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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...

Thirsty Mango: Oceanfront Condo on Caswe...
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3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | 2nd Level Condo1 Queen | 1 Double | 1 Twin-over-double Bunk Bed Second level oceanfront condo with wireless internet access. Intelligent TV with o DVD player in living room and TV with DVD player only in bunkroom. A...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
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...

Charming 1-bedroom apartment in amazing ...

Welcome to A Shore Thing! This one bedroom, one bath “apartment” (including full kitchen!) has a queen sized bed and queen sized sleeper couch offering enough room for 4 adults. Upon arriving, you’ll see your private space located on the...

  • Oak Island
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Top 10 Attractions for Cape Fear, NC

Creating a list of the “must see” attractions during a vacation to the Cape Fear area can be a difficult task. With 300 years of history, a brilliant natural landscape, and an array of activities, it can seem impossible to do and see it...

NEW 10BR/9.5BA House, Water Views, Pool,...

Bella Vista - 10 Bedroom 9.5 Bath House, Ocean Front with Intracoastal Waterway Vistas, Pool, Elevator, Sleeps 26****New Construction & New to the Rental Market********Pool Heating Available (for an additional fee) - See below for...

  • Oak Island
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 26
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.

Cape Fear area Surfing Guide

Surfing is big in the Cape Fear area, and it’s a sport that has been enjoyed by decades of locals and vacationers alike. With gentle summertime waves that are perfect for beginners, and larger and more challenging swells that can make an...

Discover A Buena Vista on Bald Head Isla...
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BEST FEATURES!Grand screen porch and deck spaceTwo Golf Carts2 Minute Cart ride from closest beach accessEntirely supplied kitchen "A Buena Vista" is that plus more! This 5 bedroom, 4 bath home is located off of South Beach. This gorgeously...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

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...

Dockside at The Cove - Downtown Wilmingt...

Welcome to The Cove, the only luxury dockside rental community of its kind. Floating atop the Cape Fear River in Historic Downtown Wilmington, our roomy villas blur the lines between home and boat, offering an unparalleled fusion of comfort and...

  • Wilmington
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Bald Head Ferry

The Bald Head Island Ferry Terminal is the gateway to exploring the small, but popular paradise of Bald Head Island. Located on the northern edge of the roughly 5 square mile island, and bordering the Cape Fear River, the terminal deposits visitors...

Shallotte River

Sandwiched in between the towns of Shallotte, Ocean Isle Beach, and Holden Beach, the Shallotte River and the Shallotte Inlet are popular attractions for water lovers who want to explore the local watery terrain outside the Atlantic Ocean. Renowned...

Newly updated 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, (...
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Substantial open kitchen, family room area. All new refreshed appliances and kitchen outfitted by executive chef! New beds on the 4 King beds and 2 queen beds. 7 total bedrooms with 3 master suites located on 2 floors. 2 bedrooms with bunk beds...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
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...

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.

Peaceful and quiet home with Marsh views...

Saturday to Saturday units onlyOur home is located on a peaceful street with an extraordinary marsh view. It is a fast walk to the beach and a ideal place to ride bicycles and have a peaceful family get away. It is also a birders heaven! The back...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The Enchanted Cottage | Themed Bedroom |...
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The Enchanted Cottage in Wilmington, NC is your home away from home where the whole family can relax, relax & have fun. We created this space with special thought for families with kids. Throughout the home, you'll see thoughtful touches that will...

  • Wilmington
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

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...

Clear Skies: Elevated Private Pool, Stun...
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7 Bedrooms | 4 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half Bathroom2 Kings | 3 Queens | 1 Double | 1 Double-over-double Bunk Bed | 2 Queen Couch Beds This vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round and for off-season monthly units.Nine flat...

  • Oak Island
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

The fascinating galleries throughout this extensive complex encourage visitors of all ages to meet and mingle with their aquatic neighbors, from interactive exhibits to "touch tanks" where patrons can have personal encounters with local bamboo...

Cape Fear Camping & RV Guide

From the beautifully undisturbed coastal beaches to the cool resort-style accommodations found just an easy trek away from Wilmington, the Cape Fear region is bustling with amazing camping options. As a result, visitors of all tastes will find...

Breathtaking Ocean and Sound front views...
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Our home is located in a private, gated community containing ten home sites with individual boat slips and a private, in-ground, lighted salt water pool and spa. All bedrooms have either oceanfront or soundfront vistas. The home has a front porch...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
Fort Johnston - Southport Museum

Fort Johnston is a remarkable visitors’ center and museum that has deep historic roots in the early years of Southport’s long and storied history. Located on the edge of the waterfront downtown area along Bay Street, the stoic and regal...

Old Brunswick County Jail Museum

Take a trip back in time without ever leaving the heart of Southport for a fascinating and educational visit to the stoic Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Found within a multi-story brick building on the corner of Nash and Rhett Streets, this...

Bald Head Island Lighthouse - Old Baldy

It's hard to confuse the Old Baldy Lighthouse with the other Carolina lighthouses that guard the Eastern Seaboard. The unique structure has undergone some interesting natural and manmade changes during its nearly 200 year lifespan, but many visitors...

The Old Brunswick County Jail is a favorite stop along any historic Downtown Southport walking tour, as the early 1900s structure is chock-full of stories which span from its stately brick architecture to its original sprinklings of graffiti, still...