Happy as a Clam! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3000 square feet

Welcome to Island Life! This coastal getaway offers modern amenities (8-9 guests, 4 bedrooms, 5 beds, 4.5 bath, 2,930 sq. ft. constructed in 2023) This roomy, open, airy modern design is ideal for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings, gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. TVs and full length mirrors in every bedroom, huge family room and electric fireplace for ambience, enormous dining table, completely equipped kitchen with wet bar. Just 6 blocks from the ocean, steps away from Island Greenway Walk/Bicycle Trail & Mike Chappell Park, (off-street trails, parks and spectacular areas),10-acre park and has something for everybody in the family, it is equipped with two tennis courts (Pickle Ball), basketball court, playground equipment, baseball, soccer field, skate park (freshly remodeled 8,000 sq. ft. skate park is complete with ramps, rails, and bowls). Some of the best fishing spots and broad hiking trails. Great eateries and shopping close by, 8 miles to the NC aquarium at Ft. Fisher, and 20 mins. to downtown Wilmington. Savor Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Willington Beach.

INDOOR LIVING: This open, airy modern design is ideal for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings to a gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. Substantial family room with 70” TV and electric fireplace for ambience, sizable dining table, cavernous entirely equipped kitchen with wet bar.

BEDROOMS: Bedroom 1 (Master downstairs) King Bed; Bedroom 2 King Bed; Bedroom 3 Queen Bed; Bedroom 4 Bunk Beds (1 full, 1 twin). Each bedroom is complete with full size bathrooms, ample closet space and TVs. Full length mirrors in Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3. Please note, one closet is locked up in master bath for owner's belongings, if you need to hang long dresses there is a spacious closet in entry hallway. Modest room for infant with portable crib, jungle gym, infant tub, high chair.

KITCHEN: Fridge, gas range, oven, dishwasher, microwave, wet bar, cooking basics and more, dishware, glassware, flatware, silverware, coffee maker, toaster, blender, crockpot, dish towels, starter paper products, napkins, paper towels and trash bags.

GENERAL: High-speed WiFi, central A/C & heating, ceiling fans, in-unit washer and dryer, linens & bath towels, beach towels, starter laundry detergent, hand soap, body wash, hangers, 4 hair dryers, 2 make up mirrors, iron/ironing board, keyless entry.

PARKING: Driveway (3 cars) Please note: no parking in garage, if you park on the street you may get a ticket. GARAGE IS OFF LIMIT!

GUEST ACCESS: Self-check-in with keyless entry upon arrival. You will find a intelligent lock at the front door and a code will be sent to you prior to your arrival.

OTHER: The huge, flat yard is generously landscaped and has an outdoor shower, high end brand new grille, four lounge chairs. Exterior cameras are placed at the front door and outside in the front. Outdoor dining set coming soon!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

The ice maker does not work, but there are plenty of ice trays in the freezer. Please fill trays with water before departure for the next quest.

Please clean grille after each use as it is not a part of the cleaning service.

Please make sure all doors are shut when you using the outside area.

Master closet is locked but there is a dresser in there and if you need to hang clothes you can use the closet in the hallway.

Garage is off limits and locked, 3 parking spaces in driveway, you cannot park on the road you may bet a ticket.

If water starts leaking in the master bath shower, there is a tool in the drawer by the toilet, you just lift up the drain and unclog the hair. The drain is modest so it clogs conveniently with hair, especially woman with long hair. It is an painless task.

DEPARTURE
Beach towels and all other bath towels must be washed and dried and put back, start one load of laundry of sheets requested by cleaning service. They only will do two loads of laundry. Please do not over suff the washer.

Also please make sure all pots/pans, wine glasses, etc. are washed and put away. Start the dishwasher before departure.

Please take out trash and recycling Monday nighttime, they come early Tuesday morning, bring trash cans back to the yard Tuesday. If you leave on any other day, please bring trash to the road.

Please turn off all lights and set air on 74 degrees, please close blinds.

Please make sure all doors and windows are locked.

We have keyless entry upon arrival. Please make sure you hit the lock button when you check out and leave the home at all times.

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips for getting the best vacation rental experience:

Sticking to your spending plan:

• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To get the best value, try shifting your family's Southport vacation week to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and even October offer warmer temperatures, fewer crowds, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites typically offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Southport visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain discounts for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Make a plan and choose yourvacation home:

• Begin by selecting trip dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Happy as a Clam! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property owner before reserving the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a rental that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type requirements. Some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction or event? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.

Advice for your stay:

• Get the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• At Check-in, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Re-check the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your group have a wonderful stay? Many rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.