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Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

Waterfront Deck, Mini-Golf, Sunset View,...
5.0
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-Renovated October 2022!-Mini-Golf putting green-Pretty waterfront and sunset view-Kayak and fish from the back yard-400 steps to beach access-Less busy West end of the island!-5 bedrooms 7 beds (3 king, 1 queen, full/twin, and queen pullout...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Heather Leigh: Dog-friendly, Central, Oc...
4.4
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3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms2 Queens | 1 DoubleCentrally located on Oak Island, Heather Leigh is convenient to local activities, stores and eateries, as well as the bridge leading to historic Southport and its many stores and historic points of...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The 7 Best Fishing & Beach Carts for 2025

For families travelling to the beach, or fishermen carrying tackle/coolers, a beach cart can be the best purchase of your vacation. These carts feature extra-wide wheels to move across soft sand, even when loaded. Carts are often built for specific...

Peaceful Pelican: 4BR, 2BA, Sleeps 8 - S...

Come make some memories at this cavernous, family-friendly home! This 4 bedroom/2 bath home is located mid-island in the welcoming wooded area of Oak Island.It's just a short walk / bicycle ride / golf cart ride to the beach and 1 block to the...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Wrightsville Beach Park

The sunny Wrightsville Beach Park, conveniently located in the heart of town, is a fantastic destination for an outdoor adventure that doesn't necessarily entail a trip to the beach. Adjacent to the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation's main...

The 10 Best Beach Canopies & Umbrellas for 2025

Beach canopies and umbrellas create shade, lower ambient temperatures and block UV rays on hot, sunny Summer days. Sitting under the canopy of a quality beach umbrella can make the difference between comfort and sweltering. When choosing an...

Salt, Sand and Sudds - Lovely home with ...
4.3
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PRIVATE POOL! Sensational vistas of the ocean as well as the ICW can be seen from the porches of this island home! Very well-maintained inverted home on peaceful street off the boulevard. Five bedrooms with 3 full baths and 2 half baths allow for...

  • Holden Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
Oak Island, NC Vacation Guide

Visitors will find an easy-to-get-to beach paradise at Oak Island, an expansive but peaceful retreat that's located an easy drive away from Wilmington, Southport, and other inland North Carolina communities. Both the main town and the island itself...

Downtown Southport, NC

Southport's downtown is a genuinely unique destination that combines all the charms of a laid-back coastal village with historic southern architecture and style. The end result is a collection of restaurants, museums, shops and services with a flair...

Cozy Cottage with Maritime forest views,...
4.6
(28)

BEST FEATURES!Community Pool! Great sunroom and screened in porch 2 Golf Carts! Recently refreshed Come savor the serenity of our bungalow! It is tucked in the maritime forest with tons of privacy but convenient to all the islands amenities. Our...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Southport Educational Activities

Established in the 1700s, and boasting a landscape of unique coastal ecosystems, Southport is a prime destination to learn about the history, environment, and culture of the scenic Brunswick region. From unique museums and monuments, to outdoor...

Bald Head Island

Bald Head Island, a roughly 5 square mile southern North Carolina barrier island that extends into the Atlantic Ocean, may be a small and secluded island destination, but it makes up for its size with a world of exclusive and elite vacation style.

Newly Built 2022 Sunlit 4 Bedroom 3 1/2 ...

HIGHLIGHTS:"Bald Head Island Hideaway" Custom Constructed 2022 4 BR 3.5 Bath Home Sleeps 12 K Master, K and Constructed in Double Bed, King, Double with Double Trundle BHI CLUB *2 golf carts 1 Four Passenger and 1 Six PassengerFull Linen Service TV...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...

Southport, NC Rainy Day Activities

One of the great aspects about a cultured and unique destination like Southport is that the occasional rainy day never puts a damper on the fun. The town is brimming with unique attractions, shops, and activities that are perfect to enjoy on a rainy...

Oak Island Diamond: Spacious Oceanview D...

4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms2 Kings | 1 Queen | 2 Twins This vacation rental welcomes up to 2 dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.Five TV's (42" HD LCD TV in the living room) with extended cable, DVD/VHS player, phone...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Scenic 3-bedroom apartment with WiFi, AC...

Unwind in Oak Island at this unique apartment occupying the entire second floor of a pretty Oak Island home, Clara Vista. Located on a wooded lot with impressive shrubbery, you can appreciate the tranquility of a private getaway, yet still be only a...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Southport, NC History

The lower Cape Fear region was explored in the 1521 and again in 1526 by the Spanish. They chose to move on, due to poor soil and lack of adequate fresh water supplies.

Southport, NC Activities for Kids

When it comes to activities for kids, Southport is a veritable playground. Stocked with unique public parks, a collection of shops, and ample places to explore, there’s no shortage of adventures waiting for visitors of all ages and interests...

Beachfront 7 BR/5.5 BA Oceanfront Home w...
3.8
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Paradis Marin - 7 bedroom, 5 1/2 bathroom, Sleeps 20"Paradis Marin"-Ocean front 7 bedroom, 5 1/2 baths-newly constructed home. Private swimming pool on first floor deck, enormous family area connects ocean access and swimming pool area, inverted...

  • Oak Island
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
Southport, NC Boating Guide

With a location on the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway, the Cape Fear River, the Elizabeth River, and even the Atlantic Ocean, Southport is a paradise for mariners. The town and the surrounding area is stocked with unique shops, restaurants, and...

Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns...

Cozy beach condo steps from the ocean

Unwind with your family or a few friends at this ideal little beach condo!One bedroom loft condo with one queen bed as well as single and full pull out couch bed. Access to 3 swimming pools (one is ocean front), tennis courts and dock with...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Oak Island Lighthouse

The Oak Island Lighthouse and Coast Guard station have a long history together, and the tall lighthouse tower stands as a welcoming beacon to visitors who head to these picturesque shores. As the newest lighthouse in North Carolina, the distinctive...

The eastern tip of Oak Island is figuratively guarded by the long abandoned Fort Caswell, a centuries old but still relatively intact structure that originally encompassed a huge portion of the island. Today, the structure is a landmark within the...