Waterfront 2 BDR\/2BA Condo w\/Pool and Beach Access - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Welcome to Upstream Retreat! A 2 bedroom/2 bath condo located on the Intercoastal Waterway just two blocks from the beach with NO hidden costs! The space has been refreshed with all new furnishings, appliances, finishes, and a kitchen stock full of goodies. Upstream is ideal for a couples' getaway, remote working, or family hideaway. With great vistas for watching the sunrise and sunset off the two porches and fireworks from the marina (seasonal), come see why we adore calling Carolina Beach home!

Along with full access to the condo, guests will have 2 assigned off-street parking spaces as well as access to the pool (open seasonally), docks for fishing and water sports, and grilles in the common areas. The neighborhood is peaceful, and close to everything with a mix of visitors and year-round residents living in the building and area.

INTERIOR KITCHEN AND LIVING SPACE
• Open concept kitchen and living space
• Seating for 6 at dining room table
• Additional bar seating in kitchen
• Giant sectional couch with full-size bed pull out or additional room for calming
• Enormous flat screen TV with streaming options
• All new stainless steel kitchen appliances
• Totally outfitted kitchen – microwave, toaster, air fryer, pots/pans, blender, serving pieces, spices, wine glasses/wine tool, kids’s plate wear, ice packs for coolers, and more!

BEDROOMS/BATHROOMS
• Primary room: king size bed, workstation, TV, full bathroom, private patio, sound machine, and pull-out single bed for little ones
• Secondary bedroom: twin over queen sized bunk bed with full bathroom next door

OUTDOOR SPACE AND AMENITIES
• 4 min. walk to beach access
• Oversized back porch overlooking canal with ceiling fan and captain chairs
• Outdoor dining for 6
• Front porch with rocking chair
• Pool with canal vistas (open seasonally)
• Dock accessibility for fishing and water sports (boat slips unavailable)
• 2 off-street parking spots
• Carolina Beach Boardwalk with eateries, arcades, and stores (1 mile)


WHAT WE PROVIDE
• Bed linens
• Extra pillows and blankets
• Bath and beach towels
• Washer/dryer with starter detergent
• High speed, 600 Mbps Wi-Fi with option to upgrade
• Soaps/shampoo/body wash
• Starter garbage bags and dishwasher detergent
• Hot and iced Keurig coffee and tea to start
• Cleaning supplies and sanitizer wipes
• Hangers, hooks, and clothes hamper
• Kids’s booster seat
• Indoor games and kids's toys
• Modest cooler for beach

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING
• Sunscreen
• Extra Cooler(s)
• Beach Chairs, Umbrella, Water Sports Equipment (fishing poles, paddleboards, pool floats, etc). See our guidebook and home manual for rental recommendations.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School, or check out an event or a game at Legion Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

When to go & When to book:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in the Wilmington, NC area. To get the largest rental home for your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite Wilmington, NC restaurants and activities.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, management companies supply Wilmington, NC area travel guides that include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wilmington, NC visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Planning, picking, and booking the best Wilmington, NC rental:

• First, have your family decide on vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. Waterfront 2 BDR\/2BA Condo w\/Pool and Beach Access has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible online. Otherwise, email the host before you book the property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to determine which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or might be applied to your agreement.
• If there's a particular Wilmington, NC destination you long to visit, search for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

More considerations:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many problems.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your visit, inspect for any problem areas when you arrive. Call the host immediately to document any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed everything on check-out day. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to drive future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.