Spacious 4BR Duplex with a Pool! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Savor this roomy unit just a short walk to the ocean when you stay at "Southern Swordfish".

This four bedroom, three bath duplex has everything you need for a memorable beach vacation. The primary suite on the third floor has a Queen bed, private bath with Jacuzzi tub and private deck area with partial vistas of the Atlantic. There is an additional bedroom with private bath also located on this floor with 2 Twin beds, ideal for the kids!

The main level has a well-equipped kitchen with granite counter-tops, a combination living and dining room that leads out to your private deck overlooking the pool, and a huge flat screen HDTV with Direct TV. This home has WiFi via ATT, and Roku's at the TV's for entertainment.

The first floor has a street side bedroom with one Full and one Twin bed and an additional bedroom with a Queen bed and private deck. It's just a short 3 blocks over to the beach.

"Southern Swordfish" shares a fenced in pool with the duplex. For bigger family groups that would like to be close to one another please ask about renting the adjoining unit, "Hooked on Swordfish", for a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms!

While visiting in Carolina Beach, be sure to check out the Boardwalk area, where you will find stores, eateries and the summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music. Watch the fishermen come in with the catch of the day at the marina or dine out with the family. Only a few miles south to the Ft. Fisher Historic Museum, the Civil War battleground and the NC Aquarium. Make plans to visit Carolina Beach today and stay at "Southern Swordfish"!

*Please keep in mind that if you are renting a property with a pool during the off-season, it may not be open or available. Pools are usually open from mid- May to September, but dates can vary based on weather, permits, HOA guidelines, inspections, improvements, and unforeseen events. For more detailed information on specific pools, please feel complimentary to contact our office.

Occupancy 9: Fri/Fri rental in Summer. Min two nighttime stay other seasons.
Linens Recap: 2 Queens, 1 Full, 3 Twins
Parking: Parking for three cars - one under carport, two driveway
Prohibited: Smoking, Family Animals

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C043 – Southern Swordfish” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Wrightsville Beach rental home tips and tricks:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• Summer is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach vacation home in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. 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.
• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver 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 a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guide magazines contain deals for nearby accommodations and attractions.

How to pick the perfect vacation home in Carolina Beach:

• To start, have your group commit to the best dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration you need. Spacious 4BR Duplex with a Pool! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. If they are not listed, call the property manager before reserving the property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to establish what configuration is right for your vacation.
• Does your group require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Extra fees or charges might be applied to your invoice.

More considerations:

• Get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home.
• To make certain damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas when you arrive. Make contact with the rental manager right away to record any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to see a beautiful sunrise or sunset, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• On check-out day, take a final walk-through to confirm you did not leave anything behind. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a great stay? Most rental managers make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.