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Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Beachy Keen ~Charming Dog Friendly Cotta...
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Adorable Beach Cottage, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath (Sleepsa 6). Beachy Keen OKI is a striking, dog friendly beach bungalow centrally located on a peaceful, wooded street with 6-foot completely fenced backyard! The bungalow is gorgeously decorated and...

  • Oak Island
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

Cozy Carolina Beach Condo w/ Ocean Views...
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Pack sunscreen and grab your swimsuit for a coastal adventure at this Carolina Beach vacation rental! This 1-bedroom, 2-bath condo is conveniently located near the ocean, granting you access to countless public beaches. Savor community amenities...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Cape Fear River

While Wilmington visitors will arguably enjoy the best views of the Cape Fear River, this distinctive river actually spreads out throughout most of the coastal and piedmont regions of North Carolina, originating in the town of Haywood, just north of...

A Whelk on the Beach-Lower by RedAwning

1119L - 2 Bedrooms, 1.0 Baths (Sleeps 4) Welcome to the LOWER unit of the gorgeous entirely refreshed beach bungalowduplex with both beach and canal vistas. Wake up to the sunrise over the oceanin the morning from your front porch and watch...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wilmington Riverwalk

The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington is a showstopper of a stroll that is a distinctive attraction all its own. Originally conceived in the 1980s as a way to generate more interest and tourism to the Cape Fear River waterfront regions of...

Cape Fear & Brunswick Islands Fishing Guide

Whether a visitor lands in the inland regions of Wilmington and mainland New Hanover County, or the coastal vacation hotspots of Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, fishing is always readily available – and celebrated – in the Cape...

“Salty Paws B” Off-the-leash ICWW & ...

Looking for an ocean get-a-way to appreciate those painted beach sunrises and salty evening breezes? “Salty Paws B!” managed by Dale and Salt Water Real Estate is a multi-level home with sea sights, sounds, and experiences for the whole family...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Shell Island

Shell Island may not be a familiar term for new visitors to Wrightsville Beach, but it’s certainly well-known among locals and historians who like to explore the original roots of the area. Referring to the northern tip of Wrightsville Beach...

Scenic Spots in Wilmington, NC

From antebellum mansions that steal the scene, to stunning waterfront vistas that can be admired from the downtown streets, Wilmington is a city that is brimming with beauty in every direction. On your next Wilmington vacation, pack along your...

Captivating new Lighthouse Landing home ...
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BEST FEATURES!Brand new home! Walking distance to neighborhood docks Two golf carts Close to islands great amenities 19 Lighthouse Landing is your home away from home! New construction and modern amenities in this jewel! Everything is brand new and...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Airlie Gardens

Arlie Gardens is home to a stunning collection of natural gardens and eye-catching artworks which continually impresses visitors to the Wilmington area. Established in 1901, and originally used as a private garden for the wealthy Pembroke family...

Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns...

Beautifully updated ground-level cottage...

Welcome to Life's 2 Short bungalow, where life's too short to anxiety out. This gorgeous home is a one floor, ground level coastal bungalow located a mere 2-min. walk from the beach. Beach access is wheelchair accessible. The entire bungalow has had...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The Loop at Wrightsville Beach

New visitors to Wrightsville Beach may hear the phrase “The Loop” tossed around by locals and long-time visitors in-the-know. This initially unfamiliar term actually refers to one of the town’s literally largest attractions &ndash...

Wilmington, NC Kayaking Guide

With easy proximity to Masonboro Island and the outlying beaches, the Cape Fear River, and miles of creeks and bodies of water in between, kayaking is a dream in the Port City. Wilmington is home to a wide range of kayaking clubs, equipment...

Charming 4-bedroom house in Wilmington, ...

This 4-bedroom home in Wilmington is ideal for your escape to a peaceful getaway. With 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, and 1 twin bed, guests will have plenty of space to relax. The property features 3 bathrooms with a bathtub and hair dryer for added...

  • Wilmington
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Reset on BHI - Cape Fear Station \

"Reset" on Bald Head IslandHIGHLIGHTS:Reset - Home Sleeps 6 in a Queen Master, a Queen Guest Suite and a Sleeper Couch2.5 BathsBHI Club and Shoals are both available- for separate purchase. *1 Four Seat Golf CartDrip Coffee Makers and Keurig...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

The fascinating galleries throughout this extensive complex encourage visitors of all ages to meet and mingle with their aquatic neighbors, from interactive exhibits to "touch tanks" where patrons can have personal encounters with local bamboo...

Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...

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This remodeled beach bungalow is just two short blocks from the public access to the beach. The living space is 576 square feet plus a sizable screened-in porch. Partial ocean view from the porch. The bungalow is located in a peaceful residential...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Cape Fear Museum

The Cape Fear Museum, (shorthand for the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science), has been educating and entertaining visitors for well over 100 years. Founded in 1898, the museum is the oldest operating museum in North Carolina, and welcomes...

Wrightsville Beach Guide

One of the largest attractions in Wrightsville Beach – both literally and figuratively – is the town’s miles of ocean-facing shoreline. And over the decades, the local beaches are the prime reason why millions of visitors have...

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Welcome to the "Mini Farm House" just 3.8 miles to Wrightsville Beach! You will appreciate the new classy remodel. This comfortable coastal farmhouse style efficiency is walking and cycling distance to Mayfaire Town Center, Drift Coffee & Cross City...

  • Wilmington
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2

Enjoy a great hot dog with a little dose of local history with a stop at Pauls Place Famous Hotdogs, which is found about 15 miles north of Wilmington in the small town of Rocky Point. A popular local destination for roughly 90 years, this hot dog...