SPRING WEEKEND includes ALL DAY SUNDAY! Book SUMMER 25 now for weekly discounts! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1950 square feet

Savor your Beach vacation at Mackerel Lane! Close to the ocean 0.3 mi. Quick and convenient beach access with bathrooms is right up the street. SPRING WEEKEND STAYS INCLUDE ALL DAY SUNDAY. CHECK OUT ANYTIME! Late check out does not apply to summer stays June-Sept. Most household items are included. Cozy and plenty of room for the family. Each bedroom has a private full bathroom. Super fast WIFI. EV charger access upon request. Kitchen is supplied with everything you need to prepare and huge dining area has plenty of seating. Queen sleeper couch in living room. This home sleeps 8 in beds comfortably + 2 if using sleeper couch. min. is 10 guests (additional guest costs may apply) 6 adults max. Plenty of room for all the kids to sleep in the kids room or in additional twin beds in all rooms. MUST BE 25 or older to rent. NO family pets. NO smoking. 0.3 mile to Beach access/Ocean! (Alabama Ave public access has 2 parking tons, showers and bathrooms) Mackerel Lane is very clean and well maintained. Furnished front porch. PARKING AVAILABLE FOR 2 big or 3 modest CARS.
100% REFUND for cancellations due to weather, storm systems, sickness or travel concerns up until stay date guaranteed. I will not keep your money if you cannot keep your reservation. Policy states 14 day cancellation but as owner I can choose to refund up until your stay date. No stay No pay.
Nice furnishings, wood, granite, tile. Lower level has bedroom with queen bed (twin sleeper chair) and full bath with tub/shower. Main floor has enormous living room with sleeper couch and a adore seat. There is no bedroom on main living floor. Kitchen, half bath and laundry room with washer and dryer on main floor. Upstairs has a "kids room" with twin over full bunk with twin trundle. This room sleeps 4 and has a full bath with tub/shower. Kids room has a intelligent tv. Primary suite- king bed, twin daybed, private balcony, bathroom has a sizable whirlpool tub and shower. Ground floor has queen bed and a twin sleeper chair. Outdoor shower and ground floor entrance through gate on side of home. NO cable tv. Driveway parking for 2-3 cars only. No on street parking. Unfortunately due to cleaning procedures I cannot offer early check in or late check out during PEAK summer season. Don't hesitate to ask if you have requests for your stay. I would like to provide as much as possible so you can pack less.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. 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. With jet skiing, kayaking, and motor boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

1 total pets

Strategies for getting the perfect Southport vacation rental experience:

How to get the best value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of NC. Booking your Southport vacation rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our best tip for saving money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby shops and restaurants.

Filter your search:

• Select your vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. SPRING WEEKEND includes ALL DAY SUNDAY! Book SUMMER 25 now for weekly discounts! has 3 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, call the property owner before you reserve the home. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to establish what is suitable for your group.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.

Tips to have a great stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• Record any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are helpful if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, television set or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to inspire more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation rental. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.