Oceanview Beach Retreat: Updated & Steps to Beach - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo

Welcome to 'A Place on the Beach.' A Attractively refreshed open floor plan beach getaway w/ amazing ocean vistas. Savor coffee on the balcony while seeing the sunrise over the ocean or savor a morning walk on the beach. This condo is the ideal place for a family vacay or a couple's getaway! Home is freshly painted & decorated. Appreciate the complex's private salt water pool (lounge chairs and picnic tables). Pool is open from May to Oct (dates may vary based on inspection).
We take pride in providing a clean & comfortable condo!

Living Area: When you first walk through the door, you are greeted with an open concept living area. The living room is cozy with ample seating. It opens up to a patio with a impressive view of the ocean, ideal for watching the sun rise with a cup of coffee before and impressive day of your stay. There is a Intelligent TV for your enjoyment as well.

The Kitchen: The updated kitchen is supplied with everything you’ll need to appreciate your stay. A full size refrigerator and range are ideal for when you want to have family meal at your home away from home. There is a microwave, a coffee maker, and there’s a dishwasher! You won’t have to worry about spending your vacation doing the dishes.

Master Bedroom: Furnished with a queen sized bed, you’ll feel right at home in this comfortable space. The en suite bathroom will give you the necessary privacy you look for during a family vacation. The master bedroom comes equipped with a Intelligent TV and has access to the patio.

2nd Bedroom: This huge bedroom is furnished with two single beds. It comes equipped with a Intelligent TV. There is a second full bathroom for guests in this bedroom to use.

There is a shared pool for condo guests and residents.

We are available to answer your questions via text, e-mail or through Airbnb messages. If you have more immediate needs that require hands on attention, we have someone on the island to assist you with anything you need!

The Ocean Front Retreat is located on the North End of Carolina Beach. This part of the island is unique because it’s located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Carolina Beach Inlet. This gives the effect of being surrounded by water. The island has many local attractions and eateries for you to enjoy during your stay. Make sure to check out our guidebook that details why we adore our little island!

This Ocean Front Retreat is within walking distance to the beach and the Carolina Beach Pier. If you wish to discover the island, renting a bicycle or a golf cart is a good way to enjoy the scenery and local attractions. If you want to spend the day in Wilmington, driving or calling an Uber would be your best mode of transportation.
Please do not forget to leave the parking pass when you vacate the property. Failure to leave the parking pass in the unit upon departure will result in a $100 fee.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the very best rental home experience:

Finding your perfect rental home:

• Summer time is high season in Carolina Beach. Book your Wrightsville Beach vacation in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Reserve your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Finding the best rental home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Select a group leader, select your vacation week, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. Oceanview Beach Retreat: Updated & Steps to Beach has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available on booking websites. Otherwise, reach out to the host before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to establish what configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or may be applied to your agreement.

Tips to have a terrific stay:

• Get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental property. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During check-in, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Frequently, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you're away. Protect your property!
• Re-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, ensure that you take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to propel future reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.