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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 in Carolina Beach in the coastal Cape Fear region, Victory Beach Vacations has more than 100 vacation rentals in all shapes and sizes to ensure that every vacationing family can find their dream home away from home on the beach. When you book your Cape Fear getaway with Victory Beach Vacations, the fun doesn’t end when you leave the beach, it continues with an array of privately-owned properties outfitted with all of the amenities needed for a fabulous beach vacation. Jenna Lanier, General Manager, explains that her family first opened the rental and property management business in 2002. At the forefront of Victory Beach operations is Lanier’s mother, Caroline Meeks. Meeks is both the Broker in Charge and co-owner with husband, Buck Meeks, who manages the Field Services team with Lanier’s husband, Scott. For nearly 20 years, the Victory Beach team has worked tirelessly to establish a network of top-of-the-line rental properties for Cape Fear visitors to enjoy. “As far as our properties go,” explains Lanier, “they are all updated, well-furnished and appointed. “We have always performed post-cleaning inspections and since the pandemic, have put freshly laundered duvets over all of the comforters between rentals.” Lanier emphasizes how important the guests experience is “we strive to give our guests a relaxing, stress free, memorable vacation.” This emphasis on customer service has led to Victory Beach Vacations having a 4.8 Google rating with over 300 reviews by happy owners and guests.In addition to Victory Beach’s superior sanitation practices, the company offers properties for every type of visitor. Choose from luxury oceanfront houses and condos to more reasonbly priced 2nd row properties with oceanviews. Many properties include pools and hot tubs as well, perfect for outdoor entertaining, and many are dog friendly. Lanier also notes that all properties are within walking or driving distance to Pleasure Island’s main attractions – Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. The former, as described by Lanier, is the more commercialized of the two destinations and features a boardwalk, outdoor dining options and a plethora of weekly activities including fireworks, live music, amusement park pop-ups, and movies under the stars. Kure Beach offers a more residential feel with its fishing pier, intimate restaurants and family favorite, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.More water fun awaits, too. “There is a harbor and a canal that feed into the intercoastal. We have several properties on the harbor so guests can bring their boat, kayak, [or jet ski] and travel between islands,” says Lanier. A stay with Victory Beach Vacations is an annual pilgrimage for most. “A large percentage of guests are previous guests. Some even reserve the same property for the next year as they’re checking out,” Lanier says. “It’s almost like it’s their personal vacation home.” Even before guests arrive at their vacation destination, the Victory Beach Vacations’ website greets them with a live beach cam and exquisite aerial footage of both Carolina and Kure Beaches. See for yourself by scanning the QR code and call Victory Beach Vacations at 910.458.0868 to book your Cape Fear getaway. Start making your memories today! —Grace Silipigni
"Starfish" - Let's Vacation! - this attractively decorated lower level home offers a enchanting canal view porch with swing and a fast & simple walk to the beach! This unit features a dishwasher, stackable washer & dryer, refreshed kitchen appliances and a powder room half bath! The Cottages at Pier 35 evoke an era of coastal living of the past with its Cape Cod inspired shingled facade, generous lawn, sundeck pier - all with gentle ocean breezes and swaying palm trees. Savor the laid back lifestyle in this pretty ground level canal front bungalow style condo home. Easily accessible with only four stairs and a front porch offering outstanding up-close vistas of the canal. A relaxing use in common yard features a canal side seating area for calming and breathing in the salt air. Appreciate crabbing or fishing on the canal and the convenience of a charcoal grille area overlooking the water. Inside the home you will find a alluring living area and a gorgeous kitchen with unique nautical details, a dining island, new full sized stainless refrigerator, range, microwave and dishwasher. Each of two bedrooms feature plenty of natural light and a convenient en-suite vanity with sink. Convenient outdoor shower with hot and cold water. There is parking available for two cars per unit and convenient beach access is just a 3 min., 1/10 mile walk away. "Starfish" is the ideal choice for a couples getaway or an economical beach hideaway for a modest family. Need more room to spread out? Rent this unit along with one of our sister properties, "Porpoise" or "Sand Dollar".STARFISH IS WATERWAY SIDE, DOWNSTAIRS UNITNote: Guests do have access at their own risk to the floating dock on the canal for kayak launches. No motor boat access. Outdoor grilles are shared with sister properties, "Porpoise," and "Sand Dollar".This property is located at 125 High Point Street.This is a NO PET property.Discounts may be available for this property. To view your total vacation price, including any available discounts, please input your stay dates with number of guests and click Book Now. (Don't worry, your vacation will not be booked until you have confirmed the terms)
- Holden Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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 under the sun can enjoy an active excursion or just a day of splashing around at this all-encompassing amusement center.
Escape to a relaxing 1-bedroom condo in Sunset Beach. This adorable getaway offers all the essentials for a comfortable stay, including WiFi, heating, and AC. Unwind in the cozy bedroom and freshen up in the clean bathroom. Whether you're here for a weekend hideaway or an extended stay, this cool condo is the ideal home base. We'll be available to answer any questions while you stay at our place. Great for golfers and beach goers that don't need a lot.
- Sunset Beach
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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 scenarios, so think about the gear you’d be putting on your cart before making a decision.
Feel the anxiety melt away as soon as you arrive at Barefoot Beach House!This home is just a short walk away from the public beach access.A new inground pool and spillover spa, with an outdoor grilling and refrigerator fill the backyard, creating your own getaway.The home offers 3 roomy bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open floor plan that accepts you to spend time together while in the living room, dining room and kitchen. The kitchen is entirely supplied with cooking necessities and the home has received new laminate floor, new carpet, and some new furnishings within the past 3 years. There are intelligent TVs located in all 3 bedrooms.Appreciate time on the wrap around covered deck and relax to the sound of the ocean waves during high tide. Shower off in the outdoor shower after a great day on the beach and relax by the pool while grilling on the gas grille in the evenings.This home sits on pilings, offering plenty of covered parking. Sitting on a huge corner lot, both the front and back yards are fenced in.Master Bedroom: King Bed2nd Bedroom: Queen Bed3rd Bedroom: Full Bed, and Twin BedWi-Fi, Washer and Dryer, Gas Grille, Entirely Stocked Kitchen, Leather Reclining Sofas, Covered Parking, Outdoor Shower, Intelligent TV, Board Games and Books, 5 foot inground pool, 16 inch spillover spa. Walking Distance to the Beach, Linens Included.Keyless home entry makes check-in and check-out simple. Please note that no family pets are allowed during units; however, the owner has a dog that is frequently at the home during their stays. We want to point this out so that any potential guest with dog allergies is aware.Come and stay at this striking Oak Island home!
- Oak Island
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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 facilities, the Wrightsville Beach Arboretum, and plenty of wide open green spaces, this park is a perfect spot for enjoying a little free fun in the sun, without the risk of getting sand in the shoes.
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 umbrella, we look for durability, wind ratings, weight and size.
This clean, quality bespoke home is on a fashionable stretch of beach. Four (4) bedrooms each with premium linens, flat screen TV. A 46-inch TV with surround sound in living room. Merge-TV with streaming. Huge master suite with Jacuzzi and shower. Well-equipped open kitchen with Corian counter tops. Panoramic ocean vistas from first floor. Unique, private ocean side deck with boardwalk to the beach. Foot shower and private outdoor shower. Roomy parking. Attentive owner.Bed Linens (Beds in Bedrooms only), Towels and Bath Mats are included for Weekly Units only. **Strict 3 PM Check-In**
- Holden Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
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 share the name of "Oak Island," and while the town extends slightly inland, encompassing the Cape Fear Regional Jetport, the rest of the community is cut off from the world by the long Elizabeth River, and a network of salty creeks and canals. This watery gap may not be particularly wide, but visitors will feel the change as soon as they cross over the bridge. Once ashore, Oak Island is a picturesque landscape of charming vacation rental homes, cool seafood restaurants and shops, and miles of ocean shoreline.
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 all their own, and a slow-as-molasses pace that invites visitors to pull up a rocking chair, take in a water view, and simply relax.
Feel the ultimate comfort in this charming 2-bedroom condo in Wilmington, ideal for business travelers and those seeking mid-term accommodations. Unwind and relax in a elegantly designed space featuring a opulent queen bed and a comfortable full bed, complemented by two modern bathrooms with a relaxing bathtub and a convenient hair dryer.The inviting living room features a cozy couch bed, ideal for additional guests or a laid-back evening. Appreciate essential amenities, including air conditioning, a washing machine, high-speed WiFi, heating, and an iron, ensuring a seamless and enchanting stay.Don’t miss out on this marvelous opportunity—book now and make the most of everything this exceptional condo has to offer!
- Wilmington
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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 destinations where learning comes naturally, there’s lots to discover in this unique corner of coastal North Carolina. Pay a visit to the following destinations, and see how education and fun can seamlessly go hand in hand. With so much to uncover, every educational trek in Southport is truly a joy, and an unforgettable part of any Southport vacation.
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.
Summary:Feel luxury coastal living in this state-of-the-art, waterfront home on Wrightsville Beach. Boasting 5 cavernous bedrooms and 5.5 designer baths, this modern getaway offers seamless indoor-outdoor living with broad decks and expansive water vistas. The gourmet kitchen, open-concept living spaces, and expansive primary suite create an ideal blend of comfort and elegance. Appreciate direct dock access for boating, paddleboarding, or simply soaking in the striking sunsets over the Intracoastal Waterway. With intelligent home features, an elevator, and refined finishes throughout, this exceptional residence is a rare opportunity to appreciate a slice of heaven on North Carolina’s premier beach.The Space:The space has been charmingly curated with luxury in mind! From high-end linens, carefully selected and locally sourced coffee, to top-of-the-line shower products, we have the guest experience in mind.KEY AMENITIES:2 x King Bed // Parachute Home 2 x Queen Bed // Parachute Home 2 x Twins (bunk beds) // Parachute Home 5 x Full Bathroom // Native ProductsCasa Blanca Steep CoffeeNeso Beach ChairsNeso Sun ShadeBeach TowelsBoat AccessThe Neighborhood:Located on the most desired street in the South End of Wrigthsville. This neighborhood is known for its peaceful, accessible location. Truly live like a local. -
- Wrightsville Beach
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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 important habitat for countless coastal species. Hard to reach but wonderfully isolated, visitors who make a trip to this literal deserted island will be rewarded with great shelling, beautiful landscapes, and miles of beaches to go around.
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 afternoon, and which are just as enticing as the beautiful outdoor landscapes and sunny waterfront regions. So if a little inclement weather is on your upcoming vacation forecast, use it as an opportunity to discover these activities which are effortlessly easy to enjoy, rain or shine.
Welcome to the "Mini Farm House" just 3.8 miles to Wrightsville Beach! You will adore the new chic remodel. This comfortable coastal farmhouse style efficiency is walking and cycling distance to Mayfaire Town Center, Drift Coffee & Cross City Bicycle Trail. The bedroom/living combo is cavernous with a bistro table. The kitchen features a full size refrigerator and range. The efficiency is attached to 3 bedroom home. Only shared space is driveway.
- Wilmington
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 2
This home is an absolute gem! Do not let the economical price of John's Crab Shack fool you! Located on a wooded corner lot, this four-bedroom home is just a fast five-min. breathtaking walk (paved sidewalk) to the beach. Guests do not have to cross over the the busy street of Oak Island Drive to get to the beach like similar homes in this price range. With two living rooms both equipped with TVs, separate dining room and fenced in backyard, John's Crab Shack's owners have lovingly decorated with your ideal family vacation in mind!John's Crab Shack is waiting to help you create a calming vacation full of cherished memories. Appreciate yourself under the shady oaks of the fenced-in backyard. Load up the beach cart and walk over the tidal creek to the handsome beach or try your hand at surf fishing. Unwind on the beach under our shibumi shade. No need to buy, rent, or bring your own as we provide one for you. Wash the sand from your feet in the private hot and cold outdoor shower. Put an umbrella in your drink and grab a book as you relax on the backyard deck. Whip up a gourmet meal in the well-supplied kitchen or grille out on the back-yard deck. For a rainy day, John's Crab Shack comes equipped with plenty of games, puzzles, and books to keep the whole family entertained. If that is not enough, then take a short drive to historic Southport to visit museums, art galleries, historic homes and then dine in one of Southport's many impressive restaurant . For day trips, historic downtown Wilmington is only 40 mins., Myrtle Beach is an painless 1 hour drive or take a spectacular ferry ride to exclusive Bald Head Island. There is also a convenience store just one block away on the way to the beach. A public floating dock 5 streets away and a public fishing dock 6 streets away. With plenty of room to spread out or get together for a family dinner, John's Crab Shack is really a great family vacation home. The beaches of Oak Island are waiting for you...Master bedroom = 1 King + full bath, Bedroom 2 = 1 Queen & 1 bunk bed, Bedroom 3 = 1 queen, Bedroom 4 = full bedKeywords: Dog friendly family House with fenced in backyard, beach walk.
- Oak Island
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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.
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. Make a vacation full of memories and experiences that will stick with all family members for years to come, and be sure and check out these destinations and activities that the younger set will adore. From fun local playgrounds to historic museums and sites, an entertaining time is found around every corner of charming Southport.
Discover your comfortable getaway on Adore Alley in downtown Wilmington! This 3-bed, 2-bath home offers a full kitchen, front porch, modern fireplace, and a fenced-in backyard with a fire pit and chairs. A fifteen-min. walk to all the sights downtown, including the Live Oak Bank Pavilion.Appreciate Alley bungalow is a 1,000 sq. foot home located in downtown Wilmington. Parking is located on the street. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted with a cozy front porch, ideal for morning coffee! The modern living room has impressive upgrades, including a sleek fireplace. Three queen beds allow six guests to sleep comfortably. This listing comes with all the amenities of home- a full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a fenced-in backyard for family pets!You cannot beat the location! -15 min. walk to downtown Wilmington and Live Oak Bank Arena-15 min. drive to Wrightsville Beach, 25-min. drive to Carolina Beach -7 min. drive to the Wilmington Airport
- Wilmington
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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 attractions that are a shell’s throw away from the local docks, and which can accommodate the array of mariners who are cruising through or dropping anchor for the long haul. Regardless of whether a visitor wants to cruise the waters for days at a time, or just enjoy a ride while staying in the area on vacation, Southport delivers with ample options. Make the most out of a waterfront getaway, and discover all the ways why this region and boating seamlessly go hand in hand.
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 that border Wilmington, visitors will find that there are plenty of options when it comes to cruising the coast.
NEW THIS SEASON… fresh paint in and outside, refreshed bathroom, new outdoor shower, hammocks to relax under the deck and many little things! Come on down you will LOVE IT! Wonderful ocean side bungalow with extraordinary canal and sunset vistas that feature an open floor plan ready for you and your family to savor and make memories. Pirates are my passion and so is making a comfortable place for you and your family to really appreciate the serenity of Carolina Beach. From it's old fashion board walk to the close proximity to Wilmington everybody will find something that they adore about coming to the beach! Just some of the amenities:1. Enclosed Outdoor shower with HOT water!2. Storage space downstairs - bring your bicycle! It also has a variety of beach essentials and toys.3. Huge deck with great vistas of the canal. There is a picnic table for dinner or lunch and chairs for calming. The breeze is spectacular.4. Open living area with HUGE sectional couch and dining for six. Look at the photos - it doesn't do it justice.5. Expanded cable with Wireless Internet.6. Open kitchen with stainless steel appliances. 7. Expanding pots and pans for cooking meals at home. Save $$$!8. Front Porch to RELAX as the sunsets9. Decked out Pirate Bathroom - arrrrgh.10. Washing Machine and Dryer.11. Covered parking.12. So close to the beach.13. North End Minimart for all those missed items only a block away. They have great coffee. Oh, you forgot butter - check out the store!14. Excellent HVAC system for comfortable air. 15. Ceiling fans in both bedrooms.16. Double master with queen size beds in both rooms. One has a TV with expanded cable. 17. Pet friendly (just be nice and pick up after...poop isn't pretty!).18. Board games just in case you want some family fun!19. Across from public access deck on the canal - you can watch the boats go by on Dingy Dock. 20. A yard with gas grille - prepare out! 21. Two Swings below to enjoy the ocean breeze 22. What else do you need? Let me know!23. Yard to play in...buy a temp pool if you want to. It works! :)24. Bright Orange and Beachy Color.25. Covered parking for your car underneath the home.26. Additional Seating underneath the home for when you grille out. A bar too!27. Walking distance to the boardwalk.28. Linens and towels are supplied.
- Carolina Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Wrightsville Beach has a dedicated local and visiting surfing community, and newcomers or old pros who need to upgrade their equipment and gear can make an easy stop at Aussie Island Surf Shop. Located on Lumina Avenue, just off the Channel Bridge and only a few blocks away from the beach, this central destination can supply surfers with everything they need to tackle the local waves, from spring suits to new boards.
Oak Island visitors will find plenty of water in every direction to explore, and new adventures can start with a visit to the centrally located Blue Planet Watersports. Found just inland of the Oak Island shoreline, this all-encompassing watersports center allows Southport and Oak Island vacationers alike to surf, paddle, and learn a new sport with ease via a variety of guided tours, lessons, and rentals.
Visitors who want to join the crowds of surfers and paddle boarders that flock to the Cape Fear area can join in the fun by signing up for a lesson or camp from the Carolina School of Surf. Located in Ocean Isle Beach along the oceanfront, this friendly school that’s suitable for all ages will have newcomers standing on a paddle board or surfboard in no time, and will allow visitors to try something new, and create amazing memories along the way, during a coastal vacation.
You can find everything under the sun for a fantastic vacation along the Carolina coastline with a visit to Carolina Beach’s own Pleasure Island Rentals. Located in the heart of the action and easy to reach for visitors all along the shoreline, this expansive company is well known for its huge inventory, fantastic customer service, and countless fun experiences in Carolina Beach.
From wet suits and body boards, to Stand-up paddle board (SUP) or surfing lessons, the iconic South End Surf Shop has everything a vacationer needs to go out and enjoy those pristine Atlantic waves. Located in a historic brick building in the heart of Wrightsville Beach, this all-encompassing surf shop is a celebration of the community’s love of life on the water, and is a perfect launching point for a host of on-the-water adventures.
We surf, we SUP, and we love healthy stuff! Join us at Wrighsville Beach’s hottest spot for cooling off with your favorite organic juice, superfood smoothies, cold press juice cleanses, acai and pitaya bowls, and frozen yogurt. We also offer beach rentals, lessons and other activity packages – get healthy and active with SurfBerry today!