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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...

Oak Island Condo - Walk to the Beach!
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Boasting a private balcony, a well-equipped kitchen, and an unbeatable location, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation rental has all the amenities of home while still offering close by fun and excitement. Spend your days exploring the surrounding...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 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...

Hobbs Realty - Oceanfront w/Two Living R...
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Coastal relaxation at its best can be found here at "Turtle Twins" where the unobstructed ocean vistas will leave you seeing double!The cavernous kitchen has everything you need to prepare your catch of the day! Sip your morning coffee on one of the...

  • Holden Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 22
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...

45 Union - Summers Dream - Canal Home
  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
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...

E-Sea Living by the sea

Slide on your flip flops and head down to Carolina Beach to savor a weekend of “E-Sea Living”. With 4-bedrooms, 3-bathrooms, and a phenomenal outdoor entertaining area that includes a wood burning fire pit make this townhome the ideal setting...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

Breathtaking Ocean and Sound front views...
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Our home is located in a private, gated community containing ten home sites with individual boat slips and a private, in-ground, lighted salt water pool and spa. All bedrooms have either oceanfront or soundfront vistas. The home has a front porch...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
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.

Fish, Swim & Unwind: Retreat in Ocean Is...

Remote Work Friendly | Close to Eateries & Stores | 4 Mi to Sunset Beach Fishing PierSunrise surf sessions, oceanside strolls, and all-day coastal adventures await at this Ocean Isle Beach vacation rental! Complete with modern amenities, a private...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Pond-front condo near beach with balcony...
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Salty Dog'sOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'You’ll savor the best of both worlds at this comfortable second-floor condo - a peaceful, setting...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The Hive 205 Sweeter

Urban, loft-style king suite at the beautiful boutique hotel, The Hive. No details were spared in this luxury king suite featuring original exposed brick walls, high 12ft ceilings, a modern kitchen with handsome quartz countertops and stainless...

  • Wilmington
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Waterfront luxury and relaxation in Oak ...

A Shore ThingOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'estled in the beautiful coastal town of Oak Island, NC, this gorgeous waterfront home managed by...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

DR 2111 - Gorgeous condo, oceanfront dec...
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Come see what repeat guests and locals know. Duneridge Resort is the ideal spot for your family get away! This pretty, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo has been refreshed for your upcoming stay. Delightfully furnished with a king size bed in the master...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 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.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2014, the Cameron Art Museum has grown over the past five decades into one of coastal North Carolina's premier collections of regional, national and international art, filling virtually every corner of its gallery...

Battle House is a mission-based laser tag center that takes the traditional laser tag game to the next level. Suitable for adults and older kids, as well as private and corporate parties, the facilities feature 10,000 square feet of...

Cardinal Lanes Beach Bowl is an expansive bowling center where amateurs and pros alike can test their skills in a fun and family-friendly environment. Perfect for afternoon or evening games, as well as private parties and celebrations, this...

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...

Enjoy a range of both indoor and outdoor fun with a visit to the enticingly named DefyGravity Wilmington. A unique trampoline park that’s home to a wealth active entertainment, this centrally located fun center is a great destination for...

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...

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...