OCEANVIEW, 3 MIN WALK TO BEACH, KID-FRIENDLY, LINENS INCLUDED, FULLY STOCKED - Vacation rental home in Sunset Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1075 square feet

Welcome to Carolina Sunset. This ocean view, kid-friendly rental is charmingly located on the peaceful island of Sunset Beach, NC. Our home is very close to the pier, market, ice cream shop, equipment units and of course, the beach! The front porch offers gorgeous vistas of both the ocean and the striking NC coastal sunset/rise. Warm summer nights can be spent listening to the ocean from the rocking chair porch or exploring the island by foot or bicycle. Our home is a short drive to golf, Calabash, Little River and Myrtle Beach but without being in the middle of the hustle and bustle.

Indoor Space:
This well-appointed condo comes ready with everything you could need. The enormous bedroom has a King bed, en-suite full bath with tub, rocking chair with foot stool and a sitting bench. Second room has 2 Queen beds with full bath (2 steps across the hall) with walk-in shower. The living room has a couch that expands to a Queen sleeper couch-bed. The full kitchen, dining room and living room boast a huge open floor plan lending to a amazing gathering space. Our dining room table seats 6 and there are 2 additional barstools at the kitchen counter over-hang. The kitchen comes completely supplied with cookware, dishes, cups, silverware and an assortment of spices to get you started. In addition to the usual kitchen appliances, available to you is a dual coffee maker, accepting both drip coffee or single serve (K-cup compatible). Our home has a dishwasher and full washer and dryer. Complete linens are also supplied. There will be a starter set of commonly used items, as well as a few snacks waiting for you on the kitchen counter. There are many books, puzzles, kid toys and games available for your use. Each room contains a wall-mounted flat screen Roku TV. Standard cable and wi-fi are also included. There is a pack and play, modest high-chair and umbrella stroller available for those with kids. Beach towels are supplied. Extra blankets are supplied.

Outdoor Space:
Parking at our home is complimentary and could fit up to 3 standard size cars. Our designated parking is underneath the building (see picture) and accepts for cars to be parked in a single line.

There is an outdoor shower (hot/cold water) and a storage room for guests. Some beach chairs, an umbrella and bicycles are included. There are a couple of ride-on kid toys, modest plastic kiddie pool and beach wagon. There are also 4 patio chairs to use in the covered area for calming.

All guests will receive our electronic welcome book prior to arrival. This will contain important information as it relates to our property, your stay and important things to know. It will also include our suggestions of things to do and places to eat, as well as resources for services available in the area. There will be a printed version available at the condo.

Guests will access our home during their stay via a unique code for the keyless intelligent-lock. For parents with kids: there is a manual safety lock high up on the inside of the front door. There is one outward facing Ring doorbell camera on our front door.

Please note that this is a top-floor unit. There are roughly 30 stairs to get to our front door. This unit is unfortunately NOT handicap accessible.

We also own a golf ball business. If you would like golf balls waiting for you at our home, please let us know when you book and we will give you further instructions.

About the Area

Located in Sunset Beach, this condo is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Cherry Grove Pier.
Traveling with kids? Consider Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina. 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

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal Wrightsville Beach vacation home experience:

Get the best rental value:

• Summer is high season in Sunset Beach. Book your rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host whether your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Many property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guide magazines that include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose and book your Wrightsville Beach rental:

• First, have your group commit to dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many beds and the bed configuration you need. OCEANVIEW, 3 MIN WALK TO BEACH, KID-FRIENDLY, LINENS INCLUDED, FULLY STOCKED has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email the host before reserving your rental. Remember that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.

More considerations for your visit:

• Add the property manager's phone number to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• During arrival, record any issues with the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents lots of difficulties.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep the property locked while you are out! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Double-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all belongings at check-out. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Most rental websites make it easy for clients to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.