Facing the Beach\/Boardwalk Top Floor Views! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo

Stay in this oceanfront condo & you'll feel like you're on a luxury cruise ship w/ countless beach & boardwalk vistas. Professionally furnished & decorated for the utmost comfort & home away from home experience! Sleeps 5 (5 adults or 4 adults/2 kids on 2 queen beds & a lay down couch), pool, elevator, 2 parking spaces, W/D, dishwasher, refrigerator w/ ice maker, cable/WiFi/Roku, private beach access. 9:30 am to 5 pm daily, 2 blue chairs, umbrella & drink table included on the beach by RiverSmith! :)

Two queen beds plus a lay down couch sleeps 5 adults or 4 adults plus 2 kids on the couch. The appeal of this particular oceanfront condo is the ability to be very near everything Carolina Beach has to offer yet inside the security gates of this building, there is tranquility & peaceful, private covered parking and no need to really get back in the car to go back OTB (Over The Bridge as locals call it!) until check-out. RiverSmith is also providing 2 blue chairs & an umbrella w/drink table daily from 9:30-5 pm on the beach. Just look for the RiverSmith tag on the back of the chair!

Entire 2 bedroom/2 bath condo with private balcony overlooking ocean, pool & boardwalk.

I am always available via text on my cell phone or the AirBnB app and I live and work in the area.

The town of Carolina Beach always has tons of activities going on at the boardwalk including fireworks, live music for example. Crush & Grind is a favorite coffee, beer, wine & apps place right next door. The Hampton has a cute Tiki Bar open to the public with ocean & boardwalk seating. The SeaWitch has great food & live music. Nollies Tacos are a unique and fun way to experience Mexican food. Havannas is more fresh, so is Lakepark Steak House and Nikkis Sushi is also close by as well as Ida Thai!

Bicycle, walk, golf cart taxi everywhere!

PLEASE do NOT bring your pet(s) UNLESS we have a discussion PRIOR to your check-in. We have allergies to some animals and reserve the right to admit or deny certain animals. Thank you!!! We live in the building and will see if you try to sneak one in. Believe it or not this has been a BIG PROBLEM. We trust you in our home, please be trustworthy!

Parking…. Primo parking oceanfront under the building, first come first serve, these spots go quickly. There are two additional spots across the street market “Cabana Owners & Guests Only” red & white signs. When you arrive, immediately retrieve your pass from the unit and leave it in your car. The towing company is VERY AGGRESSIVE!

We are excited to let you know that we are providing 2 blue beach chairs and an umbrella with a drink table daily from 9:30 AM to 5 PM on the beach for our guests! Just look for the blue chairs marked RiverSmith.

Lastly, 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 & your home manual. All pertinent info is also emailed to you. Check your spam folder.

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. TEXT MK if you have any issues, concerns or problems.
PLEASE download the AirBnB app on your phone BEFORE you leave for your trip so you have quick access to ALL check-in instructions, access codes, WiFi info, your home manual & guidebook. 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.

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 washer or dryer
It is prohibitive to allow kids or family pets on the balcony without adult supervision at ALL TIMES!

We are a pet friendly unit with prior notice. If you plan on bringing your fur infant....There is an ADDITIONAL pet cleaning fee that our cleaners prefer you leave in cash at the time of check out:
-Modest/medium dogs up to 20 lbs are $50 per dog
-Sizable dogs up to 55 lbs are $75 per dog
-Dogs over 55 lbs please get approval from host

Most importantly, PLEASE ENJOY our beloved ocean side condo. It brings us genuine joy to know you appreciated your stay, that's our goal. We want you to return year after year.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Finding the best Southport vacation property experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked very early. Booking your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Southport area. Book your rental in the Fall or Spring to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer renters an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Often, rental management companies supply Southport area visitors guides which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the perfect rental home:

• Choose dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Facing the Beach\/Boardwalk Top Floor Views! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is commonly available online. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what is right for your family.
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask your host about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect your property!
• To make sure damages aren't linked to your stay, note any problem areas during arrival. Speak to the host right away to relay any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on great feedback to inspire new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.