Happy as a Clam! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3000 square feet

Welcome to Island Life! This coastal getaway offers modern amenities (8-9 guests, 4 bedrooms, 5 beds, 4.5 bath, 2,930 sq. ft. constructed in 2023) This roomy, open, airy modern design is ideal for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings, gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. TVs and full length mirrors in every bedroom, enormous family room and electric fireplace for ambience, huge dining table, completely equipped kitchen with wet bar. Just 6 blocks from the ocean, steps away from Island Greenway Walk/Bicycle Trail & Mike Chappell Park, (off-street trails, parks and breathtaking areas),10-acre park and has something for everybody in the family, it is equipped with two tennis courts (Pickle Ball), basketball court, playground equipment, baseball, soccer field, skate park (freshly remodeled 8,000 sq. ft. skate park is complete with ramps, rails, and bowls). Some of the best fishing spots and broad hiking trails. Great eateries and shopping close by, 8 miles to the NC aquarium at Ft. Fisher, and 20 mins. to downtown Wilmington. Savor Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Willington Beach.

INDOOR LIVING: This open, airy modern design is ideal for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings to a gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. Sizable family room with 70” TV and electric fireplace for ambience, huge dining table, cavernous entirely equipped kitchen with wet bar.

BEDROOMS: Bedroom 1 (Master downstairs) King Bed; Bedroom 2 King Bed; Bedroom 3 Queen Bed; Bedroom 4 Bunk Beds (1 full, 1 twin). Each bedroom is complete with full size bathrooms, ample closet space and TVs. Full length mirrors in Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3. Please note, one closet is locked up in master bath for owner's belongings, if you need to hang long dresses there is a spacious closet in entry hallway. Modest room for infant with portable crib, jungle gym, infant tub, high chair.

KITCHEN: Fridge, gas range, oven, dishwasher, microwave, wet bar, cooking basics and more, dishware, glassware, flatware, silverware, coffee maker, toaster, blender, crockpot, dish towels, starter paper products, napkins, paper towels and trash bags.

GENERAL: High-speed WiFi, central A/C & heating, ceiling fans, in-unit washer and dryer, linens & bath towels, beach towels, starter laundry detergent, hand soap, body wash, hangers, 4 hair dryers, 2 make up mirrors, iron/ironing board, keyless entry.

PARKING: Driveway (3 cars) Please note: no parking in garage, if you park on the street you may get a ticket. GARAGE IS OFF LIMIT!

GUEST ACCESS: Self-check-in with keyless entry upon arrival. You will find a intelligent lock at the front door and a code will be sent to you prior to your arrival.

OTHER: The sizable, flat yard is gorgeously landscaped and has an outdoor shower, high end brand new grille, four lounge chairs. Exterior cameras are placed at the front door and outside in the front. Outdoor dining set coming soon!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

The ice maker does not work, but there are plenty of ice trays in the freezer. Please fill trays with water before departure for the next quest.

Please clean grille after each use as it is not a part of the cleaning service.

Please make sure all doors are shut when you using the outside area.

Master closet is locked but there is a dresser in there and if you need to hang clothes you can use the closet in the hallway.

Garage is off limits and locked, 3 parking spaces in driveway, you cannot park on the road you may bet a ticket.

If water starts leaking in the master bath shower, there is a tool in the drawer by the toilet, you just lift up the drain and unclog the hair. The drain is modest so it clogs comfortably with hair, especially woman with long hair. It is an simple task.

DEPARTURE
Beach towels and all other bath towels must be washed and dried and put back, start one load of laundry of sheets requested by cleaning service. They only will do two loads of laundry. Please do not over suff the washer.

Also please make sure all pots/pans, wine glasses, etc. are washed and put away. Start the dishwasher before departure.

Please take out trash and recycling Monday nighttime, they come early Tuesday morning, bring trash cans back to the yard Tuesday. If you leave on any other day, please bring trash to the road.

Please turn off all lights and set air on 74 degrees, please close blinds.

Please make sure all doors and windows are locked.

We have keyless entry upon arrival. Please make sure you hit the lock button when you check out and leave the home at all times.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• Booking your vacation home in Fall or Spring months is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacations during Winter holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer rate reductions for veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wilmington, NC area magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain money saving offers on nearby shops and restaurants.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select vacation week and budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Happy as a Clam! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible online. If they are not listed, email or call the property owner before you book the home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to determine what is best for your group.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or may be applied to your invoice.

More tips for your visit:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Note any damages to the property during check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of problems.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Just before checking out, complete a walk-through to confirm you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a excellent stay? Many rental managers make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.