Spring Specials - 3rd Row Beach - Pet Friendly - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to The Little Ray! NEWLY Renovated in 2025. 3 min. walk to the sand! 5 Minute walk to the boardwalk.

- Private coastal, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Full size kitchen. Downstairs beach bungalow in Carolina Beach. Note : The upstairs unit is a separate unit.

- 1 block from the beach and short bicycle ride to the boardwalk. Next door to local eateries, The Spot & Uncle Vinny's Pizzeria.

- Follow us on IG @casasinthecarolinas !
The space
- Freshly refreshed Downstairs unit with open floor plan makes this the ideal getaway for 1 or 2. Private 1st floor entrance, not upstairs. Note: Unit upstairs is a separate unit.

- The living space has a couch with chaise and accent chair for comfortable calming. WIFI throughout entire unit with intelligent TV. YouTube TV supplied.

- The kitchen is outfitted with essentials for cooking and a full sized refrigerator. Bistro table available for fast dinners or work from home vibes!

- Bedroom includes : 1 Queen Bed + Full Size Mirror + Blackout Curtains

- The back porch is an extension of the home with an outdoor living and dining area. Appreciate a sizeable backyard for pups and play. Note : It is not completely fenced in.

- Outdoor shower (with hot water) to rinse the salt off after a day at the beach!

- Pet friendly for friendly family pets! Please message us for pet approval PRIOR to booking. Non-returnable pet fee of $150 applies. Family Animals MUST be added to your reservation during the booking process to incorporate the pet fee into the total price. Limit is 2 dogs; no other animals allowed. Please review the home rules for our full pet policy.
Guest access
This is a shared property. This home is a duplex and the downstairs, ground level, unit is separately rented. Each space has its own private entrance and the spaces are not connected on the interior at all- there is no interior stairwell. There is separate assigned parking. The yard and outdoor shower is shared common space.
Other things to note
We are located next door to The Spot, a local restaurant. Great place to grab a drink, watch a game, or grab a meal. During their business hours they do play music and they have outdoor seating which creates noise. While we don’t find this disruptive during the day we have supplied a sound machine in the unit for simple sleeping.

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

2 total pets

Our top Southport vacation rental tips:

How to get the best value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Southport area. To get the best value, change your family's Southport trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer pleasant temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Southport vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers typically offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Many management companies supply Southport area travel guides which often include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Southport area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to choose the perfect rental home:

• Begin by selecting your a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Spring Specials - 3rd Row Beach - Pet Friendly has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible online. Otherwise, reach out to the host before you reserve the rental. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is suitable for your trip.
• If there's an individual Southport destination you love, keep an eye out for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater to your desires.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.

During your stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your . We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• To ensure that damages are not linked to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas during check in. Get in touch with the host right away to report any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or WIFI setup. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents a lot of problems.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great source for finding the best local spots.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• At departure, take a walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property one final time and scan for damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a terrific stay? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.