NF1212A: Banana Cabana: Oceanfront duplex w\/ Private Pool, Hot tub, and Elevator - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2612 square feet

Banana Cabana is one side of a duplex (two sides). It can be rented as one side, or as a "whole". To rent both sides of the property, visit the property page called Salty Banana.

Banana Cabana is a luxury five-bedroom oceanfront property, with striking ocean vistas from the kitchen, living room, master bedroom, and two oceanfront decks. Appreciate a impressive sunrise over the ocean, and throughout the day watch schools of dolphins swim by and flocks of pelicans dive for fish. Stroll out to the wide white-sand beach with direct access from the main living floor.

The home is charmingly decorated to make this your home away from home during your stay. The wide-open floor plan between the kitchen, dining area, and living room, with ample seating, accepts for painless entertaining and quality family time. The well-equipped gourmet kitchen and gas grille make cooking a breeze. Afterward, relax with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine as the sun sets or take a dip in the lighted swimming pool. The home has a private, oceanfront pool and hot tub as well as an elevator.

Conveniently located within one mile is the Kure Beach town center, the famed Kure Beach Fishing Pier, Ocean Front Park with special events all year, Jack Mackerel’s Island Seafood, Big Daddy’s Seafood Buffet, and Freddie’s Italian (since 1940). Or walk up the beach a half mile to the Tiki Bar Pier, a great beach bar on the pier with modest plate seafood items. The home is within two miles of the NC State Aquarium at Fort Fisher, a civil war site, and about the same distance to the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach with live music, weekly fireworks (in season), and dozens of deep-sea fishing boats, eateries, and stores. For a change of pace, take the 30-min. car Ferry at the southern tip of the island to the gorgeous historic town of Southport where many movies have been filmed.

Wilmington is a 25-min. drive away with its fantastic Riverwalk along the Cape Fear River, casual and fine dining, one of the biggest historic districts in the country, and the Battleship North Carolina, open for tours.

Grab your beach chair and a cold drink, and come see it for yourself!

GENERAL
Private Pool & Hot Tub (Pool is Saltwater)
Pool Dimensions:  10.5" x 24', 3.5ft shallow, 4.5ft deep
Free WiFi
Handicap Accessible
Elevator
Central Heat & Air
1 Car Garage
Driveway Parking for 3 Vehicles
Beach Access & Walkway
Gas Grille
2 Giant Oceanfront Decks 
Full-Size Washer & Dryer
Board Games and Books
Outdoor Shower
Pool and Beach Toys

KITCHEN & DINING ROOM
Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
Dining Table with Seating for 8
Kitchen Bar with Seating for 4
Entirely Stocked Kitchen for Making and Serving Meals
Microwave
Oven
Electric Induction Cooktop
Dishwasher
Ice Maker in Fridge
Keurig Single Cup Coffee Maker
12 Cup Drip Coffee Maker
Electric Griddle
Toaster
Blender
Hand Mixer
Can Opener
Crockpot
Garbage Disposal

LIVING ROOM
Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
Direct Access to Pool and Beach as well as Private Covered Deck with Table and Seating for 4 and 5 Rocking Chairs
43” Flat Screen 4K Ultra High Definition “Intelligent” TV (Stream Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, etc. with your personal account)
Cable TV Service
Couch with seating for 3, 1 Appreciate Seat, and 1 Hideaway Sleeper Chair
Ceiling Fan

LAUNDRY
Stack Unit Washer & Dryer
Iron and Ironing Board


MASTER SUITE #1
Oceanfront, 3rd Floor
Private Bath with Stand Up Shower, Jacuzzi Tub, Double Vanity Sinks, and Hair Dryer
King Bed
40” Flat Screen “Intelligent” HDTV (Stream Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, etc. with your personal account)
Cable TV Service
Oceanfront Balcony with Private Access and Seating for 2
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #2
3rd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Bedroom #3 with Shower/Tub Combination
2 Sets of Bunk Beds (twin over twins)

BEDROOM #3
3rd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Bedroom #2 with Shower/Tub Combination
King Bed
Flat Screen TV with Cable 
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #4
2nd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Common Area with Shower/Tub Combo
Queen Bed
Flat Screen HDTV with Cable
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #5
1st Floor
Private Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo
Queen Bed
Flat Screen TV with Cable 
Ceiling Fan

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. 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

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the optimal vacation home experience:

Finding the best rental home value:

• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To get the most suitable vacation home within budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite 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 on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Property managers sometimes offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Property management companies frequently offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for program terms and fees.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitors guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a partnership between the management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

How to choose the perfect rental home in the Cape Fear area area:

• Start by having your group choose date ranges and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the configuration your group requires. NF1212A: Banana Cabana: Oceanfront duplex w\/ Private Pool, Hot tub, and Elevator has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Cape Fear area rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is usually accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, call the host before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to establish what bed configuration is suitable for your group.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Request details on breed, size, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? If so, use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

More considerations:

• Be sure you get the property manager's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home when you are out, just like you would at home.
• During arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent source for finding the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed everything at departure. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Leave a review! Property owners rely on good reviews to inspire more bookings. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.