New! Pool! Sleeps 14, Sol de Mar Oceanfront, huge views, modern, duplex unit A - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2800 square feet

Welcome to Sol de Mar (Sea Sun) - an impressive new modern oceanfront property on Fort Fisher Blvd. North in Kure Beach. Leave your shoes at the door and sink in to this wonderfully new and well-appointed slice of heaven. Stroll out to the beach, read a book on the porch, or appreciate the multitude of activities our beach and town have to offer.

This new home has an open and modern design inside and out. Appreciate the sweeping and commanding vistas up and down the coastline from the porch, the main living area, and the primary bedroom. The private walkway provides direct access to a uniquely private section of Kure Beach, far from busy parking tons and public beach access points.

Unit A is the top floor of the duplex. It is the owners' residence for part of the year. It features curved vaulted beams in the main living area and a wall of east-facing glass. There is a huge wraparound deck accessible from the living/dining area as well as the primary bedroom. The decks overlook the ocean and a enormous patio area. The kitchen features a sizable island with seating for six, Viking professional stainless steel appliances, two dishwashers, two ovens, and a scullery. The private elevator takes you from the ground floor up to the top floor. The deck off of the living room is 12 feet wide and 40 feet long.

More details:
Swimming pool
4 BR, 3.5 bath
Sleeps 14 max.
Island and dining room seats 12 total; deck seats an additional 8
Primary bedroom with king bed, ocean vistas, porch access, full bath
Bunk bedroom has two twin-over-full bunk beds (total 2 single beds, 2 full beds)
Two queen bedrooms
Two portable memory foam folding twin beds (available upon request)
3 bathrooms on the main floor
Half bathroom and outdoor shower on the ground level by the pool

TVs in all bedrooms plus living room.
Fast internet with multiple wireless access points for devices and TV streaming.
Wired internet connections in all bedrooms and living room.
Parking for 4 cars.

For our safety and yours, there are security cameras on the outside of the property in numerous locations such as: driveway, west entry doors, ground floor breezeway, east porches, beach walkway and at the outside mechanical equipment.

Pool heat is available for an additional fee.

Minutes away you will find an 18-hole public golf course, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, Fort Fisher State Historic Museum, coffee at Happy Hippies or Crush and Grind and many family-friendly eateries. A Publix grocery store is 2.5 miles away.

Sol de Mar can conveniently adapt to your group. Unit A is the top floor of a two floor duplex. Rent the one unit (upper unit A) or both units as a "whole" that sleeps 29. Please note that because this property is a duplex, some parts of the ground level area will be shared by both floors of the property.

House rules:
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property.
- Kure Beach is a family aligned village where peaceful hours are stringently enforced by police.
- Minimum age of primary/onsite renter is 25 years old.
- No family pets/animals allowed on the property, but pet boarding is available locally.

We look forward to hosting you soon at Sol de Mar!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing. Traveling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the optimal vacation rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• To get the most suitable rental for your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Southport attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• In the Southport area, The earlier you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Some owners offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Find a copy of 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 local stories, visitors guide magazines contain discounts for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Select vacation dates and budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. New! Pool! Sleeps 14, Sol de Mar Oceanfront, huge views, modern, duplex unit A has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible online. If you don't see them listed, call the property manager before reserving the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to work out which bed configuration is optimal for your group.
• Does your family require special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

Advice for your stay:

• Put the manager's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make sure no damages are attributed to your family's visit, make note of any problem areas upon check in. Call the rental manager immediately to record your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents quite a few problems.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an incredible source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. 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 rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a wonderful vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was great, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.