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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...

CB Sunshine Cottage | Pet Friendly + Fen...
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Carolina Beach - Remodeled Cottage! Charming Remodeled 3 bedroom,1 bath bungalow only 2.5 block from the public beach access. Conveniently located in the center of town and within walking distance to many stores & eateries. From the welcoming front...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Beautiful 2nd Row,4 BR/4 BA Home w/ Dock...
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Lucky Enough - 4 Bedroom 2 Full & 2 Half Bath House, Sleeps 10Unbelievable 2nd row home with extraordinary vistas of the ocean and sound. This striking home has been freshly refreshed, ready for your family to appreciate, and features 2 bedrooms...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Coastal Cottage Down: Charming Unit Only...

2 Bedrooms | 1 Full Bathroom1 King | 1 Double | 1 Double Sleeper CouchThis striking bungalow is equipped with everything you need. Ideal for your modest family gathering, this home is located only a min. from the beach. You can appreciate the waves...

  • Oak Island
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 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 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...

A Swell Life | Walking Distance to Ocean...
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Wake up feeling refreshed in this freshly remodeled, coastal-inspired, second floor home in the heart of Wrightsville Beach. Located within walking distance to the ocean, multiple local eateries, stores, and water sports, this home provides an...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Airlie Gardens

Arlie Gardens is home to a stunning collection of natural gardens and eye-catching artworks which continually impresses visitors to the Wilmington area. Established in 1901, and originally used as a private garden for the wealthy Pembroke family...

Bald Head Island

Located on the southern tip of the Cape Fear coastline, and jetting out into the ocean like a jewel of green land in a sea of blue, Bald Head Island is a beach vacation destination that is truly unique for its geography, history, and distinctive...

4 Bd/3+ Ba West side duplex: Gated commu...
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Pristine 4 Bedroom 3 1/2 bath West side of Duplex available to rent as separate or combine to rent the whole home and savor 8 bedrooms and 6 full, 2 half baths. Ideal for families. We provide a personalized Linen service for every week. You now...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

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...

Spacious oceanfront duplex with two kitc...

Bayview East & WestOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'There’s room for the whole group to gather when you rent both sides of this cavernous...

  • Holden Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Southport, NC Camping Guide

From picturesque beaches that straddle the state border, to sunny destinations found just inland of the Cape Fear River, the Southport region is dotted with an array of campgrounds that will entice visitors of all outdoorsy tastes. The options are...

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.

Dog-friendly home near the beach with am...

Tipsy RoosterOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'A fast walk to the beach right across the road, the Tipsy Rooster is the ideal place to settle...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Bring Your Dog to this Oceanfront Home a...

Linger Longer - 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath House, Oceanfront, Sleeps 8**New to the Rental Market**Bed Layout: 1K, 1Q, 2 BB T/T Sleeps 8Bedroom 1 - 1 KingBedroom 2 - 1 QueenBedroom 3 - 2 BB T/TNotable & Unique Features:- Direct beach access- Spectacular...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2025

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

Southport, NC Scenic Spots

Southport is a town that is renowned for beauty. With charming downtown streets that are lined with cottages and enticing boutiques, a range of paddling and walking trails, and miles of water in every direction, it’s no wonder that a favorite...

4 bedroom 2 bath central Wilmington

Updated four bedroom two bath Central Wilmington mins. to UNCW, Wrightsville beach and downtown fenced in yard wood floors washer and dryer cable and internet modest dog or cat is ok looking for monthly rental can be furnished or unfurnished

  • Wilmington
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Southport, NC History

Southport is one of the oldest communities in coastal North Carolina, and as such, the town has ties to virtually every major American event. From its initial discovery centuries ago by European explorers, to its role in the American Revolution and...

Southport, NC Fishing Guide

With a backbone in both commercial and recreational fishing, it should come as no surprise that fishing is big in Southport. This small community’s love of fishing is visible around every corner – from the specials boards of local...

Happy Clam Two, 5 min walk to beach

Summary:Happy as a Clam is a brand new 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom luxury townhouse constructed in 2022 with bespoke finishes throughout. Pride of ownership throughout this home, and we hope you feel welcome when you stay! Savor the reverse floorplan...

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

Visitors who want to take a break from Carolina Beaches' busy surfside scene, and instead enjoy its acres of wild, undeveloped territory, can pay a visit to the sprawling Carolina Beach State Park.

Enjoy a freshwater environment just a block or so away from the beach with a visit to Carolina Beach Lake Park. This public park is centered on the 11-acre freshwater lake, which was noted in the Guinness Book of World Records as being the closest...