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 753.5 square feet

Welcome to the Sandbox where the marina meets the ocean! Your gorgeous 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 charmingly 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 simple 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 striking 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. 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 Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Wrightsville Beach vacation rental experience:

When to visit Carolina Beach & When to book:

• Summer months are high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. Booking your Wrightsville Beach vacation rental in Fall or Spring is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable properties.
• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Some property managers offer rate reductions for 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.
• Property management companies typically offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area visitor guides which will include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Narrow your Search:

• Begin by choosing your trip dates and a budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your family requires. The Sandbox Ocean View 2 Bed\/2 Bath has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally accessible online. If they are not listed, contact the property management company before you reserve the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Does your family require particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Some properties allow pets, but others do not. Acceptable types of family pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.

Some things to know before you go:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home. We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Make a record of any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the owner. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be beneficial if a dispute arises.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, elevator or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent quite a few problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers bothering your peace. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• Upon check-out, complete a final walk-through to confirm you didn't leave anything behind. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Property managers rely on great feedback to compel future bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. 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 property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.