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Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

Stunning Ocean Front Home W/ Private Poo...
5.0
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The Wave is directly on the beach with a pool and professional decorated. For the 2025 season brand new kitchen and bathrooms. This modern beach heaven brings it all home at Holden Beach with its own private heated pool surrounded by palm trees and...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Station One - 4E Coulter-Oceanfront cond...
4.7
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Once you spend time in this open refreshed 2 BR, 2 bath, 4th floor unit you will NOT want to leave. There are no alarms, no schedules, just focus on the sights, the sounds and the feel of the ocean! Rest Unwind Regroup!!!! The kitchen features...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Southport Marsh Walk

Nature lovers who want to take an in-depth and self-guided exploration of Southport's wild terrain can take an easy stroll down the "Marsh Walk." This long boardwalk that begins along Brunswick Avenue on the edges of the busy downtown ends...

Beach House OKI - King Suite in hotel on...

The Beach House Motel & Suites is a comfortable, cozy, clean, and economical boutique property for the ideal vacation. With the ideal Oak Island accommodations for every style, The Beach House Motel & Suites offers 22 units, including ten...

  • Oak Island
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Carolina Beach Boardwalk

The Carolina Beach Boardwalk is the place to go for family-oriented or even late-night fun after a sunny day on the beach. Noted as one of the top 10 boardwalks in America by Food & Wine magazine, this classic oceanside boardwalk features a...

Southport, NC Boating Guide

With a location on the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway, the Cape Fear River, the Elizabeth River, and even the Atlantic Ocean, Southport is a paradise for mariners. The town and the surrounding area is stocked with unique shops, restaurants, and...

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"Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 4 managed by Dale and Salt Water Real Estate may be just the home away from home you are looking for! "Vitamin Sea Suites" are a collection of zero- and one-bedroom comfortable condo's that are a walk from our sandy...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Top 10 Southport, NC Attractions

Southport is a stunning town where every waterfront turn or historic street corner can serve as its own charming attraction. Filled with picturesque outdoor landscapes, a collection of historic sites, and a myriad of unique shopping and dining...

Top 10 Things to do in Southport, NC

Southport is a charming coastal town where shopping, dining, history, and just enjoying a waterfront breeze are all celebrated on a daily basis. And while it’s tempting to just find a shaded front porch, settle in, and admire the view &ndash...

 Coastal Haven: Private Pool With Hot Tu...

Welcome to our opulent 6-bedroom getaway in Carolina Beach! Perfectly located near the boardwalk this roomy home offers modern amenities that blend seamlessly with coastal appeal. After a day of sun and surf, getaway to the rooftop terrace to watch...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area

Enjoy miles of pristine beaches, salt marshes, and scenic views in every direction with a visit to Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. Located just south of Kure Beach, and renowned for its 6 miles of undeveloped shoreline, this sunny beach...

Best Surf Fishing Gear for 2025

Once you have your coastal recreational fishing license in hand, it’s time to start thinking about gear. Anglers will find tons of options when it comes to equipment for casting into the surf, from custom designed rods and reels at local...

•Full Kitchen •W/D• Parking• Net...

"Location amazing & condo was clean. Highly recommend!"• 5th Floor | Private balcony with 180• river vistas• Heart of downtown, close by historic district • Walkable to eateries, bars, and shopping! • Garaged parking for 1• Stocked and...

  • Wilmington
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Southport City Dock

Renowned as a small but substantial piece of Southport’s history that was almost lost in the wake of 2016’s Hurricane Matthew, the Southport City Dock reopened to grand acclaim in the 2021, and has regained its reputation as a popular...

Brunswick Islands Beach Rules & Guidelines

The Brunswick Islands offer a number of communities where enjoying the beach is always a breeze. From the small town of Caswell Beach to the enticing and hopping town of Ocean Isle, here’s everything you need to know about enjoying this...

Sawyer's Shore Shack: Spacious, Modern S...

6 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms3 Kings | 3 Queens | 1 Twin-Over-Double Bunk Bed | 1 Twin TrundleLined with modern furnishings throughout, this home was completely refreshed in 2022, with a private pool added for 2025 (photos coming soon)! Go to The Point...

  • Oak Island
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
Oceanfront Beach Cottage with Direct Bea...

Welcome to Sandy Toes, your oceanfront hideaway! This appealing three-bedroom, three-bath beach bungalow offers unobstructed ocean vistas and a private beach boardwalk that’s just steps away from the shoreline. Located on Peppervine Trail and...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Wilmington Riverfront Park

Riverfront Park, which encompasses a decent chunk of the popular Downtown Riverwalk, is a scenic region which will lure visitors into pulling up a bench seat, staying a while, and enjoying the miles of Cape Fear River views on the horizon.

Oak Island, NC Vacation Guide

Visitors will find an easy-to-get-to beach paradise at Oak Island, an expansive but peaceful retreat that's located an easy drive away from Wilmington, Southport, and other inland North Carolina communities. Both the main town and the island itself...

Knot Far from Everything

Welcome to Knot Far where you are walking distance from anywhere because you are ‘knot far’ from everything our little island has to offer! Recently remodeled one bedroom condo and centrally located. You can appreciate water vistas from either...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Southport, NC Shelling Guide

Southport can easily serve as a launching point for a myriad of shelling adventures. From this small community on the Cape Fear River, visitors can board a ferry to Bald Head Island, Fort Fisher, or even take a cruise to smaller and lesser-known...

Southport, NC Kayaking Guide

Surrounded by creeks, rivers, and coastal terrain, Southport is understandably a dream destination for kayakers of all varieties. From this central and slightly inland launching point, visitors can cruise past towering trees and deep maritime...

Mermaid’s Landing - 3 Bedrooms with Pr...
5.0
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New for 2024: new patio and deck and photos coming soon. Bedrooms/ 2.5 Baths: 3 Queen beds, 1 Twin bunk bed. Savor this comfortable home located near everything but separate enough to offer you a private getaway! Plenty of room to entertain in the...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Long Leaf Park

Long Leaf Park is a centrally located public park that features a wealth of natural beauty and scenery, as well as plenty of activities to keep park-goers of all ages engaged. Located just south of the UNCW campus, and easy to reach for visitors...

Wilmington Riverwalk

The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington is a showstopper of a stroll that is a distinctive attraction all its own. Originally conceived in the 1980s as a way to generate more interest and tourism to the Cape Fear River waterfront regions of...

Greenfield Lake Park is known as one of Wilmington’s coolest and most scenic destinations, and is a vast public park that’s located just south of the historic downtown area. Located on the western edge of Greenfield Lake, and just a...

Halyburton Memorial Park is a perfect respite for visitors who want to take a break from the busy Downtown Wilmington shopping, dining and attractions, and just relax amidst the natural ponds and unique rolling sand hills, and watch the wildlife...

Take a walk on the Cape Fear’s wild side with a visit to the Ev-Henwood Nature Preserve – a scenic 174-acre natural area that’s a prized component of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Located just outside the busy...

Halyburton Park, (also known by its formal name of Halyburton Memorial Park), is a 58-acre nature preserve that features a lengthy biking and hiking trail, a number of public facilities, and a scenic glimpse into the local foliage and wildlife that...

It's easy to miss the Bluethenthal Wildflower Preserve. Located on the outskirts of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington's campus, this preserve was all but wiped away by the 1970s due to encroaching development. Thanks to the perseverance...

Situated in a quiet and primarily residential corner of the city of Wilmington, the James E.L. Wade Park is a surprising and engaging destination for locals and visitors alike who want to experience the Great Outdoors of the Cape Fear region.