Luxury Condo w Ocean View 2 Blocks from Boardwalk - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Condo

Get ready to relax! Just 30 steps away from a beach access, this luxury condominium located at the center of Pleasure Island has everything you need with impressive ocean and lake vistas. Roomy and comfortable, “Big Blue” is located on a peaceful one-way street just two blocks from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and within walking distance to eateries, stores and the famed Britts Donuts! Park your car and walk where you need to go for your entire stay! During the high season, savor the amusement park, movies at the lake, music at the pavilion or appreciate the fireworks and the farmers market which are all just a short walk away. Across the street, the lake offers paddle boat units and a playground for the kids.

"Big Blue" is a cavernous 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath condo. It features a sizable well-appointed kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The top floor offers a Queen main suite with an on suite master bath, a half bath off the kitchen, wine/coffee bar, dining/living room, huge flat screen intelligent TV, and an ocean view balcony. The lower floor has another Queen suite with attached private bath and a flat screen TV, 1 bedroom with a Full bed and a third bedroom with two Twin beds. The full-sized bedroom and Twin bedroom offer a Jack-and-Jill bath in between. The Twin bedroom also offers a lake view balcony.

Nearby attractions include the civil war museum (look for info on the Ft. Fisher Hermit) and the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. The live oaks at Fort Fisher are a ideal back drop for photos. Water sports are in abundance close by with charter fishing, jet ski rental, surfing lessons, and sea kayaking! Don’t worry --- a surf shop and units are within walking distance. Want to golf? Two challenging golf courses are less than 10 mins. away. Whether it is sunbathing on the beach, sightseeing, watching a complimentary outdoor movie on Sunday nights at the Lake (located just across the road), renting scooters or a golf cart, there is tons to do on Pleasure Island!

Occupancy 8: Three Nighttime minimum rental in Summer. Minimum two nighttime stay other seasons.
Linens Recap: 2 Queens, 2 Twins, 1 Full
Parking: Parking for two cars - one garage, one driveway. Substantial trucks/SUV's may not fit comfortably in garage.
Prohibited: Smoking, Family Animals

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C158 – Big Blue” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is by the sea. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

When to visit & When to book:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in Carolina Beach. Reserving a rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our best tip for saving money on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• The sooner your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation home up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Property managers often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or through a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Selecting the perfect vacation rental:

• Begin by selecting trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Luxury Condo w Ocean View 2 Blocks from Boardwalk has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible on booking pages. If not, email or call the property manager before you book the rental. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• If there's a particular Wrightsville Beach destination you love, look for rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? 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 fees or charges might be applied to your agreement.

Have a great stay:

• Store the manager's information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your family's visit, inspect the property for any problem areas upon check in. Speak to the property manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are gone! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• Re-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings at check-out. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on excellent feedback to compel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.