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 attractively 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 impressive vistas of both the ocean and the extraordinary 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 sizable 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 enormous open floor plan lending to a fantastic gathering space. Our dining room table seats 6 and there are 2 additional barstools at the kitchen counter over-hang. The kitchen comes entirely outfitted 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 included.

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 supplied. 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. Rees Jones Golf Course and Willard Byrd Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina. Traveling with kids? Consider Tribal Island and Planet Fun. 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

Strategies to get the perfect Wrightsville Beach vacation home experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Book your rental home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Property management companies sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides have offers and deals for local shops and restaurants.

Narrow your rental Search:

• First and foremost, have your family choose trip dates and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. OCEANVIEW, 3 MIN WALK TO BEACH, KID-FRIENDLY, LINENS INCLUDED, FULLY STOCKED has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before reserving the rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out what is best for your group.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get specifics on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Visiting for a specific event? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.

More tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few difficulties.
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• Record any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a terrific vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix 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 feedback.