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 fantastic ocean vistas from the kitchen, living room, master bedroom, and two oceanfront decks. Savor a handsome 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 simple 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 appealing historic town of Southport where many movies have been filmed.

Wilmington is a 25-min. drive away with its exceptional 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
Totally 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 best Carolina Beach rental experience:

Find your perfect vacation home:

• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The most desirable vacation rentals are booked early. Reserving your rental six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Summer is the most expensive season in the Cape Fear area area. Book your vacation in Fall or Spring months to enjoy beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the 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 loved ones at your favorite beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites frequently offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Cape Fear area area magazine 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, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Begin by selecting the best vacation week and a budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration you need. 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 rentals search.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property management company before booking the home. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds in living rooms. You will need to establish what configuration is best for your family.
• Some rentals allow pets, but some don't. Allowable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property manager about your furry family members before booking.
• If there's a specific Cape Fear area attraction you are crazy about, keep an eye out for homes that are either close by, or those that cater to your needs.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all required amenities are included before reserving a rental.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your rental. Put the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, stereo or appliance. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few concerns.
• Lock your rental home while you're out. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers bothering your peaceful home life. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can usually help. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Walk through the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, take video and pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your family have a wonderful stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.