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Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

Sandy Dunes: Spectacular Oceanfront Home...

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms1 King | 2 Doubles | 2 Twins | 1 Queen Sleeper CouchThis vacation rental welcomes up to two dogs per reservation year-round.Two Intelligent TVs with internet connection. Ocean-facing covered porch with gates, rockers...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
The Fudgeboat

The Fudgeboat in Carolina Beach is a beloved sweet shop that's been delighting visitors and locals alike since 2004. Located adjacent to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, this charming, family-owned candy store is hard to miss, especially with its...

Beach Bungalow by Coastal Concierge

Appreciate our cavernous walk-up third-floor unit mins. away from Sunset & Ocean Isle Beach, world-class golf courses, pools, fishing, eateries, bicycle/hiking trails, and local stores. We offer one bedroom with a queen bed, twin bunk beds...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Dry Dock Inn

Welcome to the newly renovated Dry Dock Inn, your perfect Carolina Beach retreat. Just steps from the sand and boardwalk, our inn combines modern updates with coastal charm for an unforgettable stay. From effortlessly comfortable individual rooms to...

Greenfield Lake Park is known as one of Wilmington’s coolest and most scenic destinations, and is a vast public park that’s located just south of the historic downtown area. Located on the western edge of Greenfield Lake, and just a...

Halyburton Memorial Park is a perfect respite for visitors who want to take a break from the busy Downtown Wilmington shopping, dining and attractions, and just relax amidst the natural ponds and unique rolling sand hills, and watch the wildlife...

Arrowhead Park is a fun destination for Wilmington locals and visitors alike to take a break from the waves, and dive into a little outdoor entertainment outside the waterfront realm. Located just south of the heart of the Wilmington, and easy to...

Bijou Park is a hidden gem of a "blink and you'll miss it" attraction in Wilmington, and is a perfect spot for weary shoppers and strollers to find a quiet bench, stretch out their legs, and relax. Located in a rare gap in between downtown buildings...

Halyburton Park, (also known by its formal name of Halyburton Memorial Park), is a 58-acre nature preserve that features a lengthy biking and hiking trail, a number of public facilities, and a scenic glimpse into the local foliage and wildlife that...

Situated in a quiet and primarily residential corner of the city of Wilmington, the James E.L. Wade Park is a surprising and engaging destination for locals and visitors alike who want to experience the Great Outdoors of the Cape Fear region.

Outdoor lovers and active visitors of all tastes will have a fine time at the engaging Ogden Park. Located just northeast of the Downtown area, and convenient to Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach visitors alike, this vast public park has veritably...

Tucked away on the edge of the Cape Fear River just a few miles south of Downtown Wilmington, the River Road Park is a popular launching point for a myriad of adventures that can range from kayaking and boating expeditions, to just enjoying the...

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear River and the Intracoastal Waterway, and located just a quick cruise away from the Atlantic Ocean, Snow’s Cut Park is a popular destination for anglers, birdwatchers, and anyone who appreciates a stunning...