Walkability A+ ! ? of CB. Close to beach, boardwalk, lake, restaurants! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1650 square feet

1650 SF condo with 2 assigned parking spots. SPACIOUS living area, kitchen and dining! Extra-sizable private balcony, ideal for keeping your beach stuff outside & safe. Great view of Lakeside events (ie. movies, bands, etc.) and the Christmas parade from your balcony!

Sleeps 6 in beds. Bedroom #1 has TWO queen beds, w/balcony access. Bedroom #2 (kids room) has a full size bed.

The unit comes equipped with a full-size washer & dryer, and a cavernous balcony with a view of the Carolina Beach Lake. This ideal location makes it painless to walk anywhere in a few mins., which saves on parking costs! Beach access, shopping, dining, recreation/bicycle units, (including beach wheelchairs) are all within about a block.

Free parking for 2 cars on the property (note, it's a little tight to fit two full size trucks, just FYI; there is an adjacent paid parking lot that currently charges $25 per day that also accepts for use of any "Town" parking lot on the Island). There is also one complimentary visitor spot but it's first come first served; therefore, not guaranteed. But plenty of options nonetheless!

With a south facing balcony, so long as the sun is out, you can relax and take in some rays any time of the day! You'll have some lake vistas and plenty of people watching to do during the busy season. Smell the burgers grilling, hear the sounds of vacation fun all around you! Walk back inside and savor the same vistas from your great room with three huge windows on 2 sides of your unit. You'll have the best seats in the home for Movies At The Lake (during season), and the Christmas tree lighting & the nighttime-time Carolina Beach Christmas parade (not to mention a view of the fireworks from your LR window and a peek at the beach ball drop on New Years Eve). No worries about finding a parking spot for any of these events because you're already there! And it's a walk in the park (literally) as you walk through the Saturday farmers/flea market and many other lakeside events and celebrations (May.-Oct). Carolina Beach Lake also has a paved walking/cycling trail, a walking story book, swing set, pavilion, picnic tables, charcoal grille, lookout sitting areas, and paddle boats.

And did we forget to mention that vast blue body of salt water that is only about 250 steps away?????????

Carolina Beach features a freshly modernized and colorful modest-town style boardwalk and walking strip with various unique stores, souvenir shoppes, eateries &, bars; as well as a close by event boat, boat launch, beach units, regatta and amusement park (during season). Down the road a bit is Kure Beach (and KB pier), the NC Aquarium, Fort Fisher (and FF history museum), and ferry boat access to the cozy town of Southport (where scenes from films such as Safe Haven, A Walk to Remember, I Know What you Did Last Summer and Dawson's Creek were filmed).

Skip the pitstop to the big chain coffee stores as you pass through Wilmington on your way to the beach because CB offers you 6 locally owned coffee stores to choose from (4 within walking distance). Want a "Friends" style coffee shop experience? Check out Majik Beanz. Want to try some creatively crazy good donuts with your "Carolina Sand" latte? Visit Wake-n-Bake (next to the Food Lion). Want to check out a hidden gem with locally roasted coffee beans and the best bacon-egg-cheese on brioche? Then hit up the North End Café. There are also 2 trendy coffee stores near the boardwalk (Mamala [great healthy fresh food choices too] and Crush & Grind (premium coffee, wine & craft beer). 2023 brings yet another extraordinary coffee shop (The Vault), this one with a enormous selection of wines and craft brews, and a drive-thru!

And you'll have too many eateries of many cuisines to choose from! Besides tons of great seafood choices, you'll also have plenty of Irish Pubs, Mexican, Italian, Indian, Chinese, Thai, burger & pizza joints, diners & local breweries to keep you wondering where to eat. The best ice cream (Squiggly's) on the island is 2 buildings away (we've had guests take an evening stroll for ice cream with their PJ's on). And be sure to check out Unique Boutique which has some interesting ladies apparel (also just a few steps up the street, opposite Squiggly's.)

Also on the island, you will find some of your well known chain stores and fast food joints (such as CVS, Walgreens, Dollar General (the nicest DG this side of I-95 in our opinion), Subway, Bojangles, Jimmy Johns, McDonalds, Hardees, 2 grocery stores (Food Lion and Publix) just to name a few. If you're in need of health and wellness services, there is an urgent care facility, and a few massage & hair/nail salons on the island. Although we appreciate Wilmington, there really is no need to go back OTB (over the bridge) once you've arrived on Pleasure Island!

Some "must-try," "must-do" or "must see before you leave" places to check out before you head back OTB are Britt's Famous Donuts on the boardwalk (established 1939), the Fat Pelican (voted #1 Dive bar in NC and #25 in the nation), Fort Fisher, the NC Aquarium, and definitely the ferry boat to Southport! But of course... since your condo is next door to the Hang Ten Grille; a fast bite to eat is always only a few steps away!

Thank you so much for taking the time to read through this description. If you've made it this far, then we hope you will take the next step and message us for more information or book directly via the Vacation Rental By Owner app or Vacation Rental By Owner partner booking site. ????

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School, or check out an event or a game at Legion Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the best rental home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in the Southport area. Booking a rental in Fall or Spring months is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties.
• In the Southport area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Some owners offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Property management companies usually offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Southport area visitor guides which will include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Filter your search:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Walkability A+ ! ? of CB. Close to beach, boardwalk, lake, restaurants! has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email or call the property owner before you book the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available before booking.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of dog or cat, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask your host about pet restrictions before booking.

More tips for your visit:

• Be sure you get the owner's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Speak to the rental manager right away to report your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be useful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers bothering your quiet neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check every room of the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a great time? Most rental management companies make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.