Ocean-View 'Sea Gem' Bungalow: Steps to Beach! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 915 square feet

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and embrace beach living at ‘Sea Gem.’ This 2-bed, 2-bath vacation rental features a deck with partial beach and ocean vistas, a entirely equipped kitchen, and coastal hideaway essentials like an outdoor shower and beach chairs! Located just a short walk from the sandy shores of Spartanburg Public Beach, this beach getaway is great for bicycle rides along the ocean or shopping and dining along the boardwalk. After a day in the sun, doze off by the Intelligent TVs.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Across the Street From Beach | In-Unit Washer & Dryer | 2 Bikes Included

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Couch

OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, beach chairs, partial beach & ocean view
INDOOR LIVING: 3 Intelligent TVs w/ cable, board games, ceiling fans, central A/C & heat
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove & oven, microwave, toaster, toaster oven, Keurig coffee maker (starter coffee supplied), blender, ice maker, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, spices, trash bags, paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, iron & board, complimentary toiletries, towels & linens, hangers
FAQ: 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY: Single story, staircase to access
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 cars), under the home (3 cars), RV/trailer parking (pull-through parking, no electric hookup)

-- THE LOCATION --

FIND THE SHORE: Spartanburg Public Beach Access (331 feet), Carolina Beach Lake Park (0.4 miles), Atlanta Public Beach Access (0.4 miles), Pelican Public Beach Access (1 mile), Carolina Beach State Park (2 miles), Fort Fisher State Recreation Area (5 miles)
WATER SPORTS: Pleasure Island Units (0.7 miles), Fish Witch Charters (1 mile), Wet-N-Wild & Fish Dance Sportfishing Charters (1 mile), Hot Ticket Charter Fishing (1 mile), Nauti Times Boat Units (3 miles), Carolina Beach Jet Ski Units (3 miles)
AREA FUN: Carolina Beach Boardwalk (0.7 miles), Kure Beach Pier (2 miles), Fort Fisher State Historic Site (4 miles), North Carolina Aquarium At Fort Fisher (5 miles)
AIRPORT: Wilmington International Airport (19 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No family pets allowed
- No events, events, or huge gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional costs and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story property requires a staircase to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is on the front of the home, facing the beach/street. Camera 2 is under the home, facing the parking area. Camera 3 is on the back left corner of the home, facing the gravel driveway. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the perfect Cape Fear area vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a rental budget:

• Reserve your rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families reserve their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Many management companies supply Cape Fear area area travel guide magazines that include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the perfect rental home:

• To start, have your group choose dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. Ocean-View 'Sea Gem' Bungalow: Steps to Beach! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly available on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the property owner before reserving the home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish what bed configuration is optimal for your trip.
• If there's a certain Cape Fear area attraction you are enamored with, keep an eye out for properties that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property.
• Make a record of any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be valuable if a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your life at home. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to confirm you didn't leave anything behind. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a great vacation? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.