Good Times and Tan Lines only Steps from the Ocean - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 890 square feet

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Carolina Beach has amazing ocean vistas. It is decorated with neutral coastal colors and bright decor. You will feel right at home with the comfortable furnishings and completely equipped kitchen.

The living room has a intelligent 50” flat screen TV accepting guests to log on to their accounts to stream from Netflix, Hulu, and other apps including complimentary Wi-Fi for the entire unit. You will find a Queen sleeper couch with memory foam bed and access to the front balcony with great ocean vistas! The cavernous balcony has a huge table to appreciate your morning coffee as the sun rises, a family dinner or a peaceful evening drink.

The unit has been refreshed to make your stay as delightful and calming as possible with bath towels, new linens and a entirely furnished kitchen which includes refrigerator with automatic ice maker, glass prepare top stove with a full size oven, microwave and a ultra peaceful dishwasher. Gather around the dining room table that comfortably seats six for a seafood dinner or family game nighttime.

The private master bedroom has a King pillow top bed, a full master bath with walk in shower, flat screen TV and a DVD player. A patio door leads to a separate balcony that faces west for charming sunsets.

The guest room features a Queen bed, a portable crib and dresser.

The main bathroom located right next to the guest room includes plenty of storage space for your personal items, a tub/shower combo, bath towels and a washer and dryer.

Across the street, you will find the public beach access that will take you directly to the ocean. The beach is wide and clean where you can watch schools of dolphins just offshore, fish, surf the waves or just sit and soak up the sun.

Below the unit located in the outdoor closet are beach chairs for adults and kids, a beach mat and plenty of sand toys including body boards to play in the surf for your enjoyment.

This unit includes parking for 2 cars in the parking lot behind the building. The pool is just a few steps next door which includes an outdoor shower to wash off the sand as you come back from the beach.

One mile south of the condo is the Carolina Beach Boardwalk which was named one of the top boardwalks by the Food and Wine magazine. It features many stores and eateries including the famed Brits Donuts and Carolina Smokehouse. During the day be sure to hit the amusement park rides that are located right by the boardwalk.

You can head a few miles south on the island to find Fort Fischer Historic Site and recreational area, the North Carolina Aquarium or the ferry to Bald Head Island and Southport. The island also features a 761-acre State Park that is home to a rare and impressive Venus Flytrap along with many nature trails, marina and campsites.

Just a few short blocks north of the condo is the Carolina Beach Fishing Pier that features an outdoor tiki bar and Freeman Park where you can kick up some sand four wheeling, surf the waves or camp overnight.

The main marina on the island is just a fast drive from the condo with daily departures on fishing charters, sunset/dinner cruises and boat units. There is a kayak launch on the Intercoastal water near by.

Carolina Beach is alive with festivals and concerts all summer long. The summer features a Thursday nighttime firework display while Sunday nighttime is movie nighttime at the Lake. During the off-season annual events include Boardwalk activities such as Christmas by the Sea and the Island of Lights Festival. There is so much to do that you will want to stay at least a week!

For more added adventure, Wilmington is only 20 mins. away where you can take in the sights of the Riverwalk downtown river district along the Cape Fear River. Wilmington was voted the America’s best riverfront and rivals Charleston and Savannah for its southern appeal and history. We hope to see you soon!

Restrictions:
- Non-Smoking
- No Family Animals
- No Events or Parties allowed
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- In the summer season, daily units are only available for booking within 7 days
of the arrival date and require a 3-nighttime minimum.

Additional Information:
- 7 nighttime and monthly units receive a discount
- Parking for 2 cars. Campers and trailers of any kind are not allowed.
- This is a second story unit, accessible by stairs.
- Outdoor Pool is normally open May through September.
- Beach Towels are not supplied
- Airport: Wilmington International Airport (19.6 miles)

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the beach. 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 and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Our HOA does not allow renters to have pets.

Cape Fear area vacation rental tips and tricks:

When to go & When to book:

• To find the best value, try shifting your group's trip dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the high season.
• The sooner your group can book, the better your selection will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Booking your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Some property managers offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your property manager for details.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitors guides have offers and deals for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking a perfectrental:

• Choose a group leader, choose your dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Good Times and Tan Lines only Steps from the Ocean has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed counts is generally accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email the host before you book your rental. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? Use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Add the property manager's contact info to your phone. Take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Upon check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent a lot of problems.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, adjacent homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can often help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from 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.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will will be grateful for 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 quickly to fix it.