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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...

The Lazy Pelican - Sunset Properties
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The Lazy Pelican is a sizable, handsome home on the west end of Sunset Beach.  A unique gem to the island, this home features five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and second living area, providing plenty of space for your family. The reversed floorplan...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Searenity | 5BR Marshview Retreat w/ Gam...

Escape to Searenity, a serene 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation home tucked away on Harbor Island in Wrightsville Beach. Designed with comfort and relaxation in mind, this home features broad marsh vistas, generous decks, and thoughtful amenities that...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 5 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...

3 bedroom 2 bath private home in private...
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Escape to this appealing and calming 3-bedroom, 2-bath getaway just 3 miles from Oak Island Beach access and only 6 miles from the historic appeal of downtown Southport. Whether you're seeking oceanside adventures or relaxing evenings under the...

  • Southport
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Cali's Coastal Dream - 117 SE 75th Stree...

Cali’s Coastal Dream can now be your Dream too!   Freshly constructed in 2025 and first time to the rental market this home is loaded with every bell and whistle your imagination can conjure up including a 28’long x 12’wide saltwater...

  • Oak Island
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Oceanfront Oasis! Renovated Condo, Pool,...

If you’re looking for the ideal beach hideaway, you’ve found it at La Mare Vita an oceanfront condo in the heart of Carolina Beach. Totally refreshed, this bright space features ocean vistas a modern, open layout, painless beach access and a...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Seaside-pool view-3BDR/2BTH-top floor-Sl...

Step into coastal heaven in this striking 3-bedroom, 2-bath oceanfront condo at Carolina Beach. Savor elegant vistas of the ocean from the top-floor balcony. The roomy, sun-soaked living area and entirely equipped kitchen provide comfort and...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Charming Oak Island Home 1 Mi to Beach!
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Bright, cavernous, and filled with plenty of coastal appeal, this enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental is the ideal place to call home while visiting Oak Island, North Carolina! Start your morning off with breakfast in the entirely equipped...

  • Oak Island
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Mint Condition - Free Golf Cart

Mint Condition by Pier 42 Vacations – Your Ideal Beachside GetawayWelcome to Mint Condition, a striking and vibrant beach home with handsome ocean vistas, located in the heart of Ocean Isle Beach, NC. Managed by Pier 42 Vacations, this enchanting...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
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...

Oceanfront Cottage with Sunrise View, Wa...
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Shem CottageOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Appreciate this rustic oceanfront home with gorgeous ocean vistas and a private walkway to the...

  • Holden Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Bumbles Beach- Oceanfront Home,  5 bedro...
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Feel "Bumbles Beach" with spectacular, unobstructed vistas of the Atlantic Ocean from this 5 bedroom, 4 bath ocean front home! Savor waking up and having your morning drink from your covered deck or on the dune front sitting area along your private...

  • Holden Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14

The Cape Fear area is known for its exceptional and purely scenic golf courses, and the brilliant views and challenging field-of-play at the Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club is certainly no exception. Located just inland of the Oak Island...