Waterfront 2 BDR/2BA 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 just 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 adore 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 (open seasonally), 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
• Generous sectional couch with full-size bed pull out or additional room for calming
• Grand flat screen TV with streaming options
• All new stainless steel kitchen appliances
• Entirely outfitted 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, workstation, TV, full bathroom, private patio, sound machine, 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 and captain chairs
• Outdoor dining for 6
• Front porch with rocking chair
• Pool with canal vistas (open seasonally)
• Dock accessibility for fishing and water sports (boat slips unavailable)
• 2 off-street parking spots
• 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, 600 Mbps Wi-Fi with option to upgrade
• 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. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Arcade, 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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to book the best Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

Getting the most from your rental home budget:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Booking your rental home up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Summertime is high season in Carolina Beach. To find the largest rental home for your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Property managers sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property managers frequently offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which will generally cost between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local Cape Fear area area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines have deals for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Filter your rental search:

• Start by having your family decide on trip dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Waterfront 2 BDR/2BA Condo w/Pool and Beach Access has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is normally available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property manager before you reserve the property. Note that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to work out what configuration is optimal for your trip.
• Are you bringing the family pet? 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. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional pet fees or costs could be applied to your contract.
• Are you visiting for a single event or attraction? If so, use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking

Have a great stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your .
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• To make certain damages are not attributed to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas during check in. Contact the property manager right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to stimulate future reservations. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation rental. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.