Turtle Time, dog friendly, short walk to beach - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 3 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Beach memories await at this fresh townhome constructed and furnished in July 2023! Open and airy with modern construction and furnishings, tons of natural sunlight create a casual beach vibe! Located in the middle of enjoyment island, the property provides simple access to experience all that Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher have to offer. With luxury amenities and space for everybody to kick back and relax, Turtle Time will become a place you'll never want to leave!

For those with bigger events we also have the unit next door for the ability to sleep 16.
The space
Located in a handsome and peaceful neighborhood, away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to walk or bicycle to the beach is this brand new townhouse! 0.4 mile walk straight down the street through a nice neighborhood to the beach and 1 block from the island greenway! The greenway ends at Mike Chapell Park with a dog park, skate park, playground, basketball courts, pickle ball courts and soccer fields.

This home is part of a duplex, two homes side by side. The home has a private entrance and none of the spaces are shared. By reserving this home, you will have access to the Texas Ave side.

INTERIOR- First Floor
Upon entering the home, guests will find a bespoke constructed-in drop zone for hats, beach towels and bags to the left. Ahead is the downstairs living room with space to relax and watch a 55 inch TV. Two bedrooms are on this level one with a king bed and one with a queen bunk bed with a twin XL on top. Also a twin sized cot is available to roll out of the closet in this room. Access to the one car garage is available from inside and access to a modest outdoor entirely fenced patio with an outdoor shower is accessible from the living room. A full bath with tub/shower is on this level. Each bathroom is outfitted with essentials including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap and hair dryer.

INTERIOR- Second Floor
Just up the stairs, you will find the ideal gathering space with a living/dining room with completely supplied kitchen for cooking. This space is open, airy and full of natural light with a vaulted ceiling. The kitchen has a giant island for calming and cooking family meals, sliding glass doors access a patio ideal for appreciating morning coffee or a book!
Beside the living room is a half bath and entrance to the gorgeous master suite with luxury walk-in glass shower, double vanity, and cavernous walk-in closet (enormous enough for a pack-in-play for infant).

This home is charming!

EXTERIOR
- Path to outdoor shower for washing off sand after beach trips
- Modest completely fenced in patio area
- One car garage
- Grille in garage to wheel into driveway for cooking
- 4 mid-sized cars fit in driveway
- Beach chairs and beach toys available for use in the garage. Please return after use.

Have a bigger group and need more space? Ask us about the next door unit! Available for rent as well so your event can stay close together!

About the Area

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the best vacation home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Reserve your rental home in Fall or Spring to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group.
• Property managers usually offer renters an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitors guides contain offers and deals for local tours and attractions.

Selecting the perfect vacation home in the Wrightsville Beach area:

• Begin by choosing your vacation dates and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group needs. Turtle Time, dog friendly, short walk to beach has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is regularly available online. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking.
• Some properties allow pets, and others do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the host about allowable breeds and types before booking.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Note any issues with the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent many difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to go for the best drinks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental home while you're away. Keep your property safe!
• Just before checking out, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't leave anything behind. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to inspire more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.