SL1501L: Starfish Cottage Lower: Oceanfront, Dog-Friendly Vintage Cottage - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 560 square feet

This dog-friendly, beachfront bungalow with tons of vintage appeal is in a prime location in Carolina Beach. Appreciate painless and fast public beach access just steps from your door, or sit on your back patio with a cup of coffee to take in an striking sunrise, or savor the gorgeous ocean vistas and breezes while sipping a drink under the palm tree. When you are hungry or thirsty, take a short walk to Granny’s to appreciate a tasty southern breakfast or to the Ocean Grille & Tiki Bar for dinner and drinks. Uncle Vinnie’s Pizzeria and The Spot Bar are just a few blocks away. This property is located close to downtown Carolina Beach with all its amenities.

Parking for this property is on the grass behind the home. You use the driveway on the right side of the home to get to the lot at the back of the home. The parking lot to the left of the property is a public lot and requires a parking pass or pay-for parking.


*Please note this is only the LOWER floor of this bungalow and not the entire home*

GENERAL
Heating and Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
Parking for 1 Car
Right next to Public Beach Access and Parking (No Private Beach Access)
Dog Friendly (up to 2 dogs with fee per dog)


KITCHEN
Microwave
Dishwasher
Fridge
Oven
Stove

LIVING ROOM
Flat Screen TV
Couch
Chair
Ceiling Fan
Access to Patio with Seating

LAUNDRY
Front Loading Washer and Dryer

BEDROOM 1
Queen Bed
Flat Screen TV
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM 2
Queen Bed
Flat Screen TV
Ceiling Fan

BATHROOM
Tub/Shower Combo

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Four Hounds Distilling are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carolina Beach and Halyburton Park. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School 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 allowed

Tips to get the optimal Southport vacation property experience:

When to reserve a Southport rental & When to go:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in the Southport area. To find the best value, consider shifting your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guides contain discounts for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Narrow your rental Search:

• First, have your group select dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. SL1501L: Starfish Cottage Lower: Oceanfront, Dog-Friendly Vintage Cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Southport vacation rental search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property manager before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• If your group is bringing pets, filter your search for a property that allows animals. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a specific Southport destination you long to visit, search for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your phone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent quite a few issues.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are away, just like you would back home.
• To ensure that no damages are linked to your visit, note any problem areas when you arrive. Make contact with the host immediately to document any issues. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors bothering your peaceful home life. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the property a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a fantastic stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.