Close to beach and tiki bar! Linens included! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1575 square feet

We have freshly upgraded our wifi which has eliminated "dead spots" so everybody in the group will have fast internet access! We have also added a new leather reclining appreciate seat to relax in.

This property is a bright, 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1st-floor home with an open floor plan and 2 decks, and is located only 1 street back from the beach on calming Bowfin Lane. The North Carolina Street public beach access is only a short 2-min. walk from the driveway. All furnishings is new as of July 2020. There is enough room for ~8 people with a King master bedroom, a Queen second bedroom, and a third bedroom featuring 1 Full and 1 Twin bed - additional sleeping is available with the pull-out Queen couch bed. The huge main deck has ample seating for everybody, with a smaller deck located off of the master bedroom.

The open, entirely-furnished kitchen includes granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and all typical prepare ware/silverware/cups and plates. The enormous dining area has seating for up to 9. The cavernous living room area is ideal for calming after a long day at the beach. Spectrum cable TV is supplied, and you may also log in to your Netflix/Hulu/Prime video accounts from any TV in the home.


Outside, there is parking for up to 5 cars. There is additional space below the home and in the backyard to relax. There is also an outdoor spray station for your beach gear, and an enclosed shower to get the sand off. We have a grille and beach chairs/toys in our storage unit for your use.

This rental is located in close proximity to the beach, Ocean Grille and Tiki Bar, Granny's Kitchen, Vinny's Pizza, and Fun Time Ice Cream. Head north a few blocks closer to downtown Carolina Beach, and you'll find the boardwalk area with eateries, bars, amusement park rides, and even the famed Britt's Doughnut shop. The town typically offers fireworks and complimentary outdoor movies on Friday nights during the summer time, or you may even see a Netflix production being filmed! A few miles to the south is the town of Kure Beach, which features a great fishing pier, superb dining options, and a great playground with a disc golf course. Fort Fisher is located just south of Kure; the live oaks near the fort are the ideal place to watch the sunset and the NC Aquarium is not to be missed! There is also a ferry past the aquarium where you can take a 30-min. boat ride to the town of Southport, home of many historical sites and films (eg, I Know What You Did Last Summer).

Linens are included: We supply towels, wash clothes and beach towels. The bedrooms all have their own blankets, pillows and sheets supplied. (1 set per room) This is a giant savings from what most linen companies charge and you'll appreciate the move in ready convenience we offer.

No family pets allowed. Please note that our home has two units. We are unit 1 and have the entire first floor. The upper-level Unit 2 is separate.

Check in is at 4:00 pm on the day of arrival and and check out is at 10:00 am on the day of departure. Each guest will receive a unique code for the keypad lock that is good for the duration of your stay.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home 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. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: We love pets, but do not allow them.

Tricks and tips to get the optimal rental home experience:

When to visit & When to book:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Wrightsville Beach area. Booking your vacation rental in Fall or Spring months is our favorite way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable homes.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain coupons for local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Narrow your Search:

• First, have your family select date ranges and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Close to beach and tiki bar! Linens included! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property owner before booking your rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out what configuration is right for your trip.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs applied to your invoice.

More tips for your visit:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental.
• During check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many issues.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you're out. Keep your property safe!
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.