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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...

The Sunset Bungalow- Dog Friendly-2.7 Mi...

Welcome to The Sunset Bungalow, located in the striking city of Wilmington, NC! Our dog friendly home is the ideal destination for those looking to experience the southern appeal of this historic city, located 2.7 miles from downtown. Our home is a...

  • Wilmington
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

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12 Bedrooms | 9 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom9 Kings | 1 Queen | 2 Double Bunkbeds | Queen Sleeper CouchLooking for a home that has it all? Look no further! Carolina Dreamin' is the ideal family hideaway. No one has to compromise in this...

  • Oak Island
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 30
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...

Mystic Mermaid (Formerly Jolly Roger II)...

Mystic Mermaid is a bright and welcoming 5 bedroom, 4 bath oceanfront beach bungalow, and is the ideal home for your carefree vacation!Decorated with a coastal feel throughout, your family can relax and spread out in the cavernous open-concept...

  • Holden Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
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...

2 BR condo w ocean view and multiple poo...
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Are you looking for dramatic vistas, multiple pools, and a location that accepts you to park once and walk everywhere while you are in Carolina Beach? Look no further as "The Salted Paloma" in the Sand Pebbles Condominium complex has all that and...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
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...

Crane's Landing - Riverfront

Welcome home to Crane's Landing on the Cape Fear River! Centrally located in Downtown Wilmington, you'll appreciate the walkability from this property. It has been newly refreshed with thoughtful touches throughout to make you feel right at home. ...

  • Wilmington
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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.

2 bedroom guesthouse with private fenced...

Family-Friendly and Pet-Friendly 2-Bedroom Guesthouse RetreatWelcome to our beautiful 2-bedroom guesthouse, ideal for families and pet lovers alike, located in the heart of Wilmington, NC. Whether you're seeking a family adventure, a charming...

  • Wilmington
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

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New to PROACTIVE Vacations - Escape to your own island haven at Pearl on a Strand, a roomy Oak Island home is just a fast walk or golf cart ride (available at additional cost*) from the shining beach. This idyllic setting is ideal for family...

  • Oak Island
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Large classic beach cottage - great for ...
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Nody's Place is the huge classic beach home your group is looking for! Nody's Place has plenty of space for the whole family to stretch out. There are enormous decks on the ground level, as well as a wrap around porch on the second level. When you...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

1st floor 3BR 2Bath Oceanfront Condo w/p...
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3 nighttime rental available during some periods of high season. High season weekly rate includes departure cleaning and linens. A returnable security deposit is required. Up to date 1st floor unit with 2 parking spaces. Both bathrooms of the...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Private Wrightsville Beach Retreat - Cha...

Discover the best of Wrightsville Beach from the comfort & convenience of this upgraded private getaway! Perfectly located in Summer Sands Suites just steps away from the water's edge, relax on miles of pristine shores, walk around the photogenic...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Cape Fear Riverboats

Narrated sightseeing tours, & private charters on the Cape Fear River. Featuring the Henrietta.  Cape Fear Riverboats is Wilmington NC’s longest continuously running cruise line. We’ve been in business since 1987 and are...

Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington

With more than four centuries of history, it’s understandable that some of Wilmington’s rich past lingers on, and visitors with a darker side can get face-to-face with some of these ghoulish legends via an entertaining and spine-tingling...

E-BIKE TOURS — An Experience For All Levels! Our goal is to make you feel like a local as you explore all Wilmington has to offer. If you’re looking to check out some of the best breweries in town, visit unique neighborhoods, and take in...

When driving or strolling past the Bellamy Mansion, visitors are often transported back to a different time, when the Antebellum South was in full prestige, and Wilmington was a bustling, pre-Civil War port town. Located on Market Street, just...

Visitors who want to explore the historic and story-rich streets of downtown Wilmington will find plenty of tour options, but arguably none are more unique than the Segway tours provided by acclaimed local provider, Cape Fear Segway Tours. With...

The Cotton Exchange has long attracted shoppers, foodies, and history buffs of all tastes, but few people know that this ancient collection of brick buildings that’s found alongside the Cape Fear River also has a darker side – a side...

Literary fans and writers will adore the Literary History Walking Tour - a cool tour that explores the streets of Downtown Wilmington from the point of view of some of the globe’s most famous scribes. Working in conjunction with Old Books on...

Beer lovers will be thrilled to discover that there’s a local Wilmington tour designed just for them – the Port City Brew Bus. Open to visitors who are 21 and older, this tour bus heads to three of the area’s top breweries where...

The town of Wilmington is well-known for its Hollywood connection, and has set the stage for hundreds if not thousands of movies and television shows over the past few decades. The pinnacle of this cinematic activity can be found at the local EUE...

Downtown Wilmington and history go hand-in-hand which is why Springbrook Farms Horsedrawn Tours, a tour company that uses a horse-drawn carriage to carry visitors around town, seems to fit right into the local scene. Breezing past the waterfront...

Sample the heart of Wilmington’s famed culinary scene with this tour that will make your taste buds celebrate a downtown exploration. The Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours is specifically catered for foodies, and provides a community-wide...

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...

Locally owned and operated Tour Old Wilmington shows visitors a unique side of the historic port city, as they are transported back in time by a costumed guide who will breathe life into the ancient buildings and cobblestoned streets that call...

Enjoy an educational yet fully engaging tour of historic Wilmington with a journey that starts with a Trip with Triplett. This local tour company is orchestrated by Robin, a retired social studies teacher who grew up in Wilmington and spent years...

Offering Wilmington's most unique and fun tours. Daily History and Architecture Tour. Wine Bar and History Stroll Thursday and Saturdays . Craft Brewery Crawl Sunday afternoons ( Brooklyn neighborhood).