• As low as $430/Night
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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General Features

  • Books
  • Games
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 64 stairs to reach property
  • Air conditioning
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blender
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • English
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Highchair
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • No elevators
  • No pets allowed
  • Onsite parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Soap
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Travel crib
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Water sports equipment

About this Property

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Condo

Savor this ideal oceanfront location on Carolina Beach! Aw Shucks (formerly known as Once Upon a Tide) is only steps from the sand, Boardwalk, CB Lake, eateries/bars, and stores. Delightfully remodeled and clean, Aw Shucks is maintained with tons of attention to detail & comfort. It combines modern amenities with beach-chic appeal. Whether appreciating a girls' hideaway, family vacation, or a charming escape for two, walk to everything Carolina Beach has to offer and fall asleep to the sounds of the ocean.
Aw Shucks is the ideal location to savor many of the activities found Carolina Beach. Guests can park their cars - two reserved spaces come with your reservation - and walk to the many eateries, carnival rides, gift stores and activities found on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. The property is also a fast walk away from the eateries in Carolina Beach proper such as The Shuckin Shack, Pop's Diner, Havana's, The Sandspur and Squigley's Ice Cream and Treats. And of course, Aw Shucks is located on a impressive beach strand of the Atlantic Ocean. This location provides spectacular ocean vistas from the main gathering areas as well as the master bedroom. Beach chairs, body boards and sand toys are included for guests' use during their stay.
Aw Shucks features two cavernous bedrooms -- a master bedroom with a queen bed, ocean vistas and an attached full bathroom. The master bathroom has a sizable shower; towels, soaps, and a hair dryer are available for guests. The second bedroom has a full bed and a twin bed. It is steps from the hall bathroom which has a shower/tub combination. The main gathering space has a queen sleeper couch for additional sleeping space.
Aw Shucks has a full kitchen and dining area with seating for four at the table and additional seating at the kitchen island and on the balcony. There is an electric stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator in the unit. A Keurig coffee maker as well as a standard coffee maker are also available. The kitchen is supplied with dinnerware, pots, pans, glassware and silverware for adults and kids.
There are intelligent TVs in the main gathering space and in each bedroom. There are a variety of games, puzzles and reading materials available to guests.
Full linen service is supplied with each stay. This means that all beds-except for the pullout couch -will be made when you arrive. Bath towels, wash cloths, hand towels, bath mats, and kitchen towels are part of this service as well. Aw Shucks has hand soap, bar soap, shampoo, dishwashing liquid, diswasher pods, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, paper napkins, paper towels, toilet paper and a fresh sponge in the unit when you arrive. A few less things to pack!
Island residents, we are available to answer your questions at any point before or during your stay. We would appreciate to have you as our guests at Aw Shucks!

About the Area

This condo is located in Carolina Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Wrightsville Beach rental home booking tips and tricks:

Finding your best deal:

  • The earlier you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
  • Book your Wrightsville Beach vacation home in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
  • Some property management companies offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
  • Property management companies frequently offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
  • Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guides have deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Make a plan and choose the perfectvacation home:

  • Choose dates and budget.
  • Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Aw Shucks Oceanfront 2 BD\/2BA Condo, Safe, Clean, Close to CB Boardwalk has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  • Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, reach out to the property management company before booking your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
  • If your group is bringing pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Note that some hosts charge additional pet fees.
  • Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
  • Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Advice for a great stay:

  • Add the host's phone number to your phone. Print and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
  • Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
  • Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would back home.
  • Document any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be helpful if damages are assessed.
  • Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent source for finding the best local attractions.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
  • Re-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
  • Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to drive new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best rental home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.

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