General Features[>
- Arcade/game room
- Video games
- 1.5 bathrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Bathtub or shower
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Bed sheets provided
- Birdwatching nearby
- Blender
- Bulk dispenser for toiletries
- Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Children's books
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's games
- Children's toys
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Deadbolt lock
- Dining room
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- English
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Free WiFi
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Highchair
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Iron/ironing board
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Laundry facilities
- Living room
- Local artist showcase
- Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
- Marina nearby
- Microwave
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near laundromat
- Near the sea
- No elevators
- No pets allowed
- On the beach
- Onsite parking
- Outdoor furniture
- Oven
- Patio
- Power boating nearby
- Recycling
- Refrigerator
- Scuba diving nearby
- Shampoo
- Smart TV
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Snorkeling nearby
- Soap
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Uses some LED lighting
- Washing machine and dryer
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
Stay just 27 steps from the beach in a fun retro Carolina Beach hideaway with ocean vistas, a rooftop deck, and a secret game room hidden behind a concealed door. This second floor home blends 50s/60s beach home appeal with modern amenities, plus private parking, a gas grille, record player, and TVs in every bedroom. Finest of all, your stay includes daily beach setup with a huge umbrella and two lounge chairs waiting for you on the sand.
➝ Beach-Side Location – 27 steps makes simple beach access and fast trips back to the home
➝ Ocean Vistas – Appreciate vistas from the rooftop deck, front porch, and bedrooms
➝ Secret Game Room – Hidden entrance with Pac-Man, TV, beanbags, games & steel drum
➝ Rooftop Deck – Unwind, appreciate your coffee, the ocean breeze and check the surf
➝ Beach Setup Included – Umbrella & 2 lounge chairs included (9:30 AM–7 PM depending on weather), just bring down your supplied beach towels
➝ Retro Beach Vibes – Fun 50s/60s design with modern conveniences
➝ Family Friendly – Pack 'n Play, high chair, kids' dishes, toys, games & reading materials plus the secret room is a humongous hit for the kiddo's
➝ Entertainment – TVs in each bedroom, record player & Bluetooth speaker
➝ Full Kitchen – Totally equipped and outfitted for meals at home
➝ Gas Grille – Propane supplied
➝ Outdoor Living - Cozy spaces for calming and dining
➝ Washer + Dryer – Available inside the home
A quick note about access: The home is located on the second level and is accessed by stairs. There is no step-complimentary entrance.
➝ Central A/C + Heat
➝ Private Driveway – Parking for up to 2 cars
➝ Outdoor shower, ideal for rinsing off after a day at the beach (Shared conveniences)
➝ Luggage Racks – Supplied in both bedrooms
➝ Public Beach Access - Less than 100–200 ft
➝ Ocean Grille & Tiki Bar - 2 min walk
➝ Carolina Beach Lake Park – ~0.5 mile
➝ Downtown Wilmington – ~15 miles
➝ Wilmington International Airport (ILM) – ~19–24 miles
Guest Access:
The home is located on the second level and is accessed by stairs. There is no step-complimentary entrance.
➝ Bedroom 1 – 2nd Floor: King Bed + TV + Ocean Vistas
➝ Bedroom 2 – 2nd Floor: Two Twin Beds + TV + Surfboard-themed décor + Ocean Vistas
➝ Bathroom 1 – 2nd Floor: Full bathroom with shower/tub
The neighborhood:
Savor being close to some of the area's most trendy attractions, eateries, shopping, and everyday essentials!
➝ Carolina Beach Boardwalk – ~1 mile
Enjoy the classic oceanside boardwalk with eateries, stores, entertainment, and seasonal amusement rides.
➝ The Veggie Wagon – ~0.5 mile
Local specialty grocery and gourmet food shop.
➝ Publix Super Market – ~2 miles
Convenient for groceries and everyday essentials.
➝ Food Lion – ~2 miles
Another close by grocery option for stocking up during your stay.
➝ Carolina Beach State Park – ~2 miles
Hiking, fishing, boating, nature trails, and handsome coastal scenery.
➝ Kure Beach – ~1 miles
A quieter neighboring beach community ideal for exploring.
➝ North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher – ~4 miles
See sharks, sea turtles, otters, rays, and other marine life. (check to make sure it isn't closed for renovations first)
➝ Fort Fisher State Historic Site – ~4 miles
Explore the historic Civil War site and learn more about the area's history.
➝ Fort Fisher State Recreation Area – ~4 miles
Enjoy elegant beaches, nature trails, and outdoor activities.
➝ Downtown Wilmington – ~15 miles
Explore the historic riverfront, eateries, stores, museums, and entertainment.
➝ Wilmington International Airport (ILM) – ~20–24 miles
Approximately a 35–45 min. drive depending on traffic
Getting around:
Car optional. Flip-flops encouraged.
By surfboard: The ocean grille and tiki bar is about a 100-yard surf away.
By Italian Ice cart: Stay put - it comes to you on the beach.
By foot: Many island favorites are an painless walk away.
Please note:
- Please keep in mind that this is a modest comfortable beach home with smaller bedrooms and a compact kitchen. The trade-off is the amazing oceanfront location and easy beach access!
- This unit is on the second level and requires stairs to access.
- After booking, we'll send a short rental agreement to review and sign so everybody has the same information about the home, home rules, and safety guidelines.
Beach Setup: Your stay includes an umbrella and two lounge chairs with a drink holder, set up daily from roughly 9:30 AM–7 PM through the fall, weather permitting. Setup may be canceled when conditions are too windy for safety.
Beach Units: Guests receive 20% off additional units through our local beach rental company, including bicycles, e-bicycles, surfboards, surf lessons, surf camps, and more. Please message us about this for more information.
No Animals Accepted!
About the Area
Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Know Before you Go
This property does not have elevators
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Nearby Restaurants
- Kate's Pancake House - 1.0 miles
- Malama Cafe - 1.1 miles
- Pop's Diner - 1.1 miles
- Lazy Pirate Island Sports Grill - 1.4 miles
- Grannys Country Kitchen - 0.1 miles
- Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar - 0.2 miles
- Uncle Vinny’s Pizzeria Ristorante - 0.4 miles
- Hang Ten Grill - 0.8 miles
Nearby Activities
- Kure Beach Pier - 0.8 miles
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 1.3 miles
- Kure Beach Ocean Front Park & Pavilion - 1.4 miles
- Carolina Beach Pier - 2.8 miles
- Freeman Park - 2.8 miles
- Fort Anderson - Old Brunswick Town - 3.0 miles
- Carolina Beach State Park - 2.0 miles
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 3.4 miles
Nearby Shopping
- The Veggie Wagon - 0.7 miles
- Squigleys - 0.9 miles
- CB Surf Shop - 0.9 miles
- Pleasure Island Rentals - 1.1 miles
- Saltwater Surf Art Gallery - 1.1 miles
- Sandal Factory - 1.1 miles
- Sandal Factory - 1.1 miles
- Celtic Creamery & Seaside Shenanigans Boutique - 1.2 miles
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