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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Carolina Beach
Sleeps 10•4 bedrooms•4 beds
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Carolina Beach, NC
Carolina Beach
Place, Carolina Beach
1 min walk
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
13 min walk
Freeman Park
Place, Freeman Park
14 min walk
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Ground floor
1 Queen Bed
Main floor bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 King Bed
Top floor second master
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Oceanfront House-Sleeps 8-10 Rec Room and Theater Room
Our home is oceanfront in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. It is an older style cottage built in the 1940's and we added a third floor and renovated in 2003. Complete renovation in spring 2020.
There are great views with beautiful porches and decks overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. In the Spring of 2008, the ground floor was added to the rental making it a full house rental. Full kitchen was renovated on middle floor in 2011 with dishwasher and garbage disposal. All new appliances in 2020. Two master suites with mini fridge and coffee/tea bar in one. Bathrooms in the old part of the cottage were renovated with new tile showers in 2016.
The ground floor does have a separate entrance into a game room with a pool table. We recently added a spiral staircase leading to the middle floor. This floor has one queen bedroom and full bath. A theater room is located on the ground floor with a big screen smart TV, popcorn machine and fridge. A new front loading washer and dryer were added to this floor in 2020. There is a queen air mattress that can be used in the theater room to sleep 2 children.
The middle floor has a full kitchen and family room with a recently renovated open floor plan, one queen bedroom, and one full bathroom. The living area has a smart tv and a game/puzzle table and sectional sofa. The dining area has a large table with seating for 8-10., and additional bar seating for two. The kitchen is fully stocked and offers a large pantry area and adequate workspace. There is a wonderful open porch with rockers and a table/chairs for eating or playing games. There are two outdoor showers; an open shower on the walkway from the beach to rinse off sand, and a closed hot and cold shower to enjoy your daily shower.
The top floor has two large oceanfront King master suites with private baths. Each bedroom opens onto the top porch with a porch swing and loungers. You DO have to walk through one of the bedrooms to get to the interior stairs. There are exterior stairs off the porch as well.
The house will sleep 8 people in beds and two more on an air mattress.
This house is located on the north end of Carolina Beach, a quieter and more relaxing part of the beach. The Boardwalk, fishing pier and charter boats are all within walking distance. Enjoy the many restaurants, kid's activities, and just strolling on the beach! Bike, chair, umbrella and boat rentals are all within one mile of the house. There is a private deck and walkway to the beach, a brick grill and fireplace to cook out, and everything you need to have a wonderful relaxing vacation! There are free summer concerts each month, Sunday night family movies at the lake, Thursday night fireworks, as well as a wonderful Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival in October.
The NC Aquarium is a short drive as well as the USS NC Battleship Memorial and historic Wilmington! You can take a beautiful 30 minute ferry ride from Fort Fisher, just a few miles away, to Southport, another historic and beautiful town on the water. There are wonderful restaurants and antique shops in historic Southport. Come and enjoy our wonderful vacation home! We vacation there too, so you can count on it being well kept!
FAMILIES AND RESPONSIBLE ADULTS ONLY! We have the right to refuse rentals to groups or students. This is a NONSMOKING RENTAL and NO PETS ALLOWED.
IF THIS HOUSE IS BOOKED, PLEASE VISIT VRBO.com/81278 AND SEE OUR OTHER PROPERTY THAT IS ON THE SAME BLOCK AS THIS HOUSE.
*****Please note that this property is an older style beach cottage from the 1940’s, with fairly small rooms and bathrooms. There are no electrical outlets in the older bathrooms. If you do not want a cozy vacation property, this is not the house for you.
If you are planning an event at this property, this must be approved prior to booking. There may be an up charge related to number of guests as well as event type.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Families and responsible adults only. No groups allowed.
Saturday to Saturday rentals in the peak with a week minimum
If cancelled within 60 days of rental period, you may rebook within1 year without penalty. Purchase trip insurance in event that you need to cancel.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number none
Property # 34576
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Carolina Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Legion Stadium are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher 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 ecotours and cycling nearby.
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Freeman Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 9 min drive
The Preacher's Kitchin - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
The Sandspur - 4 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oceanfront House-Sleeps 8-10 Rec Room and Theater Room pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront House-Sleeps 8-10 Rec Room and Theater Room ?
As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront House-Sleeps 8-10 Rec Room and Theater Room on Oct 18, 2026 start from $642, 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 Oceanfront House-Sleeps 8-10 Rec Room and Theater Room ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront House-Sleeps 8-10 Rec Room and Theater Room ?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront House-Sleeps 8-10 Rec Room and Theater Room located?
Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 15 minutes.
About the host
Hosted by Kelly
We moved from Virginia to the Wilmington area in 1991. We fell in love with the old beach cottages in Carolina Beach and soon found one that was a 'great fixer-upper'. We did some cosmetic changes and enjoyed the house for one year before Hurricanes Bertha and Fran hit! We had extensive damage, but were able to salvage the house and maintain it's 1940's charm with an updated look. Later in 2003, we added a third floor to the house and have been renting to many return renters since that time. We took the house off the rental market for two years and did a major renovation in 2020. The house is in a great area of Carolina Beach, the north end, where many families vacation and close enough but far enough away from the boardwalk area to minimize noise. Every other year, the town renourishes the beach, so in the off years, the beach erosion can be significant. A complete renovation was done following Hurricane Dorian in the fall of 2019.
We love Mimi's cottage, named after my (Kelly's) mom, and appropriate since my parents own the house with us. We know that you will enjoy staying here in the quaintness of an old beach cottage with modern updates and fabulous views!
Why they chose this property
Avi was working in Carolina Beach when we moved to the area, and we lived here for the first year. We then moved into Wilmington but missed the beach and soon started looking for property that we could fix up. We loved the area because it was far enough from Wilmington to feel like we were on vacation, but close enough to drive home if we needed. We love the uncrowded beaches and the 'old' feel of the beach. It reminds me of childhood visits to the beach.
What makes this property unique
You will enjoy the benefit of this oceanfront property with easy access to the beach, a nice parking pad with a deck area off of the walkway to the beach with a brick charcoal grill and outdoor fireplace, outdoor showers,one with both hot and cold water, a nice tanning deck on the top floor. You can easily walk to the north end pier to fish or eat, or to the Boardwalk where there are great shops, amusement rides, bike and other vehicle rentals, and an exciting nightlife. The NC Aquarium is about a 5 mile drive, as is the ferry over to Southport. Wilmington is only about a 15 minute drive where there are wonderful restaurants, sightseeing, film studio tours, carriage rides, and a wonderful downtown riverwalk.Our house has been a host to many weddings. We are one of only a few single family houses left at the beach. We have a large parking pad that works well with tents and tables, and we offer offsite parking at our hotel if you can provide shuttle service for your guests. We also have other properties in close proximity that can house other guests within walking distance.
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