The Little Paddle Beach Cottage near the Boardwalk - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

The Little Paddle is a 1940’s tropical beach home just moments away from the beach, boardwalk, lake, and state park!

This comfortable coastal design and creative space is conveniently located in the heart of Carolina Beach and only 2 blocks from the beach and lake. A 5 min. walk to the Boardwalk is tons of great eateries, stores, units, amusement rides, bars, coffee, ice-cream, donuts, an arcade & more!

Savor a hike through the state park, a visit to the aquarium, or a summer movie by the lake!

The beach is only a 0.2 mile walk from The Little Paddle! In addition to convenient beach access, this home is no more than a 5 min. walk to the boardwalk, local eateries, shopping, and Carolina Beach Lake Park while still offering privacy and a peaceful space to relax after a long day appreciating the beach.

The space: Lower unit of duplex. Private 1 Bed/1 Bath. Guests live in completely separate upstairs unit with different outside entrance. Check out our other listing The Sunrise Shack if you’re looking for more space!

Appliances: full size refrigerator, oven/stove, and microwave.

Entirely outfitted kitchen: Dishes, pots/pans, silverware, drip coffee pot, coffee, and tea. Bed linens and 2 bath towels supplied, as well as hand soap, dish soap, shampoo and conditioner, trash bags, and paper towels.

WiFi available throughout the home and intelligent TV's in main living room and bedroom (Disney+, ESPN+, & Hulu included).

Well trained family pets welcome with fee. Two pet limit, one time $200 pet fee per pet applies. Please let us know at time of booking if you will be bringing pets and how many.

Outdoor spaces: Long screened in front porch is ideal for sipping coffee while watching the sunrise. New roomy back deck and outdoor shower is great for family and friends after a long day at the beach. Appreciate yard games, calming sunsets, or let your dog run complimentary in our huge backyard.

Backyard is completely fenced but one fence is about 3ft tall.

Parking - 1 complimentary spaces available: 1 space in front of the garage. Please be respectful of our neighbors and avoid parking in their yard.

Guest Access - Private access to entire 1st level (1 bed/1 bath). Our bathroom contains a stand up shower. We also have an outside shower located in the backyard that you can use.

Entry through front door. Keyless PIN code lock on front door that is specific to you.

Please keep in mind that our home was constructed in the 1940’s. And although our ceilings are insulated with Rockwool, you may occasional hear footsteps from the guests staying upstairs.

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this vacation home. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total pets

How to get the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

Find your best deal:

• Book your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules generally become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in the Cape Fear area area. Book your Cape Fear area vacation home in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local Cape Fear area visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines contain money saving offers on local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Select your dates and budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. The Little Paddle Beach Cottage near the Boardwalk has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually accessible online. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before booking the rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to work out which bed configuration is suitable for your vacation family.
• If your family is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly property. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Visiting for a single event or attraction? If so, use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before booking.

Have a great stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many issues.
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect your property!
• To make sure damages are not linked to your family's stay, record any problem areas during arrival. text the property manager right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to propel more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.