• As low as $379/Night
  • 4 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
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Dock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ice maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Kitchen island
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Living room
  • Marina nearby
  • 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
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water park
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

About this Property

  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 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 supplied 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 fantastic vistas of the ocean, sizable 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 (Grand 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
-Extensive deck
-Full Library and a handsome 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 enormous 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 included
-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 Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade 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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect Wilmington, NC rental experience:

When to visit Carolina Beach & When to reserve a Carolina Beach rental home:

  • Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the best value, consider shifting your family's Wilmington, NC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
  • Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
  • Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
  • Property managers often offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
  • Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local stories, travel guides have offers and deals for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Make a plan and pick your prefect Wilmington, NC vacation home:

  • Select your dates and max budget.
  • Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. Classic Oceanfront Cottage w/ Private Walkway, 2 Decks, Easy Walk to Carolina Beach Fun has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
  • Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is regularly accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property management company before you reserve the home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
  • If there's a particular Wilmington, NC destination you are crazy about, browse homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
  • Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before booking
  • If your group is vacationing with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, hosts charge additional pet fees.

More tips for your stay:

  • Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
  • Upon check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
  • Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent quite a few concerns.
  • Be respectful of your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
  • Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
  • Lock your rental while you are out and about. Protect your property!
  • Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
  • Leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.

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