From creamy fudge, to nautical-themed gifts, to truly unique holiday ornaments and décor, you can find everything under the sun at Callahan's of Calabash. An expansive gift store that is a landmark and popular destination in its own right, this 35,000 square foot gift shop with a wonderfully ship-shape aesthetic will thrill visitors of all ages, and offers a little something special for shoppers of all tastes.
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East Coast Got-Em-On King Mackerel Classic
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Poplar Grove Open Air Market
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Market in the Park
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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 in Carolina Beach in the coastal Cape Fear region, Victory Beach Vacations has more than 100 vacation rentals in all shapes and sizes to ensure that every vacationing family can find their dream home away from home on the beach. When you book your Cape Fear getaway with Victory Beach Vacations, the fun doesn’t end when you leave the beach, it continues with an array of privately-owned properties outfitted with all of the amenities needed for a fabulous beach vacation. Jenna Lanier, General Manager, explains that her family first opened the rental and property management business in 2002. At the forefront of Victory Beach operations is Lanier’s mother, Caroline Meeks. Meeks is both the Broker in Charge and co-owner with husband, Buck Meeks, who manages the Field Services team with Lanier’s husband, Scott. For nearly 20 years, the Victory Beach team has worked tirelessly to establish a network of top-of-the-line rental properties for Cape Fear visitors to enjoy. “As far as our properties go,” explains Lanier, “they are all updated, well-furnished and appointed. “We have always performed post-cleaning inspections and since the pandemic, have put freshly laundered duvets over all of the comforters between rentals.” Lanier emphasizes how important the guests experience is “we strive to give our guests a relaxing, stress free, memorable vacation.” This emphasis on customer service has led to Victory Beach Vacations having a 4.8 Google rating with over 300 reviews by happy owners and guests.In addition to Victory Beach’s superior sanitation practices, the company offers properties for every type of visitor. Choose from luxury oceanfront houses and condos to more reasonbly priced 2nd row properties with oceanviews. Many properties include pools and hot tubs as well, perfect for outdoor entertaining, and many are dog friendly. Lanier also notes that all properties are within walking or driving distance to Pleasure Island’s main attractions – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. The former, as described by Lanier, is the more commercialized of the two destinations and features a boardwalk, outdoor dining options and a plethora of weekly activities including fireworks, live music, amusement park pop-ups, and movies under the stars. Kure Beach offers a more residential feel with its fishing pier, intimate restaurants and family favorite, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.More water fun awaits, too. “There is a harbor and a canal that feed into the intercoastal. We have several properties on the harbor so guests can bring their boat, kayak, [or jet ski] and travel between islands,” says Lanier. A stay with Victory Beach Vacations is an annual pilgrimage for most. “A large percentage of guests are previous guests. Some even reserve the same property for the next year as they’re checking out,” Lanier says. “It’s almost like it’s their personal vacation home.” Even before guests arrive at their vacation destination, the Victory Beach Vacations’ website greets them with a live beach cam and exquisite aerial footage of both Carolina and Kure Beaches. See for yourself by scanning the QR code and call Victory Beach Vacations at 910.458.0868 to book your Cape Fear getaway. Start making your memories today! —Grace Silipigni
Everyone loves a view, and this one has two! Top Floor- Look left and appreciate the ocean, and look right to savor the marshes and the Canal. Whether you appreciate sunrise or sunset, you'll want to be at "Salty Dog Retreat" for both every day. Don't forget to bring your Salty Dogs with you! Recently refreshed with LVP floor throughout and striking new kitchen countertops, this cozy third (top) floor condo will beckon you home after a calming day on the beach or fishing from the pier. There's a King bed in the primary bedroom, and a Queen sleeper soda in the living area. Maybe best of all, this little gem has a bath and a half! We've even supplied a Twin roll away just in case you need sleeping for 5. The kitchen is well equipped for the meals you make at home, but don't miss out on some of the local flavors while you are here. If you don't get some Britt's donuts, you'll regret it later. Bring your 4x4 and drive out onto Freeman Park to experience the beach as few are able. The dogs will appreciate to frolic and play, and the kiddos are sure to enjoy the pools. That's right there are multiple pools so everybody can find the one that is just right. Book your stay at "Salty Dog Retreat" today! The Sun Skipper condominium building is located on the North End of Carolina Beach, near the Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Freeman Park - where you can drive on the beach! The complex sports two swimming pools and beach access is just steps away.*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 5: Stay Requirements: Any Turn Day. Minimum two nighttime stay. Linens Configuration: 1 King, 1 Queen Couch Bed, 1 Twin Roll AwayParking: TWO parking passes are included with reservation. Spaces are not assigned.Pet Policy: Pet Policy: Dogs welcome as an optional add-on for this property with a non-returnable fee of $250 + tax that is charged per pet. min. of 2 dogs per reservation. Charge will be added after booking when the option to bring a pet and number of family pets are selected. Nonrefundable costs are listed in the House Rules and animals must be disclosed via the Rental Agreement. Fees are not supplied automatically when booking on Vacation Rental By Owner and must be paid separately to the host if you wish to bring a pet(s). Failure to disclose and prepay for dogs will result in penalty costs which are disclosed in House Rule #16. Prohibited: Boat Trailers, Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental. Featured Conveniences: Keyless Entry, Community Pool, Ocean View Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking, cancellations at 31+ days before check-in will receive a full refund after a $350 cancellation fee is deducted, cancellations at 15-30 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of monies paid less a $350 cancellation fee and less than 15 days prior to arrival is not subject to a refund. All policies are subject to possible additional refund based on re-rental, excluding non-returnable cancellation costs and travel insurance (if applicable). 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 “C160 – Salty Dog Retreat” as a vacation rental.
- Carolina Beach
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 5
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 under the sun can enjoy an active excursion or just a day of splashing around at this all-encompassing amusement center.
OCEANFRONT condominium with superb vistas of Carolina Beach. Unique in that you can watch the sunrise from the oceanfront deck and the sunset over the harbour area from the back deck. This second floor end unit accepts for full view of the beach and pool area. An oceanfront pool is centrally located for painless access on your way to and from the beach. You can watch the kids while calming on the deck. The living room has a sliding glass door giving access to the oceanfront deck. Savor the sights and sounds of the ocean while sitting in the living room and kitchen. The living area is roomy with beach decor. The master bedroom has a new queen-size bed, private bath, and sliding glass door to the back deck with vistas of the Intercoastal Waterway and Harbour. The second bedroom is cavernous with a twin bed over a double bed and a second twin. The location is approxiametly half way between the boardwalk and the north pier. This is ideal for a nice walk in either direction without being to close to the pier for swimming or the boardwalk for crowding. Theres plenty of optional activities to see and do in around Carolina Beach. Visit the Fort Fisher museum while on the island. This area is well known for the fishing charter boats. Schedule a deep sea fishing trip or go on one of the dinner cruise trips. While at the boardwalk area stop over a Brits doughnut shop. Some of the best you'll ever eat. Work it of by taking a late evening beach walk back to the condo. You can rent bicycles and such at the boardwalk area as well. Theres the zoo 5 mins. back toward Wilmington. You can get really up close to the animals and of course, you can hang out at the beach all day and work on you tan! Keywords: Condominium
- Carolina Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 7
Wrightsville Beach is one of the Cape Fear’s most popular destinations for fans of sand, salt and sun. Located just east of Wilmington, this hopping beach town is a Mecca for surfers, surf fishermen, beachcombers, and anyone who enjoys relaxing along the oceanfront. When it comes to visiting this enticing area, beach-goers should note that the town has a number of beach guidelines that cover everything from parking to pets. So before you go, be sure and brush up on these rules, regulations, and safety tips which will ensure everyone in your party has a sunny time while on the sand.
Come to the island!! We want you to appreciate our striking family home! Conveniently located near the 49th St beach access, it is a short walk to the beach in one direction and a short walk to the ICW waterway access which is complete with pier and picnic area.. Just relax and savor our home with all the high-end upgrades. You will feel at home when you walk into the roomy open living area with great room, dining area, and kitchen, The tall vaulted ceilings in living area create a spaciousness for all of your family and friends to savor. Totally ideal for a enormous group. . There are two master bedrooms on mail level. One is a bedroom with a king bed and the other master has a queen bed. There are two additional bedrooms on the same level. One is a bunk room with two sets of bunk beds ideal for your kids to enjoy and another bedroom which has a full bed. There is also a full hall bathroom. Upstairs is over 400 sq ft bedroom which has one full and one single bed. This property 7 days from Saturday to Saturday.There is a new washer/dryer in laundry room complete with sink. Savor the outside living space which always seems to have that beach breeze. You can choose to relax on the sizable front porch which extends the width of the home complete with rockers, on the side screen-in porch off of the dining area complete with an additional table for 6 and a sitting area, or hide-out on the side deck. There is a huge paved area underneath at ground level for a huge entertainment area. For outside dining there is a large table for 6, additional chairs for relaxation with a table for additional dining, a swing and new grille. Loads of parking space underneath and in paved driveway. House is located in the Tranquil Harbour Section of Oak Island which lives up to its name. A relaxing place to enjoy and convenient to everything. Appreciate a day playing or calming on the beach, fishing off the pier, kayaking in the intercoastal waterway, exploring the island on bicycles or in a golf cart, shopping in the island stores, eating at one of the local unique eateries, visiting the lighthouse on the island, or playing golf on one of the famed golf courses in the area. Take a short trip to historic South Port, Wilmington or Calabash. Take a ride on the ferry and discover Fort Fisher or Bald Head Island. Or take a shopping trip to North Myrtle or Myrtle Beach. There are so many places to discover and make those special memories. The possibilities are countless. Or just relax and enjoy the natural setting of handsome Oak Island and enjoy the amenities that you have at home.
- Oak Island
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
Beach canopies and umbrellas create shade, lower ambient temperatures and block UV rays on hot, sunny Summer days. Sitting under the canopy of a quality beach umbrella can make the difference between comfort and sweltering. When choosing an umbrella, we look for durability, wind ratings, weight and size.
Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh for days. In addition to beverages, fishermen rely coolers to keep bait fresh, and hopefully the catch of the day. Walk onto any beach or pier in North or South Carolina and you’ll see a plethora of cooler models and sizes. Cooler technology has advanced rapidly in modern years. Top-end hard-sided coolers can keep ice frozen for a week. Soft coolers are easier for one person to carry onto a beach, but can still keep food cool for days. Cooler materials and price points vary wildly, so we put together this guide with our recommendations for your coastal vacation.