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Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Howards Haven
4.8
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Savor this impressive golf course view villa. Just steps away from the beach access #13 and steps away from the esteemed Bald Head Island Club. Comes equipped with two 4 passenger golf carts. This is a 3 bedroom 21/2 bathroom villa with 1 king, 1...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

Classic Beach Bungalow in Excellent Loca...

Welcome to our cute bungalow! You will appreciate the appeal of this original 1950s beach bungalow. Two blocks from the beach this place is ideal for a year round escape to savor Carolina Beach!This coastal charmer is a comfortable 3 bed home in the...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Cape Fear River

While Wilmington visitors will arguably enjoy the best views of the Cape Fear River, this distinctive river actually spreads out throughout most of the coastal and piedmont regions of North Carolina, originating in the town of Haywood, just north of...

GREAT LOCATION-1st STREET CONDO WITH POO...
4.9
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Two-bedroom condo (1 king 1 queen) just steps away from public beach access. Kitchen is well equipped with all necessities and includes a Keurig coffee maker. Appreciate the huge deck facing the ocean where you can just relax and listen to the ocean...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wilmington Riverwalk

The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington is a showstopper of a stroll that is a distinctive attraction all its own. Originally conceived in the 1980s as a way to generate more interest and tourism to the Cape Fear River waterfront regions of...

Cape Fear & Brunswick Islands Fishing Guide

Whether a visitor lands in the inland regions of Wilmington and mainland New Hanover County, or the coastal vacation hotspots of Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, fishing is always readily available – and celebrated – in the Cape...

Pet friendly, oceanfront and unobstructe...
5.0
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BEST FEATURES!Pet FriendlyOcean front! Substantial decks overlooking ocean Coastal Charm Bring your furry friends to our oceanfront heaven with impressive vistas! Savor comfortable appeal in every room, including two master suites with king beds, a...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Shell Island

Shell Island may not be a familiar term for new visitors to Wrightsville Beach, but it’s certainly well-known among locals and historians who like to explore the original roots of the area. Referring to the northern tip of Wrightsville Beach...

Scenic Spots in Wilmington, NC

From antebellum mansions that steal the scene, to stunning waterfront vistas that can be admired from the downtown streets, Wilmington is a city that is brimming with beauty in every direction. On your next Wilmington vacation, pack along your...

Oceanfront penthouse with private beach ...
5.0
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See beautiful ocean vistas and horizons in this handsome 2 bedroom 2 bath Penthouse condo in Pelican Watch at Carolina Beach. The cavernous 2 bedroom 2 bath unit features an oceanfront queen in the master, and an queen in the second bedroom. There...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Airlie Gardens

Arlie Gardens is home to a stunning collection of natural gardens and eye-catching artworks which continually impresses visitors to the Wilmington area. Established in 1901, and originally used as a private garden for the wealthy Pembroke family...

Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns...

Beachski's Bungalow 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath wi...
5.0
(18)

Welcome to Beachski's Bungalow! A peaceful west end 2nd row condo complex has its own beach access with clear blue pool and tennis courts for guest to appreciate. New owners have upgraded with new furnishings, kitchen amenities, and intelligent...

  • Holden Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The Loop at Wrightsville Beach

New visitors to Wrightsville Beach may hear the phrase “The Loop” tossed around by locals and long-time visitors in-the-know. This initially unfamiliar term actually refers to one of the town’s literally largest attractions &ndash...

Wilmington, NC Kayaking Guide

With easy proximity to Masonboro Island and the outlying beaches, the Cape Fear River, and miles of creeks and bodies of water in between, kayaking is a dream in the Port City. Wilmington is home to a wide range of kayaking clubs, equipment...

Dock on Canal, Close to Beach and Dog Fr...
4.9
(50)

Adorable waterfront bungalow with a private dock on the Davis Canal located 2 short blocks to the beach. Kick up your feet and relax with your family and furry friend. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is conveniently located near the Middleton Avenue...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
2nd-floor condo with indoor & outdoor po...

Happy PelicanOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Located just two miles away from Sunset Beach and adjacent to Oyster Bay Golf Links, this...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

The fascinating galleries throughout this extensive complex encourage visitors of all ages to meet and mingle with their aquatic neighbors, from interactive exhibits to "touch tanks" where patrons can have personal encounters with local bamboo...

Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...

Pearl Paradise: with elevator & golf car...
5.0
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Located in the heart of Carolina beach, Pearl Heaven is a BRAND NEW townhome and only 2 blocks (3 min walk) from the beach. Some of the key amenities offered include:✓ Elevator access to all floors ✓ Golf cart included with booking! ✓ 2 King...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Cape Fear Museum

The Cape Fear Museum, (shorthand for the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science), has been educating and entertaining visitors for well over 100 years. Founded in 1898, the museum is the oldest operating museum in North Carolina, and welcomes...

Wrightsville Beach Guide

One of the largest attractions in Wrightsville Beach – both literally and figuratively – is the town’s miles of ocean-facing shoreline. And over the decades, the local beaches are the prime reason why millions of visitors have...

Charming Beachfront Cottage on Historic ...
4.0
(12)

Are you looking to coast back to simpler times? “Reel Simple” is a beachfront Wrightsville Beach bungalow listed on the Historic Registry! Featuring gorgeous ocean vistas from porches that span both floors and plenty of space for the entire...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington

With more than four centuries of history, it’s understandable that some of Wilmington’s rich past lingers on, and visitors with a darker side can get face-to-face with some of these ghoulish legends via an entertaining and spine-tingling...

Cape Fear Riverboats

Narrated sightseeing tours, & private charters on the Cape Fear River. Featuring the Henrietta.  Cape Fear Riverboats is Wilmington NC’s longest continuously running cruise line. We’ve been in business since 1987 and are...

E-BIKE TOURS — An Experience For All Levels! Our goal is to make you feel like a local as you explore all Wilmington has to offer. If you’re looking to check out some of the best breweries in town, visit unique neighborhoods, and take in...

When driving or strolling past the Bellamy Mansion, visitors are often transported back to a different time, when the Antebellum South was in full prestige, and Wilmington was a bustling, pre-Civil War port town. Located on Market Street, just...

Visitors who want to explore the historic and story-rich streets of downtown Wilmington will find plenty of tour options, but arguably none are more unique than the Segway tours provided by acclaimed local provider, Cape Fear Segway Tours. With...

The Cotton Exchange has long attracted shoppers, foodies, and history buffs of all tastes, but few people know that this ancient collection of brick buildings that’s found alongside the Cape Fear River also has a darker side – a side...

Literary fans and writers will adore the Literary History Walking Tour - a cool tour that explores the streets of Downtown Wilmington from the point of view of some of the globe’s most famous scribes. Working in conjunction with Old Books on...

Beer lovers will be thrilled to discover that there’s a local Wilmington tour designed just for them – the Port City Brew Bus. Open to visitors who are 21 and older, this tour bus heads to three of the area’s top breweries where...

The town of Wilmington is well-known for its Hollywood connection, and has set the stage for hundreds if not thousands of movies and television shows over the past few decades. The pinnacle of this cinematic activity can be found at the local EUE...

Downtown Wilmington and history go hand-in-hand which is why Springbrook Farms Horsedrawn Tours, a tour company that uses a horse-drawn carriage to carry visitors around town, seems to fit right into the local scene. Breezing past the waterfront...

Sample the heart of Wilmington’s famed culinary scene with this tour that will make your taste buds celebrate a downtown exploration. The Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours is specifically catered for foodies, and provides a community-wide...

Join one of Hollywood East's most entertaining & self-important insiders on the Hollywood Location Walk. It's a 90-minute movie and TV show extravaganza through one of America's largest living film sets. See real Wilmington locations, props...

Locally owned and operated Tour Old Wilmington shows visitors a unique side of the historic port city, as they are transported back in time by a costumed guide who will breathe life into the ancient buildings and cobblestoned streets that call...

Enjoy an educational yet fully engaging tour of historic Wilmington with a journey that starts with a Trip with Triplett. This local tour company is orchestrated by Robin, a retired social studies teacher who grew up in Wilmington and spent years...

Offering Wilmington's most unique and fun tours. Daily History and Architecture Tour. Wine Bar and History Stroll Thursday and Saturdays . Craft Brewery Crawl Sunday afternoons ( Brooklyn neighborhood).