Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Check out "Henson - Lower" (lower level) located in the historic McCabe-Lancaster House, a classic beach bungalow with an open floor plan and nostalgic appeal. The property is across the street from the ocean, and just steps away from the beach access with a lifeguard stand.

Both levels of this bungalow may be rented individually or as an entire home. "Henson - Lower" is the first floor and features a ramp entry, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, enormous kitchen, living and dining area. "Henson - Upper" is the second level and also features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a huge kitchen and living and dining areas.

In the lower unit, the primary bedroom has a Queen bed and private bath. The additional two bedrooms feature a Full bed and a one with two Twin beds. The Full couch bed is located in the living room.

Upper and lower levels are both accessed from outside. Each floor has a sizable open porch with swing, rockers, table and chairs. There is an outdoor shower shared for both units and a designated golf cart parking and charging station with room for two carts. Upon request a portable crib and high chair can be made available.

Come experience beach living the way it used to be, you'll be glad that you did!. Simple, efficient, and close to the sand and water. Lovingly maintained with great respect to it's history while also keeping it relevant for today's more discriminating guests, this home is made for making marvelous memories with your family. This is a non-smoking unit. No family pets allowed.

Occupancy: 8
Stay Restrictions: Saturday/Saturday rental in Summer. Minimum three nighttime stay other seasons.
Renter Requirements: Renters must be a minimum of 25 years old. Groups of unrelated occupants that do not reside in the same primary residence must be 30 years old.
Linens Configuration: 1 Queen, 1 Full, 2 Twins, 1 Couch Bed
Parking: Parking behind home for three cars
Pet Policy: Family Animals are NOT allowed.
Prohibited: Smoking. Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Conveniences: Enclosed Outdoor Shower, Just across the Street from Beach, Historic home with loads of charm.
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 “C062 – Henson-Lower” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to find the best Wrightsville Beach vacation rental experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• Booking in the Fall or Spring is our best tip for saving money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides contain discounts for nearby attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Selecting the perfect vacation rental in Carolina Beach:

• Start by choosing your trip dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your family needs. Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the host before booking the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You will need to work out what configuration is right for your vacation family.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about pets before booking.

Tips to have a fantastic stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your smartphone.
• Make a record of any issues with the property during check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of difficulties.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great beaches and attractions you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Double-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good reviews to inspire more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.