The Little Paddle Beach Cottage near the Boardwalk - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

The Little Paddle is a 1940’s tropical beach home just moments away from the beach, boardwalk, lake, and state park!

This comfortable coastal design and creative space is conveniently located in the heart of Carolina Beach and only 2 blocks from the beach and lake. A 5 min. walk to the Boardwalk is tons of great eateries, stores, units, amusement rides, bars, coffee, ice-cream, donuts, an arcade & more!

Appreciate a hike through the state park, a visit to the aquarium, or a summer movie by the lake!

The beach is only a 0.2 mile walk from The Little Paddle! In addition to convenient beach access, this home is no more than a 5 min. walk to the boardwalk, local eateries, shopping, and Carolina Beach Lake Park while still offering privacy and a peaceful space to relax after a long day appreciating the beach.

The space: Lower unit of duplex. Private 1 Bed/1 Bath. Guests live in completely separate upstairs unit with different outside entrance. Check out our other listing The Sunrise Shack if you’re looking for more space!

Appliances: full size refrigerator, oven/stove, and microwave.

Entirely supplied kitchen: Dishes, pots/pans, silverware, drip coffee pot, coffee, and tea. Bed linens and 2 bath towels supplied, as well as hand soap, dish soap, shampoo and conditioner, trash bags, and paper towels.

WiFi available throughout the home and intelligent TV's in main living room and bedroom (Disney+, ESPN+, & Hulu supplied).

Well trained family pets welcome with fee. Two pet limit, one time $200 pet fee per pet applies. Please let us know at time of booking if you will be bringing pets and how many.

Outdoor spaces: Long screened in front porch is ideal for sipping coffee while watching the sunrise. New cavernous back deck and outdoor shower is great for family and friends after a long day at the beach. Savor yard games, calming sunsets, or let your dog run complimentary in our huge backyard.

Backyard is entirely fenced but one fence is about 3ft tall.

Parking - 1 complimentary spaces available: 1 space in front of the garage. Please be respectful of our neighbors and avoid parking in their yard.

Guest Access - Private access to entire 1st level (1 bed/1 bath). Our bathroom contains a stand up shower. We also have an outside shower located in the backyard that you can use.

Entry through front door. Keyless PIN code lock on front door that is specific to you.

Please keep in mind that our home was constructed in the 1940’s. And although our ceilings are insulated with Rockwool, you may occasional hear footsteps from the guests staying upstairs.

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this vacation home. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tips to get the best Wrightsville Beach rental experience:

How to get the best rental value:

• To get the best value, try changing your vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The sooner you can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Booking your rental property six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, travel guides contain deals for local tours and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking a perfect Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• Select a group lead, select your trip dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. The Little Paddle Beach Cottage near the Boardwalk has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually available online. Otherwise, email the property manager before you book the rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches.
• If there's a certain Wrightsville Beach beach you love, search for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking
• If your group is traveling with pets, search for a pet-friendly rental. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, property managers require additional pet deposits and fees.

Some things to know before you go:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the owner (and your stuff!) by locking the rental when you are away, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property one final time and look for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, take photos of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to compel new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will be thankful you shared your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. 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.