Stunning Family Getaway - Water Views, Easy Boat Launch - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2450 square feet

This gorgeous Carolina Beach home is a great escape. Appreciate handsome water vistas from all levels in a peaceful residential neighborhood. Located on NC's inter-coastal waterway, there's painless access to a public launching dock for boaters. Just mins. to striking sandy beaches and an simple walk to a 761-acre coastal park with some of the state's best fishing spots and broad hiking trails. Great eateries close by, 8 miles to the NC aquarium at Ft. Fisher, and 20 mins. to downtown Wilmington's attractions.

With 4 Bedrooms and 4 1/2 Baths, a completely equipped kitchen and dining room, handsome living area with gas fireplace, and an additional gathering/game room, Casa Carioca sleeps 8 comfortably. There are 6 outdoor balconies for appreciating your morning coffee or evening beverage and a private backyard for your family escape. An elevator is available.

MASTER SUITE #1: Located on the second level, this suite offers a firm king size bed, a walk-in closet, 50-inch TV and private access to its own porch with water vistas. The spa like bathroom includes two sinks and a cavernous shower with bench seating.

MASTER SUITE #2: Also located on the second level, this suite offers a plush king size bed with a Therapedic TruCool 3-inch bed topper. There is a huge walk-in closet, a 50-inch TV and private access to its own porch with peaceful neighborhood view. The ensuite bathroom includes a roomy shower with bench seating.

GUEST BEDROOM #3: Located on the first level, this suite offers a plush queen bed with SensorPedic 4-inch Gel Memory Foam bed topper. There is an ensuite bathroom with shower, a 50-inch TV and access to the porch overlooking the back yard.

GUEST BEDROOM #4: Located on the first level, this bedroom offers a firm queen bed and 50-inch TV. There is a hall bathroom with soaking tub right next door to the bedroom.

KITCHEN AND DINING: The spacious kitchen comes entirely equipped with appliances including coffee maker, blender, toaster, KitchenAid mixer, waffle maker and crock pot. There is a 5-burner gas stove and oven, refrigerator with ice maker, in island microwave and dishwasher. The enormous dining table comfortably seats eight with additional seating for three at the kitchen island. Patio door leads out to a porch with bistro table and chairs and a beautiful view of the neighborhood.

LIVING AREA: The living space includes comfortable seating, a gas fireplace, a 65-in TV, and some of the best vistas in the home. A pair of bar stools make great conversation possible with the kitchen. Patio door leads out to a spacious porch with outdoor seating and access to the crows nest.

GAME ROOM/SITTING ROOM: On the first level, at the entrance to the townhome, you'll find an additional area for gaming, reading or enjoying the 65-inch TV. There is also a mudroom area for leaving shoes, beach towels or jackets.

GROUND LEVEL: Park up to 4 cars underneath the home. Beach chairs and body boards for your use are in one of the ground level storage spaces. There's an outdoor shower for rinsing off the sand from your day at the beach. A sizable, private back yard provides additional space for an evening under the stars.

GUEST AMENITIES: We provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryers and makeup remover. Coffee and tea welcome you to our home. A portable Bluetooth speaker provides music anywhere in the home or on the porches. There is a full-size washer and dryer on the second level of the home.

FAMILY FRIENDLY: There's plenty to do for kids of all ages. However, because our vacation home is on three levels, it may not be suitable for infants and toddlers. For their safety, we do not allow kids to ride the elevator without an adult.

CLEANING STANDARDS: We take immense pride in the cleaning of our home so rest assured that the home not only follows recommended guidelines but exceeds them.

* We sanitize high-touch surfaces, down to the doorknobs.

* We use cleaners and disinfectants approved by global health agencies, and wear protective gear to help prevent cross-contamination.

* We clean each room using extensive cleaning checklists.

* We provide additional cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay.

* We comply with local laws, including any additional safety or cleaning guidelines.

COMFORT AND SAFETY: Heating and air conditioning are available in the home along with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. A whole home water softening system and reverse osmosis water filtration system provides additional comfort. You won't need to haul bags of ice or buy bottled water for drinking or cooking.

Exterior cameras are placed at the front door, back porch and parking level for home security. There are no cameras inside the home.

Unwind, soak up the water vistas, and appreciate all the area has to offer at Casa Carioca!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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 Tregembo Animal Park 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

Southport rental home tips and tricks:

When to book a Southport rental & When to go:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. To book the largest rental home within your budget, we suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular Southport attractions. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Some property managers offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief 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 doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guides have money saving offers on local restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Choosing and booking a perfectrental home:

• Start by having your group commit to vacation dates and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Stunning Family Getaway - Water Views, Easy Boat Launch has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally accessible on booking pages. If not, email or call the property manager before reserving your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to work out which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Some rentals allow pets, but some do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property management company about your furry family members before booking.

Tips for your stay:

• Add the owner's contact information to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• At Check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately alert the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents lots of issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can frequently help. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected everything. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a terrific stay? Most rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or host was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.