Marsh front home with ocean views, 5 minute stroll to the beach! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

The Island Escape is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home that sits marsh front with ocean vistas. Savor your morning coffee or evening drink while sitting on the screened in porch and listening to the waves! The Island Escape has a entirely outfitted kitchen, high speed wi-fi, cable TV in 3 rooms, fenced in back yard & heated outdoor shower, amongst many other amenities. You are only a 5 min. walk from the beach! The two marsh facing bedrooms each have queen beds. The two back bedrooms each have twin over full bunkbeds. The marshfront bedrooms have cable TV and Netflix capabilites. We provide you with a gas grille and beach chairs to use during your stay. We also provide bed sheets and bath towels, don't forget to bring your beach towels! There is also an umbrella stroller and a booster seat for little ones during meal times. The backyard is fenced in and we have a heated outdoor shower.

Island Escape is 2 blocks from Joyner Marina, where they offer daily and weekly boat slip units.
We are 5 min. walk to the beach, a 3 block walk from the pier, where they have a 24 hour snack bar, striking fishing, and a bar on the top floor, which hosts bands on the weekends!

We are 1.5 miles from the boardwalk, and 6 miles from Fort Fisher. If you have a 4X4 car, get a pass and drive it on the North End!

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this vacation home. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Legion Stadium. Carolina Beach Boardwalk 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

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the optimal vacation home experience:

Getting the most from your spending budget:

• The earlier you can reserve a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental home six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months along the coast of NC. Booking your Wrightsville Beach vacation home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost you between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitor guides have money saving offers on local tours and attractions.

How to pick the best rental home in Carolina Beach:

• Choose your vacation week and spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your family requires. Marsh front home with ocean views, 5 minute stroll to the beach! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is normally accessible online. If not, call the property manager before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the host about allowable breeds and types before booking.
• Looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental.

Additional considerations:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are out, just like you would at home.
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your family's visit, make a record of any problem areas during check in. Get in touch with the property manager immediately to report your findings. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic source for finding the best local attractions.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a terrific time? Most rental management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.