NO FEES 2 BDR\/2BA Waterfront Condo w\/Pool and Beach Access - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Welcome to Upstream Retreat! A 2 bedroom/2 bath condo located on the Intercoastal Waterway and two blocks from the beach with NO hidden costs! The space has been refreshed with all new furnishings, appliances, finishes, and a kitchen stock full of goodies. Upstream is ideal for a couples' getaway, remote working, or family hideaway. With great vistas for watching the sunrise and sunset off the two porches and fireworks from the marina (seasonal), come see why we appreciate calling Carolina Beach home!

Along with full access to the condo, guests will have 2 assigned off-street parking spaces as well as access to the pool, docks for fishing and water sports, and grilles in the common areas. The neighborhood is peaceful, and close to everything with a mix of visitors and year-round residents living in the building and area.

INTERIOR KITCHEN AND LIVING SPACE
• Open concept kitchen and living space
• Seating for 6 at dining room table
• Additional bar seating in kitchen
• Substantial sectional couch with full-size bed pull out or additional room for calming
• Sizable flat screen TV with streaming options
• All new stainless steel kitchen appliances
• Totally supplied kitchen – microwave, toaster, air fryer, pots/pans, blender, serving pieces, spices, wine glasses/wine tool, kids’s plate wear, ice packs for coolers, and more!

BEDROOMS/BATHROOMS
• Primary room: king size bed, ample workstation, TV, full bathroom, private patio, and pull-out single bed for little ones
• Secondary bedroom: twin over queen sized bunk bed with full bathroom next door

OUTDOOR SPACE AND AMENITIES
• 4 min. walk to beach access
• Oversized back porch overlooking canal with ceiling fan
• Outdoor dining for 6
• 2 captain chairs and outdoor bistro seating
• Pool with canal vistas (seasonal)
• Dock accessibility for fishing and water sports (boat slips unavailable)
• 2 off-street parking spots
• EV Charging station (as available)
• Carolina Beach Boardwalk with eateries, arcades, and stores (1 mile)


WHAT WE PROVIDE
• Bed linens
• Extra pillows and blankets
• Bath and beach towels
• Washer/dryer with starter detergent
• High speed, reliable Wi-Fi
• Soaps/shampoo/body wash
• Starter garbage bags and dishwasher detergent
• Hot and iced Keurig coffee and tea to start
• Cleaning supplies and sanitizer wipes
• Hangers, hooks, and clothes hamper
• Kids’s booster seat
• Indoor games and kids's toys
• Modest cooler for beach

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING
• Sunscreen
• Extra Cooler(s)
• Beach Chairs, Umbrella, Water Sports Equipment (fishing poles, paddleboards, pool floats, etc). See our guidebook and home manual for rental recommendations.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Finding the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

Get the best rental value:

• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your vacation home.
• To get the best value, try shifting your vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Property management companies sometimes offer special rates for veterans. Check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family.
• Property managers frequently offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, management companies supply Cape Fear area area travel guides that include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning and picking the rightvacation home:

• Choose your dates and budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. NO FEES 2 BDR\/2BA Waterfront Condo w\/Pool and Beach Access has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is almost always accessible online. Otherwise, reach out to the host before you reserve your home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.
• If there's a certain Cape Fear area attraction you crave, look for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the owner's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or coffee maker. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few problems.
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Protect your property!
• Make a record of any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be beneficial if damages are assessed.
• Be respectful. Often times, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a fantastic time? Many rental home management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.