Fabulous views - right across the street from the beach! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2260 square feet

New for 2023:
New Cleaners
Linens (sheets and towels) supplied, beds made on arrival
All carpet replaced with LVP floor
All new Serta pillows
Dual brew (drip or K cup) coffee maker, new blender, crock pot, toaster
HDPE (like polywood) outdoor deck furnishings
2 of the 4 vanity tops upgraded to granite
Annual deep-clean finished in February

This charming home is located right across the street from the beach, has ocean vistas, and a beach access just steps away. There are 6 bedrooms and 4 baths. There are 32-inch Roku TVs in all bedrooms other than the master (which has a 40-inch TV and a cable box. Stream all the cable channels, or your own Hulu or Netflix - and control the TV with your phone if you like! The main 55 inch TV is also Roku-enabled.

The gourmet kitchen has granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and is ready to accommodate enormous families or groups. There is a bar height counter that seats 4, and the counter-height dining table seats 8. It's also a great place to gather to play board games. There are 2 couches. The home has wood floors in all the common areas.

The living area has a 55-inch wifi-enabled flat screen TV, the master a 40-inch TV, and all the other bedrooms have 32 inch Roku TVs as well. Cable TV and high speed wireless internet service are also supplied for your enjoyment. Upstairs there is a laundry area with a full-size washer and dryer.

The entry first floor has two bedrooms - one in the middle of the home with a full over full bunk bed, and the other with a queen bed. There's a jack and jill (shared) bathroom on the entry floor with dual vanities and a toilet/shower area that has a door to close it off from the vanity area. This floor is freshly repainted with new LVP floor.

The main second floor has the greatroom with living room, dining, and the gourmet kitchen. This level also has a bedroom with a queen bed. There is also a full bath on this level with separate doors the the bedroom and common area.

The third floor has the master and two guest rooms that share a full bath - one bedroom has a queen bed and the other one another full over full bunk bed.

The master bedroom has a king bed, a private deck, and a astounding master bathroom with dual vanities, a glass enclosed shower, and a whirlpool tub. You can sit in the bed in the master and look out at great ocean vistas!

For ocean viewing, there are two gorgeously furnished covered decks. One is on the main 2nd floor and the other is just off the master bedroom. Both are great for watching the ocean, watching people, reading, appreciating time with family and friends.

To make your stay more fun, the home is secured with a keypad lock. No worrying about who has the key! There's also a beach cart included to make for an even easier walk over to the beach and back. And of course there's an outdoor shower for when you get home.

This unit is half of a duplex. Each side is 6br 4ba. If you're interested in renting both sides let me know.

Carolina Beach is an exceptional vacation spot, with something for everybody in the family. There's a boardwalk with a permanent amusement park for the kids during the summer. The town hosts many movie nights at the lake, and they also have paddle boats there available for rent. The north end of the island accepts 4 wheel drive cars, and there's a pier there as well. Kure beach also has a pier, which is about a mile away and makes for a nice walk down the beach.

At the far south end of the island is the Fort Fisher state park with huge uncrowded beaches, the aquarium, and the ferry to Southport.

This gorgeous home is centrally located. The Tiki bar and Granny's Country Kitchen are short walks. The town area of Carolina Beach is just over a mile to the north, and Kure Beach is about a mile to the south.

Linens are supplied. One dog of up to 15 pounds considered with a pet fee.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Halyburton Park. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Small dogs under 15lb with a pet fee of $100.

Tips and Tricks to get the best Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

When to go & When to book:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Reserve your rental property in the Fall or Spring to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method 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 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.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property managers often offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guide magazines have deals for nearby shops and restaurants.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• First and foremost, have your family commit to date ranges and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Fabulous views - right across the street from the beach! has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the property manager before booking the vacation property. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what is optimal for your vacation.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some do not. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the owner about your furry family members before booking.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few concerns.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• To make certain no damages are linked to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon your arrival. Contact the property manager immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your peace. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take photographs of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on good reviews to compel new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.