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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...

Eugenia: Second Row Home With Ocean View...

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms2 Kings | 2 Queens | 1 TwinTune in to your tropical side when you stay at Eugenia! With ocean vistas and blue hues, this home is in an ideal spot if you long for a beach vacation with a neighborhood feel. This home is...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
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...

2nd-row modern home with beach access, t...

The Carolina ShellOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Surrounded by palms and boasting peek-a-boo ocean vistas, The Carolina Shell is ready to...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Sunset Beach, NC Vacation Guide

Sunset Beach is a unique little North Carolina coastal destination that encompasses both mainland and barrier island terrain, and is located just a seashell's throw from the South Carolina border. Despite its proximity to larger destinations like...

WSR-12 Riverfront balcony views.
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Savor everything Wilmington offers from it's award winning eateries to it's top notch nighttime life. Everything located within one block walking distance. You will be calming in a one bedroom apartment with full amenities that include wireless...

  • Wilmington
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Cape Fear area Kayaking Guide

With miles of water in every direction, and a collection of cool destinations that are only accessible via a water-bound vessel, the Cape Fear area is a prime destination to launch a kayaking adventure. Take to the waves for a thrilling ride, or...

Activities for Kids in the Brunswick / Cape Fear Area

From the sunny beaches to the educational museums and attractions, the Cape Fear region is seemingly designed for kids. The towns that dot this coastal region are filled with tempting options for the young and young-at-heart, which includes cool...

Perfect Little Beach Cottage for your st...
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Kick off your shoes, relax, breathe in the ocean air, you're on beach time now. You have arrived at your Ideal Little Beach Cottage located in the woodland area of Oak Island, where the sound of the ocean and birds compete for your attention.You're...

  • Oak Island
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Southport Waterfront Park

While Downtown Southport has an ample supply of wide front porches to take a load off and enjoy a breeze, many longtime visitors attest there's no better place to relax than the Southport waterfront Park.

Cape Fear Scenic Spots

Drafting a full list of all the scenic spots in the Cape Fear region can be a daunting task. This corner of coastal North Carolina features miles of stunning terrain to admire, which is accented with a collection of public parks, local fishing...

A Shore Thing Next 2 Ocean!  Pool!
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Steps away from the ocean! Unwind into island time in this bright, one bed, 1.5 bath condo with sleeper couch (living room) and private patio. When you’re not soaking up rays on the beach, appreciate a short walk north to the pier and Freeman Park...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
May Moore Park

Take a break from the beach and enjoy the winding canals and creeks that border the Elizabeth and Cape Fear Rivers with a visit to the May Moore Park. This small destination, located on the northeastern side of Oak Island, is within walking distance...

Cape Fear & Brunswick Islands Fishing Guide

Whether a visitor lands in the inland regions of Wilmington and mainland New Hanover County, or the coastal vacation hotspots of Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, fishing is always readily available – and celebrated – in the Cape...

Lady Di's: Oceanfront, Dog-friendly, Wes...
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5 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms3 Kings | 1 Queen | 2 Twins | 1 Queen Futon Oceanfront, dog-friendly home with an open living floor plan that is generously decorated and great for families. This vacation rental welcomes up to one dog per reservation...

  • Oak Island
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

Pleasure Island

Cape Fear visitors in a vacation state of mind will find plenty of reasons to celebrate in Pleasure Island. This moniker that’s given to the island found just south of Wilmington is well-deserved, as the small collection of beach communities...

Beachaholic: Sunny, Dog-Friendly Beach C...
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3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms1 King | 2 Queens Sunny, cute beach bungalow with open living area decorated in sand tones and soft blues that welcomes up to three dogs per reservation year-round. An ideal getaway for guests traveling with their canine...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Seascape D22

Bed Types: King, Queen Sleep Sofa You will be so happy to reach this peaceful relaxing getaway for your family. Your living room is furnished with comfortable furnishings with a 40" TV along with a queen sleep sofa for a couple...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

The small but well-stocked Wrightsville Beach Museum of History is a charming little attraction that may not take very long to explore, but nevertheless presents a complete and fascinating portrait of this surprisingly long-standing beach town.

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...

Five bedroom home on Bald Head Island's ...

Escaping to Bald Head Island to get away from it all is a pastime appreciated by many. Secret O Life on Bald Head Island’s East Beach offers a place to see vividly the ocean, the cycles of the moon and the rising sun. This five-bedroom home has...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
New Hanover County Arboretum

The New Hanover County Arboretum, located on the outskirts of Downtown Wilmington on Oleander Drive, is a peaceful retreat for nature lovers everywhere. With seven acres of greenery, and gorgeous foliage that changes with the season, every visit...

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...

4 bedroom 3 bath with tranquil saltwater...

Welcome to the Tranquility! Thoughtfully designed backyard offers enormous deck for grilling/dining and watching the family savor the huge saltwater pool. Open concept living, dining, kitchen. Wood floors throughout all living areas and tile...

  • Wilmington
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Carolina Beach State Park

Visitors who want to take a break from Carolina Beaches' busy surfside scene, and instead enjoy its acres of wild, undeveloped territory, can pay a visit to the sprawling Carolina Beach State Park.

Enjoy a freshwater environment just a block or so away from the beach with a visit to Carolina Beach Lake Park. This public park is centered on the 11-acre freshwater lake, which was noted in the Guinness Book of World Records as being the closest...