Spacious 4BR Duplex with a Pool! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Savor this cavernous unit just a short walk to the ocean when you stay at "Southern Swordfish".

This four bedroom, three bath duplex has everything you need for a memorable beach vacation. The primary suite on the third floor has a Queen bed, private bath with Jacuzzi tub and private deck area with partial vistas of the Atlantic. There is an additional bedroom with private bath also located on this floor with 2 Twin beds, ideal for the kids!

The main level has a well-equipped kitchen with granite counter-tops, a combination living and dining room that leads out to your private deck overlooking the pool, and a enormous flat screen HDTV with Direct TV. This home has WiFi via ATT, and Roku's at the TV's for entertainment.

The first floor has a street side bedroom with one Full and one Twin bed and an additional bedroom with a Queen bed and private deck. It's just a short 3 blocks over to the beach.

"Southern Swordfish" shares a fenced in pool with the duplex. For bigger family groups that would like to be close to one another please ask about renting the adjoining unit, "Hooked on Swordfish", for a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms!

While visiting in Carolina Beach, be sure to check out the Boardwalk area, where you will find stores, eateries and the summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music. Watch the fishermen come in with the catch of the day at the marina or dine out with the family. Only a few miles south to the Ft. Fisher Historic Museum, the Civil War battleground and the NC Aquarium. Make plans to visit Carolina Beach today and stay at "Southern Swordfish"!

*Please keep in mind that if you are renting a property with a pool during the off-season, it may not be open or available. Pools are usually open from mid- May to September, but dates can vary based on weather, permits, HOA guidelines, inspections, improvements, and unforeseen events. For more detailed information on specific pools, please feel complimentary to contact our office.

Occupancy 9: Fri/Fri rental in Summer. Min two nighttime stay other seasons.
Linens Recap: 2 Queens, 1 Full, 3 Twins
Parking: Parking for three cars - one under carport, two driveway
Prohibited: Smoking, Family Animals

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C043 – Southern Swordfish” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and popular attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect vacation property experience:

When to book a Wilmington, NC rental home & When to go:

• To book the best rental home for your budget, we highly recommend reserving in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at popular Wilmington, NC attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites often offer renters an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC visitors guide magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines have offers and deals for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Planning and choosing the best Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Begin by selecting trip dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Spacious 4BR Duplex with a Pool! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is generally accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, reach out to the host before booking your rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If there's a certain Wilmington, NC destination you simply love, search for rentals that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the owner about pet restrictions before booking.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make certain damages aren't linked to your visit, make a record of any problem areas during arrival. Contact the property manager right away to relay any damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your peace. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Re-check the property to confirm that you've packed all personal items at departure. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your experience find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.