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~NEW~ Oceanfront Vintage?Modern Cottage • Beachfront • Steps to Boardwalk Fun - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

~NEW~ Oceanfront Vintage?Modern Cottage • Beachfront • Steps to Boardwalk Fun
  • As low as $671 - $671/Night
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
~NEW~ Oceanfront Vintage?Modern Cottage • Beachfront • Steps to Boardwalk Fun

General Features

  • Books
  • Games
  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • 13 stairs to reach property
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 total pets
  • Air conditioning
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blender
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Computer monitor
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Double-glazed windows
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fireplace
  • First aid kit
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Hair dryer
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Heating
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In the city center
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Microwave
  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • No elevators
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Onsite parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Oven
  • Patio
  • Pet friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soap
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Travel crib
  • Unit size: 704 sq ft (65 sq m)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

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~NEW~ Oceanfront Vintage?Modern Cottage • Beachfront • Steps to Boardwalk Fun map location
About this Property
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Cottage
  • Approximately 704 square feet
Welcome to Swabby Cottage — a vintage‑modern oceanfront getaway with a private boardwalk, curated interiors, and sweeping Atlantic vistas. Steps from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, this thoughtfully refreshed bungalow blends coastal nostalgia with elevated comfort for families, couples, friends, and dog lovers seeking a boutique beach escape.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Direct oceanfront location with private boardwalk
- Ocean-view deck + sunrise seating
- Sleeps 6-7 comfortably (max 8)
- Adjustable beds with massage + premium linens
- HexClad cookware and Samsung appliances
- Fast WiFi + 27" monitor for remote work
- Dog‑friendly with chic crate + bowls
- Washer/dryer + beach gear supplied

OCEAN FRONT BEDROOM-SLEEPS 2
Split‑King adjustable bed with massage + under‑bed lighting. Ocean‑view workstation with 27” monitor. 42” Samsung Intelligent TV with Hulu Live + Netflix.

SECOND BEDROOM-SLEEPS 4
Queen bed with adjustable head/foot positions + massage, plus sturdy adult‑friendly Twin XL bunk beds. 42” Samsung Intelligent TV.

BATHROOM
Clean, functional bathroom with a full tub/shower combo. Stocked with Green Tea Lemongrass toiletries, plush towels, and a high‑speed hair dryer.

LINENS AND LAUNDRY
-High-quality beds
-Hotel quality sheets and pillowcases
-Zippered bed and pillow protectors on all beds
-Beds made prior to arrival
-Bath towels, wash cloths, bathmat, and 6-8 beach towels supplied
-Washer/dryer located in the lower level

COOK'S KITCHEN
-Premium HexClad cookware (stove, oven, dishwasher, and metal‑utensil safe)
-Samsung glass‑front appliances, including full‑size refrigerator and kid-safe knobs
-Totally appointed kitchen for real cooking and baking
-Wine, margarita, and adult glassware + plasticware
-Salt, pepper, olive oil, and an array of common spices supplied
-Keurig coffee/latte/cappuccino maker with a curated selection of Fabula coffee pods, creamer, and teas for your first morning
-Enormous table for meals, games, additional prep space, drop zone, and charging
-Hand towels, paper towels, sponge(s), dishwasher pods, dish soap, hand soap, cleaning supplies, and garbage bags supplied

LIVING AREA-ADDITIONAL SLEEPING FOR 1-2
-Vintage-modern design with ocean vistas
-65" Samsung Intelligent TV (Hulu Live + Netflix)
-Cozy electric fireplace for ambiance and/or heat
-Queen fold‑out couch
-Extra outlets for charging
-Dog crate doubles as end table or ocean-view desk

OUTDOOR LIVING
-Direct beach access via private boardwalk
-Ocean‑view deck with dining table and ample seating
-Beach chairs, sand toys, and body board
-Outdoor shower
-Free parking (comfortable for bigger cars; close by paid parking available)

DOG-FRIENDLY
-Chic brass and white 37"x24" dog crate
-Food and water bowls included
-Dogs welcome with a modest pet fee

WALK TO EVERYTHING
Just steps to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, eateries, donuts, live music, rides, and nightlife. Park once and savor the best of the island.

SHORT DRIVE TO LOCAL FAVORITES:

TO THE SOUTH
- Fort Fisher Aquarium — A family favorite with touch tanks, marine exhibits, and coastal wildlife; temporarily closed for renovations (5.5 miles / 14 mins.)
- Fort Fisher Historic Site — Scenic walking trails, Civil War history, and oceanfront vistas (5 miles / 12 mins.)
- Fort Fisher Ferry — Take a calming ferry ride to Southport or Bald Head Island for striking stores, dining, and coastal exploration (5 miles / 12 mins. to the terminal; ferry ride 30 mins.)

TO THE NORTH
-Downtown Wilmington — Riverwalk, stores, eateries, breweries, and historic appeal (14 miles / ~4 mins.)
-Cargo District — Trendy food halls, coffee stores, breweries, and artisan makers (14 miles / 24 mins.)
-Mayfaire Town Center — Upscale shopping, dining, movie theater, and family‑friendly entertainment (17 miles / 28 mins.)
-Airlie Gardens — Stunning gardens, walking paths, sculptures, and seasonal events (16 miles / 26 mins.)
-USS North Carolina Battleship — A must‑see WWII landmark (16 miles / 26 mins.)

Whether you’re craving beach days, boardwalk fun, nature, history, or great food and shopping, everything is within simple reach at Swabby Cottage!

MEANING OF SWABBY
‘Swabby’ is a classic World War II–era Navy nickname for a Sailor — especially the hardworking deckhands who kept the ship spotless and shipshape. The term carries a sense of camaraderie, tradition, and life at sea, making it a fitting namesake for a bungalow perched right on the ocean’s edge. Swabby Cottage embraces that same spirit: simple, timeless, and always ready for a day on the water.

About the Area

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Downtown, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Nearby Restaurants

Nearby Activities

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