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-huge 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 roomy balcony with a view of the Carolina Beach Lake. This ideal location makes it simple 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 appreciate the same vistas from your great room with three enormous 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 marvelous coffee shop (The Vault), this one with a sizable 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 Kure 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 optimal Southport rental home experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Booking your vacation home in Fall or Spring months is our best tip for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. 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 high season.
• Some property managers offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

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Have a great stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental while you're away. Protect your property!
• Note any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if there is a dispute.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful visitors bothering your home life. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Upon check-out, complete a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget anything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can. If the property manager isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
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