Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk\nLinens Included! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 969 square feet

**Due to our security locks, we do not have the option for early check in OR late check outs**

Make sure to download the Vacation Rental By Owner APP on your phone! You Will Need it for Access information!

The Property address and your Access Code will be included from Vacation Rental By Owner (3) days before check in as well as visible and available in the Vacation Rental By Owner APP and the Welcome / Hospitality Guide.

Unwind at the Barefoot Mermaid, a 3BR 2BA bungalow getaway half a mile from the beach and only one mile from Carolina Beach’s best dining, recreation, and entertainment. Eateries for every taste. An old-fashioned Boardwalk with a Ferris wheel and amusement rides. Fireworks on the beach every Thursday. Free live music on Fridays. Lake Park, with a Saturday Farmers’ Market and complimentary outdoor movies on Sundays. All within one mile of this beach hideaway. The Island Greenway, a 1.2-mile cycling/walking path is a block from the home. Another block over is Mike Chappell Park, with tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, a skate park, and playground. A short drive away, visit the NC Aquarium, Ft. Fisher, Carolina Beach State Park, and the Kure Beach Pier for fishing and sightseeing.

**Bring your own Beach towels**

Back at the home, settle into the comfortable vintage-inspired living room.
Free WiFi keeps you connected, and the Intelligent TV lets you log into your favorite streaming services.
In the mood for tunes?
Connect your device to the stereo speakers with sub-woofer. Central A/C plus 5 ceiling fans will keep you cool.

Prepare meals in the entirely equipped kitchen, with full-size stove, oven, and refrigerator (w/ice-maker and filtered water), dishwasher, microwave, 2 coffee makers (drip and pod), convection toaster oven, crock pot, blender, dishware, cookware, and silverware. Serve in the light-filled dining area or at the kitchen counter. Out back, there’s a picnic table with umbrella, and a covered porch with rockers that are the ideal place to sit and listen for the ocean in the peaceful of the evening.

You have three bedrooms to choose from: Queen (w/shower bath), Queen (w/Intelligent TV), and Twin with simple-to-use trundle (sleeps 2).
The second bathroom has a tub/shower.
There is also a full-size washer/dryer.

The Barefoot Mermaid is your beach getaway—tucked out of the way, yet just mins. from the best Carolina Beach has to offer.
Cottage-style one-story living—no stilts, just three steps up to the entrance. Located in a peaceful residential neighborhood, the bungalow provides off-street parking for two or three cars, depending on size.

Bring your own beach towels, chairs, body boards, paddle-boards, surfboards, kayaks, bicycles, etc., and get ready to make some memories!

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this cottage. 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. 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 very best Southport vacation home experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• To find the best value, consider shifting your vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• In the Southport area, The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best properties are booked very early. Booking your vacation property six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Southport area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby shops and restaurants.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Choose vacation week and budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk\nLinens Included! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email or call the property manager before reserving the home. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out which bed configuration is best for your vacation family.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or applied to your agreement.

Advice for a great stay:

• We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas during check in. Speak to the property manager immediately to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent source for finding the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Just prior to departing, take a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a terrific stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.