• As low as $342/Night
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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General Features

  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Streaming services
  • 4 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Car not required
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Children's toys
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Dock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free WiFi
  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Kitchen island
  • Laundry detergent
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Living room
  • Microwave
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near laundromat
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • No pets allowed
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Sailing nearby
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water park
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

About this Property

  • Sleeps 12
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 1800 square feet

Unplug, relax and take a trip back in time when things were simple. Miller's Whimsy has been an original Carolina Beach family oceanfront bungalow for decades. This is a private, single family home with its own boardwalk to the beach and unobstructed vistas of the ocean. No searching for parking or long runs with beach toys and drinks, just walk down the dock and you’re there!


Fresh linens and towels are included in the cleaning fee, so no need to worry about additional charges!


Miller's Whimsy is centrally located to all the activity, eateries, shopping, boardwalk, pier and drive on Freeman Beach Park. If you’re looking for a simple beachfront home, no frills, a bungalow homey feel, with striking vistas of the ocean, huge living area for family and friends to gather, then Miller's Whimsy is the place for you!


PROPERTY INFO
Location: 516 Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 ; 4 blocks away from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Home: 4 BR / 4 BA / Sleeps 12 / 7 Beds


SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
*Bedroom 1: Queen
*Bedroom 2: Queen
*Bedroom 3: 2 Twins
*Front Sunroom room: Full size pullout bed (there is a sunroom in the front of the home and in the back, this pullout is in the sunroom closest to the road, not the ocean)
Bonus room under the home: 2 Twin beds and 1 Full bed (Extensive additional room is on the 1st floor with it’s own full bathroom, which has a completely separate entrance (does not have access from the top floor) which is ideal for a group of friends)
*King (0), Queen (2), Full (2), Twin (4)
*Beds are all made with clean linens upon your arrival.
**When you go under the home there is a side entrance into the additional room. The additional room is not connected to the top floor, it is connected to the garage. There is a room that locks in the garage with the 2 twin beds and a full bed. Also in the garage there is a pool table and full bathroom.**


PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:
-OCEAN FRONT
-Charcoal Grille
-Generous deck
-Full Library and a impressive Sunroom to savor your read! Great vistas of the water
-Private boardwalk to the beach!
-Parking: 4 spaces available. 2 short cars in the garage, 2 in the driveway. There is a height restriction. *Please do not try to park a sizable car here unless approved by us*
*Do not park in the sand in front of the home - condo next door does not allow driving on the pathway next to the home anymore*


Conveniences:
-Intelligent TV's (no cable)
-Full Library
-Pool Table
-Beach chairs (not guaranteed)
-Beach toys
-Charcoal Grille
-Washer/Dryer
-Crockpot
-Dishwasher
-Microwave and Toaster
-Drip Coffee Maker
-Wifi and Internet
-Linens (beds made upon arrival)
-Bath towels
-A modest starter kit of toilet paper, paper towel, detergents and hand soap is also supplied
-AND MORE!
**We do our best to ensure that all items are there for your visit; however we cannot guarantee condition and quantity due to guest use**



POLICIES/RULES
**Please make yourself aware of our cancellation policy. Insurance is highly recommended.
***NO SMOKING & NO FAMILY PETS allowed at this property.
**min. Occupancy: 12 Occupants - Kids must be counted within the max. occupancy unless they are under the age of two (2) and are sleeping in a crib.
**Tenant Requirements: Tenant stated on the Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age, and acknowledge that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.***
* Manager and owner of the rental property are not responsible for citations received while staying at the property.
* Be respectful of the home and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors and neighborhood.
* No events or events- If determined that a event/event is taking place at property, management has the right to evict tenants and guests with no refund given.
* If determined that a event took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500, no exceptions!
* No uninvited guests without permission


***Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Limited Damage Waiver Fee***


PLEASURE ISLAND ACTIVITIES:
- Carolina Beach and Kure Beach Pier - Fishing, Eateries, and more
- Paddle Boarding and Biking with "Paddle NC" or "Pleasure Island Units"
- Surfing - Go to Surf School for the week with Tony Silvagni
- Marina/Boating - Boat Tours with “Endless Summer Day Tours” or “Sea Legs Pedal Pub”
- Hiking at Carolina Beach State Park
- 4 Wheel Drive-on Beaches at Fort Fisher and Freeman Park in CB
-Sunday nights there are COMPLIMENTARY MOVIES playing at the lake (in the summer)
- Fireworks - Every Thursday nighttime during the summer at the Carolina Beach boardwalk
- Music - COMPLIMENTARY live music at the Carolina Beach boardwalk every Thursday nighttime during the summer months (or seasonal concerts and events at local bars and eateries)
- The Carolina Beach boardwalk - doesn’t just have live music and fireworks, there are also stores, arcades, festival rides, BRITT'S DONUTS, and more!
- NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Fort Fisher
- Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry - Take your car to Southport for the day on the car ferry from Fort Fisher!
-Rent a golf cart from Sun Fun Units!
-And More! Visit http://www.pleasureislandnc.org for more info

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 Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher 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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best Carolina Beach rental experience:

When to visit & When to book:

  • Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
  • To find the best value, consider shifting your vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
  • Property management companies sometimes offer special rates for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
  • Booking websites often offer renters an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
  • Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guides which often include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the best rental home in Carolina Beach:

  • Begin by selecting a vacation week and a spending budget.
  • Determine how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Miller's Whimsey - Classic Oceanfront Cottage, Private Beach Boardwalk, 2 Decks, Great Location has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
  • Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is often available on booking pages. If not, call the property management company before you reserve the home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to establish what configuration is optimal for your vacation.
  • If your family is traveling with pets, you will need a pet-friendly property. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Some property owners charge additional pet fees.
  • If there's a specific Wilmington, NC beach you are enamored with, look for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
  • Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental

More considerations:

  • Put the owner's information in your smartphone.
  • Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
  • Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let crooks spoil your family vacation.
  • Upon arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
  • Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently 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?
  • At departure, take a walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
  • Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and look for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, remember to take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
  • Did you have a wonderful stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.

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