Sea-renity at Driftwood Villas - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment
• Approximately 754 square feet

Unique 1 Bedroom Condo with a hide-a-bed in the living area! Full kitchen for meal prep. Private pool area, full bath plus a half with a cozy vanity area. Free central parking for 1 car. Wifi/Intelligent TV, plus all the amenities of "home"! Centrally located (2 blocks from the ocean) yet tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the boardwalk, your stay is going to be calming and peaceful with every need for a striking vacation included for!

One bedroom condo with a very comfortable hide-a-bed in the living room plus a entirely supplied kitchen & a full bath & a half with vanity. No W/D in Unit but near a laundry mat.

Full access to the entire condo!

MK & Spencer are available 24/7 and typically on the island or 20 mins away from the condo. Please text when able.

Fat Pelicans & Britts Donuts (local Carolina Beach icons), Tony Silvagni's surfing school, paddle boarding, and recreational units/umbrellas. Malama Cafe, Fork & Cork, Havanas, Nikkis Sushi, El Cazador Mexican, Ida Thai, Kates Pancakes, Lake park Steak House, The Deckhouse, Crush & Grind coffee/wine bar, Hurricane Alleys, The Pitt, Carolina Smokehouse, Stoked at the Marina, countless options on the island!

Parking is right next to or under the building. Ride, walk, or drive to tons of eateries and stores. The beach is a block away! There is one parking pass for one car. There is an additional public/pay parking along Hamlet.

Parking pass is required to park in the Driftwood parking area, predatory towing is in effect in the busy season, 1 pass is supplied & public parking is on the street.
PLEASE download the Airbnb app on your phone BEFORE you leave for your trip so you have fast access to ALL check-in instructions, access codes, WiFi info, your home manual & guidebook. All pertinent information is emailed to you the day before check-in by AirBnB to the address you supplied. Check your spam/trash folder. If you need help accessing this info or have a question please keep ALL communication via the Airbnb app - this is what they prefer we do. Telephone Spencer for any emergencies at 919-438-6931.

OR if you prefer, PRINT the check-in, code access & info. PLEASE DO NOT arrive and go straight to the Office/Lobby, the building manager is for owners & building maintenance ONLY and is not in place to assist short-term rental guests.
*This is NOT a pet-friendly unit!
No golf carts allowed per HOA
Please treat our place like it is your own
Leave shoes at the door to reduce the amount of sand in the unit
No towels or clothing over balconies (outside furnishings ok)
Please do not feed birds off the balcony
Please follow check-in & check-out procedures closely
Please do not boost the thermostat more than 1-2 degrees at a time
Please do not wash off make-up on towels/washcloths; only disposable wipes
Please do NOT put extremely sandy clothing or towels in the washer or dryer
It is prohibitive to allow kids on the balcony without adult supervision at ALL TIMES!
Most importantly have fun but stay safe! CALL for emergencies, otherwise please text!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this apartment is near the beach. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the very best vacation home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• To get the most suitable rental home for your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at Wrightsville Beach restaurants, beaches, and activities. 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 family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Remember to ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership 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.

Planning, picking, and booking your prefect Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• First, have your group agree to trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Sea-renity at Driftwood Villas has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to work out what is right for your family.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others don't. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the property management company about your furry family members before booking.
• Does your group require specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you are out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• To make certain damages are not linked to your visit, inspect for any problem areas upon your arrival. message the host right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to make sure you did not forget anything. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to compel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.