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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...

Sandy Toes and Salty Kisses: Oceanfront ...
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5 Bedrooms | 4.5 Bathrooms 2 Kings | 6 Doubles | 1 Crib This broad oceanfront home offers plenty of room to stretch out and relax after a long day on the beach with three floors of living.The main, middle floor welcomes you to the kitchen finished...

  • Oak Island
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Experience coastal living at 'Hangin' At...

New to the Hobbs Realty rental program for 2025, this beautiful 2nd-row duplex is the ideal location for your next island vacation! This 3 bedroom/3 bathroom gem is refreshed and modern with coastal decor, an open floor plan, and natural light. Not...

  • Holden Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
The 7 Best Fishing & Beach Carts for 2025

For families travelling to the beach, or fishermen carrying tackle/coolers, a beach cart can be the best purchase of your vacation. These carts feature extra-wide wheels to move across soft sand, even when loaded. Carts are often built for specific...

 Breath taking views: New oceanfront 3BR...

Welcome to Ocean Oasis! Spend your time at Carolina Beach in an oceanfront duplex with an extraordinary deck overlooking the ocean, this unit on one level.Also check out our other unit on Vacation Rental By Owner 3830440.Amazing, unobstructed...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Wrightsville Beach Park

The sunny Wrightsville Beach Park, conveniently located in the heart of town, is a fantastic destination for an outdoor adventure that doesn't necessarily entail a trip to the beach. Adjacent to the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation's main...

The 10 Best Beach Canopies & Umbrellas for 2025

Beach canopies and umbrellas create shade, lower ambient temperatures and block UV rays on hot, sunny Summer days. Sitting under the canopy of a quality beach umbrella can make the difference between comfort and sweltering. When choosing an...

Brigantine: Oceanfront House in West Bea...
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4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms1 King | 3 Queens | 2 Doubles | 1 TwinThis vacation rental welcomes up to 2 dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.New composite oceanside deck and roomy outdoor hot and cold shower; new...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
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...

Downtown Southport, NC

Southport's downtown is a genuinely unique destination that combines all the charms of a laid-back coastal village with historic southern architecture and style. The end result is a collection of restaurants, museums, shops and services with a flair...

Walk to beach, wraparound porch, new boa...
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Simple check in/out with the new cargo lift for bags and supplies. Fish straight off the private deck or boat dock. Kayak, boat or jet ski in the canal and/or the inter coastal waterway. Or just appreciate the charming vistas of the coast while you...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Southport Educational Activities

Established in the 1700s, and boasting a landscape of unique coastal ecosystems, Southport is a prime destination to learn about the history, environment, and culture of the scenic Brunswick region. From unique museums and monuments, to outdoor...

Bald Head Island

Bald Head Island, a roughly 5 square mile southern North Carolina barrier island that extends into the Atlantic Ocean, may be a small and secluded island destination, but it makes up for its size with a world of exclusive and elite vacation style.

Rey Del Mar: Beautifully Decorated, Dog-...

4 Bedrooms | 4 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bath1 King | 3 Queens This vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.Flat screen 55" HDTV in living room and 37" flat screen in master bedroom with...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...

Southport, NC Rainy Day Activities

One of the great aspects about a cultured and unique destination like Southport is that the occasional rainy day never puts a damper on the fun. The town is brimming with unique attractions, shops, and activities that are perfect to enjoy on a rainy...

????Salty Hammocks A2: Oceanfront, Share...
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Reasons You Will Appreciate Salty Hammocks A2:* Oceanfront Condo * Incredible Vistas Throughout the Unit* In-Unit Washer/Dryer* Shared Pool, Two Parking Spaces* Amazing Location* Professionally ManagedWelcome to Salty Hammocks A2! This delightfully...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Our Home Away From Home! Large home with...
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Spectacular 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on Oak Island, NC, only a very short walk to the beach. 2 level home features a family room, entirely loaded kitchen, dining room, screened porch, 2 BRs and 2 baths on the main floor. 2nd floor has 2 more...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Southport, NC History

The lower Cape Fear region was explored in the 1521 and again in 1526 by the Spanish. They chose to move on, due to poor soil and lack of adequate fresh water supplies.

Southport, NC Activities for Kids

When it comes to activities for kids, Southport is a veritable playground. Stocked with unique public parks, a collection of shops, and ample places to explore, there’s no shortage of adventures waiting for visitors of all ages and interests...

THE BEST in OIB Ocean Front Canal Front ...

This is a brand new home for summer of 2023. Over 6,000+ square foot 12 bedroom 12 baths 2-1/2 bath home has everything !! A Alluring glass elevator overlooking the canal as you go up to amazing vistas of the ocean and intercoastal waterway...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 14 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 26
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...

Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns...

Colony II at Oyster Bay condo | fast WiF...
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Colony II - Unit 509Our calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Appreciate third-floor vistas and access to on-site, resort-style amenities at this roomy...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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 under the sun can enjoy an active excursion or just a day of splashing around at this all-encompassing amusement center.

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...

Arrowhead Park is a fun destination for Wilmington locals and visitors alike to take a break from the waves, and dive into a little outdoor entertainment outside the waterfront realm. Located just south of the heart of the Wilmington, and easy to...

The Children's Museum of Wilmington, located in historic Downtown Wilmington on Orange Street, is an ideal destination for adventurous kids who want a day full of imagination exploring the world of art, science, and even pirates! Designed...

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.

Sometimes a name says it all, and the Museum of the Bizarre is a short but engaging trip through some of Wilmington’s more unusual chapters in history. A popular destination for weird-loving visitors and film buffs, the museum has a host of...

Wilmington’s youngest visitors can enjoy a full morning, afternoon or summertime camp of fun at Power of Play – a cool and entertaining destination for playground-worthy fun in an indoor setting. A perfect destination for rainy days...

Tucked away on the edge of the Cape Fear River just a few miles south of Downtown Wilmington, the River Road Park is a popular launching point for a myriad of adventures that can range from kayaking and boating expeditions, to just enjoying the...

Join one of Hollywood East's most entertaining & self-important insiders on the Hollywood Location Walk. It's a 90-minute movie and TV show extravaganza through one of America's largest living film sets. See real Wilmington locations, props...