Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk\nLinens Included! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Cottage
• Approximately 969 square feet

**Due to our security locks, we do not have the option for early check in OR late check outs**

Make sure to download the Vacation Rental By Owner APP on your phone! You Will Need it for Access information!

The Property address and your Access Code will be supplied from Vacation Rental By Owner (3) days before check in as well as visible and available in the Vacation Rental By Owner APP and the Welcome / Hospitality Guide.

Unwind at the Barefoot Mermaid, a 3BR 2BA bungalow getaway half a mile from the beach and only one mile from Carolina Beach’s best dining, recreation, and entertainment. Eateries for every taste. An old-fashioned Boardwalk with a Ferris wheel and amusement rides. Fireworks on the beach every Thursday. Free live music on Fridays. Lake Park, with a Saturday Farmers’ Market and complimentary outdoor movies on Sundays. All within one mile of this beach hideaway. The Island Greenway, a 1.2-mile cycling/walking path is a block from the home. Another block over is Mike Chappell Park, with tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, a skate park, and playground. A short drive away, visit the NC Aquarium, Ft. Fisher, Carolina Beach State Park, and the Kure Beach Pier for fishing and sightseeing.

**Bring your own Beach towels**

Back at the home, settle into the comfortable vintage-inspired living room.
Free WiFi keeps you connected, and the Intelligent TV lets you log into your favorite streaming services.
In the mood for tunes?
Connect your device to the stereo speakers with sub-woofer. Central A/C plus 5 ceiling fans will keep you cool.

Prepare meals in the completely equipped kitchen, with full-size stove, oven, and refrigerator (w/ice-maker and filtered water), dishwasher, microwave, 2 coffee makers (drip and pod), convection toaster oven, crock pot, blender, dishware, cookware, and silverware. Serve in the light-filled dining area or at the kitchen counter. Out back, there’s a picnic table with umbrella, and a covered porch with rockers that are the ideal place to sit and listen for the ocean in the peaceful of the evening.

You have three bedrooms to choose from: Queen (w/shower bath), Queen (w/Intelligent TV), and Twin with painless-to-use trundle (sleeps 2).
The second bathroom has a tub/shower.
There is also a full-size washer/dryer.

The Barefoot Mermaid is your beach getaway—tucked out of the way, yet just mins. from the best Carolina Beach has to offer.
Cottage-style one-story living—no stilts, just three steps up to the entrance. Located in a peaceful residential neighborhood, the bungalow provides off-street parking for two or three cars, depending on size.

Bring your own beach towels, chairs, body boards, paddle-boards, surfboards, kayaks, bicycles, etc., and get ready to make some memories!

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this cottage. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher 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 to get the perfect Cape Fear area vacation rental experience:

Getting the best rental home value:

• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving gatherings. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer is high season in Carolina Beach. To book the best rental within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at Cape Fear area restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months. 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? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Some hosts offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Remember to ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Property managers often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Often, property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Cape Fear area area visitors guides that include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning and choosing a perfectvacation home:

• Choose your vacation week and budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk\nLinens Included! has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is generally available online. Otherwise, call the property management company before booking your rental. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to determine what bed configuration is optimal for your trip.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or charges applied to your contract.
• If there's a specific Cape Fear area beach you crave, keep an eye out for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before booking

More considerations:

• Be sure you get the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your . We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are away! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• Upon check-in, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are a terrific source for finding the best local attractions.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can typically help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• When it's time to leave, take a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Did you have a excellent time? Most rental management companies make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.