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.

Totally 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 roomy 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 enormous backyard.

Backyard is completely 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. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville 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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the perfect rental home experience:

Finding the best value:

• Book your Wrightsville Beach rental in Fall or Spring to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer.
• In the Wrightsville Beach area, The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies typically offer renters an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guide magazines have coupons for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

How to choose and book a perfect Wrightsville Beach rental:

• Select a group lead, select your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. The Little Paddle Beach Cottage near the Boardwalk has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is normally accessible online. Otherwise, contact the host before you book your rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Use a map search to find nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you must reserve a pet-friendly property. Request details on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, property managers charge pet deposits and fees.

Advice for your stay:

• Add the property manager's information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Make a record of any damages to the property at check in, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if damages are assessed.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often times, surrounding homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let thieves spoil your holiday.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was inoperable and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.