Just For The Shell of It! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 11
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 3500 square feet

Just For the Shell of it! Boasts over 3500 square feet and accepts everybody to spread out. Take the elevator or stairs to your over 2,500 square foot living space located on the second level, and provides a huge open kitchen adjacent to a 900 square foot great room. The bottom floor is comprised of a 1,000 square foot game room that is air-conditioned and furnished with a pool table, TV, and games. The home has full kitchen amenities and an additional refrigerator on the lower level. There is an additional-huge master suite with a king bed, enormous tv, a private deck with a roomy bathroom with a soaking tub. Additionally, the master bedroom provides access to the six-foot privacy fenced back yard to let your family pets roam. The master and one other bedroom also have limited ocean vistas. There are two queen bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom. The fourth bedroom has a full-size bed and a connected bathroom. The fifth bedroom has a twin daybed and a tv. The great room has a 70-inch tv and a sizable open concept. The front porch has a gate for your pets at the top of the stairs, couch and high-top table to appreciate the outdoors. Head down to the lower level in the elevator to the game room which features a sleeper couch, tv, pool table, pacman game, game table, and plenty of room to relax on the occasional rainy day. The elevator has plenty of room for all of your bags and vacation needs. A humongous outdoor shower awaits after a day on the beach with hot and cold water with plenty of privacy. The home has plenty of parking and is only three homes from the ocean and is equipped with a standard electrical car charger. The home's great location is just two blocks from Freeman park, a great beach that accepts four-wheel cars. Carolina Beach is a family-friendly town with great eateries, a amazing boardwalk area, a lake with a walking path, a state park, boat ramps, surf and deep-sea fishing, bicycle paths, access to the ICC to put in Kayaks, and many other island amenities. You are 10 miles from Wilmington, NC with all of its attractions. This really is a year-round beach town ideal for your family geaway!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Legion Stadium. Traveling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. 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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Strategies to get the best vacation home experience:

Get the best value:

• Summer months are the most expensive season in the Cape Fear area area. Book your Cape Fear area vacation home in Fall or Spring to enjoy warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The sooner your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are reserved very early. Booking your rental up to 12 months before your vacation is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Hosts sometimes offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitors guide magazines that include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to pick the best vacation rental in Carolina Beach:

• Choose a group leader, select your trip dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Just For The Shell of It! has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. If they are not listed, call the property management company before reserving the property. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds. You'll need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation.
• Are you looking for specific amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you will need a pet-friendly property. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

Tips to have a great stay:

• Add the property manager's phone number to your phone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• To make certain damages are not linked to your family's visit, note any problem areas when you arrive. Speak to the host immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property when you are away, just like you would at home.
• Re-check every room of the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all personal items at check-out. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on great feedback to propel new bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to solve it.