4 Bedroom Upscale Duplex with a Pool - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Make your vacation memories in "Maritime Merriment", an modren 4 bedroom 3 bath duplex at Carolina Beach! This comfortable and colorful unit offers partial ocean vistas, three decks, and plenty of room to relax.

The first floor features a street side bedroom with a Queen and Twin bed. This floor also has a full bathroom, laundry room, and a pool side bedroom with two Twin beds. The second level hosts an open design of the living room, dining area, and well equipped kitchen that is ideal for gatherings and family dinners. Sit out on the deck overlooking the shared pool as you watch the kids play or soak up the sun. On the third level there are two main suites with King beds and private en suite bathrooms. Every TV is connected to Spectrum cable and is complete with a Roku stick. Use the Spectrum app for cable and log into your own streaming accounts on other apps.

"Maritime Merriment" has everything you will need for your vacation and one you will want to return to every year! For bigger family groups that would like to be close by to one another please ask about renting the adjoining unit, "Mom's Merriment", for a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms!

While visiting in Carolina Beach, be sure to check out the Boardwalk area, where you will find stores, eateries and the summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music. Watch the fishermen come in with the catch of the day at the marina or dine out with the family. Only a few miles south to the Fort Fisher Historic Museum, the Civil War battleground and the NC Aquarium. Make plans to visit Carolina Beach today!

*Please keep in mind that if you are renting a property with a pool during the off-season, it may not be open or available. Pools are usually open from mid- May to September, but dates can vary based on weather, permits, HOA guidelines, inspections, improvements, and unforeseen events. For more detailed information on specific pools, please feel complimentary to contact our office.

Occupancy 10: Sun/Sun rental in Summer. Min two nighttime stay other seasons.
Linens Recap: 2 Kings, 1 Queen, 3 Twins, 1 Couch Bed
Parking: Parking for three cars - one under carport, two driveway
Prohibited: Smoking, Family Animals

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C020 – Maritime Merriment” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located by the sea, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• Reserve your Southport vacation in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• In the Southport area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Southport area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines have coupons for nearby accommodations and attractions.

How to choose the perfect vacation rental:

• Start by having your group agree to vacation dates and a budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. 4 Bedroom Upscale Duplex with a Pool has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is normally available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the property manager before you reserve the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You'll need to work out what configuration is right for your trip.
• Visiting for a single event? If so, use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Request information on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.

Tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, inspect for any problem areas when you arrive. message the rental manager immediately to record any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are out, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal belongings. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, ensure that you take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Hosts rely on good feedback to stimulate new reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.