• As low as $199/Night
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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General Features

  • 2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cycling nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • English
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Heating
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Microwave
  • Near the beach
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Pet friendly
  • Power boating nearby
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stovetop
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • Unit size: 930 sq ft (86 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer

About this Property

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Condo
  • Approximately 930 square feet

Down by the Sea is a entirely refreshed, generously furnished, 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo at Carolina Beach with great ocean vistas and access to 2 swimming pools. This is a top floor unit located directly across the street from the beach and has 2 impressive decks with great vistas. This unit offers washer and dryer in the unit, completely updated kitchen and bathrooms, and tile floors throughout. The master bedroom is charmingly decorated with a king bed. The second bedroom has a queen bed. There are two pull out couches in the living room. You can walk to the Carolina Beach pier to fish or appreciate the vistas. The pier also has a restaurant and bar. Freeman park, which is 4 wheel drive beach access is located just a few blocks north. This property is fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment today. The beach access is right across the street from this unit!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the beach. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Legion Stadium. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Our top Vacation rental booking tips and tricks:

When to visit Carolina Beach & When to book:

  • The sooner your group can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The best properties are reserved early. Reserving your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
  • Booking in the Fall or Spring is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. 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 loved ones at the beach.
  • Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
  • Property managers often offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
  • Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area travel guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to select the perfect rental home in Carolina Beach:

  • Choose a designated group leader, select your vacation week, and select a max budget.
  • Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Down by the Sea
  • Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is normally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property owner before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds. You will need to establish what is suitable for your vacation group.
  • Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.
  • Does your group require special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
  • Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

  • Get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
  • Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
  • Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would back home.
  • To make certain damages aren't attributed to your visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Contact the rental manager immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
  • Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local attractions.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
  • Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected everything. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and look for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host isn't available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition.
  • After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to inspire more reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.

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