OCEANFRONT, UPDATED, Heated Pool, Elevator, Clean, Near Boardwalk, Shops, Dining - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2400 square feet

Located in handsome Carolina Beach, this charming oceanfront property, newly refreshed in 2025, features a heated saltwater pool that lights up at nighttime, private beach access with shower, and huge backyard that are exclusive to the two units of the duplex and shared by the guests of both units.

Permanent Waves has 5 bedrooms with 4 1/2 baths, water vistas from nearly every room that can accommodate 14 guests comfortably and in style. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking and the table and 2 bars provide seating for up to 14 with additional seating for 4 on the oceanfront porch. Wireless internet is available throughout the unit. Each bedroom and the main living room savor Intelligent TV's with premium cable packages. A Blu-ray DVD player, DVD's, books, games and puzzles for all ages are at your fingertips.

Bedroom 1 is on the 3rd floor and features a king bed, vaulted ceiling, enormous bathroom with jetted tub and tiled shower, desk for work/study, and huge oceanfront balcony with porch swing. Bedroom 2 is located on the 3rd floor and has a king bed, sizable bathroom, and gorgeous vistas of the Intracoastal Waterway. Bedroom 3 is located oceanfront on the 1st floor with a queen bed, full bath and seating available on the oceanside porch. Bedroom 4 is located on the 1st floor Waterway side and has a queen over queen set of bunk beds. It shares a full bath with Bedroom 5, which has a twin over twin set of bunk beds and a twin trundle.

Exclusive to this unit are a private, outdoor hot & cold shower, propane gas grille, multiple body boards, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, a beach cart, sand toys and pool floats.

During your stay you will receive a welcome bag with paper towels, napkins, laundry pods, dryer sheets, dishwasher pods and other goodies to make your stay more delightful.

The owners use this property throughout the year so it is modren with all the amenities of home. In an effort to keep our home in top shape for all of our guests we require a 3 day minimum stay in the off-season and a Sunday to Sunday 7-day stay in the summer.

Permanent Waves, Unit 2, is ideal for families getting together for a reunion. For bigger family get-togethers and multiple families visiting together, the entire home, Waves and Sun, (Vacation Rental By Owner #4253263) is available for rent. Waves and Sun, can accommodate 25-28 guests.

Keywords: Oceanfront, Waterfront, Beachfront, Duplex, Heated Saltwater Pool, Beach House, Pool, Carolina Beach, Elevator, UNCW, Permanent Waves, WIFI, Family Friendly, Clean, Pleasure Island, Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, University of North Carolina, Stores, Pier, Boardwalk, Walk, Beach Access, Family Reunion

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Legion Stadium. 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

Getting the best Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

Find your best deal:

• Summer is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To find the best value, change your family's Wilmington, NC vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic.
• In the Wilmington, NC area, The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property management companies typically offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitors guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to select the perfect rental in Carolina Beach:

• Begin by choosing vacation dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. OCEANFRONT, UPDATED, Heated Pool, Elevator, Clean, Near Boardwalk, Shops, Dining has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wilmington, NC rental home search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is often available online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property manager before reserving the home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• Traveling with pets? 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. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or costs could be applied to your invoice.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are helpful if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible resource to find the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you're gone! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, take a walk through the property to confirm you've collected everything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the host isn't available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.