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Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Dock in the backyard! 5 min walk to the ...

4 BR/ 2 BA Unfurnished located on canal on Ocean Isle Beach, great location with direct access to ICW for boating and direct access to Beach via public access, property features sizable rear deck offering vistas of the canal & ICW.Bedrooms...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

SOUTHERN COMFORT: ON the BOARDWALK, OCEA...

Southern Comfort @ The Cabana is on the BOARDWALK, OCEANFRONT and GATED with POOLS, ELEVATOR and PARKING! Upgraded and refreshed two bedroom, 2 full bath, top floor elevator accessible unit, ON THE BOARDWALK, directly in the center of town and...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Bird Island Reserve

Visitors who take a trip to the very southern tip of the North Carolina coastline will be treated to a wild landscape where the local wildlife thrives – the Bird Island Reserve. Situated on the border of North and South Carolina, this...

Ocean-View Condo w/ Deck, Steps to Carol...
4.8
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Discover everything Carolina Beach has to offer from the comfort of this 2-bed, 2-bath beachfront vacation rental. This nautical first-floor condo provides you with broad ocean vistas from the private balcony and access to a community pool. For your...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Intracoastal Waterway - Cape Fear Area

Mariners of all varieties will find that the Intracoastal Waterway in this corner of coastal North Carolina has a lot to offer visitors and locals alike. Following the Cape Fear coastline, and bypassing a myriad of cool towns and attractions along...

Top 10 Things to do in the Cape Fear area

New visitors may find that making a list of things to do during a packed Cape Fear vacation seems, initially, like an impossible task. With a wealth of incredible attractions, activities, and stunning landscapes, it’s hard to narrow down the...

FINS N' Scales / 115 Seaside Dr ~ Privat...
5.0
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Updates for Spring 2025 includes floor, furnishings and TV's. Great Dune Home with private pool! This 4-bedroom, 3 and 1/2 bath home (sleeps 10) is ideal for your family's beach vacation. Entirely equipped kitchen, TVs are streaming only, DVD, WIFI...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Cape Fear Educational Activities

Visitors who want to transform a vacation into a learning experience that will delight “students” of all ages will adore the Cape Fear area. Home to a wealth of museums, iconic sites, and natural attractions, there’s always an...

Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns...

4 Mi to Wrightsville Beach: Townhome in ...

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | 8 Mi to AirportImmerse yourself in the coastal appeal of Wilmington at this gorgeous 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental! Start your day with a delicious breakfast prepared in the full kitchen and coffee adored out on the...

  • Wilmington
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Masonboro Island Coastal Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Coastal Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...

Oak Island, NC Vacation Guide

Visitors will find an easy-to-get-to beach paradise at Oak Island, an expansive but peaceful retreat that's located an easy drive away from Wilmington, Southport, and other inland North Carolina communities. Both the main town and the island itself...

Perfect Private Oceanfront Getaway Carol...
3.3
(3)

Discover the very best of Carolina Beach from the comfort & convenience of this upgraded private getaway! Perfectly located less than 20 mins. from Wilmington and just steps away from the water's edge. Savor resort amenities, take a walk along the...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Freeman Park

The northernmost coastal region of Carolina Beach is home to the Freeman Park Recreation Area, a stretch of shoreline that is well known to adventurous, beach-loving 4WD truck owners. Unlike other stretches of the barrier islands off the coast of...

Cape Fear Vacation Rentals

The Cape Fear area – from Wilmington to Southport – is brimming with accommodation options. With a far-reaching range of campgrounds, motels and hotels, and resorts, visitors will find no shortage of places to stay, regardless of whether...

A Real Southern Charm- Dog Friendly- les...
4.9
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Discover your home-away-from-home with this adorable 2 bed, 2 bath home. Perfectly sized at 900 sq. ft. for a modest family or two couples, this cute and comfortable getaway offers all you need to relax and savor your stay.Each bedroom comes...

  • Wilmington
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Waterfront with Ocean Views, Private Pie...
4.9
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Thank you for viewing our property! The search for the ideal, bespoke-style Oak Island beach home is over—you’ve found the Hidden Oasis! What makes it so special? There are impressive ocean, canal, and wild-life pond vistas, a 266-foot private...

  • Oak Island
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Southport Marsh Walk

Nature lovers who want to take an in-depth and self-guided exploration of Southport's wild terrain can take an easy stroll down the "Marsh Walk." This long boardwalk that begins along Brunswick Avenue on the edges of the busy downtown ends...

Bald Head Island

Bald Head Island, a roughly 5 square mile southern North Carolina barrier island that extends into the Atlantic Ocean, may be a small and secluded island destination, but it makes up for its size with a world of exclusive and elite vacation style.

Cozy Downtown Condo with River Views

Summary:Appreciate our comfortable condo located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, steps away from the Riverwalk, shopping, dining, and nightlife. Only a short drive from Wrightsville Beach, Carolina beach, Kure Beach, and Battleship...

  • Wilmington
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Oak Island Lighthouse

The Oak Island Lighthouse and Coast Guard station have a long history together, and the tall lighthouse tower stands as a welcoming beacon to visitors who head to these picturesque shores. As the newest lighthouse in North Carolina, the distinctive...

Cape Fear Shelling Guide

The Cape Fear shoreline is one of the most unique shorelines in North Carolina. Comprising of both hopping beach towns as well as delicate barrier islands that are completely undeveloped, the sheer diversity of the area beaches make them an enticing...

The Lumina at The Tarrymore

Summary:Located at the corner of front and main in downtown Wrightsville Beach, the WB Abodes team is happy to introduce 'The Tarrymore'. Its name stems from the iconic hotel that sat on the corner of Lumina Ave and Stone street in the early...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Southport Pier and RIverwalk

Cap off a leisurely day of exploring Southport with a scenic walk along the waterfront, courtesy of the Southport Pier and Riverwalk.  Located on the edge of Howe and Bay Streets, and therefore easy to reach for veritably any Downtown Explorer...

Airlie Gardens

Arlie Gardens is home to a stunning collection of natural gardens and eye-catching artworks which continually impresses visitors to the Wilmington area. Established in 1901, and originally used as a private garden for the wealthy Pembroke family...

Bald Head Woods

But despite being an instrumental component to the island's very existence, and a protector against erosion and storms, Bald Head Woods serves a more visible role as a fun, outdoor destination for visitors to enjoy off the beach. A popular spot with...

Situated in a quiet and primarily residential corner of the city of Wilmington, the James E.L. Wade Park is a surprising and engaging destination for locals and visitors alike who want to experience the Great Outdoors of the Cape Fear region.

The Kent Mitchell Nature Trail gives Bald Head Island visitors a chance to experience a natural slice of barrier island life that cuts through the perfectly preserved 800 acre maritime forest. Located on the southern edge of the island, and jetting...

Water lovers who want to explore the picturesque waters of the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), or who want an easy trek to the nearby Masonboro Island, will want to head to the small but scenic Trails End Park.

Zeke's Island Coastal Reserve is found just south of the Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, and is one of the three original 1985 National Estuarine Research Reserve components dedicated by NOAA and the Division of Coastal Management. Encompassing a...