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Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool!

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Dining
Private kitchen
Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Carolina Beach
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Freeman Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 King Beds

Bedroom 2

2 King Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool!

Welcome to Clam Shell Penthouse. Relax on one of your two large decks and take in the beautiful views of the ocean on one side and the marina on the other. You can enjoy your morning coffee watching the sun rise over the ocean and then unwind your day with a cool drink while watching the sunset over the marina. We have everything you could want for your vacation including a private elevator and lovely communal pool.

We are a two-story town home (top two floors) with everything you'll need for your beach vacation. With a short one-minute walk you'll be laying on the beach soaking up the sun in the sand. When you get back we have an outdoor shower for you to rinse off in or just stay right in the pool before heading up for lunch.

With 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, everyone will be happy. We have two large master suites with luxurious bathrooms and whirlpool tubs. We offer three covered parking bays that accommodate 4 vehicles and a private elevator so you don't have to lug all your belongings up the stairs! With two large decks everyone can enjoy the beautiful ocean views. What a wonderful place for your family and friends to spend their vacation.

When you first walk in you'll notice hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile back splash, and plenty of room for everyone. Your toughest decision will be to figure out who sleeps in which room! We have TV's in the living room and all four bedrooms. There is an ocean view deck off the living room and another off the upstairs master bedroom. They are both great places to sit and enjoy the cool ocean breeze. The dining area has a large table and along with bar stools and seats eleven people. The slow pace of island life makes it easy to forget about your work deadlines and soon you won't even remember how stressed your life is back home. With beautiful beaches, great seafood, and fun activities for the kids, you'll be glad you booked this home here on Carolina Beach.

Carolina Beach is easy to get to and once you cross over the bridge onto the island you'll instantly start to relax. We are a family friendly beach town and offer live outdoor bands, fireworks, a boardwalk, fishing pier, restaurants, grocers and a Walgreen's right on the island. While here don't forget to head over to Britt's Donuts and have one or two. They're a must for any visit to Carolina Beach and have been on the boardwalk since 1939. You can also visit the NC Aquarium and Fort Fisher Civil War fort and museum. Call us today, and we'll be happy to help you book your perfect beach vacation!

Outdoor Pool open during the summer season only, May - September

Check in is 4:00PM and check out is by 10:00AM
This is a no smoking, no pets property.
You must be at last 25 years old to enter into a rental contract
We provide the pillows, bedspreads, and blankets.
Parking for 4 cars


Master Bedroom: King
Second Bedroom: King
Third Bedroom: Queen
Fourth Bedroom: Queen

A signed Booking Agreement is required for all reservations before check-in.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to 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 rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 962930vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar and The Cardinal. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Freeman Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riko's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪K38 Baja Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean view townhome with 2 huge decks, an elevator and pool! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Carolina Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

Unexpectedly nice

Perfect location. Quieter end of town, but close to boardwalk. Beach access is close and right at the lifeguard. Roomy place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Wonderful Weekend at Clam Shell #7

We had an amazing stay at this property. It's the prefect size for a group and very kid friendly. We were only steps from the beach. Given that we stayed during these unknown times, the property was very clean and safe and was a wonderful place to escape to for the weekend. Thank you to the management team for being in communication and quick to respond to any of our questions. We'll definitely look to stay here again when we come back to Carolina Beach!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2020
Hey Katie, so glad you loved it! You are welcome anytime. David and Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Fun Thanksgiving

Had a great time. Love the short walk to the beach. The condo was very spacious and liked the layout. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Have stayed her many times it’s like coming to oh safe place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The code to the lock box was not loaded in the App nor were instructions to the keypad on the front door. But it only took a phone call for the lock box and an email to get front door access. Hiccups happen it is the recovery that counts. Management always responds quickly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barb C.

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

Loved this place would definitely stay again.

Every thing went great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

5th year same house ! We love it !

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the 5th year we’ve rented clam shell penthouse.It still seems like the best deal for your money .Right in middle of the ocean and sound . Beautiful sunsets from deck and short walk to beach to see sunrises. (You can also see sunrise from downstairs bedroom window) This is the perfect location for children or grandchildren. Will definitely come back ! Also love this end of Carolina Beach . Less crowded and we see some of the same locals every year . Good times ! We love the pool too!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

DAVID B.

Home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our sixth time staying at clamshell condo. Steps to the beach, pool and elevator to make dragging luggage up to the third floor a breeze and very accessible for the grandparents. Plenty of space for our family of five, in laws and niece and her friend. Large well equipped kitchen was great for nights we wanted to stay in and cook meals. Covered decks made great places to enjoy a cup of coffee with ocean view in the morning or glass of wine at sunset. Dave and family with A1 have always been A+ very responsive if any needs come up and easy to work with. Can’t say enough about this place. We look forward to coming back for years to come!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charla B.

An Oasis With Great Customer Service

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful rental and great location! The master bedroom and private porch were an oasis. The property management company was very prompt to respond to any question or concern we had and couldn't have been more helpful when we had to leave a day early with an emergency. We were most appreciative of their help and concern. I would absolutely recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judi K.

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

Memorial Day Holiday

Loved the location to the beach!! We truly enjoyed relaxing on the upperstairs balcony and looking at the ocean. A very well equipped kitchen. We were so thankful for that as the restaurants in the area did not have adequate staff and waits for dinner were extremely long, more so than normal. Plenty of space for 6 adults, 2 boys under 5 and a 9 month old. Sufficient parking, and the elevator was so appreciated at check in, check out and grocery trips. The grandsons Loved the pool, and it was so close. Just wanted to mention,, the staircase railing was a bit sticky and could use a cleaning, as could entry doors. A positive experience and a memorable trip.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Big Birthday with Family

We enjoyed our visit at the Clam Shell Penthouse this past week. Thanks for having everything in order.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lehua P.

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

Great rental!

Clam Shell was a great location for our family wedding weekend. The property was clean, well maintained, clear instructions for everything, close to the beach, with a pool for my girls. Large open space for entertaining. The elevator is a must have for packing/unpacking and for those that can’t do the stairs well - big bonus for us. I appreciated the book with local recommendations of places to go and see. Overall, very happy with the accommodations and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Great home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Decks are great to hang out on and the sound system outside is a great addition. Kitchen was fully stocked with cooking supplies. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shearon B.

Awesome!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent 3 nights at Clam Shell Penthouse. It was great! The house is spacious and great for a family get-away. The weather was great for February. We enjoyed the porches which allowed us to take advantage of two water views - the canal and the ocean. It was the relaxing experience which was needed after being shut-in for most of the winter. The house was clean, beautiful, with comfortable furniture. The elevator was a great addition. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Highly Recommend. One of my all time favorite VRBO homes

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was wonderful. Great floor plan. Everything was thoughtful about it. Also I felt really welcomed. There was professionalism and comfort. It was kid friendly. The house made the vacation that much more wonderful in addition to being at the beach. My 77 year old Mom who has a lot of pain, truly enjoyed herself as well. It was great for a multi-generational situation. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

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

2020 Vacation

The house was very nice, the pictures in the ad were exactly what you got. Very close to beach and easy to carry beach stuff to beach. Elevator was a big plus to unload and load vehicles. Would recommend to stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Family Vacation Provided Time with Grands during COVID19

The house suited us perfectly. My husband and I occupied one master bedroom with balcony access. The 4 grands, ages 1 to 7, occupied the room across the hall upstairs. The parents had the two rooms downstairs. It was awesome. We sat on the balcony upstairs after the kiddos had gone to bed and we could still hear if there was a problem. Also the master was very large and filled with the crafts and toys that we brought. So our room frequently became the hangout for everyone. The house is wonderful. Distance to the beach access is great. The surrounding area was not exactly what we have been used to in the past, but since we were social distancing it really was ok.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Lynda S.

Our July 4th vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Building itself was fine but the sewage smell that greeted us everyday certainly created an unpleasant beginning & end of each day😬
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

The perfect beach house for our family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This beach house is perfect for our family . We love the elevator for our arrival and after first grocery store trip. We don’t have to carry everything up steps ! The top floor has beautiful views of sound and ocean . It has a huge master suite with large balcony with rocking chairs . The second bedroom has a full, 2 twin beds and twin pullout sleep sofa . This room is perfect for the teenage grandchildren . The two upstairs bedrooms has heated tubs ! The downstairs has 2 bedrooms with queen beds that are perfect for myself and my son that doesn’t have children . I could go on and on ... They just added 4 smart TVs this year. The kids love the pool ! This part of beach is perfect for children and families ! It’s not over crowded. Keyless entry door. We’ve rented same house for 4 years ! Most. Likely will be back ‘
Verified review

8/10 Good

John S.

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

Vacate

Everything went very well. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

whitney m.

Clam shell villas 7

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was wonderful. The house is beautiful , very clean and spacious. The beach is a perfect distant and the view of the beach and the sound are incredible. With 2 families and 5 kids ranging from 8 months to 16 we could not have found a more perfect set up than this house. It was perfect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

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

Great family home

Clean, well stocked and very comfortable. Our 3 generation family of 11 were quite comfortable. Rental company was very responsive. Elevator very handy for loading and unloading. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Beautiful unit!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented from A1 Property Management for 5 years. This is our favorite place for many reasons...the size, the pool, the elevator, and the location. It was clean upon arrival, and the decor is lovely. David and his team are prompt to respond with any concerns or questions. A1 Property management is topnotch!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Pure perfection

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I cannot rate this spot highly enough. Lovely view of the ocean and the sound, clean and perfect layout. The mud room off the elevator made getting my toddler to and from the beach so much easier and the living spaces were so comfortable and spacious. Felt very COVID safe, independent air flow, not crowded beach and when we had an issue with the elevator a property manager came right away and wore a mask.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay, very nice beach house.

This is a nice 4BR property with ready access to the beach. The kitchen is reasonably equipped, but with very minimal supplies for cooking (e.g. only salt was available). The bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and as-advertised. The space overall was nicely laid out and comfortable. I would say the pool was a bit of a disappointment. Because 4 apartments share this common area, it's essentially impossible to socially-distance and have access to this pool. While the owners did put up a sign trying to limit the number of people, the other tenants opted to ignore the rules. The level below this apartment is a 2BR rental property as well. Keep this in mind. We had no problems or issues at all and there was minimal noise (only the patter of kids running around a bit) from them. But don't expect that you're the only ones in the building.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

March 2020 Stay

We had such an awesome stay! What a fabulous property you have! We had all the comforts we could possibly need. It was a perfect size with plenty of space for our large family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

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