Whole House! Sleeps 16. 5 bed 3.5 bath Luxory that is steps from the sand! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2653 square feet

Entire refreshed 5 bedroom beach home on the most desireable street on the Island. Just a 48 second walk Right across the street to the beach access and has great vistas from both the front and back decks. Decorated both modern and beachy, we've tried to think of everything you'll need for a great beach stay.

The home is rather sizable and roomy, and has Roku TVs in all the rooms and living room - appreciate the beach during the day, stream what you want in the evenings. For the kids and the big kid inside of you we have video games, books, board games, cards and more!

There are 5 bedrooms, 1 on the main level and 4 on the upper level. New carpet and floors installed in 2022 and 2023. All of the bedrooms have intelligent tv's for streaming.

The gourmet kitchen has granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and is ready to accommodate enormous families or groups. There is a bar height counter that seats 4, and the dining room table seats 6. Additional chairs available for porch side dining ! The dining room has proven to be a great place to gather to play board games, cards or just sit around the table and talk.

The living area has a 60-inch wifi-enabled flat screen TV, the master a 55-inch TV, and all the other bedrooms have 42-inch TVs. The downstairs kids room also has a arcade style Pac Man. Cable TV and high speed wireless internet service (dual-band router) are also supplied for your enjoyment.

The main level floor has one bedroom, with a twin over full bunkbed, and a full bathroom, living room, kitchen, dining room, pantry and access to both the front porch complete with adirondack chairs and a complete outdoor furnishings set.

The second floor has the 4 huge bedrooms, 2 with queen beds, a master with a king, and a kids room with a twin bed, a bunk bed with a twin over a double, and a trundle bed with full size memory foam bed.

The master bedroom has a awesome master bathroom with quartz counters, a glass enclosed walk in shower.

For evenings and mornings there are two sizable gorgeously furnished decks, one covered in the front and one open to the start in the back overlooking the huge fenced in back yard. Excellent for appreciating time with the family and friends and watching the firework show put on by the town of Carolina Beach in the evening!

To make your stay more fun, the home is secured with a keypad lock. No worrying about who has the key! There's also a beach cart supplied to make for an even easier walk over to the beach and back. And of course there's an outdoor shower for when you get home. As an added additional, check in with the owner for renting the 6 seater street legal golf cart complete with a town of carolina beach parking pass. Also available for those who like to boat, we are now offering half day boating excursions to masonboro island, subject to adance booking, check with host for rate.

Carolina Beach is an amazing vacation spot, with something for everybody in the family. There's a boardwalk with a permanent amusement park for the kids during the summer. The town hosts many movie nights at the lake, and they also have paddle boats there available for rent. The north end of the island accepts 4 wheel drive cars, and there's a pier there as well. Kure beach also has a pier, which is about a mile away and makes for a nice walk down the beach.

At the far south end of the island is the Fort Fisher state park with large uncrowded beaches, the aquarium, and the ferry to Southport.

Linens are included on request, but most of our guests chose to bring their own. Home comes with 2 gas grilles for outdoor enjoyment and

There's usually a supply of beach chairs and a cooler in the outside storage, but these are more take a chair leave a chair and not managed.

Also Available for your stay, subject to advance booking.

2024 model 6 passenger Golf Cart available for rent, contact owner directly onced booked for availabilty. $550 per week We own a couple of units and only 1 Cart, so this option may not be available for your stay unless booked in advance, it is a fashionable ad on that most of our guests take advantage of.

Half Day Boat excursion to Masonboro Island also available, for up to 8 guests. Contact owner directly once booked for availability. I will take you to the Island between 8 and 9 am and return to the dock (that is just down the road from the home) by lunch. $500

House rules:
I expect guests to behave like grown-ups:
Don’t burn down the home
Don't run around the neighborhood naked, keep it in home! :)
Don't eat drippy food at the table
There are numerous wastebaskets around the home: the toilet is not one of them”

1: Do not enter or attempt to enter the locked owners closet. This is the owners personal space, please respect this.
2: Most guests bring their own linens, We do however have linens available in upstairs linen closet. You may use what you need. Please only use what is needed, 1 towel set per guest and 1 sheet set per bed. If guest chooses to use our linens, they must be washed, dried folded and returned to the linen closet as they were found upon checkout. Failure to follow this rule will result in an additional cleaning fee charged to guest because we will have to hire a second cleaning crew to focus on linen washing while the main crew cleans the home in order for the home to be ready for checkin by the next guest. Please be respectful of this rule. We strive very hard to have the home in ideal condition in time for the next guest to check in without delays. Please respect the next guests time by not leaving dirty linens throughout the home. The cleanin window is very short and linens can take 2-3 hours to properly clean, sanitize, dry, fold and store. By booking this reservation you are acknowledging this rule and the additional fee of $225.00 that will be charged if not followed.

3: Any garbage that does not fit in the garbage bins must be removed from the property by guest. If checking out on a Sunday or a Monday, guest needs to move trash bins to the curb for trash collection. Any excess trash that is left by guest that does not fit in the bins, a removal fee of $150.00 will be charged to the guest if we have to haul it away. If trash pickup is missed due to bins not being on the road, a $150.00 trash haul away fee will be charged to the guest.

4: It is not necessary to run the AC at 60 degrees when your entire family is out of the home for the day at the beach. We try to keep our nightly rate economical so please help us keep it low by helping us not have $1,000 AC bills. :)

5: if you bring a dog, declare it when booking. a pet fee will apply. Also, pick up after your pet in the yard. If we have to scoop the poop for you after you check out, we don't do it for complimentary. A $250 poop scooping fee will be assessed. Is it worth $250? Absolutely not, we just really don't want to do it for you but will for $250.00

By booking the reservation you are acknowledging and accepting these home rules and costs if not followed. More home rules found in the home rules section.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Legion Stadium are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina and Carolina Beach Arcade. Traveling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Boardwalk, or check out an event or a game at Trask Coliseum. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Our top Southport rental booking tips and tricks:

Get the best rental home value:

• Summer is the most expensive season in Carolina Beach. To get the best value, consider shifting your family's Southport vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and reduced traffic.
• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your rental 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Some hosts and property managers offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies supply Southport area travel guide magazines which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing the best rental home:

• Begin by choosing your potential vacation weeks and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Whole House! Sleeps 16. 5 bed 3.5 bath Luxory that is steps from the sand! has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the property management company before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what is best for your vacation group.
• Is your group looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.

More considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your phone.
• Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are very helpful if a dispute arises.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let thieves ruin your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and scan for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a fantastic stay? Most rental managers make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.