Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Walk to Carolina Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
On beach
Patio
Shared communal pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Carolina Beach, NC
Carolina Beach Lake Park
Place, Carolina Beach Lake Park
9 min walk
Carolina Beach
Place, Carolina Beach
12 min walk
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
20 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
33 min drive
Where you'll sleep
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1- Floor 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2- Floor 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Living Room 1 - Floor 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1- Floor 1
Bathroom 2 - Floor 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
BaDaBing | Steps to the Pool + Beach!
This comfortable and stylishly remodeled 2 bedroom/2 bath beachfront condo is on the first floor of a well-maintained unit. It is, literally, steps from the pool and the beach. Very few stairs to climb and no need to even put on your flip-flops. The living area features contemporary furnishings including a queen size sleeper/sofa, 42” flat-screen TV with DVD player, small ipod/MP3 docking station, and a photo-faux fireplace.
Sculpted glass French doors leading to the master bedroom provide privacy while filling the room with light. This room has a king-sized bed and 22" television. The master bath has been completely remodeled with fashion plumbing and a custom tile double shower. A touch of cleanly decadence. The second bedroom has a new bunk set, a queen on the bottom and a twin on the top. The guest bath has also been renovated and features a tub/shower combo, tile floor and wainscoting, and updated vanity & toilet.
The private patio can be accessed from either the master bedroom or the living room. Four bar-height eucalyptus deck chairs make for comfortable seating while you take in the views of the dunes and listen to the crashing waves.
The kitchen has also been completely refurbished with new counter tops, floors, lighting, glass tile backsplash, fresh paint, and a bar-height table big enough to seat six for dining or games. It is fully equipped with everything you will need from a coffee maker in the morning to a blender in the evening.
There is free WIFI and on-site washer/dryer for your convenience. Central heat/air promise year round comfort. Sorry, but our condo association does NOT allow pets, and there is NO SMOKING.
Along with sand and surf, Carolina Beach offers a wide variety of family fun! The picturesque beach boardwalk is only ½ mile from the condo. It is the perfect place to find beach rentals, bikes, golf carts, bars & restaurants, and gift shops. During the summer months there are even amusement rides and games. Around the corner are the docks with party boats and no shortage of charter fishing boats to make your angling dreams come true. A few blocks to the north is Freeman Park where you can drive on the wide-open beach for a private sunning spot or a night-time bonfire. 4x4s are required.
A short drive to the south end of the island brings you to Ft. Fisher, the site of one of the last battles of the Civil War and the North Carolina Aquarium at Ft. Fisher where you can get up close to sharks, loggerhead turtles, and Luna - the rare albino alligator. Just beyond that you can catch the car ferry across the mouth of the Cape Fear River to the quaint town of Southport with even more shopping, restaurants, galleries, and fun.
Thirty minutes inland is the charming downtown area of Wilmington, NC. Set on the banks of the Cape Fear River, an easy stroll along the river boardwalk takes you to boutiques, restaurants, and antebellum homes. Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage tour, then take the short drive across the drawbridge to visit the USS North Carolina - the WWII era battleship moored permanently within view of downtown.
Come enjoy a little slice of beach heaven!!
Please Note: The Community Pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day Camera disclosure: A security camera is mounted at the edge of the deck ceiling, facing outward across the parking lot. No audio.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Carolina Beach
Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the beach. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Good Hops Brewing and Carolina Beach Arcade. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Legion Stadium, or consider a night out at SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Carolina Beach, NC
What's nearby
Mike Chappell Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Carolina Beach Lake Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Carolina Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Carolina Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites - 3 min drive
Crush & Grind - 3 min drive
The Sandspur - 19 min walk
SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is BaDaBing | Steps to the Pool + Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at BaDaBing | Steps to the Pool + Beach!?
As of Oct 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BaDaBing | Steps to the Pool + Beach! on Oct 6, 2026 start from $235, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at BaDaBing | Steps to the Pool + Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at BaDaBing | Steps to the Pool + Beach!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is BaDaBing | Steps to the Pool + Beach! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Mike Chappell Park and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
We thoroughly enjoyed our week. I took my daughter and her two young sons with me. They love the pool, the short walk to the beach and the accommodations.The only thing I would make an improvement on are the pots and pans in the kitchen! We cook when we go to the beach, so for us a well stocked kitchen is Paramount! But they had an adequate assortment.We would definitely book this unit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2026
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback and for choosing to stay with us. We are glad you and your family enjoyed the pool, the easy beach access, and the accommodations. We appreciate your comments about the pots and pans and will review the kitchen inventory to see how we can improve it for guests who like to cook. It is wonderful to know you would book the unit again, and we look forward to welcoming you back.
Thank you for your positive review. We are glad to hear you had a great time. Your feedback is appreciated, and I will continue striving to provide the best possible experience for all my customers.
The property was exactly how it is listed. I loved that it was on the 1st floor and right at the pool. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2024
Thank you so much for your positive review! I'm delighted to hear that the property met your expectations and that you enjoyed the convenient location. It's wonderful to know that you had such a great experience and that you're planning to book with us again. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and helps us continue providing excellent service to our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
We had a great time. This unit is perfect as it is across from the pool and laundry. It is well equipped. The master shower was amazing. Communication was great. Will definitely stay again.
Overall we had a great time. The property manager was easy to work with. The Check-in process was a little confusing for us. The situation was resolved very quickly and we enjoyed our whole vacation. The location is perfect for a low-key vibe. Excellent for a quiet get away and not far from restaurants and the fair. We walked to town every night and enjoyed local music and ice cream. I would recommend this spot to anybody.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 25, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We're so glad to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and convenient location—there’s nothing better than evening walks to local music and ice cream!
We appreciate your kind words about our team, and we're happy we could quickly resolve the check-in confusion. Your feedback helps us improve that process for future guests, and we’ll be reviewing it to make it even smoother moving forward.
It means a lot that you would recommend the property, and we’d be thrilled to welcome you back the next time you’re looking for a quiet getaway.
We enjoyed our stay at Bada Bing And it suited our needs quite well. We don’t do much cooking when on vacation so the kitchen was perfect size for us though we did do one big dinner. Loved being on the ground floor. The pool was nice. If you have a large vehicle you won’t be able to park in the spot closest to the condo and will have to go to the extra parking across the street but our Jeep for just fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2024
Thank you for your review of our property, Bada Bing. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the accommodations suited your needs well. We appreciate your feedback on the kitchen and parking, as it helps us improve our offerings for future guests. We strive to provide a comfortable and convenient experience for all our visitors, and your comments are valuable in that regard. Thank you again for choosing Bada Bing, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future!
Not only is the location great, but the condo was spacious. The pool is directly across the walkway from the condo, as well. Two parking passes were included. There is a market super close for those little things you need to pick up, like ice. One thing that really helped was the bunk beds- this way our kids didn’t have to share a bed! Kitchen was very well-equipped. Check-out expectations were reasonable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2024
Thank you for the detailed and positive review of your stay. We're delighted to hear that the location, space, and amenities of the condo exceeded your expectations. The proximity to the pool and market, as well as the inclusion of the bunk beds and parking passes, seem to have made your stay very comfortable. We appreciate your feedback and are glad that the check-out process was seamless. It's our goal to provide a great experience, and your review confirms that we've met that goal. Thank you for choosing our property, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
This condo was a great spot for us and our grandsons. The master bed was comfortable. The bunk beds rattled with movement perfect for kids. I couldn’t have slept there. There were lots of dishes and cooking supplies. Couple notes, no storage for food, no ice maker need to use ice cube trays. Very convenient location getting to beach. Loved outside shower and pool. You could hear footsteps above but not terrible. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2024
Thank you for your detailed review of our condo. We're pleased to hear that you and your grandsons enjoyed your stay and found the accommodations comfortable and convenient. We're glad you were able to make use of the outdoor shower and pool, and that the location was suitable for your needs. We look forward to having you stay with us again in the future.
We have stayed here several times over the years. I have noticed since it is no longer rented straight from the owner the cleanliness has changed. Some of the wood floor in the kitchen is loose, esp. at the front door. The carpet needs replacing or a VERY deep cleaning. There is not enough cooking utensils ( maybe people at tasking them when they leave)? There is a pizza pan but no pizza utter. The bedroom door to master does not lock & faceplates are falling off in the Master. It just needs a little tweet. Like I said we have stayed here several times over the years but this time was not what we are used to here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Paula J.
Jun 2, 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
First ….. and last time !
Initially check in was easy but after getting into the unit and unpacking we noticed that the door did not lock properly and the door jam was busted. After calling and finally getting in touch with someone we found out the door had been broken into weeks earlier and never fixed. The staff tried to get us to stay in the unit with a door that would not lock but that was not happening !! After speaking with the rental company we were able to get another unit in the same building. The new unit initially appeared good but then we saw that the table leg was broken, the handle to the door going to the deck was barely hanging on and the WiFi didn’t work for 3 days. The staff we spoke to were friendly but honestly didn’t seem too concerned about the issues. While the unit was in a great location I personally will not return because of the unit issues and lack of concern by the staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Caroline B.
Jul 26, 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
The condo is in an excellent location, but the interior needs major updating. The prior guest does the dishes for you, so that was gross. All the silverware was greasy so we couldn’t eat with silverware the first morning because we were unaware it would all have to be washed. We found a moldy bar of soap in the kids bathroom. The beds are absolutely terrible, especially in the bunk bedroom. My teenage sons could not sleep on the beds, so One slept on the couch (that does not pull out because it’s bolted shut) and the other ones slept on the floor. The second night I found a black widow, and I told the host that we weren’t comfortable and asked if we could leave early and I was told that there were no refunds. I am very rarely write reviews, but I promised myself I would write this one because I don’t want another Mom to go through what I went through on that trip. Enjoying yourself at the beach is difficult when you get no sleep. My oldest son is 17 and this was my last summer with him before he goes off to college .We left a day early.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We are very sorry for the issues you experienced, especially with cleanliness, the beds, and the pest concern, and for the impact this had on such an important family trip. Your comments are being taken seriously and will be shared with our local team so they can address these problems and review the furnishings and housekeeping standards. We understand your disappointment about the refund policy and will also review how this was communicated. Thank you again for helping us identify where we need to improve.
PROS:•good location-very close to beach access•overall quiet area•clean, refreshing pool•tvs in all rooms•kitchen was well equipped with essential appliances easy to use•deck with 4 large chairs was very relaxing and made for a nice hangout areaCONS:•very uncomfortable furniture and sleeping arrangements. The couch is a sleeper couch but is broken so the cushions are sunken in and makes it very uncomfortable to sit on. It is also listed as a pull-out to sleep 2 people, but there is a bolt that’s been added to it so you can’t pull out the bed. My boyfriend ended up sleeping on the floor for 5 nights because he didn’t have anywhere else to sleep and the couch was so sunken the floor ended up being more comfortable. The bunk beds were also very uncomfortable to sleep on. Both mattresses were very thin and the pillows provided were also paper thin. We all slept terrible the whole trip. The only nice bed was in the main bedroom.•the pool area is very hard to access. The door has a lock that you’re given a code to use to unlock it, but it never works. We had to have other guests help us get in using their code or have someone already inside open the door for you. Frustrating.•only 2 rolls of toilet paper, 1 roll of paper towels, and 2 trash bags were provided for our 5 nights with 4 adults and 2 children. You have to purchase your own beyond that. A little disappointing when most lodging provides those type of products for their guests.Overall, I wouldn’t stay again.
The check in and check out were very easy! The condo was very nice with everything you could need for your stay! The pool and laundry room are right across from you on the first floor! As well as a covered porch to listen to waves crash! And you are steps from the beach! I would highly recommend this place and will definitely stay here again!
The property was amazing and beautifully decorated. It had everything we needed and was just steps away from the beach. The beach was clean and a delight to sit on or walk down. The boardwalk was a short drive or a lazy 20 minute walk down the beach. So many restaurants to choose from within a short distance. We love this condo and hope to visit again soon. (Only downside was the neighbor who is a permanent resident who complained to us about various minute things including our service dog! Nothing you can do about that but smile. Definitely well worth staying here. )
The apartment is clean and the amenities are sufficient. It is a corner apartment on the first floor with only a few steps to enter. It’s location on the oceanfront property is easily accessible, but being on the first floor does not provide an ocean view; the spacious balcony, however, is open , allowing ocean breezes.
We really enjoyed our stay. The place has everything you need and is in a great location ! Could use a deep clean at all the vents etc . But it was still amazing
This place was so nice! I stayed here with two children. The pool and location close to the beach was ideal where lugging stuff to the beach was not necessary! Going between beach pool and condo was an ease!! Not lots of traffic a great place to stay!!
We enjoyed our time here. Check in couldn't have been easier. The condo was beautiful and clean with a fully stocked kitchen. Laundry room and pool just a few steps away from the front door. Easy access to the beach which wasn't busy during our say (second week of June). Close to the boardwalk and many shops and restaurants. I had a question about the check out instructions and my text was answered very quickly. Ladies at the carolina rentals where you pick up parking pass are super nice! We can't wait to stay again!
Although it was a little small for 2 adults and 4 teenagers, we made it work. This place was very clean and had everything we needed. Super short walk to the beach and just a 20 min walk or 5 min bike ride to the boardwalk which was convenient. Would rent again!
Property needs some updating. For this price point would expect better amenities. Given dish towel, but no dish cloth or soap. Had to go buy. Paper products bargain basement. Water smelled very strong of sulfur. Very convenient for beach access.