Dooley's Place | Steps to the Beach! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1225 square feet

Come relax and relax on the front porch of Dooley's Place! This home is handsomely decorated, well maintained, and located steps away from the beach! Dooley's Place has everything you need for a fantastic family vacation with all of the amenities of home. This property accommodates up to 6 guests with 3 roomy bedrooms and 1.5 baths (king and 1/2 bath in master bedroom, queen in second bedroom and 2 twins in the third bedroom).

Dooley's Place is comfortable and clean with an refreshed kitchen and all of the conveniences you need including an outdoor grille, outdoor shower, cable and WIFI, a screened in back porch, and a sizable backyard with an enclosed fence. The location of Dooley's Place is simply the BEST - you are 1 block from the ocean and in the most ideal spot on the island - within walking distance of the Ocean Grille/Tiki Bar, Granny's, Pop's, Uncle Vinny's, and The Peach Cobbler Factory. Be our guest and grab front row seats on the beach for the weekly fireworks display! Additionally, you are so close to Kure Beach, Fort Fisher, The Aquarium, Carolina Beach State Park and the Southport Ferry. We have ample room for parking and can't wait for you to stay with us -- don't forget to bring the family dog!

About the Area

Located near the beach, 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 Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Finding the best rental home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To find the largest vacation home within your budget, we recommend booking in Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite Cape Fear area restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are booked early. Booking your vacation property 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Some owners offer rate reductions for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for details.
• Look for your local Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guides contain offers and deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Make a plan and pick your prefectrental:

• First and foremost, have your family select dates and a max budget.
• Steps to the Beach! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available online. Otherwise, contact the property owner before you book your rental. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches. You will need to establish what is right for your trip.
• If there's a particular Cape Fear area attraction you are enamored with, search for properties that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.

Advice for a fantastic stay:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental.
• Make a record of any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be useful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and scenic spots you would have never otherwise known!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your vacation home while you are away. Keep your property safe!
• Double-check the property to confirm that you've packed all of your belongings on check-out day. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great reviews to drive new bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.