Stunning Family Getaway - Water Views, Easy Boat Launch - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2450 square feet

This impressive Carolina Beach home is a great escape. Savor handsome water vistas from all levels in a peaceful residential neighborhood. Located on NC's inter-coastal waterway, there's painless access to a public launching dock for boaters. Just mins. to striking sandy beaches and an simple walk to a 761-acre coastal park with some of the state's best fishing spots and broad hiking trails. Great eateries close by, 8 miles to the NC aquarium at Ft. Fisher, and 20 mins. to downtown Wilmington's attractions.

With 4 Bedrooms and 4 1/2 Baths, a completely equipped kitchen and dining room, handsome living area with gas fireplace, and an additional gathering/game room, Casa Carioca sleeps 8 comfortably. There are 6 outdoor balconies for appreciating your morning coffee or evening drink and a private backyard for your family escape. An elevator is available.

MASTER SUITE #1: Located on the second level, this suite offers a firm king size bed, a walk-in closet, 50-inch TV and private access to its own porch with water vistas. The spa like bathroom includes two sinks and a cavernous shower with bench seating.

MASTER SUITE #2: Also located on the second level, this suite offers a plush king size bed with a Therapedic TruCool 3-inch bed topper. There is a huge walk-in closet, a 50-inch TV and private access to its own porch with peaceful neighborhood view. The ensuite bathroom includes a roomy shower with bench seating.

GUEST BEDROOM #3: Located on the first level, this suite offers a plush queen bed with SensorPedic 4-inch Gel Memory Foam bed topper. There is an ensuite bathroom with shower, a 50-inch TV and access to the porch overlooking the back yard.

GUEST BEDROOM #4: Located on the first level, this bedroom offers a firm queen bed and 50-inch TV. There is a hall bathroom with soaking tub right next door to the bedroom.

KITCHEN AND DINING: The spacious kitchen comes entirely equipped with appliances including coffee maker, blender, toaster, KitchenAid mixer, waffle maker and crock pot. There is a 5-burner gas stove and oven, refrigerator with ice maker, in island microwave and dishwasher. The enormous dining table comfortably seats eight with additional seating for three at the kitchen island. Patio door leads out to a porch with bistro table and chairs and a gorgeous view of the neighborhood.

LIVING AREA: The living space includes comfortable seating, a gas fireplace, a 65-in TV, and some of the best vistas in the home. A pair of bar stools make great conversation possible with the kitchen. Patio door leads out to a spacious porch with outdoor seating and access to the crows nest.

GAME ROOM/SITTING ROOM: On the first level, at the entrance to the townhome, you'll find an additional area for gaming, reading or enjoying the 65-inch TV. There is also a mudroom area for leaving shoes, beach towels or jackets.

GROUND LEVEL: Park up to 4 cars underneath the home. Beach chairs and body boards for your use are in one of the ground level storage spaces. There's an outdoor shower for rinsing off the sand from your day at the beach. A sizable, private back yard provides additional space for an evening under the stars.

GUEST AMENITIES: We provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryers and makeup remover. Coffee and tea welcome you to our home. A portable Bluetooth speaker provides music anywhere in the home or on the porches. There is a full-size washer and dryer on the second level of the home.

FAMILY FRIENDLY: There's plenty to do for kids of all ages. However, because our vacation home is on three levels, it may not be suitable for infants and toddlers. For their safety, we do not allow kids to ride the elevator without an adult.

CLEANING STANDARDS: We take immense pride in the cleaning of our home so rest assured that the home not only follows recommended guidelines but exceeds them.

* We sanitize high-touch surfaces, down to the doorknobs.

* We use cleaners and disinfectants approved by global health agencies, and wear protective gear to help prevent cross-contamination.

* We clean each room using extensive cleaning checklists.

* We provide additional cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay.

* We comply with local laws, including any additional safety or cleaning guidelines.

COMFORT AND SAFETY: Heating and air conditioning are available in the home along with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. A whole home water softening system and reverse osmosis water filtration system provides additional comfort. You won't need to haul bags of ice or buy bottled water for drinking or cooking.

Exterior cameras are placed at the front door, back porch and parking level for home security. There are no cameras inside the home.

Unwind, soak up the water vistas, and savor all the area has to offer at Casa Carioca!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Legion Stadium. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach Boardwalk 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 Carolina Beach rental experience:

When to visit Carolina Beach & When to book:

• Summer months are high season in Carolina Beach. To book the largest rental home for your budget, we highly recommend booking in Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite Wrightsville Beach restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be 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 loved ones at the beach.
• The earlier your group can book, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked very early. Booking your vacation property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
• Hosts sometimes offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Often, rental management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guide magazines that include money-saving offers, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Begin by selecting vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Stunning Family Getaway - Water Views, Easy Boat Launch has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available online. Otherwise, email or call the host before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds.
• Visiting for a specific event? Use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs could be applied to your agreement.

During your stay:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. Store the host's information in your smartphone.
• To make sure damages aren't attributed to your visit, note any problem areas during arrival. Contact the host immediately to report any damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Keep the property locked while you are out! Don't let thieves ruin your vacation.
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on good feedback to compel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared 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 had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.