2 BR/2.5 BA beautiful, spacious waterfront Carolina Beach condo - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1271 square feet

Welcome to “Morning Dew” located in Carolina Beach on Pleasure Island - the ideal family-friendly or grown-up hideaway! This roomy (1,271 Sq Feet) 2 bedroom, 2 ½ bath condo features the feel of a lake home yet located just steps to the beach. The cavernous and private deck is the ideal place to appreciate morning coffee or evening beverages while watching the boats, ocean life and handsome sunsets over the canal. The water-front location provides fantastic vistas and access to the boat dock if you want to bring your fishing supplies for canal fishing. A short one block walk will put your feet in the sand of the gorgeous North End beach.
Comfort and beach vibes abound in this rental gem. Painless-breezy check-in with keyless entry (no keys to worry about losing at the beach) and access up 1 flight of stairs or via the elevator. Unit is completely refreshed, and well-appointed. Some features include complimentary secure Wi-Fi, 3 huge flat screen TVs with cable, full-size washer/dryer, entirely supplied kitchen with oven, refrigerator/freezer, coffee maker, Keurig machine, toaster, pots, pans, dishes, and silverware. The unit sleeps 6 comfortably with 2 master bedrooms. The 1st bedroom has King bed with cable TV, and a full bathroom with a double sink vanity. The 2nd bedroom has 1 Queen Bed, a twin bed with a pull-out twin trundle, cable TV, and a full bathroom with a double sink vanity. The 2nd bedroom has bean bag chairs for a "kid/teen sitting area". The unit also features a half bath, spacious kitchen, dining room, living room and private deck.
Public beach access is 1 ½ blocks away. It is recommended that you bring beach chairs and toys, or there is a rental company that can deliver chairsumbrellassurfboardsetc. with drop off right at the beach access so you don't have to haul anything. There is also an outdoor shower at the condo for you to rinse of the sand when you return home.
Not feeling like going to the beach? Head south down Canal to the charter fishing boats as well as other boats offering eco-tour, sunset or moonlight cruises. There are also many daytrip options including shoppingdining in downtown Wilmington or taking your car on the ferry to Southport. The Fort Fisher Aquarium or touring the USS North Carolina battleship are other trendy activities.
Hungry after a day of activities? Walk a few blocks over to the High Tide Parlor and Tiki bar for some drinks or food from the grille with great ocean vistas, and live music. One mile South puts you in the main entertainment strip with many fashionable eateries, bars and stores on the boardwalk and surrounding area. We are happy to provide you our recommendation to satisfy any craving.
Looking for nightlife? There are many options, also on and around the boardwalk. Savor live music at the Lazy Pirate or Sea Witch Café, have an ice-cold beer at the Fat Pelican (the BEST dive bar around with a sand beach beer garden), or discover the many other bars and restaurant options.
Note: Parking is limited in this part of the island and there is only ONE dedicated parking space for the unit. Please note that additional cars will have to park either in the close by paid parking tons for $24 per day or in complimentary street parking which is a little over a mile from the unit. Also, this area is prone to flooding when there are heavy rain events or king tides. This may result in temporary closures of Canal Drive to car traffic. Please look at the King Tide calendar in our photos - this generally occurs 3-4 times per year.
Although there is a dock, it may not be used for motorized boats. Our guests can fish or launch a kayak from it.
We want you to have a amazing vacation, create lasting memories and be our guest for years to come. We are just a phone call or text away should you have any issues or questions.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. Ocean Front Park and Fort Fisher State Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest and The Clubs at St. James. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

• Pets not allowed

Carolina Beach vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

When to reserve a Wilmington, NC rental & When to go:

• Booking your vacation rental in the Fall or Spring is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Booking your rental property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides contain money saving offers on nearby shops and restaurants.

Make a plan and pick a perfect Wilmington, NC rental:

• To start, have your group agree to dates and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. 2 BR/2.5 BA beautiful, spacious waterfront Carolina Beach condo has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is usually available on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the property owner before reserving your home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If there's an individual Wilmington, NC attraction you long to visit, search for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking
• Some rentals allow pets, but some don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Have a great stay:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Record any issues with the property during check in, and immediately send them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a fantastic resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and look for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, ensure that you take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to compel future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your review find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.