Good Times and Tan Lines only Steps from the Ocean - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 890 square feet

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Carolina Beach has marvelous ocean vistas. It is decorated with neutral coastal colors and bright decor. You will feel right at home with the comfortable furnishings and completely equipped kitchen.

The living room has a intelligent 50” flat screen TV accepting guests to log on to their accounts to stream from Netflix, Hulu, and other apps including complimentary Wi-Fi for the entire unit. You will find a Queen sleeper couch with memory foam bed and access to the front balcony with great ocean vistas! The cavernous balcony has a sizable table to appreciate your morning coffee as the sun rises, a family dinner or a peaceful evening drink.

The unit has been refreshed to make your stay as fun and calming as possible with bath towels, new linens and a entirely furnished kitchen which includes refrigerator with automatic ice maker, glass prepare top stove with a full size oven, microwave and a ultra peaceful dishwasher. Gather around the dining room table that effortlessly seats six for a seafood dinner or family game nighttime.

The private master bedroom has a King pillow top bed, a full master bath with walk in shower, flat screen TV and a DVD player. A patio door leads to a separate balcony that faces west for pretty sunsets.

The guest room features a Queen bed, a portable crib and dresser.

The main bathroom located right next to the guest room includes plenty of storage space for your personal items, a tub/shower combo, bath towels and a washer and dryer.

Across the street, you will find the public beach access that will take you directly to the ocean. The beach is wide and clean where you can watch schools of dolphins just offshore, fish, surf the waves or just sit and soak up the sun.

Below the unit located in the outdoor closet are beach chairs for adults and kids, a beach mat and plenty of sand toys including body boards to play in the surf for your enjoyment.

This unit includes parking for 2 cars in the parking lot behind the building. The pool is just a few steps next door which includes an outdoor shower to wash off the sand as you come back from the beach.

One mile south of the condo is the Carolina Beach Boardwalk which was named one of the top boardwalks by the Food and Wine magazine. It features many stores and eateries including the famed Brits Donuts and Carolina Smokehouse. During the day be sure to hit the amusement park rides that are located right by the boardwalk.

You can head a few miles south on the island to find Fort Fischer Historic Site and recreational area, the North Carolina Aquarium or the ferry to Bald Head Island and Southport. The island also features a 761-acre State Park that is home to a rare and charming Venus Flytrap along with many nature trails, marina and campsites.

Just a few short blocks north of the condo is the Carolina Beach Fishing Pier that features an outdoor tiki bar and Freeman Park where you can kick up some sand four wheeling, surf the waves or camp overnight.

The main marina on the island is just a fast drive from the condo with daily departures on fishing charters, sunset/dinner cruises and boat units. There is a kayak launch on the Intercoastal water near by.

Carolina Beach is alive with festivals and concerts all summer long. The summer features a Thursday nighttime firework display while Sunday nighttime is movie nighttime at the Lake. During the off-season annual events include Boardwalk activities such as Christmas by the Sea and the Island of Lights Festival. There is so much to do that you will want to stay at least a week!

For more added adventure, Wilmington is only 20 mins. away where you can take in the sights of the Riverwalk downtown river district along the Cape Fear River. Wilmington was voted the America’s best riverfront and rivals Charleston and Savannah for its southern appeal and history. We hope to see you soon!

Restrictions:
- Non-Smoking
- No Animals
- No Events or Parties allowed
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- In the summer season, daily units are only available for booking within 7 days
of the arrival date and require a 3-nighttime minimum.

Additional Information:
- 7 nighttime and monthly units receive a discount
- Parking for 2 cars. Campers and trailers of any kind are not allowed.
- This is a second story unit, accessible by stairs.
- Outdoor Pool is normally open May through September.
- Beach Towels are not included
- Airport: Wilmington International Airport (19.6 miles)

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the beach. 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 Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Our HOA does not allow renters to have pets.

Carolina Beach vacation rental home tips and tricks:

Find your best deal:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in Carolina Beach. To book the largest rental within budget, we strongly suggest booking in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites often offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many rental management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which will include special deals, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Make a plan and choose the perfectrental home:

• To start, have your group decide on dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family requires. Good Times and Tan Lines only Steps from the Ocean has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking pages. If not, 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 work out what is suitable for your vacation family.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .
• Some rentals allow pets, and others do not. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the host about pet restrictions before booking.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the owner's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• During arrival, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few issues.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an incredible source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected everything. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a fantastic stay? Most rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong 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.