Terrapin Station - Ocean Views; 5-Min Walk to Beach; Large Yard w\/ Grill - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2300 square feet

Welcome to your Carolina Beach (aka, "Pleasure Island") hideaway, where the sound of waves, ocean breezes, and thoughtfully designed spaces create the ideal backdrop for your vacation. Just a 5-min. walk to the ocean, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is ideal for families and groups looking to appreciate sun-filled beach days and casual coastal evenings.

Start your morning with coffee on the top deck, where ocean vistas stretch toward the horizon. Spend afternoons grilling fresh seafood in the roomy backyard, with plenty of room for dining and games. After a day in the sun, relax on the screened porch, a relaxing getaway for an evening beverage or a peaceful moment with a book.

Inside, the open-concept layout makes gathering painless, whether you're cooking in the completely equipped kitchen, playing board games in the living room, or sharing a meal around the dining table. When it’s time to rest, the primary suites offer private escapes—one with a deep soaking tub for the ultimate relaxation.

Living Room
As you step inside, you’re welcomed into a bright and airy living space designed for connection and comfort. The comfortable, sectional couch invites you to lay back and relax after a day at the beach, whether you’re streaming a movie on the huge intelligent TV, listening to your favorite music using our XM Radio stereo receiver, or playing one of the many board games available for a comfortable nighttime in. Natural light fills the space, and simple access to the outdoor decks lets you seamlessly transition between indoor calming and fresh ocean air.

Kitchen and Dining
Cooking here is a enjoyment, with a entirely outfitted gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, beautiful concrete counters, a charming wood island, and all the essentials you need to prepare everything from fast breakfasts to family feasts. The dining table and stools at the wood island provide the ideal space to gather for homemade meals or takeout from one of Carolina Beach’s many local eateries. The open layout keeps everybody connected, and when the weather is just right, take your meal out to the screened porch and dine al fresco.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Each bedroom is designed with rest and relaxation in mind, ensuring that everybody in your group has a peaceful place to getaway.

Primary Suite #1:
(Second Floor Primary BR/BA): A private escape with a super cozy king bed, an en-suite spa-like bathroom with dual showers, and a deep soaking tub—the ideal way to relax after a long day in the sun. This suite has direct access to the second floor balcony, which provides a view of the ocean as well as the bustling main street of Ocean Boulevard!

Guest Suite #2:
A cozy Queen bedroom with a view of the broad, grassy backyard area. This bedroom shares a Jack & Jill bathroom with Guest BR #3.

Guest Suite #3:
A fun and comfortable Queen bedroom, also connected to the Jack & Jill bathroom, making it ideal for kids or friends traveling together. This room has direct access to the second floor balcony, which offers a view of the ocean as well as the bustling main street of Ocean Boulevard!

Primary Bedroom #4:
(First Floor Primary BR/BA): Another cavernous primary suite with 2 Queen Beds, an en-suite bathroom and direct access to the first floor deck, where you can savor reading a book, people-watching and salty breezes.

Extra Bathroom:
A half-bath on the main floor, off of the kitchen, provides additional convenience for your group.

Outdoor Spaces:
Step outside and find plenty of spaces to soak up the fresh air and coastal appeal.

The top, upper deck (accessible from 2nd floor primary suite or Guest BR #3) offers an ocean view making it the ideal spot for your morning coffee or sunset drinks.

The spacious, grassy backyard is ideal for family cookouts, with a enormous picnic table (not pictured) and gas grille ready for your fresh seafood feast. The outdoor patio offers fully fenced-in space for kids to play hopscotch, tag, and other outdoor games (multiple supplied). And after a long day at the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower before heading inside. If you’re looking for a peaceful moment, the backyard screened porch offers a shaded, breezy getaway, where you can sip a glass of wine, enjoy bird watching while eating a meal, or dive into a great beach-read—and the 4 stacks of bookshelves in the living room provide you with all the reading material you could possibly want! Whether you're spending time together or appreciating a peaceful escape, this home’s outdoor spaces are designed to make the most of your beachside stay.

Where You'll Be:
* Carolina Beach, NC – aka “Pleasure Island”
Located in the heart of Carolina Beach, this home puts you in the ideal spot to enjoy everything "island life" has to offer.
* 5-min. walk to the beach via the new wide pedestrian-friendly sidewalk
* 3-min. walk to Mike Chapelle Park, featuring a playground, skate park, pickleball courts & baseball fields
* 5-min. drive to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, where you’ll find carnival rides, live music, and the famed Britt’s Donuts
* 7-min. drive to Carolina Beach State Park, a haven for hiking, kayaking, and wildlife spotting
* 10-min. drive to Fort Fisher Aquarium, a must-visit for families

Want to discover without a car? Rent a golf cart and cruise around the island with ease! Discounts with local golf cart rental companies available. Information about this will be in the guest book on the premises. You can also rent bicycles, surfboards, paddle boards, skim boards, wet suits

Guest Perks & Extras
* Charging receptacle for golf cart available at entry of home
* Fast Wi-Fi – Stay connected for work or play
* Ample parking – Space for up to 6 cars
* Full beach kit – Chairs, umbrella & sand toys supplied in outdoor shower area
* Intelligent locks & keyless check-in for a seamless arrival

Book Your Stay Today!
A prime location, spacious layout, and the ocean view make this home the ideal choice for your Carolina Beach vacation! Reserve your dates now and start planning your ideal coastal hideaway!

Other Details:
Linens included with units less than 21 nights.

Linens Information:
1 King, 4 Queens

Restrictions:
- Mail/ Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
- Non Smoking/Vaping - if evidence is found of smoking or vaping anywhere on the property, guests will incur an additional $200 charge for additional cleaning
- Firepit is decorative and not supplied in units
- No Animals - there is an automatic $250 penalty required if there is any evidence of a non-service animal being brought onto the premises and the pet will be required to immediately be removed, otherwise the reservation will be canceled without refund and all guests will be required to leave. Only certified Support Animals trained to perform tasks that help people with disabilities are allowed, but this requires proper paperwork of certification as a Disability Support Animal. This paperwork must be submitted to property manager and approved no less than 14 days prior to check-in date. If this paperwork is not included with at least 14 days' prior to check in, the property manager reserves the right to charge the pet fee or to decline or cancel the reservation.
- No events - if there is any evidence of a event, there is an automatic $200 fee for additional cleaning
- Property Manager is not responsible for maintenance for onsite Grille. Please read owner instructions located at the property carefully. If the gas tank is empty, it is the responsibility of the guest to refill.
- Inside fireplace is decorative only and not supplied in rental.
- Summer Season Saturday check-in only
- In the summer season (June 1 through August 30), a 7 nighttime minimum stay is required
- The max. number of people allowed on the premises and/or staying overnight is 10. If any more than 10 people are on the property at any given time, there is a fee of $50 per additional person, per day. If guests are caught attempting to sneak additional people (beyond 10) into the home, this may be grounds for immediate termination of stay with no refund.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach State Park, while Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights. Carolina Beach Boardwalk 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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies for getting the best Wrightsville Beach rental home experience:

When to book a Wrightsville Beach rental home & When to go:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in Carolina Beach. To get the best value, try changing your family's Wrightsville Beach trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are booked early. Booking your rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guide magazines which will include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Make a plan and choose the perfectvacation home:

• First and foremost, have your group select the best dates and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family requires. Terrapin Station - Ocean Views; 5-Min Walk to Beach; Large Yard w\/ Grill has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property management company before booking the rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction or event? Try a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Get information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property owners charge additional pet fees.

Have a fantastic stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Upon check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant visitors disrupting your home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually 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 fine dining?
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Re-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on good ratings to propel future bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.