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Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

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4 br, 4 ba condo.Just installed May '22- NEW dishwasher, NEW washing machine, NEW dryer.PLEASE NOTE COMMUNITY POOL CLUB ONLY OPEN MEM DAY TO LABOR DAY.3 TVs and a DVD player. The condo has 2 master suites, a covered deck overlooking a turtle-filled...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Luxury Oasis - Pool, Jacuzzi, Golf Cart!
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Plan your next great escape at Barrett House, a brand new extravagant 4BR dreamhouse located right in the heart of Carolina Beach. This cavernous 1-level luxury home is the ideal place for a beach vacation with the family, an extended stay or a...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Sunset Beach, NC Vacation Guide

Sunset Beach is a unique little North Carolina coastal destination that encompasses both mainland and barrier island terrain, and is located just a seashell's throw from the South Carolina border. Despite its proximity to larger destinations like...

Sandy Bottoms: Classic Beach Home Newly ...
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Great Location!Just 1 mile west of the bridge and directly across from the new wooden ramp walkway, this clean, well-maintained, and gorgeously decorated home is ideal for your beach hideaway. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, the home...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Cape Fear area Kayaking Guide

With miles of water in every direction, and a collection of cool destinations that are only accessible via a water-bound vessel, the Cape Fear area is a prime destination to launch a kayaking adventure. Take to the waves for a thrilling ride, or...

Activities for Kids in the Brunswick / Cape Fear Area

From the sunny beaches to the educational museums and attractions, the Cape Fear region is seemingly designed for kids. The towns that dot this coastal region are filled with tempting options for the young and young-at-heart, which includes cool...

Cottage by the Beach: Best Suited for La...
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Welcome to the Cottage by the Beach in Wilmington, where the enchanting melodies of the waves beckon you to our impressive 4-bedroom bungalow. Located on a sprawling half-acre lot surrounded by lush trees, this inviting hideaway is designed to...

  • Wilmington
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Southport Waterfront Park

While Downtown Southport has an ample supply of wide front porches to take a load off and enjoy a breeze, many longtime visitors attest there's no better place to relax than the Southport waterfront Park.

Cape Fear Scenic Spots

Drafting a full list of all the scenic spots in the Cape Fear region can be a daunting task. This corner of coastal North Carolina features miles of stunning terrain to admire, which is accented with a collection of public parks, local fishing...

Prime location and the perfect getaway f...
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Unit #202 provides our guests with a comfortable and cozy condo in the heart of Wrightsville Beach. Prime location and steps away to the handsome beach, convenient grocery store, sizable variety of eateries, numerous boutique stores and The Shed...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
May Moore Park

Take a break from the beach and enjoy the winding canals and creeks that border the Elizabeth and Cape Fear Rivers with a visit to the May Moore Park. This small destination, located on the northeastern side of Oak Island, is within walking distance...

Cape Fear & Brunswick Islands Fishing Guide

Whether a visitor lands in the inland regions of Wilmington and mainland New Hanover County, or the coastal vacation hotspots of Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, fishing is always readily available – and celebrated – in the Cape...

Mine, Mine, Mine - an oceanfront 3-bedro...

Unwind in an oceanfront getaway! "Mine, mine, mine" is a freshly refreshed 3 bedroom/2bath home, including all new windows/sliding doors, exterior siding, sheetrock & insulation, porches, AC unit, kitchen with farmhouse sink, stainless appliances...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Cape Fear Educational Activities

Visitors who want to transform a vacation into a learning experience that will delight “students” of all ages will adore the Cape Fear area. Home to a wealth of museums, iconic sites, and natural attractions, there’s always an...

Pleasure Island

Cape Fear visitors in a vacation state of mind will find plenty of reasons to celebrate in Pleasure Island. This moniker that’s given to the island found just south of Wilmington is well-deserved, as the small collection of beach communities...

Coastal Cozy and Close to Beach with Tur...

Unwind in a sleek, freshly refreshed apartment on the bottom floor of this Charleston style home! Doodle's Suite features a fenced in backyard space complete with turf, yard games, lounge seating and more! The interior is rich with amenities...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Turtle Cove - Canal Home with Floating D...
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This canal home has it all, convenient access for beach people, floating dock for boaters and great kitchen for the prepare! Private pool! Two separate eating areas, five porches with swings, rockers and chairs. Master bedroom has adjoining sitting...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

The small but well-stocked Wrightsville Beach Museum of History is a charming little attraction that may not take very long to explore, but nevertheless presents a complete and fascinating portrait of this surprisingly long-standing beach town.

Bird Island Reserve

Visitors who take a trip to the very southern tip of the North Carolina coastline will be treated to a wild landscape where the local wildlife thrives – the Bird Island Reserve. Situated on the border of North and South Carolina, this...

Cozy condo with ocean view, private beac...

New Pictures postedYour Ocean Isle Beach hideaway awaits at this brilliant 1-bedroom condo. Feel the magic of Ocean Isle Beach at our getaway.Check in - 3pmCheck out - 10amJune/July/August are 4 nighttime minimumAll other months are 3 nights...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
New Hanover County Arboretum

The New Hanover County Arboretum, located on the outskirts of Downtown Wilmington on Oleander Drive, is a peaceful retreat for nature lovers everywhere. With seven acres of greenery, and gorgeous foliage that changes with the season, every visit...

Cape Fear Vacation Rentals

The Cape Fear area – from Wilmington to Southport – is brimming with accommodation options. With a far-reaching range of campgrounds, motels and hotels, and resorts, visitors will find no shortage of places to stay, regardless of whether...

2nd Row House - 2 min walk to beach, ove...
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New for 2025: This is now a linen ready home (no need to bring/rent sheets or towels) with new decking/porch, stairs, windows and siding. Berner Breezes is a gorgeous second row home on the East End of Sunset Beach. Savor the painless rhythm of...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Carolina Beach State Park

Visitors who want to take a break from Carolina Beaches' busy surfside scene, and instead enjoy its acres of wild, undeveloped territory, can pay a visit to the sprawling Carolina Beach State Park.

The Carolina Beach Boardwalk is the place to go for family-oriented or even late-night fun after a sunny day on the beach. Noted as one of the top 10 boardwalks in America by Food & Wine magazine, this classic oceanside boardwalk features a...