Oceanview Gem: Easy Access to Beach and Beyond! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1177 square feet

Retreat to the crow’s nest or relax on the second-floor balcony of “Salty Sea Turtle”; gaze out over an iconic oceanside town, pristine beaches, and shimmering blue Atlantic ocean. The salty breeze is scented with honeysuckle, wisteria, and Carolina jessamine. Fresh air and the sounds of the surf will lower your blood pressure and help you to readjust your internal clock to “island time”!

This roomy, handsome, yet comfortably casual, family-friendly 3br/3ba oceanside condo has an ideal central location between Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. It’s just a 3-min. (0.2-mile walk) to beach access and the vintage Carolina Beach boardwalk so rich with nostalgia and appeal! There’s a reason this dreamy, postcard-ideal vacation destination was historically known as “Pleasure Island”!

Living:
The bright, coastal-style living room has pale blue walls the color of ocean mist, white trim and crown molding, wood floors, an oversize sectional couch, and a huge bean bag chair, gorgeously arranged around a coffee table and wall-mounted SmartTV with cable and Roku.
The living room has muted colors of driftwood, seagrass, sky blue, and ocean blue. Above the couch hangs a sizable painting of sea turtles; an eye-catching piece of fine art that honors the namesake of this property “Salty Sea Turtle”.
Appreciate simple conversation, cozying up with a book, or kicking back to stream your favorite shows or movies here. Envision gathering for family game nights or reading bedtime stories on this comfortable couch.
Sliding glass doors from the living room open out to the deck and allow for plenty of natural light. A ceiling fan circulates fresh air throughout the living area.
Kitchen/Dining:
The open-concept design of the kitchen/living/dining area makes for painless entertaining. The completely-equipped kitchen has crisp white cabinets, cavernous white quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances including a French door refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, an electric range and oven, a microwave, a double basin sink, and a dishwasher. A Keurig and drip coffee maker are both included, as well as a blender, toaster, and chef’s caliber sharp cutlery.
The kitchen peninsula has counter space as well as a classy bar top with upholstered stool seating for four. A great spot to sip your morning coffee or freshly squeezed citrus juice! This breakfast bar seating makes the kitchen space much more social and fun! Guests can join the chef for a beverage or conversation during meal prep.
If the weather is nice, you may also choose to dine al fresco, on the covered deck, which offers a patio dining table with seating for four.
Bedrooms & Baths:
This condo features three bedrooms and three full baths. Savor cozy wall-to-wall carpeting in every bedroom, as well as silent ceiling fans and SmartTVs. Each bed offers a luxury bed and premium linens for a restful nighttime’s sleep. We also provide 7 bath towel sets, and hairdryers.

On the main living area (2nd floor), just off the kitchen, bedroom #1 has a twin XL over queen bed. This bedroom has wall-to-wall carpeting, a closet, and access to a hallway full bathroom with a pedestal sink and tub/shower combo. On the main (2nd) floor, just off the kitchen area, there is also a laundry closet with a convenient stackable washer and dryer, as well as an iron & ironing board. Ideal for special occasion nighttime out!
The primary bedroom (on the 3rd floor) has one Queen size bed, extravagant matching nightstands, reading lamps, a bureau, a closet, and an ensuite bathroom offering a opulent tub/shower combo with a rain shower head and shower wand.
Sliding glass doors from the primary bedroom open out to the relaxing balcony/covered veranda with dazzling vistas of the Atlantic. There’s chic patio furnishings with seating for two on this veranda, ideal for a morning cup of coffee. An exterior spiral staircase leads from this balcony to the crow's nest, with an open deck and seating area. Finest of all is the glorious 360-degree vistas of the pastel oceanside town and ocean vistas. This is an idyllic spot to experience sunrises and sunsets.
Bedroom #3, (also on the 3rd floor) has one Queen bed and access to a hallway full bathroom.

Bedroom Overview:
Bedroom #1: Main/2nd Floor - Twin XL over Queen (sleeps 3)
Primary Suite: Third Floor - 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2)
Bedroom #3: Third Floor - 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2)

Outdoor Conveniences:

Outdoor amenities are a highlight of this property! The ground/first-floor level features a carport with covered parking for two cars and a golf cart, as well as a deck with an alfresco dining area, a courtyard area, and a storage area with beach chairs, Bocce ball, sand toys, a beach cart; corn hole, etc.

Set up yard games in the backyard, or even in the carport on a rainy day. The carport is lit with Edison bulb string lights, which make the space more beachy and festive. There’s a hot/cold outdoor shower just off the carport. Simple to rinse off the salt and sand after a day at the beach!

There’s a covered deck with an alfresco dining table off the main living space on the second floor. Prepare some lobster rolls, seafood tacos, corn on the cob, potato salad or farmer’s market fresh summertime fuit salad. Add a bowl of chips, homemade guacamole, an icy pitcher of margaritas, and glasses garshished with salt and lime. Serve up a gourmet meal alfresco in the sea breeze!

The very best conveniences is the beach, which is just a 3-min. stroll from your door. Carolina Beach is famed for its vintage boardwalk and nostalgic oceanside charm!


Neighborhood:

The combination of the coastal setting, ocean vistas, beach access, luxurious amenities plus convenience to the iconic “enjoyment island” oceanside boardwalk is the essence of this home. Give your family the carefree, oceanside vacation from your own childhood memories. Boasting wide, white, gently sloping beaches and calm waters, Carolina Beach has been a prized destination for generations of visitors.

The “Salty Sea Turtle” is located in an ideal, central location between Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. This area has been historically voted as one of the most family-friendly oceanside vacation destinations on the East Coast! Park your car and discover the gorgeous neighborhoods by foot, bicycle or golf cart.

Walk to seafood eateries, ice cream parlors, tiki bars, BBQ joints, pretzel stands, legendary glazed donut stores, stores, boardwalk, and grocery markets. Nearby are boat units, sunset cruises, fishing charters, as well as jet ski, bicycle, paddleboard, surfboard, scooter, and kayak units.

There is plenty to do here. The eateries are great! There’s even a brewery with a beer garden. Summer season features outdoor concerts, fireworks displays, and outdoor movies at Carolina Beach Lake Park. Check out annual events such as seasonal fishing tournaments, the famed Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival, the Carolina Beach Music Festival, or the annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off.

Kids (and kids at heart!) will appreciate the skate park, disc golf course, family-friendly beach arcade full of classic arcade games, and the amusement park area with rides. There are plenty of bicycle trails. This friendly, oceanside community is a safe area for kids and teens to discover on bicycles, scooters, skateboards, etc.

Serious about catching fish? Consider chartering a private fishing boat from one of the area’s licensed captains (it is often said they know where the fish are!) Carolina Beach is the basin for off-shore fishing charters.

Just seven mins. south of Carolina Beach is Kure Beach, a quieter, less developed area full of maritime forest hiking trails, nature and birding sanctuaries, and handsome pristine beaches ideal for shelling. Kure Beach Fishing Pier is one of the oldest piers on the east coast. You can fish right off the pier! The North Carolina Aquarium and Fort Fisher Historic Park are both located in Kure Beach. Visitors who crave a little off-road adventure should check out Freeman Park, a 4wd-friendly beach area.

Wilmington and N. Myrtle Beach are the closest cities to Carolina Beach, for those craving more cosmopolitan activities.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this condo is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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

Getting the best Wrightsville Beach vacation property experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Summer time is high season in Carolina Beach. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach rental home in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your rental home up to 12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property managers usually offer their guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines have money saving offers on local shops and restaurants.

Choosing the best vacation home in Carolina Beach:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and choose a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Oceanview Gem: Easy Access to Beach and Beyond! has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach rental home search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. Otherwise, call the host before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If there's a particular Wrightsville Beach attraction you are enamored with, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.

Additional considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• At Check-in, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor. Often, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a great stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property management company was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your comments.