Near the sea, this vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Enjoy activities like motorboating, surfing, and sailing nearby. The property features a porch for outdoor relaxation and access to games. Explore attractions such as Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Lake Park.
Highlights
Cook, dine, and unwind
Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
From the front door of our charming 1957 bungalow, you’re just 72 steps from the sand. Enjoy morning walks along the shore, fun-filled beach days, and beautiful sunset strolls—all without worrying about parking.
Our Island Getaway combines classic Carolina Beach charm with the comforts you need for a relaxing stay. With warm knotty pine walls, a spacious backyard shaded by beautiful live oak trees, and plenty of room to relax, this is the perfect place to slow down and enjoy island life.
📍 Carolina Beach, North Carolina 🏡 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Sleeps up to 6 800 sq ft. small inside bathroom- outdoor shower ────────
The Space
🏖️ A Classic Carolina Beach Bungalow
Step inside and enjoy the warm character of a true beach bungalow. Built in 1957, our home features beautiful knotty pine walls that give it that cozy, old-school Carolina Beach feel.
This isn’t a cookie-cutter vacation rental—it’s a place with personality, history, and plenty of coastal charm.
✨ Clean and Carefully Prepared
As the owner of a professional cleaning business, I understand how important it is to arrive at a vacation home that feels fresh, clean, and ready for your stay.
I take great care in selecting the cleaning professionals who help prepare our North Carolina home and work hard to ensure the space is thoroughly cleaned and ready for each guest.
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🌳 Your Private Backyard Retreat
After a day at the beach, come home and relax beneath the shade of our beautiful live oak trees.
Enjoy:
• A peaceful hammock for relaxing • An outdoor shower to rinse away the sand • A charcoal grill for outdoor cooking • A picnic table for enjoying meals outside • Plenty of backyard space for kids to play and everyone to unwind
It’s the perfect spot for a quiet morning coffee, an afternoon nap, or dinner under the trees.
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🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom • Queen-size bed
Guest Bedroom • Two twin beds
Living Room • Full-size sleeper sofa for additional guests
Sleeps up to 6 guests.
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📺 Comforts & Amenities
Enjoy the comforts of home while you’re away:
• Fast Wi-Fi • Streaming TVs in the living room and primary bedroom • Central heat and air conditioning • Linens and bath towels provided • Outdoor shower • Charcoal grill • Picnic table • Hammock • Spacious backyard
Please bring your favorite beach towels!
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🚶♀️ Walk to the Best of Carolina Beach
One of the best parts of staying here is being able to park the car and enjoy the island on foot.
🍤 Restaurants & Local Favorites — Explore fresh seafood and the local Carolina Beach scene.
🏄 Surf Shops — Browse local shops and grab anything you need for your beach adventure.
🎡 Carolina Beach Boardwalk — Enjoy the sights, attractions, and seasonal events.
Local events and entertainment schedules can change, so be sure to check current Carolina Beach event calendars during your stay.
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👨👩👧👦 Great for Families & Friends
Whether you’re bringing the kids for a beach vacation, planning a relaxing getaway with friends, or simply looking for a peaceful place near the ocean, our Island Getaway offers a comfortable place to come home to after a day of adventure.
Make memories at the beach, cook dinner under the trees, relax in the hammock, and enjoy the simple charm of Carolina Beach.
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🏡 Our House Policies
To help provide a peaceful and enjoyable experience for our guests and neighbors, we ask that all guests respect the following policies:
• Primary Guest Must Be 25 or Older The person booking and signing the rental agreement must be at least 25 years old.
• Guest Communication We personally communicate by text or phone with prospective guests before a reservation is finalized. Please respond promptly to any questions we may have regarding your stay.
If we are unable to complete this communication or determine that the reservation is not a good fit for our home and neighborhood, we may be unable to approve the booking.
• No Smoking Smoking is not permitted on the property.
• No Pets Pets are not permitted at this property.
• Linens & Towels Provided Bed linens and bath towels are provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
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📸 Share Your Carolina Beach Memories!
We love seeing our guests enjoying Carolina Beach! 🌊
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, then share your favorite vacation photos and tag us: Carolina Beach R and R
Come experience the charm of a classic Carolina Beach bungalow, relax beneath the live oak trees, and enjoy the beach just 72 steps from your front door.
Pack your flip-flops, leave the parking worries behind, and come make yourself at home at our Island Getaway! 🏖️🏡
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Return the keys
Dishes to be cleaned and stored for next guest
All keys to be returned one in the lock box and the extra keys hanging on the kitchen cabinet
Trash runs early Monday morning please put the trash and recycles out by the road
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO SMOKING, Vaping, or drugs at any time. NO PETS ALLOWED eviction will happen please read our contract.
Trash runs early Monday morning bins end of driveway handles face the house trash will not pick up if faced wrong way or bins not near the pavement.
All dishes to be cleaned and dried and put a way for next guest. Read our contract for house rules doors and windows shut prevents bugs coming inside
Important information
You need to know
Property # 279879ha
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
Note from host: Contact Owner for questions text, email, or call
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
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 Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
How much does it cost to stay at 72 Steps 2 Beach—tree shaded oasis, hammock, grill, picnic table outdoor shower ?
As of Aug 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 72 Steps 2 Beach—tree shaded oasis, hammock, grill, picnic table outdoor shower on Sep 14, 2026 start from $293, 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 72 Steps 2 Beach—tree shaded oasis, hammock, grill, picnic table outdoor shower ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 72 Steps 2 Beach—tree shaded oasis, hammock, grill, picnic table outdoor shower ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 72 Steps 2 Beach—tree shaded oasis, hammock, grill, picnic table outdoor shower located?
Located in Wilmington Beach, this vacation home is steps from Carolina Beach and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Mike Chappell Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
About the host
Hosted by Dari or BR (owner of Carolina Beach R and R)
Hello! We're Dari and BR, your hosts at Island Getaway. We're thrilled to share our little slice of paradise with you! Our property is perfectly located on the island, and we can't wait to meet you.
Your Feedback Matters As seasoned hosts, we value your experience and would love to hear your thoughts. If anything's not quite right or you have a concern, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're always here to help, and we appreciate your feedback.
Contact Us: If you have any issues or concerns before checkout, please give us a call right away.
We Love Carolina Beach: We're proud to call Carolina Beach our favorite spot, and we think you'll love it just as much as we do. Come relax, unwind, and enjoy your island getaway with us!
Why they chose this property
72 to the beach access!
What makes this property unique
Big Backyard, grill, hammock and picnic table. We even built an outdoor shower for great privacy an extra touch to the outdoors.