LUXURY CONDO WALKING DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN CAROLINA BEACH - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 2000 square feet

You won't believe this is a beach vacation home! Everything a home can offer plus more!!! Magnificent and rare ocean/lake vistas in a luxury condominium. A roomy and comfortable home away from home with beach access is just steps away. Guest can sit on the deck and watch appreciate ones play in the sand. Serenity by the Sea is centrally located on a peaceful one-way street. Once you park your car, you can toss your keys on the counter since you won't need them again during your stay. Entertainment, fine and casual dining at excellent local eateries, shopping and a top 10 ranked boardwalk are all just two blocks away in downtown Carolina Beach. And, don't forget Brits Donuts, ranked number 2 in the United States and is comfortably addictive. During the high season; appreciate the amusement park, movies at the lake, bingo, fireworks and the farmers market which are all close by.

Serenity-by-the Sea is a handsome approximate 2000 square foot, 4 bedroom 3.5 bath, second row home (top two floors on left quarter of building), with beach access just in front of home. The private elevator is great for bags, groceries or a ride up. While Serenity by the Sea comfortably sleeps up to 10 guest, there is plenty of room for everybody.

Upon entering Serenity-by the Sea, you will find the ground floor offers a private garage with a private elevator which accesses our two floors. For those of you that need to get some exercise after Brits donuts, there are steps in the common hallway to our home.

We have gone above and beyond furnishing our home to make sure your stay is memorable. Ascend to the top floor and step into the main living area with impressive vistas of the ocean. This level with tile floors, double crown molding and a wall of windows host the living room, dining area, kitchen and primary suite. The living area consist of a sizable couch, appreciate seat and rocker. If you need additional sleeping space, open the couch and it makes a comfortable bed. This room has a sizable 47” HD intelligent TV, books, movies and games. Walk outside onto your huge private deck and savor a meal, glass of wine, reading, calming or watching the sunrise.

A striking open floor plan on the building’s top floor accepts simple entertaining for enormous groups. The dining area includes a huge dining room table with seating for 8, while two people can sit at the bar and there is additional seating for two at the pub table. The well equipped kitchen is a chefs dream. We have tried to think of everything a person could need to prepare from a sandwich to a full five-course meal. We supply pots, pans, baking dishes, plates, kids's plates, wine glasses, blenders, coffee makers, serving bowls and platters and every kind of gadget hoping to meet your culinary skills.

The primary bedroom, with a king bed, enormous closet, and flat screen intelligent tv, is also located on the top floor. The primary bath has a sizable tile shower and separate water closet.

The second floor offers three additional bedrooms and two bathrooms. The first of the three is located on the ocean side with striking ocean vistas. There is a huge deck with two rocking chairs for our guest to relax and enjoy some peaceful time. This room has a queen bed, huge closet and a large flat screen intelligent tv. This room has an adjoining jack-n-jill bathroom.

The second bedroom is a middle bedroom with an elevator entrance. This bedroom has a queen bed, modest closet and intelligent tv. It shares an adjoining jack-n-jill bathroom which has a bath/shower combo and double sinks.

The third bedroom has fabulous lake vistas and two twin beds. This room has a flat screen intelligent TV, large closet and large deck with two rocking chairs. It also has a private bath with tiled shower.

Just off of the main living area is a large deck with four chairs and table. Unwind outside with a cup of coffee or glass of wine or enjoy a delicious meal outside. Take a walk over to the beach or grab a good book and beach chair and loose yourself for the day. Serenity-by the Sea is only two blocks from downtown Carolina Beach.

We are a PET COMPLIMENTARY home.

Serenity-by-the Sea makes visiting painless, relaxing and fun.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on a lake. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

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

Note from host: No pets are allowed.

Tricks and tips to get the optimal vacation home experience:

When to visit Carolina Beach & When to reserve a Carolina Beach rental home:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during holiday gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best vacation home within budget, we strongly suggest booking in Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at Southport restaurants, beaches, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies typically offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guide magazines have deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Begin by choosing potential vacation weeks and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. LUXURY CONDO WALKING DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN CAROLINA BEACH has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If your family is bringing pets, you will need a property that allows animals. Request specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Note that some property owners charge additional pet fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the directions to your phone.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• During check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a terrific time? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.