sun set over Masonboro Island and play games into the wee hours.

Spacious Bedrooms

Five spacious bedrooms including a bunkbed for the kiddos. Learn more.

Modern Kitchen

Your party will love making

meals in our gorgeous modern kitchen.

Office & WiFi

Need to study or work?

We got you! Use this private office to work (your magic).

Optional Cleaning Service

Cleaning services are available as often as you like. Just let us know. We'll make the arrangements.

Stacey, CA - Group Trip

“What a beautiful home, host and property! The home was very elegantly decorated and constructed. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house was exceptionally clean. The bonus was being able to walk out onto a large front yard onto a pier!"

Carriage House: Sleeps 3

Located steps away from the Main House, the Carriage House has its own full kitchen, living room, full bath and a bedroom with queen bed. This upstairs living space provides unparalleled views of the expansive property, marvelous sunsets, as well as views of Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve.

Living Room

Leisure away on oversized plush living room furniture.

Stately Bedroom

Sleep in comfort in this gorgeous bedroom featuring a Queen bed.

Full Kitchen

This kitchen has all the amenities you need to make delicious meals.

Dining Space

Sit-down seating is great for playing games and enjoying meals.

La Raison d'Etre

Your Private Vacation Sanctuary is Here

Located on the Shore of the Intracoastal Waterway

Views of Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve

Frolic in the Inland Waterway

100 Year Old Oaks on Private 2-Acre Lot

Private Pier Perfect for Lounging Waterside

Majestic Sunsets that'll Make You Think the Sky Has Exploded

Use the Crab Cage and Feast on a Low Country Boil