Blue Crab Bay- luxury 5 bedrm house, steps from beach, ocean views, EV charger! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3371 square feet

Blue Crab Bay is a opulent second row, entirely detached home located conveniently between Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. This location offers guests fast access to the Boardwalk and all of the fun that Carolina Beach offers, including stores, ice cream, arcade and Thursday nighttime fireworks in the summer. For those who appreciate a quieter beach trip, the calm serenity of Kure Beach is is available just to the south, where you can walk the Kure Beach Pier, visit Fort Fisher for a beautiful sunset or savor the aquarium.

Our home comfortably hosts 14 people featuring 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, a sizable open living space on the top floor and 4 decks - providing the ideal space for friends and family to gather or to find a peaceful space for relaxation. We are a 1 min. walk to the sand with the Alabama Ave beach access (a favorite of local surfers!) directly across the street.

On the top (third) floor, the home features an broad open floor plan blending the kitchen, dining space, family room, huge deck and powder room to create a ideal gathering space for friends and family.

The completely equipped gourmet kitchen features high end appliances, a gas cooktop, double oven, coffee maker and all the essentials. A huge island with 4 bar stools offers a ideal social space, combined with the dining table featuring seating for 8 offers ample inside dining space.

The kitchen overlooks the serene coastal family room featuring a sectional couch, sizable flat screen Roku TV, modren gas fireplace and wet bar with wine and drink refrigerator. The glass sliding doors push open to reveal a enormous deck where you can soak in the ocean vistas, listen to the waves and savor your coffee or drinks from the colorful high top dining table or comfortable lounge space. This is coastal living at its best!

The remainder of the top floor features a powder room, a bunk room with a full size bottom bed, twin size top bunk and twin size trundle bed. Across the hall is the first of four master suites in the home featuring a king size bed, private ensuite bathroom and ample closet space.

On the second floor, this home features three more beautiful master suites each featuring a king size bed, private en suite, Roku TV, and calming coastal decor, ideal to getaway to after a day at the beach. The primary master suite contains a elegant, extravagant ensuite with double sinks, complimentary standing bath tub, large glass shower and its own private deck facing the ocean. This is a true master getaway! The second floor is rounded out with a full size laundry room containing washer, dryer, iron and ironing board - ideal to accomodate multiple families on vacation.

The first floor of the home features a cozy, fun lounge space with a queen size sleeper couch, Roku TV,  and full bathroom with shower. For your entertainment, you will find Golden Tee and PacMan arcade games, as well as a foosball table and an array of boardgames to enjoy. 

The lounge space leads to the fully fenced in backyard where you can enjoy backyard games such as corn hole, giant Jenga or giant Connect Four while grilling out after a day of beach fun.

We've got your beach needs covered by providing beach towels, beach chairs, umbrella, and beach wagon so that all you have to do is show up and enjoy a day at the beach! For our young guests, we provide a pack 'n play and sand toys.

Please Note:

Each reservation includes linens - bed sheets, blankets, bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, make up towels, beach towels, dish towels. Additionally, laundry, bathroom, and kitchen "starter packs" are included and each bathroom offers travel size shampoo, conditioner, soap and lotion.

The home contains a modest elevator reaching all three floors for those with accessibility concerns. Ample parking is available on the double driveway, where 6 cars can effortlessly and safely park. Covered parking in the car port is available for two cars.

An EV charger available for use at the rate of $50/week, or $10 a day for stays less than 7 days long. EVIQO level 2 charger, 48 amp equipped with SAE J1772 connector. Adapter needed for Tesla.

We are happy to be a dog friendly property. Two dogs under 50 pounds each are allowed with a $200 pet fee.

Our six seater forward facing golf cart is available as an additional rental upon inquiry.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Strategies to get the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the best rental home within budget, we suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at Wrightsville Beach restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Property management companies sometimes offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies often offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guide magazines have discounts for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Selecting and booking your prefect Wrightsville Beach rental:

• Choose a group leader, select your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Blue Crab Bay- luxury 5 bedrm house, steps from beach, ocean views, EV charger! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before reserving the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what bed configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the owner about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? If so, use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental

Additional considerations:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent a lot of problems.
• Lock your rental while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Upon check-in, note any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great source for finding the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to make sure you've collected everything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the property manager is not available, remember to take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Most rental managers make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property management company was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.