Happy as a Clam! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3000 square feet

Welcome to Island Life! This coastal getaway offers modern amenities (8-9 guests, 4 bedrooms, 5 beds, 4.5 bath, 2,930 sq. ft. constructed in 2023) This cavernous, open, airy modern design is ideal for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings, gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. TVs and full length mirrors in every bedroom, huge family room and electric fireplace for ambience, huge dining table, entirely equipped kitchen with wet bar. Just 6 blocks from the ocean, steps away from Island Greenway Walk/Bicycle Trail & Mike Chappell Park, (off-street trails, parks and breathtaking areas),10-acre park and has something for everybody in the family, it is equipped with two tennis courts (Pickle Ball), basketball court, playground equipment, baseball, soccer field, skate park (newly remodeled 8,000 sq. ft. skate park is complete with ramps, rails, and bowls). Some of the best fishing spots and broad hiking trails. Great eateries and shopping close by, 8 miles to the NC aquarium at Ft. Fisher, and 20 mins. to downtown Wilmington. Savor Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Willington Beach.

INDOOR LIVING: This open, airy modern design is ideal for entertaining. There is so much attention to detail - vaulted ceilings to a gas range, stone countertops and high end cabinetry. Grand family room with 70” TV and electric fireplace for ambience, sizable dining table, roomy completely equipped kitchen with wet bar.

BEDROOMS: Bedroom 1 (Master downstairs) King Bed; Bedroom 2 King Bed; Bedroom 3 Queen Bed; Bedroom 4 Bunk Beds (1 full, 1 twin). Each bedroom is complete with full size bathrooms, ample closet space and TVs. Full length mirrors in Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3. Please note, one closet is locked up in master bath for owner's belongings, if you need to hang long dresses there is a spacious closet in entry hallway. Modest room for infant with portable crib, jungle gym, infant tub, high chair.

KITCHEN: Fridge, gas range, oven, dishwasher, microwave, wet bar, cooking basics and more, dishware, glassware, flatware, silverware, coffee maker, toaster, blender, crockpot, dish towels, starter paper products, napkins, paper towels and trash bags.

GENERAL: High-speed WiFi, central A/C & heating, ceiling fans, in-unit washer and dryer, linens & bath towels, beach towels, starter laundry detergent, hand soap, body wash, hangers, 4 hair dryers, 2 make up mirrors, iron/ironing board, keyless entry.

PARKING: Driveway (3 cars) Please note: no parking in garage, if you park on the street you may get a ticket. GARAGE IS OFF LIMIT!

GUEST ACCESS: Self-check-in with keyless entry upon arrival. You will find a intelligent lock at the front door and a code will be sent to you prior to your arrival.

OTHER: The enormous, flat yard is generously landscaped and has an outdoor shower, high end brand new grille, four lounge chairs. Exterior cameras are placed at the front door and outside in the front. Outdoor dining set coming soon!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

The ice maker does not work, but there are plenty of ice trays in the freezer. Please fill trays with water before departure for the next quest.

Please clean grille after each use as it is not a part of the cleaning service.

Please make sure all doors are shut when you using the outside area.

Master closet is locked but there is a dresser in there and if you need to hang clothes you can use the closet in the hallway.

Garage is off limits and locked, 3 parking spaces in driveway, you cannot park on the road you may bet a ticket.

If water starts leaking in the master bath shower, there is a tool in the drawer by the toilet, you just lift up the drain and unclog the hair. The drain is modest so it clogs effortlessly with hair, especially woman with long hair. It is an painless task.

DEPARTURE
Beach towels and all other bath towels must be washed and dried and put back, start one load of laundry of sheets requested by cleaning service. They only will do two loads of laundry. Please do not over suff the washer.

Also please make sure all pots/pans, wine glasses, etc. are washed and put away. Start the dishwasher before departure.

Please take out trash and recycling Monday nighttime, they come early Tuesday morning, bring trash cans back to the yard Tuesday. If you leave on any other day, please bring trash to the road.

Please turn off all lights and set air on 74 degrees, please close blinds.

Please make sure all doors and windows are locked.

We have keyless entry upon arrival. Please make sure you hit the lock button when you check out and leave the home at all times.

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this vacation home. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the optimal Cape Fear area vacation home experience:

Sticking to a spending plan:

• Summer months are high season in Carolina Beach. Booking a rental in Spring or Fall is our best tip for saving money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• Reserve your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some property managers offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property management companies often offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitors guide magazines have deals for local tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Start by choosing trip dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration you need. Happy as a Clam! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the host before you reserve the rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what configuration is right for your trip.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental
• If your group is bringing pets, you will need a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Note that some property owners charge additional pet fees.

Considerations for your stay:

• Be sure you get the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Upon check-in, note any damages to the property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call can prevent many issues.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers bothering your home life. Apply the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and places you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Lock your rental while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before departing, walk through the property to make sure you've collected everything. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We suggest walking through with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Hosts rely on great reviews to drive more reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will appreciate that you share your experience and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.