Waterfront 2 BDR\/2BA Condo w\/Pool and Beach Access - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 1200 square feet

Welcome to Upstream Retreat! A 2 bedroom/2 bath condo located on the Intercoastal Waterway just two blocks from the beach with NO hidden costs! The space has been refreshed with all new furnishings, appliances, finishes, and a kitchen stock full of goodies. Upstream is ideal for a couples' getaway, remote working, or family hideaway. With great vistas for watching the sunrise and sunset off the two porches and fireworks from the marina (seasonal), come see why we adore calling Carolina Beach home!

Along with full access to the condo, guests will have 2 assigned off-street parking spaces as well as access to the pool (open seasonally), docks for fishing and water sports, and grilles in the common areas. The neighborhood is peaceful, and close to everything with a mix of visitors and year-round residents living in the building and area.

INTERIOR KITCHEN AND LIVING SPACE
• Open concept kitchen and living space
• Seating for 6 at dining room table
• Additional bar seating in kitchen
• Generous sectional couch with full-size bed pull out or additional room for calming
• Giant flat screen TV with streaming options
• All new stainless steel kitchen appliances
• Totally outfitted kitchen – microwave, toaster, air fryer, pots/pans, blender, serving pieces, spices, wine glasses/wine tool, kids’s plate wear, ice packs for coolers, and more!

BEDROOMS/BATHROOMS
• Primary room: king size bed, workstation, TV, full bathroom, private patio, sound machine, and pull-out single bed for little ones
• Secondary bedroom: twin over queen sized bunk bed with full bathroom next door

OUTDOOR SPACE AND AMENITIES
• 4 min. walk to beach access
• Oversized back porch overlooking canal with ceiling fan and captain chairs
• Outdoor dining for 6
• Front porch with rocking chair
• Pool with canal vistas (open seasonally)
• Dock accessibility for fishing and water sports (boat slips unavailable)
• 2 off-street parking spots
• Carolina Beach Boardwalk with eateries, arcades, and stores (1 mile)


WHAT WE PROVIDE
• Bed linens
• Extra pillows and blankets
• Bath and beach towels
• Washer/dryer with starter detergent
• High speed, 600 Mbps Wi-Fi with option to upgrade
• Soaps/shampoo/body wash
• Starter garbage bags and dishwasher detergent
• Hot and iced Keurig coffee and tea to start
• Cleaning supplies and sanitizer wipes
• Hangers, hooks, and clothes hamper
• Kids’s booster seat
• Indoor games and kids's toys
• Modest cooler for beach

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING
• Sunscreen
• Extra Cooler(s)
• Beach Chairs, Umbrella, Water Sports Equipment (fishing poles, paddleboards, pool floats, etc). See our guidebook and home manual for rental recommendations.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School, or check out an event or a game at Legion Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Booking the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

Get the best rental home value:

• The sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation property six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summertime is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To book the most suitable rental within budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at popular Wrightsville Beach attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the high season.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Many management companies supply Wrightsville Beach area travel guides which include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Wrightsville Beach area magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Selecting and booking the rightrental:

• Choose your dates and maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family needs. Waterfront 2 BDR\/2BA Condo w\/Pool and Beach Access has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often available on booking pages. If not, email the property management company before reserving your home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or might be applied to your invoice.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking.

Tips for a wonderful stay:

• Get the owner's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Lock your rental property while you are out! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• To make sure that no damages are linked to your family's visit, inspect the rental for any problem areas when you arrive. E-mail the rental manager right away to report your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peace and quiet. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected everything. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.