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Welcome to your home away from home! Our centrally located 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome is the ideal getaway in the heart of Wrightsville. Just 3 miles to the beach, 2 miles to UNCW, and 7 miles to downtown Wilmington, convenience meets comfort in this inviting space. Unwind at the community pool or take a short commute to the beach, shopping, eateries and more! This is the ideal location for your next hideaway! Key Features:Location: Centrally located in Wrightsville, close to the beach, UNCW, and downtown Wilmington.Bedrooms & Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom, plus an additional half bath for convenience.Master Bedroom: King Bed with intelligent TV, enormous private bathroom and jetted tub for calming! Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, desk and en-suite private bathroom.Cozy Seating: Unwind in a comfortable and well-furnished living space, creating a homey ambiance. Private backyard and simple access to community pool.Conveniences: Appreciate the convenience of a completely equipped kitchen, parking, pool, and more!!Nearby Attractions:Wrightsville Beach (3 miles): Feel the sun, sand, and surf just a short drive away.UNCW (2 miles): Ideal for visiting friends, family, or exploring the campus.Downtown Wilmington (7 miles): Explore historic sites, vibrant nightlife, and superb dining options.House Rules: This home does not allow family pets, smoking, events or events. Must be 25 years old to book the home. Rental agreement is required to be signed within 48 hours of booking the home. Book your stay now and make our townhome your base for an memorable Wrightsville experience! Whether you're here for the beach, university, or city exploration, our property is designed for your comfort and convenience.1) No smoking in the home (including e-sigs and vaping)2) No events allowed3) No pets allowed

Escape to this appealing, freshly refreshed canal home in beautiful Ocean Isle Beach. Only a 2 min. bicycle or 9 min. walk to beach access (with bathrooms) and close to coffee stores, eateries, ice cream, the pier and OIB Town Center Park which includes many amenities such as playground, basketball/pickle ball court, and amphitheater. This home features 4 bedrooms (1 king and 4 queens, TV included), 4 bathrooms, a enormous entirely equipped kitchen (island with seating for 4), and dining area (table seating for 8) overlooking the canal with private dock. Savor the sun and ocean breeze from the sizable front or back deck, or relax below at the outdoor bar and calming area. Explore the island on the supplied 4 adult bicycles, play a game of cornhole on the supplied set of boards, or grille a great dinner after a fun day at the beach, boating on the waterway, or playing a round of golf.

Octopus’s Garden is an refreshed three-floor duplex with 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths and an elevator. Two of the bedrooms are direct ocean front, but the other rooms all have ocean vistas through the 20 plus windows! Located in Carolina Beach, a prime beachfront community, this home offers beautiful expansive vistas of the ocean, has high-end finishes and top-tier amenities designed for relaxation and entertainment.The owners take absolute pride in updating and maintaining the home. Over the years, the kitchen and baths have been refreshed, high-end furnishing as well as new appliances were purchased (including a new refrigerator, oven and microwave in 2025 and dishwasher in 2024) and carpets were replaced with wood floors. The home has been attractively decorated with excellent and unique octopus’ décor throughout.The first floor has three roomy bedrooms – one oceanfront king room with a slider out to the deck, the second king with ocean vistas and the third with a unique queen over queen bunkbed. There is a huge bathroom and laundry closet with a Samsung washer/dryer.The second floor is open and cavernous to allow for enormous family gatherings. It has pretty vistas from the many side windows and the double sliders which lead to a sizable deck. The living area has two couches and a coffee table as well as a decorative fireplace. The huge, updated kitchen (including a drink refrigerator that holds 140 cans) is completely equipped with plates, bowls, glasses, pasta bowls, serving platters, mixing bowls, baking pans, a blender, toaster, BBQ kit, Cuisinart coffee center, crockpot, and a buffet warming tray. The two kitchen islands comfortably seat 6 people and the dining room table seats 8.The third floor has two master suites with king beds and oceanfront/vistas. The oceanfront bedroom has sliders out to the deck with two chairs and a chaise lounge and an attached bathroom with a hottub tub and a sizable window facing the ocean! The other master has marvelous vistas of the ocean as well as west-facing vistas of Carolina Beach, offering handsome sunset colors. The bathroom has been completely modernized with subway tiles, a tile floor and vanity.If you need more outdoor space beyond the large decks, then the covered bar/grilling area is waiting for you! Savor some beverages at the hand-designed Octopus’s Garden bar with outdoor lighting or hang out on the brick patio with Adirondack chairs and a gas barbeque. There is also a toy chest filled with kids’ buckets and shovels, an outside shower, and direct beach access from the private walkway. The unit also includes beach chairs and towels for 12 as well as coolers and bocce! Up-to-four cars can be accommodated.Once you park your car, you can leave it there as the duplex sits on a one-way street that is more like a pedestrian walkway, and convenient to nearly anything in town! It's an simple walk to the Carolina Beach boardwalk to the North and the Tiki Bar to the South, as well as Carolina Beach Lake, the Greenway, Veggie Wagon, Britts Donuts, eateries, and bars, including locals’ and tourists’ favorite, the Fat Pelican, voted one of the top 25 dive bars in the country!If you've never been to Carolina Beach before you're in for a treat. We're a incredible family friendly beach town with pizza stores, ice cream stores, seafood eateries, and three grocery stores. You'll never have to (or want to) leave the island. During the summer there are complimentary outdoor concerts and movies, a Farmers Market on Saturdays, and Thursday nighttime fireworks, all within walking distance. Stroll the boardwalk, head down to the Kure Beach pier, visit the NC Aquarium or take in some local Civil War history at Fort Fisher. You can find new things to do every day or of course just relax on the beach and soak up the sun. You'll be glad you came to Carolina Beach and will want to come back year after year.Check in is 4:00PM and check out is by 10:00AMThis is a no smoking, no family pets property.You must be at least 25 years old to enter into a rental contract

Fabulous home with palm trees and ocean breezes that await you! Spend your vacation appreciating the unobstructed ocean vistas from most areas of this beautiful beach home! Home has an elevator and private pool (Heater with surcharge) for guests. Three levels of living space with vaulted ceiling, 4 bedrooms each with a private bath; 3 with TVs and ceiling fans, entirely equipped kitchen with modern appliances, dishes and cookware, and wet bar. In addition to the pool, outdoor amenities include 3 decks, rocking chairs, an enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water, and parking for 6 cars. Watch the sunset with a glass of wine on the oceanside decks after a day in the sun. You will want to return again and again to this impressive vacation home that feels like a home! Bed linens supplied (Beds in bedrooms only). No Towels included can be rented.***Pool can be heated upon advance notice for a fee. Pools are heated to a max. of 87-88 degrees but can only maintain a temperature of 8-10 degrees above the outside temperature. Pool heaters cannot operate if the temperature outside is below 55 degrees. Pool heaters will not be turned on June-August. Please call for more details.*******The owner utilizes outside cameras for security purposes only.****

Summary:This condo is located in the heart of Carolina Beach. Within a few blocks there are fishing charters, stores, eateries, bars, festivals, events, and other attractions that make this a year round destination. The condo faces the ocean with a public beach access right across the street.The Space:This condo was refreshed extensively in 2021. All TVs are Intelligent TVs with Netflix, Hulu, & other Apps. There is a stack unit washer/dryer in the condo. Outdoor Pool is generally open May-October 15th. There is a bicycle rack available if you bring your bicycle.Guest Access:This is a professionally operated vacation rental condominium. You have access to the entire unit.Getting Around:Walk! You can walk to most anything in Carolina Beach from this location. The boardwalk is two blocks away. Beach Access across the street. Fishing Charters available across the street on the other side. Over a dozen stores, eateries, & bars, are within walking distance.Other Things to Note:Access: Enter using an electronic code doorknob so you can check in as soon as you arrive! The code is changed between each guest. Parking:Assigned Parking for 2 Vehicles. An hourly/daily pay parking lot is available next to Beach Harbour if you need more parking. This lot is complimentary in the Winter. Linens Information:Queen, Pyramid Bunk (top twin, full middle, twin trundle under), couch bed.Interaction with Guests:We are available at anytime. We prefer to communicate through the app to keep track of any communications. You will also have cell #s to call/text in case of emergency.

Key Conveniences:Oceanfront Community with 3rd Floor Ocean VistasPrivate Open-Air Balcony with bar-height seating (unobstructed view)Community Pool & Sun DeckDedicated Walkway to the BeachEntirely Equipped KitchenOutdoor ShowerLocked Ground-Level Storage with 6 Beach Chairs & ToysCovered ParkingCovered Community Picnic Area with Park GrillsWalkable to OKI Golf Club, Duffer’s Restaurant, OKI Pier & MoreShort Drive to Southport, Barbee Bridge, Stores, Grocery & Seasonal EventsOceanfront Villas; Private Open Air Balcony with 3rd Floor Ocean Vistas; Villa's Community Pool with Sun Deck; Dedicated Walkway to the Beach; Sleeps 5 – Bedroom 1: Ocean View, Private Entrance to the Balcony, EnSuite, Queen, TV (Cable); Bedroom 2: Twin over Queen Bunk with Stairs, Roku TV; Kitchen: Drip & K-Cup Coffee Makers, Toaster, Crock Pot, Griddle & Stock Pot for Low Country Boils, Countertop Ice Maker & Blender; Living Area: Electric Fireplace, Giant Screen TV Roku/Cable/DVD Player; Games/Movies/Beach Reads; Outdoor Shower; Storage on Ground Level has 6 Beach Chairs and Toys; Covered Parking; Covered Community Picnic Area with Park Grills; Walk to OKI Golf Club & Duffer’s Restaurant (across the street); Walking Distance to the OKI (Yaupon Beach) Pier & Several Eateries; Just down the Street is the Iconic Landmark, OKI Lighthouse (tours available - Schedule Ahead); Short Drive to additional Eateries/Shopping/Grocery, Gym (Daily/Weekly drop-ins); Outdoor Concert Venue with Food Trucks (Seasonal); Splash Pad (Seasonal); Farmer’s/Craft Markets (Seasonal); a 2nd OKI Pier & the Quaint Town of Southport. Close to the Barbee Bridge from the Mainland. At SunDaze it’s Lazy Vacation Days every day! Located in the Oceanfront Community of the Oak Island Villas, SunDaze has a handsome Ocean View from its Private 3rd Floor Open Air Balcony. Sit at the Bar Height Table, (no railing obstructing your view), appreciate your coffee in the mornings & maybe a glass of wine in the evenings. Feel those Ocean Breezes while you are swooped away into the story of one of the many Beach Reads. This Community offers Many Conveniences to take advantage of on your Beach Getaway. There is Covered Parking for unpacking all your vacation essentials. In addition to the Dedicated Beach Walkway, you can choose to swim in the Seasonal Community Pool & Sun on its Deck. Rinse off the Salt & Sand using the Outdoor Shower at your building. There is a Locked Storage Unit on the Ground Level to stow away your Beach Chairs, Boogie Boards & your other Beach Toys SunDaze is a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Villa that sleeps 5. The Ocean View Primary Bedroom has a Queen, TV with Cable & EnSuite with Tub/Shower Combination. Unpack into the Dresser & Closet. From the Private Entrance to the Balcony, slip out the Glass Door into the Fresh Salt Air after dark. Without the Bright Lights of the Big Cities, find your Favorite Constellations in the Nighttime Sky. Venus is often visible in our area. The 2nd Bedroom has a Twin over Queen Bunkbed with Convenient Stairs instead of a Ladder. Stream your Favorite Shows on the Roku TV. A Dresser & Closet mean you don’t have to live out of your suitcase while on Vacation. The Hall Bath has a Tub/Shower Combination.You enter the Villa into an Open Concept Kitchen, Dining & Living area. The Kitchen: Drip & K-Cup Coffee Makers, Toaster, Crock Pot, Griddle & Stock Pot for those Low Country Boils. A Countertop Ice Maker means you don’t have to buy bags of ice to make your Favorite Vacay Beverages in the Blender. If you prefer to Grille your Fresh Catch (Caught or Bought), head to the Covered Community Picnic area with Park Grills.Just off the Kitchen is the Dining Area which makes for Painless Serving & Cleanup. The Living Area gets Lots of Light through the Sliding Glass Doors that lead to the Open Air Private Ocean View Balcony. Inside, Settle into the Cozy Seating to Play one of the Supplied Games or Watch your Favorite Shows on the Enormous Screen TV (Cable/Roku) or a Movie on the DVD Player. There is an Electric Fireplace that with the Switch of a Button, you can have that Cozy Ambiance any time of year. OKI Beach Villas are within Walking Distance to the OKI Golf Club & Duffer’s Restaurant (across the street). The OKI (Yaupon Beach) Pier & multiple other Eateries are Within Walking Distance. Be sure to make an online reservation to Tour the Oak Island Lighthouse located just down the street from your Villa, also in the Town of Caswell Beach. For many years it was 2nd only to a lighthouse in France as the Brightest Lighthouse in the World! LED lights were installed in 2020 making it the 1st US Lighthouse to use Rotating LED Technology. As one of only 7 Active Lighthouses in NC, the OKI Light is one of the Most Photographed Landmarks in our area.Book SunDaze to make everyday Fun Vacation Memories Long Remembered.

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms: 1st level: 1 King | 1 Queen | 1 Twin Bunk Bed | 1 TrundleThis family-friendly condo in the Ocean Walk community is just steps from the seasonal community pool. Three flat screen TVs (50 inch flat screen Intelligent TV in living room, 22-inch in master bedroom), DVD player. Inside the condo, guests will find an open concept living area decorated with vibrant greens, blues and coral. There is seating for six between a bar-height bistro table and the kitchen bar. The U-shaped kitchen provides plenty of space for preparing meals and pairs white cabinets with solid surface countertops. Tiled kitchen and baths, carpeted living spaces. High chair/booster seat, infant crib and videos. Walking distance to dining and shopping and the beach access is only one block away! Two covered parking spaces dedicated to the unit allow simple access to the first floor unit from the stairs. Other shared Ocean Walk community amenities include elevator access, an outdoor shower and grilling and picnic area (the latter conveniently around the corner from the unit at the base of the ramp to the pool area).The Ocean Walk pool is open annually from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Specific condo communities may keep the pool open past Labor Day depending on the homeowner's association's recommendation.Though family pets are not allowed, please not a dog may be present during an owner stay for those guests allergic to pets.

Purple Pelican is among our most economical Oceanfront Carolina Beach UnitsRents Saturday to Saturday for weekly stays. 4 Bedroom / 2 Bath / Sleeps 8 Bring your furry friends because Dogs are Accepted at the Purple Pelican, an Oceanfront single-family home much beloved by long-time residents of Carolina Beach. You will be located into a one-way street close to the Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market, Carolina Lake, and Veggie Wagon. Savor raucous family time or peaceful privacy undisturbed in your covered porch with a private sunken hot tub, and a private boardwalk to the beach. This quintessential floorplan features a great room with four corner bedrooms and two jack n' jill bathrooms. Make your vacation simple, homey, comfortable, and directly focused on the beach. Feel complimentary to bring Grandparents, or recuperate from surgery here at the ocean: our front porch has a lift elevator! Take an painless walk down the beach to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Appreciate the front-seat view of weekly fireworks from our raised benches in the dunes. If you are staying in, prepare in our completely equipped kitchen. The whole family will savor our games and puzzles; and kids’s toys and books. You'll want to make this your forever vacation home: Purple Pelican is one of the last few remaining private beach cottages on the oceanfront at Carolina Beach, just waiting to make you part of the family!  Ground Level:Covered parking for 4-5 cars under the home and on the parking pad. Washer and Dryer closet. Stairs to the beach boardwalk. Stairs to the front porch. The elevator lifts to the front porch.Level 2: Kitchen: Entirely equipped, Electric range with hood, Microwave, Side by side refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, hanging pot rack, seating for 4 at the kitchen island.Dining Area: Dining table with seating for 6 Living Room: New sectional couch, side chairs, occasional tables, games and books, Intelligent TV with DVD player, entrance door to porchTwo bedrooms share Jack n Jill bathrooms on each side of the living room:Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, TV, Ceiling fanBathroom 1: Single Vanity, Bathtub with Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, TV, Ceiling Fan, Oceanfront View Bedroom 3: Twin Bed with Twin Trundle, TV, Ceiling FanBathroom 2: Single Vanity, Bathtub with Shower, ToiletBedroom 4: Queen Bed, TV, Ceiling fan, Oceanfront View Covered Porch: Rocking Chairs with Cushions, Drink Table, Outdoor Dining table Seating Six, Bench Seating surrounding porch, Sunken Hot Tub, Outdoor Shower, Boardwalk to Beach, More bench seating out at the dunesLinens - Sheets and Towels will be wrapped in sealed packages and laying on the end of the beds. Rental Policies:In response to the increased incidence of credit card fraud, a valid government photo ID will be required for every reservation. A signed rental agreement is required: accepting House Rules on any online travel agency requires reading and acceptance of our rental agreement.Things to bring:Paper towels and toilet paper, trash bags, soaps, detergents, minimal cleaning supplies, and beach towels.Arrival/Departure:Summer Check-ins (June-August) begin at 4 pm and are guaranteed by 6 pmOff Season Check-ins begin at 3 pm and are guaranteed by 5 pmCheck-out is by 10 am. We adhere to this policy so please do not arrive early or plan to delay your departure.Guest Access:Electronic Entry.House Rules:No events such as weddings, bachelor/bachelorette events, sororities/fraternities No smokingYou must be at least 25 to rent this unit.Elevator Policies:Please note, the elevator is for convenience only and does not guarantee ADA Compliance or Wheelchair accessibility. Although elevators are checked on a regular basis, Sea Coast Units/Owners will not be held accountable if the elevator is not operating or functioning properly during your stay. No refunds will be issued for these closures. Pet Policy:Dogs allowed. The first dog is included in the price of the Rental. Subsequent dogs are subject to an additional payment and restrictions! Carolina and Kure Beaches are pet-friendly, but you must follow town guidelines. Please check the town website for beach pet restrictions.Cancellation Policy:- Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking- After 48 hours of booking and more than 60 days out from arrival, a full refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation debit.- After 48 hours of booking and within 60 days of arrival, there will be no refund processed unless the dates are re-rented. If premises are re-rented, a refund will be processed less a $300 cancellation debit.Things to do:Adventure awaits. Discover aquatic wildlife and vegetation at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher or appreciate a calming ferry ride across the Cape Fear River to a cozy little shopping town called Southport. Take a trip back in time at the Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Museum which features live oak-covered trails and bunkers from the American Civil War. Stroll through the marsh to visit the home of the famed Ft. Fisher Hermit. Or wind down with nature at our two state parks, sure to provide a memorable experience with hiking, fishing, and water activities such as paddle boarding and kayaking, and search for a Venus Flytrap which is native to NC only. As one of North Carolina's most undeveloped beaches, the island offers a unique opportunity to see many diverse coastal wildlife, including pelicans and loggerhead sea turtles, in their natural habitat. Whether it’s exploring activities on the island, appreciating the ocean vistas, or enjoying a drink by sunset from your own private balcony, Pleasure Island offers diversion for every enthusiast!Explore the treasures of Carolina Beach, ranked one of the top 10 boardwalks in the country by Food & Wine magazine. One of the last remaining beach boardwalks on the East Coast, it includes a variety of eateries, an arcade, stores, ice cream, Famous Britts Donuts, bars, and more! During the summer months, the Boardwalk is bustling with the sound of music, carnival rides, bingo, family nights, and events like the weekly fireworks and concert series. Rent a Jeep, bicycle, or golf cart as the most convenient ways to navigate the island. Annual off-season events include the Cape Fear Kite Festival, Christmas by the Sea, and the Island of Lights Festival.We look forward to you visiting us!

12'x20' SWIMMING POOL!  3BR/2.5BA - Br1:1K, Br2:1Q & 2T-Bunk, Br3:2Q.  This pretty bungalow has been completely modernized! Our Ocean Retreat is dog friendly (2 dog limit with costs) with an striking ocean view, painless beach access, and roomy living, dining and kitchen areas. Recent renovations included stainless steel kitchen appliances, bamboo floor in living area and bedrooms. It has a fenced dog run and gated deck. And just a few mins. walk to Ocean Crest Pier and Island Way restaurant. This second row home offers WIFI, 4 TV's, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, breakfast bar, front side sundeck with polywood chairs, ground level half bathroom, picnic table, storage room and Hot/Cold enclosed outside shower. Plenty of parking including covered parking. Tiger Pause located across the street and other rental properties close by for extended fun with family and friends. No Smoking. Linens not supplied, please call the office to rent these. Check in: 3PM-5PM, Check out: 10AM.

PET FRIENDLY! "Buck Stops Here" - Unwind and breath in the salt air from the ocean facing front porch of this 2nd Row home on the West End. This 2nd row home is just steps away from the white sands of Holden Beach. Boasting a brand new look for 2022 you will find that the entire home has a fresh coat of paint, new luxury vinyl plank throughout and an refreshed kitchen. This gorgeous 4 bedroom / 2 bath home has an open living room, dining and well equipped kitchen. Sliding glass doors lead to a nice ocean facing rocking front porch. Take in the ocean breeze, sunrise and sunsets while calming with your favorite drink. Vaulted ceiling in the comfortable living room area. 2 Queen bedrooms are located downstairs with a shared full bath. 1 Queen bedroom, and 1 bedroom with 2 twins beds and a shared bath are on the upper level. Washer and Dryer is located on the first level. Wifi, cable, and intelligent flat screen tv's. Outside offers under home and driveway paved parking, outdoor hot/cold enclosed shower, basketball goal, fish cleaning station, park style charcoal grille and a nice level yard. This home is very comfortable, clean, economical, and is just steps away from the beach. Savor watching the boats and various coastal wildlife from your rear deck overlooking the marshlands and the charming Intracoastal Waterway. "Buck Stops Here" acquired its name from the abundance of deer witnessed from this home, grazing during low tide. Don't miss this coastal summer vacation bargain on Holden Beach with pretty vistas all around! Pet Friendly: $250 Non-returnable pet fee is required and is limited to a single dog up to 50 pounds. An additional dog(s) may be allowed included that they are pre-approved by PROACTIVE Vacations. Additional Fees will apply for more than one dog. Guests must crate family pets when they are left in the home unattended.Discounts may be available for this property. To view your total vacation price, including any available discounts, please input your stay dates with number of guests and click Book Now. (Don't worry, your vacation will not be booked until you have confirmed the terms)