5BR 5BA w/ Hot Tub, ample Parking, 2 Blocks from Beach, Boardwalk & Downtown! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2500 square feet

Unwind and savor in this single family 5 bedroom/5 bathroom home in the heart of Carolina Beach. View the city lights, fireworks and ocean breezes in the evening from your own balcony. Great layout for friends, families and/or multi-generational gatherings with private space and cavernous group gathering areas. Hot tub, outdoor shower, picnic table, charcoal grille, seating and grassy yard for outdoor relaxation and play.
SLEEPS AND SEATS 14. Parking for up to 5 cars.
Main floor: Open kitchen, living and dining; 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and laundry. Well outfitted kitchen with dishes and cooking silverware, drink cooler, and island. Dining table seats 10; island bar seats 4. Flat panel Intelligent TV in Living room and BluRay DVD player and a cable package. Laundry room with washer/dryer and iron/ironing board. Covered front porch has a dining table set and lounge seating. Bedroom 1 has queen bed and a bunk bed (single over full), TV. Bedroom 2 has king bed and TV.
2nd floor: Bedroom 3 has a queen bed and door to balcony. Bedroom 4 has a king bed and door to balcony. Balcony offers conversation seating and is a gorgeous place to appreciate ocean vistas and fresh air or read. Bedroom 5 has double bed and twin bunk bed. The bedrooms surround a Loft sitting/gaming area with Intelligent TV, books and comfortable seating.
Ground level offers a huge, locked, guest storage to keep your items secure. Some beach chairs and toys available but condition and availability not guaranteed. Private rear yard is a grassy, partially fenced area. Hot tub, Charcoal grille, picnic table and adirondack seating included. Outdoor shower (hot and cold water) for washing off sand prior to entering the home. Please wash off sand before entering hot tub!
Bed linens and 14 sets of towels are supplied. Guest must make the beds.
The home is about 5-10 min. (.2 miles) walk to the beach, with very close paid parking available at the beach if you'd rather not walk. Located on a peaceful residential street it is an simple walk to most everything Carolina Beach offers.
When you are ready to discover, Shore Fun is an painless walk to downtown Carolina Beach and the board walk (less than a block). Carolina Beach offers eateries, shopping, a carnival Memorial Day to Labor Day, well known Britt's Donuts during the summer season and a vibrant nighttime life. Fort Fisher, the Aquarium, the ferry to Southport, the State Park and Cape Fear river are all a short drive, when you are ready to discover further. The gazebo has live music and bingo in the summer months. Fishing charter boats, nightly event cruises, pontoon boats and paddle boards are available.

Within a 20 min. drive to downtown Wilmington and Front Street, museums, and more to see and do!

No Smoking and no Family Animals, please. Parking accommodates 5 cars; do not park on the grass, please. A 3 day minimum stay is required in off season; 7 day (Sunday to Sunday) stay July - mid August. Weekly discount except during high season.
Greatly reduced price for month of January and February. Contact me for details!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best rental home experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• Reserve your rental property in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Booking your vacation rental up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a discount.
• Property managers frequently offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides contain discounts for local shops and restaurants.

Finding the best rental home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Select a group lead, select your vacation week, and choose a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. 5BR 5BA w/ Hot Tub, ample Parking, 2 Blocks from Beach, Boardwalk & Downtown! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, call the property management company before you book your home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Is your group looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Pet fees or might be applied to your invoice.

Tips for a smooth stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• Note any issues with the property at check in, and immediately send them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few difficulties.
• Respect the neighborhood. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental property while you are gone! Don't let burglars spoil your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the property to confirm you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a great vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.