NF1212A: Banana Cabana: Oceanfront duplex w\/ Private Pool, Hot tub, and Elevator - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2612 square feet

Banana Cabana is one side of a duplex (two sides). It can be rented as one side, or as a "whole". To rent both sides of the property, visit the property page called Salty Banana.

Banana Cabana is a luxury five-bedroom oceanfront property, with spectacular ocean vistas from the kitchen, living room, master bedroom, and two oceanfront decks. Appreciate a gorgeous sunrise over the ocean, and throughout the day watch schools of dolphins swim by and flocks of pelicans dive for fish. Stroll out to the wide white-sand beach with direct access from the main living floor.

The home is charmingly decorated to make this your home away from home during your stay. The wide-open floor plan between the kitchen, dining area, and living room, with ample seating, accepts for painless entertaining and quality family time. The well-equipped gourmet kitchen and gas grille make cooking a breeze. Afterward, relax with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine as the sun sets or take a dip in the lighted swimming pool. The home has a private, oceanfront pool and hot tub as well as an elevator.

Conveniently located within one mile is the Kure Beach town center, the famed Kure Beach Fishing Pier, Ocean Front Park with special events all year, Jack Mackerel’s Island Seafood, Big Daddy’s Seafood Buffet, and Freddie’s Italian (since 1940). Or walk up the beach a half mile to the Tiki Bar Pier, a great beach bar on the pier with modest plate seafood items. The home is within two miles of the NC State Aquarium at Fort Fisher, a civil war site, and about the same distance to the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach with live music, weekly fireworks (in season), and dozens of deep-sea fishing boats, eateries, and stores. For a change of pace, take the 30-min. car Ferry at the southern tip of the island to the striking historic town of Southport where many movies have been filmed.

Wilmington is a 25-min. drive away with its marvelous Riverwalk along the Cape Fear River, casual and fine dining, one of the biggest historic districts in the country, and the Battleship North Carolina, open for tours.

Grab your beach chair and a cold drink, and come see it for yourself!

GENERAL
Private Pool & Hot Tub (Pool is Saltwater)
Pool Dimensions:  10.5" x 24', 3.5ft shallow, 4.5ft deep
Free WiFi
Handicap Accessible
Elevator
Central Heat & Air
1 Car Garage
Driveway Parking for 3 Vehicles
Beach Access & Walkway
Gas Grille
2 Giant Oceanfront Decks 
Full-Size Washer & Dryer
Board Games and Books
Outdoor Shower
Pool and Beach Toys

KITCHEN & DINING ROOM
Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
Dining Table with Seating for 8
Kitchen Bar with Seating for 4
Totally Stocked Kitchen for Making and Serving Meals
Microwave
Oven
Electric Induction Cooktop
Dishwasher
Ice Maker in Fridge
Keurig Single Cup Coffee Maker
12 Cup Drip Coffee Maker
Electric Griddle
Toaster
Blender
Hand Mixer
Can Opener
Crockpot
Garbage Disposal

LIVING ROOM
Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
Direct Access to Pool and Beach as well as Private Covered Deck with Table and Seating for 4 and 5 Rocking Chairs
43” Flat Screen 4K Ultra High Definition “Intelligent” TV (Stream Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, etc. with your personal account)
Cable TV Service
Couch with seating for 3, 1 Adore Seat, and 1 Hideaway Sleeper Chair
Ceiling Fan

LAUNDRY
Stack Unit Washer & Dryer
Iron and Ironing Board


MASTER SUITE #1
Oceanfront, 3rd Floor
Private Bath with Stand Up Shower, Jacuzzi Tub, Double Vanity Sinks, and Hair Dryer
King Bed
40” Flat Screen “Intelligent” HDTV (Stream Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, etc. with your personal account)
Cable TV Service
Oceanfront Balcony with Private Access and Seating for 2
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #2
3rd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Bedroom #3 with Shower/Tub Combination
2 Sets of Bunk Beds (twin over twins)

BEDROOM #3
3rd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Bedroom #2 with Shower/Tub Combination
King Bed
Flat Screen TV with Cable 
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #4
2nd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Common Area with Shower/Tub Combo
Queen Bed
Flat Screen HDTV with Cable
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #5
1st Floor
Private Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo
Queen Bed
Flat Screen TV with Cable 
Ceiling Fan

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. 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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best vacation property experience:

Finding your best deal:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are high season in Carolina Beach. Booking a rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is one of our best tips for saving money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property management companies usually offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines have discounts for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to select the best rental:

• Choose vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. NF1212A: Banana Cabana: Oceanfront duplex w\/ Private Pool, Hot tub, and Elevator has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible online. If you don't see them listed, call the property management company before reserving the rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some properties allow pets, and some do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the property manager about pet restrictions before booking.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.

Tips for your stay:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you're out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Make a record of any damages to the property at check in, and immediately send them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be valuable if damages are assessed.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Double-check every room of the property to confirm that you've packed everything on check-out day. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental a final time and look for any damage. We advise walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave feedback! Hosts rely on good feedback to stimulate future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation rental. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.