SL1501U: Starfish Cottage Upper: Oceanfront, Views, Dog Friendly - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 700 square feet

This pet-friendly, beachfront bungalow with tons of vintage appeal features an oceanfront deck off the kitchen and living room. RARE: Parking for up to 2 cars is included. Savor painless and fast public beach access just steps from your door, or sit on your back porch with a cup of coffee to take in an extraordinary sunrise, or savor the gorgeous ocean vistas and breezes while sipping a drink under the palm tree. When you are hungry or thirsty, take a short walk to Granny’s to appreciate a tasty southern breakfast or to the Ocean Grille & Tiki Bar for dinner and drinks. Uncle Vinnie’s Pizzeria and The Spot Bar are just a few blocks away. This property is located close to downtown Carolina Beach with all its amenities.

Parking for this property is on the grass behind the home. You use the driveway on the right side of the home to get to the lot at the back of the home. The parking lot to the left of the property is a public lot and requires a parking pass or pay-for parking.

*Please note this is only the UPPER floor of this bungalow and not the entire home*

GENERAL
Heating and Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
Parking for 2 Vehicles
Right next to Public Beach Access and Parking (No Private Beach Access)
Pet Friendly (DOGS ONLY - LIMIT OF TWO)

KITCHEN AND DINING ROOM
Ocean Vistas
Dining Table with Seating for 4
Barstool Seating for 2
Dishwasher
Toaster
Microwave
Flat Cook Top Stove
Fridge
Drip Coffeemaker

LIVING ROOM
Access to Deck
Ocean View
1 Couch
2 Side Chairs
Flat Screen TV
Ceiling Fan

FAMILY ROOM
Street View
Full Sleeper Couch

LAUNDRY
Stacked Washer and Dryer

MASTER BEDROOM
Queen Bed
Flat Screen TV
Private Half Bathroom
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM 2
2 Twin Beds (Twin and Twin Trundle)
Flat Screen TV
Ceiling Fan

BATHROOM
Double Vanity Sinks
Tub/Shower Combo

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 attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Tregembo Animal Park 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 allowed

Strategies to get the very best vacation rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your vacation property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your rental.
• Summertime is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Reserve your Wrightsville Beach rental home in the Spring or Fall to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities.
• Some hosts offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if special discounts are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, rental management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides that include special deals, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• To start, have your group select the best dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. SL1501U: Starfish Cottage Upper: Oceanfront, Views, Dog Friendly has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible online. Otherwise, email the property owner before booking the property. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or applied to your agreement.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental

Know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the directions to your phone, and take a printed backup.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Make a record of any damages to the property during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are usually an excellent resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to confirm you've collected everything. Remember to 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.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good ratings to inspire new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.