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Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach!

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Stone's Throw with 2 parking spaces
Exterior
Private outdoor living area
Living Room
Comfortable living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carolina Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Lake Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach!

Stone’s Throw is a cozy beach hideaway just a 1 minute walk to a stunning beach visible from the front yard. Boasting a private, covered, tropical front patio perfect for morning coffee or a cool drink after a day at the beach , and a bright back patio for some extra sunshine! Stroll 285 feet to a wooden walk beach entrance and behold a long stretch of sand and sea to the left and right. Walk to a wide variety of shops and restaurants, including Pleasure Island's favorite Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar!
Stone’s Throw is the lower unit of two completely separate units at the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No third party booking is allowed. The person making the reservation must be the one staying in the unit.
f the booking party has no reviews or is new to the booking platform, a government ID must be provided at time of booking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2341503
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar and The Cardinal. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kure Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 3 min drive - 1.9 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
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach!?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach! on Oct 5, 2026 start from $247, 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 Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Beach Bungalow a Stone's Throw to the Beach! located?

Located in Wilmington Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Levi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!!!

Awesome place to stay! Clean property, great shower, nice kitchen. Has everything you need for a nice vacation. Super close to public beach access and a couple restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2022
We love that super close beach access too Levi! Glad you enjoyed the shower - it’s a favorite of many guests! Come back and stay with us next time you’re in Carolina Beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right on the beach, quiet and relaxing

Great stay, wonderfully located on the beach. Nice and quiet with a lively downtown where they often have live music.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location with great host

I was able to snag a Stone’s Throw for a quick getaway for my son and I. My water baby loved his stay at a Stone’s Throw.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2022
Thanks for your great review Paris! Sounds like you and your son enjoyed being super close to the beach! Please come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick get away

Awesome location and perfect for couples!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2021
Thanks for the positive feedback Jennifer! It’s greatly appreciated!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

casey r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

The apartment was perfect for the two of us and allowed us to bring our fur baby. Great location as it was a straight short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 12, 2022
Thanks Casey- we’re glad you loved the short walk to the beach and you were able to enjoy the stay with your pet!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Property was exactly as listed—clean, equipped with all necessities, a true stones throw to the beach, quiet and relaxing. Communication with property owner was smooth, responsive and welcoming. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 8, 2023
Thanks for your awesome review Michelle! We enjoyed hosting you and would love to host you again soon! Rich
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stone’s Throw from Carolina Beach

Stone’s Throw was a cute cozy cottage perfect for 2 and our pooch to get away. The location was within a minutes walk to the beach and easy drive to all other locations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2022
We’re thrilled that you enjoyed our property Kelli and loved how close to the beach it is! Come back any time and enjoy the rest of your summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we wanted and close to beach!

Clean. Host was very responsive to questions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2022
Thank you Katie! We're glad you enjoyed being that close to the beach - it's our favorite feature! Come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I didn’t want to leave!

Great location, well maintained property with a host who is very responsive today questions and requests
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2022
Thanks Sandy - we're glad you enjoyed the location and the proximity to the beach! We'd love the opportunity to host you again any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Weekend

The home was perfect for the long weekend, my best friend and I had plenty of room to relax, and it was a quick walk across the street to the beach! The house itself is quaint, modern, and well kept, so cute and perfect for a trip to the beach. I extremely enjoyed my stay, and will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 30, 2023
Thank you for your fantastic review Emily - it's greatly appreciated! We're thrilled you liked the proximity to the beach and you deemed it "well kept" as we take every step possible to keep it spotless for all our guests! Please let us know when you start planning another trip to Carolina Beach and we'd love to host you again any time! Rich
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Our stay was soo great. House was clean, sooo close to the beach and adorable!! Communication was super quick. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks sooo much!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2022
Thanks for the great review Amy - glad you loved how close to the beach the house is! Come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A stones throw

We had a wonderful weekend at this great house. It was clean, well stocked was just perfect for us. Has a great little courtyard in back perfect for your pet. The host was very communicative and had everything all in order. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2024
Thanks so much for your awesome review Kim! We’re glad you and your pup enjoyed the courtyard! We’d love to host you the next time you’re heading to Carolina Beach! Rich
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beach getaway

We really enjoyed our stay because the home had a nice layout and was tastefully decorated with nice furnishings. The owners took care to provide all you need in this sweet beach house. The patio in front and the small yard in back provides more space to enjoy the ocean breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RITA G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time beach trip for my Fur Baby!

My granddaughter, my Fur Baby & I took a short trip. It was 1st time for my Fur Baby. This place is so nice! Just what we needed. We really enjoyed it. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 17, 2022
Thanks for the great review Rita! Glad to hear everyone enjoyed the property and your pup especially liked hanging out in the fenced back yard!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stones Throw is true!

Location! Across the street from the beach! Inside was updated and very tastefully decorated. It was the perfect location for my husband and I for a long weekend. In addition Rich was very responsive to questions. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carolyn s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and spotless

My granddaughter and I went to Carolina Beach and stayed at this wonderful spot. Her reaction on walking in was “cool”. It was very clean and updated. Also it was a short walk to the beach. You can also walk to restaurants and bar. Great front porch area for relaxing. I really enjoyed our short stay!! She did not want to leave
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2022
Thanks Carolyn - that's awesome we got the cool rating from your granddaughter! Being close to the beach and to restaurants and having that front porch with an ocean view are our favorite things too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't beat the location!

We had the best time at Stone's Throw for our annual Carolina Beach trip. The space was perfect for our needs - it had all the basics and then some. While the square footage may be small, it doesn't feel small or cramped at all once you're inside as they have made a great use of the space. Best of all was the location, so close to the beach and our favorite - the Tiki Bar! We have stayed at multiple rentals at Carolina Beach and this one has officially secured our #1 spot. We can't wait to come back and stay again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Comfortable

This is a perfectly quaint, comfortable and clean rental 2nd row from the beach. My girlfriend, dog and I and had a great time being so close to a public beach access (200ft walk across the street). Place was well stocked and location was great as it was close to restaurants and night time family fun. Would highly recommend, owners are very nice and communication was great! Would book again if/when coming to Carolina Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 28, 2023
Thanks for your awesome review Zach. Glad to hear you loved the close access to the beach and how well stocked the unit was! Come back again anytime! Rich
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & Restfull

We stayed 5 nights here and enjoyed every moment. This house is exactly as described and is very comfortable. The bed was very comfy! Bathroom pictures are exact and the shower was wonderful. Kitchen had everything needed included plastic cups and dishes for little people. The walk is so short to the beautiful beach and we were there daily. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone interested in this cute quaint home. Rich was quick to answer any questions we had and was very helpful. I look forward to returning here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 14, 2023
Thanks for such a thoughtful and detailed review Lynne! You captured the property’s essence better than I can after years of owning it! We would love to host you and Jim again anytime your travel plans bring you back to the beach! Rich
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

Perfection is all I can say for our stay this weekend! As soon as I opened the door and walked inside, I was absolutely in love! The house layout is spacious and feels so cozy! It's so cute and we absolutely loved it! The location was absolutely perfect and we enjoyed being so close to the beach to walk and enjoy the nearby Tiki bar and the short and beautiful walk back! Rich was the absolute best host from start to finish and extremely responsive! I can't wait to come back soon and spend some extended time at the place!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Thanks so much for your kind words and excellent review Kristina! We're thrilled you enjoyed the property and the proximity to the beach, great food and fun beverages (we love the Tiki Bar!) We can't wait to have you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location!

Found this gem that is just a “Stone’s Throw” from the beach! Loved the back yard🤗 We did not see a grill listed under the amenities, so we brought out little portable one. Not needed! There was a nice size grill with a picnic table. They thought of everything you could possibly need. Rich was super quick to respond with our questions. We will certainly be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2023
Thanks for your awesome review Walt! We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you and your wife and are thrilled you had a great stay! Be sure to reach out the next time you plan a trip to CB and we’ll provide a discount for a repeat stay. Enjoy the rest of your summer! Rich
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super relaxing stay!

We stayed at Stone’s Throw on the tail end of a 10 day trip. The location was incredible (a 3 minute walk to the beach) and the property was even better. We had full use of the lower level of the house, including a living room, full sized kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and laundry facility. The home is exactly as depicted in the picture: super cute, clean and “beachy inspired decor”. Also, I don’t know what the prior reviewer was complaining about. I have a bad back and I found the bed and pillows to be extremely comfortable. All in all, we had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend staying here. We didn’t get to meet our host, Rich, but he was extremely communicative and very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2022
Thanks for your awesome review Amanda! We really appreciate it when our guests notice the small details that go into making the property as comfortable as possible. We enjoyed hosting you and welcome you back any time at any of our properties! Rich
Verified

4/10 Poor

Luke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Clean but lacks comfort

I’ll start with the good: the place was clean, which is the baseline for a stay anywhere. The neutral: the bed is very firm. Many people view that as a positive, but if you’re a side sleeper like me, it’s not going to be a comfortable night for you. The bad: the separation between the 2 units are paper thin. You can hear EVERY SINGLE STEP from the people upstairs. This is not pleasant when you are the earlier to bed of the two. The bedroom also desperately needs curtains to block light and for privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2022
Thanks for acknowledging our unit was clean- we agree that super clean should be the standard in all short term rentals. The mattresses that we use for all of our properties are Zinus 12 inch Green Tea Memory Foam. We've had nothing but positive feedback on how comfortable they are. They are the #1 rated mattress on Amazon with over 100,000 reviews! When we upgraded the property, we incurred extra expense to put two layers of 1/2" drywall with a heavy layer of sound absorbing rock wool in between them. to act as a barrier between the units. We use Home Decorator's Multi-Weave Cordless Light Filtering Bamboo Shades in all of our properties, We felt that being within view of the ocean, allowing natural sunlight in was the best way to go for the full beach experience - and if you look through our reviews you'll see that our guests appreciate that. We hope you enjoyed being close to the beach and to the great variety of restaurants and activities offered in Carolina and Kure Beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A real Stone's Throw

The unit was absolutely everything it was advertised to be. The owner, Rich was very professional, personable and easy to communicate with. I have to seriously consider returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend anniversary getaway

We had a great time. Location was perfect, owner was very responsive and helpful! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2022
Thanks for the positive review Ryan. We enjoyed hosting you and look forward to another opportunity to do so again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Rich McElaney

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I have lived in Needham (MA), Pacific Beach (CA), Huntington Beach (CA) Laguna Niguel (CA), Centreville (VA), Annapolis (MD) and Carolina Beach (NC).

Why they chose this property

The proximity to great beaches and the relaxed attitude attracted me to Carolina Beach.

What makes this property unique

It's close to everything you would need and we like to keep it super clean and comfortable for our guests!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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