Close to beach and tiki bar! Linens included! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1575 square feet

We have freshly upgraded our wifi which has eliminated "dead spots" so everybody in the group will have fast internet access! We have also added a new leather reclining adore seat to relax in.

This property is a bright, 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1st-floor home with an open floor plan and 2 decks, and is located only 1 street back from the beach on calming Bowfin Lane. The North Carolina Street public beach access is only a short 2-min. walk from the driveway. All furnishings is new as of July 2020. There is enough room for ~8 people with a King master bedroom, a Queen second bedroom, and a third bedroom featuring 1 Full and 1 Twin bed - additional sleeping is available with the pull-out Queen couch bed. The huge main deck has ample seating for everybody, with a smaller deck located off of the master bedroom.

The open, completely-furnished kitchen includes granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and all typical prepare ware/silverware/cups and plates. The enormous dining area has seating for up to 9. The roomy living room area is ideal for calming after a long day at the beach. Spectrum cable TV is included, and you may also log in to your Netflix/Hulu/Prime video accounts from any TV in the home.


Outside, there is parking for up to 5 cars. There is additional space below the home and in the backyard to relax. There is also an outdoor spray station for your beach gear, and an enclosed shower to get the sand off. We have a grille and beach chairs/toys in our storage unit for your use.

This rental is located in close proximity to the beach, Ocean Grille and Tiki Bar, Granny's Kitchen, Vinny's Pizza, and Fun Time Ice Cream. Head north a few blocks closer to downtown Carolina Beach, and you'll find the boardwalk area with eateries, bars, amusement park rides, and even the famed Britt's Doughnut shop. The town typically offers fireworks and complimentary outdoor movies on Friday nights during the summer time, or you may even see a Netflix production being filmed! A few miles to the south is the town of Kure Beach, which features a great fishing pier, superb dining options, and a great playground with a disc golf course. Fort Fisher is located just south of Kure; the live oaks near the fort are the ideal place to watch the sunset and the NC Aquarium is not to be missed! There is also a ferry past the aquarium where you can take a 30-min. boat ride to the town of Southport, home of many historical sites and films (eg, I Know What You Did Last Summer).

Linens are supplied: We supply towels, wash clothes and beach towels. The bedrooms all have their own blankets, pillows and sheets supplied. (1 set per room) This is a giant savings from what most linen companies charge and you'll savor the move in ready convenience we offer.

No family pets allowed. Please note that our home has two units. We are unit 1 and have the entire first floor. The upper-level Unit 2 is separate.

Check in is at 4:00 pm on the day of arrival and and check out is at 10:00 am on the day of departure. Each guest will receive a unique code for the keypad lock that is good for the duration of your stay.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. 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. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: We love pets, but do not allow them.

Our top Cape Fear area vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Cost saving strategies:

• To find the most suitable rental home within budget, we strongly suggest booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities.
• In the Cape Fear area area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property managers usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitor guides that include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Make a plan and pick the perfect Cape Fear area rental:

• Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and choose a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your group needs. Close to beach and tiki bar! Linens included! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. If not, email or call the host before reserving your home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to determine what configuration is suitable for your group.
• Visiting for a specific attraction? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must reserve a property that allows animals. Ask for details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

Advice for a great stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before traveling. Take a printed copy, and save the instructions to your phone.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, intercom or coffee maker. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents lots of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peace. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• On check-out day, complete a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget anything. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to stimulate new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review find their best rental home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.