Good Times and Tan Lines only Steps from the Ocean - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 890 square feet

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Carolina Beach has amazing ocean vistas. It is decorated with neutral coastal colors and bright decor. You will feel right at home with the comfortable furnishings and entirely equipped kitchen.

The living room has a intelligent 50” flat screen TV accepting guests to log on to their accounts to stream from Netflix, Hulu, and other apps including complimentary Wi-Fi for the entire unit. You will find a Queen sleeper couch with memory foam bed and access to the front balcony with great ocean vistas! The roomy balcony has a enormous table to savor your morning coffee as the sun rises, a family dinner or a peaceful evening drink.

The unit has been refreshed to make your stay as enchanting and calming as possible with bath towels, new linens and a completely furnished kitchen which includes refrigerator with automatic ice maker, glass prepare top stove with a full size oven, microwave and a ultra peaceful dishwasher. Gather around the dining room table that effortlessly seats six for a seafood dinner or family game nighttime.

The private master bedroom has a King pillow top bed, a full master bath with walk in shower, flat screen TV and a DVD player. A patio door leads to a separate balcony that faces west for beautiful sunsets.

The guest room features a Queen bed, a portable crib and dresser.

The main bathroom located right next to the guest room includes plenty of storage space for your personal items, a tub/shower combo, bath towels and a washer and dryer.

Across the street, you will find the public beach access that will take you directly to the ocean. The beach is wide and clean where you can watch schools of dolphins just offshore, fish, surf the waves or just sit and soak up the sun.

Below the unit located in the outdoor closet are beach chairs for adults and kids, a beach mat and plenty of sand toys including body boards to play in the surf for your enjoyment.

This unit includes parking for 2 cars in the parking lot behind the building. The pool is just a few steps next door which includes an outdoor shower to wash off the sand as you come back from the beach.

One mile south of the condo is the Carolina Beach Boardwalk which was named one of the top boardwalks by the Food and Wine magazine. It features many stores and eateries including the famed Brits Donuts and Carolina Smokehouse. During the day be sure to hit the amusement park rides that are located right by the boardwalk.

You can head a few miles south on the island to find Fort Fischer Historic Site and recreational area, the North Carolina Aquarium or the ferry to Bald Head Island and Southport. The island also features a 761-acre State Park that is home to a rare and striking Venus Flytrap along with many nature trails, marina and campsites.

Just a few short blocks north of the condo is the Carolina Beach Fishing Pier that features an outdoor tiki bar and Freeman Park where you can kick up some sand four wheeling, surf the waves or camp overnight.

The main marina on the island is just a fast drive from the condo with daily departures on fishing charters, sunset/dinner cruises and boat units. There is a kayak launch on the Intercoastal water near by.

Carolina Beach is alive with festivals and concerts all summer long. The summer features a Thursday nighttime firework display while Sunday nighttime is movie nighttime at the Lake. During the off-season annual events include Boardwalk activities such as Christmas by the Sea and the Island of Lights Festival. There is so much to do that you will want to stay at least a week!

For more added adventure, Wilmington is only 20 mins. away where you can take in the sights of the Riverwalk downtown river district along the Cape Fear River. Wilmington was voted the America’s best riverfront and rivals Charleston and Savannah for its southern appeal and history. We hope to see you soon!

Restrictions:
- Non-Smoking
- No Family Animals
- No Events or Parties allowed
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- In the summer season, daily units are only available for booking within 7 days
of the arrival date and require a 3-nighttime minimum.

Additional Information:
- 7 nighttime and monthly units receive a discount
- Parking for 2 cars. Campers and trailers of any kind are not allowed.
- This is a second story unit, accessible by stairs.
- Outdoor Pool is normally open May through September.
- Beach Towels are not included
- Airport: Wilmington International Airport (19.6 miles)

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Tregembo Animal Park. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Note from host: Our HOA does not allow renters to have pets.

How to get the best vacation rental experience:

How to get the best rental home value:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Carolina Beach. To get the most suitable rental within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, 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 Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• The sooner you can reserve a home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation property six - twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Some property managers offer discounts for active duty military and veterans. Remember to ask your property manager if rate reductions are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local tours, shops, and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Begin by choosing a vacation week and a max budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and the bed configuration your group requires. Good Times and Tan Lines only Steps from the Ocean has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly accessible on booking websites. Otherwise, email the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Does your group require specific amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• Traveling with pets? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges may be applied to your contract.

Know before you go:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• Upon arrival, note any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or thermostat. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome visitors bothering your quiet neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the property when you are out, just like you would at home.
• At departure, complete a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host is not available, remember to take pictures of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on good ratings to compel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to fix it.