The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed\/2 Bath - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 754 square feet

Welcome to the Sandbox where the marina meets the ocean! Your appealing beach get-away has one owner suite with a queen bed, private full bathroom & private access to the balcony overlooking the ocean.  Parlor in bed & watch the waves as the moon illuminates the ocean! The 2nd bedroom has a twin over full bunk bed with another single bed. Pull out trundle available but attractively for a kid. Come back to find a completely equipped kitchen will accommodate all your needs. *2nd floor unit, No Elevator*

The centrally located bar area is anchored with a surfboard and there is a top of the line washer & dryer in the unit. Read your favorite book in the comfortable chaise lounge with the ocean in your foreground. Guest room has a single over full bunk bed and an additional single bed. Trundle is available but ideal for a kid. A ideal set up for modest families and/or kids! You have access to the beach and boardwalk just across the street and tandem unit specific assigned parking for 2 cars. Park & never have to use the car while here!  Also, there is additional storage downstairs in locked storage units for sandy beach apparatus and the front overlooks the pool.  In storage, for your use is a beach cart, body boards, a skim board and have added a Keurig coffee machine as well! **2nd Floor Unit, NO ELEVATOR**

Access to the storage unit downstairs which has 3 body boards, a skim board and a beach cart. Storage code will be supplied in your itinerary the day before your scheduled check-in. One long tandem marked parking space , fits two cars. Also, building private pool access with a key included in the unit.

I'm Mary-Katherine your host. I'm on the island most of the time and painless to contact via message directly in the AirBnB app.

If you don't already know, Carolina Beach is one of the best kept secrets in NC! You can ride your 4x4 on Freeman Park beach, walk or wheel to anything you will need to make your vacation memorable- World famed Britts donuts, so many spectacular eateries, many with roof top ocean vistas, a new top of the line Arcade, carnival rides, rentable bicycles, kayaks, paddle boards, live music & fireworks on the beach, Saturday farmers market by the lake, movies by the lake on Sunday evenings, visit the Kure Beach pier and do some fishing, the list goes on and on!

This location is superb for being able to have some privacy off the beach but with ocean vistas and access merely across the street. Once your car is parked, you have no need to get back in unless you want to visit Fort Fisher or the Aquarium or battleship in downtown Wilmington (which is also a fascinating destination in itself! There are sunset boat tours and deep sea fishing tours available across the street as well. Our beach, unlike most in this area, has lifeguards and terrific businesses where you can rent chairs, umbrellas, etc. which can be set up for you in the mornings before the heat sets in!

Sorry no family pets
PLEASE download the AirBnB app on your phone BEFORE you leave for your trip so you have fast access to ALL check-in instructions, access codes, WiFi info, your home manual & guidebook.

Please treat our place like it is your own
No pets
Leave shoes at the door to reduce the amount of sand in the unit
No towels or clothing over balconies (outside furnishings ok)
Please do not feed birds off the balcony
Please follow check-in & check-out procedures closely
Please do not boost the thermostat more than 1-2 degrees at a time
Please do not wash off make-up on towels/washcloths; only disposable wipes
Please do NOT put extremely sandy clothing or towels in washer or dryer
It is prohibitive to allow kids or pets on the balcony without adult supervision at ALL TIMES!

Most importantly, PLEASE ENJOY our beloved ocean side "Sandbox" condo. It brings us genuine joy to know you appreciated your stay, that's our goal. We want you to return year after year.

Let MK know via text if you need anything via the CHAT ONLY

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the beach. 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

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the very best Wrightsville Beach vacation home experience:

Get the best rental value:

• The earlier you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your rental home.
• Summer time is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To book the largest rental within budget, we recommend reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of large crowds at restaurants, beaches, and activities.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites frequently offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which often include special offers, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Make a plan and choose yourvacation home:

• Select your dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed\/2 Bath has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Wrightsville Beach vacation rental search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly accessible on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property owner before you reserve your rental. Remember that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? If so, use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Some things to know before you go:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before traveling. Save the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Document any issues with the property at check in, and immediately send them to the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are helpful if a dispute is filed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a terrific source for finding the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Double-check every room of the property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Hosts rely on good feedback to drive future bookings. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.