Quaint and quiet with a lovely outdoor feel to it, Kathy and Anna feel they have accomplished what they set out to do, create a place where people can Sip, Relax and Enjoy Life for A While. Come visit us at The Calabash Garden Tea Room & Gift Shop, the only one of its' kind in Brunswick County and see for yourself what all the buzz is about!! Don't forget to check out our gift shop where you can purchase all 80 of our gourmet teas, tea pots, tea cups and everything you will need for your perfect tea party! Come make a memory!
For nearly 40 years, the same corner has been home to a staple in the Calabash community, Callahan’s. Locals and tourists alike are loyal to Callahan’s because of our vast selection of home décor, holiday décor, gifts, and apparel sprawling over 35,000 square feet. Because we are family owned and operated, Callahan’s is not only home to nearly every collectible imaginable but also to our employees, many of whom have been a part of the Callahan’s magic for over a decade and hold our business near and dear to their hearts. We strive to become a part of your family traditions and look forward to bringing you and your loved ones into our enchanting shop for many years to come.
Carolina ebikes offers ebike rentals and tours throughout the local Cross City trails, also downtown historic areas and Wrightsville, Carolina and Kure beaches. They carry many makes and models for sale and offer fully built custom ebikes shipped anywhere in the US. Come in anytime 10:00-6:00 for a free demo ride or just to ask questions and learn about the positive benefits and fun of electric bicycles.
The only enclosed mall within a 55-mile radius, Independence Mall is the Wilmington region’s dominant fashion-oriented shopping center. With more than a million square feet of space, the mall houses four anchors and a diverse variety of in-line tenants. We are currently conducting a sweeping redevelopment of this mall, which will transform it from a fully enclosed space into a modern, open-air retail destination. The redesigned space will feature a grocery-anchored power center, a completely updated enclosed mall corridor, a modern lifestyle streetscape of upscale dining and retail options, and a multi-tenant building complex that houses a wide array of specialty service providers.
Keeping It Glam is a beauty studio that offers high class services at an affordable rate. Our mission statement sums up the experience you can expect with us. “Passionate about making you feel confident, Inspired to uplift your soul."
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At The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge, we pride ourselves on providing a memorable and unique experience in all aspects of hospitality. With a flare of southern charm while stepping back in time, we offer the feel of an old-time barbershop that brought together a community to create great friends and conversation. From our classic haircuts to our hand-crafted cocktails and broad whiskey collections. We strive to create a welcoming, laid-back, yet upscale masculine retreat in a historic, speak-easy inspired space, right in the heart of Downtown.
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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
Three bedroom two bathroom 2nd floor condo which is freshly refreshed, overlooking a humongous pond on the gorgeous sandpiper golf course. The condo is completely furnished, but does not provide any linens, with 4 queen beds, one is a queen over queen bunk bed. Sandpiper Bay is also mins. from the handsome beaches of Sunset Beach.
- Sunset Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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.
The Ideal Kure is a short walk to the beach and is central to both Carolina Beach/Kure Beach. Home is turnkey, in a peaceful location, and roomy for huge group vacations - 2 king suites, 3 ensuite bathrooms. Beach access located at 1004 1/2 Fort Fisher Boulevard with a seasonal lifeguard and is NOT surrounded by high rise condos or enormous hordes. Savor partial ocean vistas from kitchen and dining rooms hear the ocean waves from the two sizable front decks. AMENTITIES - bed linens, additional pillows & blankets- bath and beach towels - beach chairs, carts, coolers and some toys- hair dryers, shampoo, liquid bathing soap, dishwashing detergent, laundry detergent - grille - bicycles- aero bedGROUND LEVEL- outside shower on the side of the home- garage for 1 car, beach gear- additional driveway parking for 3/4 carsSECOND FLOORING- primary Master, at front of home with a King bed, TV/Roku, private bath with tub, separate toilet and shower, private front deck - Secondary master suite with a king and full-size bed, TV/Roku, direct access to shared full bath - linen closet in hall bath with bath and beach towels- bedroom with a queen bed- washer and dryer in laundry closet outside of the primary THIRD FLOORING- bedroom behind kitchen with queen bed, TV/Roku and PS3/Blu-Ray DVD player gaming console- full bath with connecting door- supplied kitchen- 8' table with bench & chairs ideal for huge groups- kitchen bar stools- living room with 75" intelligent TV/Roku content streaming, PS3 - video and board games, cards and movies for kids and adults- deck- fire extinguisher is in the kitchen pantryPlease respect these rules while staying at this property: - No FAMILY PETS allowed including service animals. If a pet is found on the property, a $350 fine will be charged. - No smoking in doors
- Carolina Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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.
Welcome to Coastal Sunset, managed by Brunswick Vacation Units on Ocean Isle Beach!Feel the epitome of communal living with this home's innovative reverse and open floor plan, facilitating gatherings of family and friends in the broad living room, kitchen, and dining area located on the top floor. Adorned with windows on all sides, this level basks in an abundance of natural light, creating a vibrant ambiance throughout. Sink into the plush seating arrangements in the living room, focused around the colossal flat-screen Intelligent TV flanked by constructed-in shelves. The kitchen exudes elegance with its tasteful décor and features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient Keurig/drip coffee maker. Completing this floor are two full bathrooms and two bedrooms- both with King Beds.Descend via stairs or elevator to the next level, where a secondary living space awaits, replete with yet another cavernous sectional couch, sizable flat-screen Intelligent TV, and a handy wet bar boasting a sink and mini-refrigerator. Three additional bedrooms on this level offer private retreats, each accompanied by its own full bathroom—one hosting a King bed, one hosting a Full daybed, and one designed with two twin singles, and a twin over twin bunk bed, providing ample sleeping space for youngsters. Also present on this level are a half bathroom and the laundry room, ensuring convenience for all occupants.Further downward, on the ground floor, leading to the backyard is your very own tropical sanctuary. Enveloped by swaying palm trees, the outdoor space features a dazzling azure pool and rejuvenating spa, alongside a striking tiki bar encompassing a wet bar and flat-screen Intelligent TV. Ample seating options, including lounge chairs, invite you to bask in the sunshine, while an outdoor shower, gas grille, and an array of amenities enhance your outdoor experience.Just a brief walk away, the public beach access beckons, promising countless days of oceanside leisure. Embark on the ultimate extravagant beach getaway by securing your stay today!The pool is open year round and can be heated for an additional cost of $150 a day. When heated, the pool water should be between 80-84 degrees depending on outside air temperatures and weather. You must pay for the entire stay and can not pick and choose days you want the pool heated. We can not guarantee the pool water temperatures due to the dependency of the weather and air temperatures, however the gas heaters are very effective during most conditions. Please keep in mind that the heater only runs when the pool pump is running and typically the pump does not run at nighttime due to time schedule.The pool and/or spa is private and unattended, so swim at your own risk. All kids must be supervised in the water at all times by an adult. No food, drinks, alcohol, glass, etc are allowed in or around the pool. Pools are serviced regularly, however please keep in mind that due to the tropical nature of the island, it is not unusual to find unexpected debris and sand in the pool.We cannot guarantee the elevator will be working due to circumstances out of our control. Please read elevator instructions CAREFULLY before operating (found in the notebook at the home). User error will result in a $100 service charge. No kids are allowed in the elevator without an adult. Use at your own risk.PLEASE READ RULES / NOTES PRIOR TO BOOKING:If your check in date is on or between Memorial Day and Labor Day, your cleaning fee does include whole home linen and towel rental fee. Linen and towel service includes top and fitted sheets per bed, pillow cases, and 1 set of towels will be included per person (1 set includes: 1 body towel, 1 hand towel, and 1 washcloth), and a kitchen towel.If your check in date is before Memorial Day or after Labor Day, linens and towels are NOT supplied in the cleaning fee. We do offer them for an additional fee, or you can choose to bring your own linens and towels, or rent through a third event.**(Last min. bookings: We need at least 24-hour notice in order to provide linens).We highly recommend trip insurance and will not give any refunds for weather related trip interruptions or cancellations as well as any other situations that may cause you not be able to travel or use the property. If you cancel at least 60 days prior to your check in date, you will be refunded in full minus a non-returnable fee of 5% of the total reservation (cancellation fee). Cancellations within 60 days prior to check in will not be refunded.Due to homeowner severe allergies, some homes may not allow service or support animals. You must disclose and get permission for any service and or support animals PRIOR to booking.While you paid a cleaning fee, if you leave the home excessively dirty and don't follow check out procedures, an additional cleaning charge may apply that you will be responsible for paying.Supplied in your reservation is a security deposit insurance policy that can cover you for accidental damages to the home or contents, however all damages may not be covered and if denied, you will be liable / responsible for paying any damages in their entirety. You must be at least 26 years old to book and if your group is not related, the average age of all adults (not including kids) must be 26 years old or older. We do not allow people to book for other people, the person who makes and pays for the reservation must also stay in the home.Sorry, NO home events, prom events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, or any other events of any kind.NO Smoking inside or on/around the premise (you will be charged a $500 fee if this rule is broken).NO charcoal grilles, fire pits, or deep fryers are allowed on premise.Please be aware that there are exterior security cameras located on the premises directed towards the parking area and/or entrances for added security and tranquility of mind.Please note if there is a fireplace, it is decorative only and not to be used.We provide a basic starter pack of essentials for your first day including a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, hand soap, a roll of paper towels in the kitchen, and a trash can liner per bin.While we do provide some items to get you started, here is a list of a few other things we want to remind you to bring:Bath Soaps/Shampoo/ConditionerToothpasteCondiments/SeasoningToilet paperPaper TowelsSuntan Lotion/SunblockClothes HangersGarbage BagsLaundry DetergentDish Washer DetergentBeach Towels
- Ocean Isle Beach
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 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.