Sprawling Sound Front Home w Boat Slip - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to "Carolina Joy"! This single family, 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is located on the north end of Carolina Beach. A boat slip and extraordinary vistas of the sound make this property the ideal spot for your next family vacation! Owner uses left side of boat slip. Guest should use right side of boat slip.

The great room of this home features vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams and a striking open floor plan that floods the living space with natural light. The new owners are also updating furnishings throughout. You can savor sound front vistas and watching boaters navigate the waterway from the handsome kitchen that features a comfortable rustic décor. The kitchen overlooks the living room and a dining area that leads out to a generous screened in porch with expansive vistas of the canal. A modest desk enables travelers that need to work remotely a great workspace with a calming back drop. Just imagine sipping your morning coffee and watching a pod of dolphins swim by or dining at the outdoor table with a spectacular sunset dazzling on the water.

The cavernous primary bedroom features a new bed for the Queen-sized bed, elegant stained-glass accents and a Jacuzzi tub that overlooks the water. Guests of this room will appreciate the on suite bathroom, TV, and direct access to the screened porch. Two additional Queen guest bedrooms with private bathrooms are sure to please your family and friends. The partially fenced in backyard gives a great space for outdoor entertainment. Make sure to bring your yard games – there is plenty of space for volleyball, cornhole, badminton, and grilling. There is a sizable area underneath the home that is ideal for shaded relaxation and provides an enclosed outdoor shower.

Fishermen will certainly appreciate the boathouse and pier. A public boat ramp is conveniently located just around the corner and there is ample parking for your boat trailer on the side of the home. Some guests rent gas golf carts to ride up to the beach or up to our legendary Carolina Beach Boardwalk where you find stores, eateries, and an abundance of summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music.

Make plans today for a lifetime of memories! This home is close by Freeman Park so if you have a four-wheel drive car, bring it. This is one of the few beach areas where you can actually drive out onto the beach.

Occupancy: 8
Stay Requirements: Saturday to Saturday rental in the Summer. Minimum two nighttime stay other seasons.
Linens Configuration: 3 Queens, Sleeper Couch
Parking: Parking for 4 cars, or three cars and a boat trailer. Do not park on the lawn.
Prohibited: Smoking, Parking on the Lawn, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Pet Policy: Animals welcome with a $200 fee per pet (2 pet max.)

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 “C259– Carolina Joy” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Carolina Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tricks and tips to get the best vacation home experience:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• Reserve your rental in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Winter holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines have deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Finding the best vacation rental in Carolina Beach:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Sprawling Sound Front Home w Boat Slip has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available online. If they are not listed, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out what is optimal for your trip.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC attraction you love, search for properties that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or could be applied to your agreement.

Some things to know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• To make certain no damages are linked to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the rental manager right away to document any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• When it's time to leave, take a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the manager is not available, remember to take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a terrific time? Most rental managers make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.