Ocean front 3 bedroom rustic beach cottage - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 900 square feet

One of only a few direct Oceanfront beach cottages left in Carolina Beach that is great for families. Sit on the front porch and watch waves or a elegant sunrise. Direct beach vistas and access. This home was constructed in 1969 and owned by the same family for 50 years. This bungalow offers an impressive beach getaway that is reminiscent of simpler times. Excellent surf break in front of home which is only 100 yards from the Tiki bar. You will appreciate "Mike's Beach", the private beach area at the base of the porch steps on the oceanfront. Want to get away from the beach hordes? You have your own private area to getaway to where you can sun, listen to music, make your own drinks or cookout on the Weber grille.
This is a very unique spot in Carolina beach with ocean vistas to die for! Sunrises that will amaze you and a location that is convenient to everything! You will savor the quaintness of this home and the unbeatable location!

About the Area

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carolina Beach and Halyburton Park. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Tricks and tips for getting the perfect Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

Get the best rental home value:

• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often open a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best value, consider changing your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer warm weather, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Cape Fear area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans. Check with your host or property manager to see if discounts are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides have offers and deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• To start, have your group agree to a vacation week and a spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration you need. Ocean front 3 bedroom rustic beach cottage has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always available online. If they are not listed, call the host before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out what is optimal for your vacation group.
• If your family is traveling with pets, filter your search for a property that allows animals. Get details on breed, weight, and type restrictions. Usually, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

More tips for your stay:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief call prevents quite a few problems.
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• To ensure that no damages are linked to your family's visit, note any problem areas during check in. Make contact with the host right away to document any damages. If there is a dispute, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud vacationers disrupting your peaceful neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• When it's time to leave, take a walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the rental one final time and scan for any damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, take photos and video of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on great reviews to compel new reservations. They'll be thankful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.