Oceanview, Central Location, Easy Beach Access - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1177 square feet

Retreat to the crow’s nest or relax on the second-floor balcony of “Salty Sea Turtle”; gaze out over an iconic oceanside town, pristine beaches, and shimmering blue Atlantic ocean. The salty breeze is scented with honeysuckle, wisteria, and Carolina jessamine. Fresh air and the sounds of the surf will lower your blood pressure and help you to readjust your internal clock to “island time”!

This roomy, opulent, yet comfortably casual, family-friendly 3br/3ba oceanside condo has an ideal central location between Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. It’s just a 3-min. (0.2-mile walk) to beach access and the vintage Carolina Beach boardwalk so rich with nostalgia and appeal! There’s a reason this dreamy, postcard-ideal vacation destination was historically known as “Pleasure Island”!

Living:
The bright, coastal-style living room has pale blue walls the color of ocean mist, white trim and crown molding, wood floors, an oversize sectional couch, and a enormous bean bag chair, gorgeously arranged around a coffee table and wall-mounted SmartTV with cable and Roku.
The living room has muted colors of driftwood, seagrass, sky blue, and ocean blue. Above the couch hangs a sizable painting of sea turtles; an eye-catching piece of fine art that honors the namesake of this property “Salty Sea Turtle”.
Appreciate simple conversation, cozying up with a book, or kicking back to stream your favorite shows or movies here. Envision gathering for family game nights or reading bedtime stories on this comfortable couch.
Sliding glass doors from the living room open out to the deck and allow for plenty of natural light. A ceiling fan circulates fresh air throughout the living area.
Kitchen/Dining:
The open-concept design of the kitchen/living/dining area makes for painless entertaining. The completely-equipped kitchen has crisp white cabinets, cavernous white quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances including a French door refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, an electric range and oven, a microwave, a double basin sink, and a dishwasher. A Keurig and drip coffee maker are both supplied, as well as a blender, toaster, and chef’s caliber sharp cutlery.
The kitchen peninsula has counter space as well as a beautiful bar top with upholstered stool seating for four. A great spot to sip your morning coffee or freshly squeezed citrus juice! This breakfast bar seating makes the kitchen space much more social and fun! Guests can join the chef for a beverage or conversation during meal prep.
If the weather is nice, you may also choose to dine al fresco, on the covered deck, which offers a patio dining table with seating for four.
Bedrooms & Baths:
This condo features three bedrooms and three full baths. Savor cozy wall-to-wall carpeting in every bedroom, as well as silent ceiling fans and SmartTVs. Each bed offers a luxury bed and premium linens for a restful nighttime’s sleep. We also provide 7 bath towel sets, and hairdryers.

On the main living area (2nd floor), just off the kitchen, bedroom #1 has a twin XL over queen bed. This bedroom has wall-to-wall carpeting, a closet, and access to a hallway full bathroom with a pedestal sink and tub/shower combo. On the main (2nd) floor, just off the kitchen area, there is also a laundry closet with a convenient stackable washer and dryer, as well as an iron & ironing board. Ideal for special occasion nighttime out!
The primary bedroom (on the 3rd floor) has one Queen size bed, chic matching nightstands, reading lamps, a bureau, a closet, and an ensuite bathroom offering a extravagant tub/shower combo with a rain shower head and shower wand.
Sliding glass doors from the primary bedroom open out to the calming balcony/covered veranda with dazzling vistas of the Atlantic. There’s chic patio furnishings with seating for two on this veranda, ideal for a morning cup of coffee. An exterior spiral staircase leads from this balcony to the crow's nest, with an open deck and seating area. Finest of all is the glorious 360-degree vistas of the pastel oceanside town and ocean vistas. This is an idyllic spot to experience sunrises and sunsets.
Bedroom #3, (also on the 3rd floor) has one Queen bed and access to a hallway full bathroom.

Bedroom Overview:
Bedroom #1: Main/2nd Floor - Twin XL over Queen (sleeps 3)
Primary Suite: Third Floor - 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2)
Bedroom #3: Third Floor - 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2)

Outdoor Conveniences:

Outdoor amenities are a highlight of this property! The ground/first-floor level features a carport with covered parking for two cars and a golf cart, as well as a deck with an alfresco dining area, a courtyard area, and a storage area with beach chairs, Bocce ball, sand toys, a beach cart; corn hole, etc.

Set up yard games in the backyard, or even in the carport on a rainy day. The carport is lit with Edison bulb string lights, which make the space more beachy and festive. There’s a hot/cold outdoor shower just off the carport. Painless to rinse off the salt and sand after a day at the beach!

There’s a covered deck with an alfresco dining table off the main living space on the second floor. Prepare some lobster rolls, seafood tacos, corn on the cob, potato salad or farmer’s market fresh summertime fuit salad. Add a bowl of chips, homemade guacamole, an icy pitcher of margaritas, and glasses garshished with salt and lime. Serve up a gourmet meal alfresco in the sea breeze!

The very best conveniences is the beach, which is just a 3-min. stroll from your door. Carolina Beach is famed for its vintage boardwalk and nostalgic oceanside charm!


Neighborhood:

The combination of the coastal setting, ocean vistas, beach access, luxurious amenities plus convenience to the iconic “enjoyment island” oceanside boardwalk is the essence of this home. Give your family the carefree, oceanside vacation from your own childhood memories. Boasting wide, white, gently sloping beaches and calm waters, Carolina Beach has been a prized destination for generations of visitors.

The “Salty Sea Turtle” is located in an ideal, central location between Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. This area has been historically voted as one of the most family-friendly oceanside vacation destinations on the East Coast! Park your car and discover the striking neighborhoods by foot, bicycle or golf cart.

Walk to seafood eateries, ice cream parlors, tiki bars, BBQ joints, pretzel stands, legendary glazed donut stores, stores, boardwalk, and grocery markets. Nearby are boat units, sunset cruises, fishing charters, as well as jet ski, bicycle, paddleboard, surfboard, scooter, and kayak units.

There is plenty to do here. The eateries are great! There’s even a brewery with a beer garden. Summer season features outdoor concerts, fireworks displays, and outdoor movies at Carolina Beach Lake Park. Check out annual events such as seasonal fishing tournaments, the famed Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival, the Carolina Beach Music Festival, or the annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off.

Kids (and kids at heart!) will adore the skate park, disc golf course, family-friendly beach arcade full of classic arcade games, and the amusement park area with rides. There are plenty of bicycle trails. This friendly, oceanside community is a safe area for kids and teens to discover on bicycles, scooters, skateboards, etc.

Serious about catching fish? Consider chartering a private fishing boat from one of the area’s licensed captains (it is often said they know where the fish are!) Carolina Beach is the basin for off-shore fishing charters.

Just seven mins. south of Carolina Beach is Kure Beach, a quieter, less developed area full of maritime forest hiking trails, nature and birding sanctuaries, and pretty pristine beaches ideal for shelling. Kure Beach Fishing Pier is one of the oldest piers on the east coast. You can fish right off the pier! The North Carolina Aquarium and Fort Fisher Historic Park are both located in Kure Beach. Visitors who crave a little off-road adventure should check out Freeman Park, a 4wd-friendly beach area.

Wilmington and N. Myrtle Beach are the closest cities to Carolina Beach, for those craving more cosmopolitan activities.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the 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. Kayaking, water skiing, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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

Strategies to get the very best Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Booking your Wrightsville Beach vacation home in the Fall or Spring is one of our best tips for saving money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitors guides which often include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Finding the best vacation home:

• Begin by choosing your vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Oceanview, Central Location, Easy Beach Access has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property management company before reserving the home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Is your group looking for unique amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find your ideal rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Request information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge additional pet fees.

Tips for a fantastic stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Record any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are beneficial if a dispute is filed.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a excellent stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect 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 feedback.