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Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor!

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Great Beach views and Beach access is just across the street!
The Penthouse located on the Top Floor
Top Floor 1750 Sq. Feet
Back Deck overlooking the Ocean/Beach
Fabulous views from the Deck!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest room 2

1 Double Murphy Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bath 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor!

Enjoy beautiful casual elegance at The Penthouse at the Beach! Private Elevator to Penthouse Level. No stair climbing to enjoy incredible views of both ocean and canal. Huge Rooms plus screened-in porch.Everything all on one level, with 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths, sleeping 8 comfortably.

2 Bedrooms with Queen Beds! 3rd Bedroom has Bunk bed with full bed on bottom, twin bed on top!

Easy access to beach (1 block) close walks to restaurants and boardwalk. Linens/towels provided, Washer/Dryer. Free WIFI. Perfect Getaway!! (Just bring your swimsuits!) You will love it here! No Pets, No Smoking, and No Parties.
This is a beautiful place to stay at the beach! This top floor Penthouse has gorgeous views from almost every room and easy keyless access. The private elevator allows easy unloading and unpacking., ample parking for 4 vehicles; 2 Guest Rooms have private doors to private deck overlooking the beach or relax on the screened in porch to enjoy beautiful sunsets over the canal. Spacious living room with Roku smart TV. (So dont forget your Netflix/Hulu/Prime passwords). The kitchen is well equipped with a bar seating for 4 plus kitchen bistro set. Beautiful separate dining room is set for 6. Two additional folding chairs provided in closet. Two Bedrooms have walk in closets; third bedroom has double closet. All bedrooms have luggage stands. Linens and Towels provided.
Enjoy all Carolina Beach has to offer, including free movie night at the Carolina Beach Lake Park on Sunday nights all summer; fireworks on Thursday nights(Summer), World Famous Britt's donuts, and the best restaurants including Michaels' Seafood Restaurant, Havana's, Deck House, Shuck'em Shack, and Nikki's Sushi. Boardwalk provides fun people watching, with several watering holes, arcade, carnival, and more in the summer months!! Farmer's Market every Saturday around the Lake! Storage shed has 6 beach chairs, beach bike, beach toys, etc. Outdoor water stand for rinsing sand off. Special info will be given for operation of the elevator, as well as key codes will be given after booking. You will enjoy this beautiful setting.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pak n play provided
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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
No Pets, No Smoking, and No Parties. Checkout Information needs to be followed. thank you for leaving things as they were when you arrived.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1366826vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is next to a golf course and on the 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Carolina Beach Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Legion Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Riko's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪K38 Baja Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor!?

As of 14 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor! on 11 Jan, 2027 start from S$703, 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 at Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous Ocean Views-Elevator-3 BR 3 BA Entire Top floor! located?

Located in Carolina Beach, this beachfront condo building is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed my stay at the Penthouse. Meghan was very friendly and we only had one problem while we were there and she responded right away and took care of the problem (a lose hurricane shutter).One area of improvement would be for nicer pots and pans and cooking utensils in the kitchen. All in all though it was a lovely place and the views of the ocean were great!!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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

Family trip

Lovely property very close to the beach. Comfortable accommodations, very clean and easy communicate with the property owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2022
Janice, Thanks for staying at the Penthouse and being such a great guest! Remember, discounts for repeat great guests like you! Hope to see you again! Christine
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Wonderful stay

Good location. Nice clean and spacious. Close walk to the beach. Very enjoyable
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2021
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Penthouse at the Beach! I hope you will plan to come back and stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Had a great time

Was within walking distance from everything. Great property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2022
Hi Wendy, So glad you had a great stay! Thanks for choosing the Penthouse! Please plan to visit again. Remember, there are discounts for repeat great guests like you!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron K.

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

Batchlorette weekend

Such a cute house so close to all carolina beach offers with great views. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2022
Thanks for staying at the Penthouse and taking such good care of my favorite place! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay! I hope you will plan to come back and stay! Discounts for repeat great guests like you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, walking distance to anything you need. I would call the middle room without balcony access the master. If kids stay in the 2 guests rooms they access the balcony/exit, not a closed in balcony. It worked for us but I’m sure some would prefer a different setup.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

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

Great location

Very nice and clean upper floor of a three story beach house. Not even 2 minute walk to the beach and within walking distance to the boardwalk as well as a short drive to the pier. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2020
Thanks, Travis! I am so glad you enjoyed your stay at my favorite place! I hope you will come back and visit again! As you know The Penthouse has everything so all you need to bring is your swimsuit!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brett t.

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

Enjoyable long weekend

The condo was incredibly clean, especially considering the location near the beach. Had everything we needed and wanted for a relaxing, enjoyable trip. The elevator was a little tricky, although nice to have for the less mobile of our group and for getting luggage and groceries in / out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Beach

This is the best location. A block from the beach, view of the fishing pier and walking distance to Boardwalk and several wonderful restaurants. This was our 5th stay at the Penthouse and will definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2023
I am thrilled that you enjoyed the Penthouse again! I appreciate you taking such great care of my favorite spot! I look forward to your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina V.

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

Fabulous

Had alot of fun. Everything is nice and close. Beach is beautiful as usual. Excellent views from the Penthouse!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

Oasis Away at Carolina Beach

Christine is a wonderful host. I am so thankful she shared her special place with us. The atmosphere is lovely and inviting. It is such a great location. We are looking forward to when we can stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2022
I'm so glad you had a great time at the Penthouse. And, thanks for taking such good care of everything. I hope you will plan to stay again! Remember, discounts for great repeat guests like you!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa and David P.

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

Family FUN!

LOCATION! safe area for walking, jogging, kids to be on their own too!, comfortable, easy to grocery store, gas, boardwalk, simple, family oriented, but for teens too! amenities were so helpful as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2021
Thanks for leaving everything in great shape!! I'm so glad that you enjoyed your stay. I hope that you will plan to come back. Remember, discounts for repeat great guests like you! Thank you for choosing the Penthouse!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Location!!

My favorite place at Carolina Beach! This location is great, close to the beach and boardwalk etc. There are beach towels, chairs and umbrellas etc. Christine was great and helped us with any questions we had. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Ironman Race

I was in Wilmington for Ironman race with family and friends. Condo was wonderful. Well stocked with supplies. Spectacular views. We could walk to the beach, restaurants, and bars. Will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ira B.

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

Penthouse Vacation

We planned our first family vacation to the North Carolina shore. The penthouse checked all of our boxes for location, bedrooms, bathrooms, living space and price. Traveling with kids, teens and adults we needed a place that would keep all parties happy and comfortable for a week. Very pleased to say the penthouse passed with flying colors. Very easy beach access, short walks to many restaurants and the boardwalk. Christine was very easy to communicate with during the booking process. I really appreciated her simple directions to make check-in and check-out smooth. If you are traveling to Carolina Beach for a family vacation the penthouse should be at the top of your list!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2022
Hi Ira, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Penthouse! Remember, discounts for great repeat guests like you! I hope you will plan to visit again! Christine
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike T.

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

Great spot on Carolina Beach

As if any review there are always pros and cons… Starting with the pros - The condo is in a great spot or Carolina beach and very close to the beach itself. The owner was very quick to reply and explained the rules / supplied all needed information in good advance. The condo itself was nice and clean and also had a nice porch with a view (after all it is the top floor!). And parking can accommodate two cars covered which was nice as well. A couple of cons which may or may not be important to some but it’s always worth mentioning for those considering this property - The master bedroom bed was extremely uncomfortable, and if you moved at all, you had loud sounds from the box spring. Additionally, (and I understand the reasoning) the pillows provided had a protectant cover on them which made a “crinkle” sound when moving around. It also made sleeping on them a little hotter than your typical pillow. I would recommend to bring your own. The only other con is regarding the elevator. While the description mentions an elevator in the property, expect to only use for loading/unloading. If you don’t follow the directions exactly, it leads to the elevator not working and a $500 fee to fix it. Based on all the warning stickers, you also need someone to assist who isn’t taking the elevator to close the outside door after the people riding properly close the according door. For most, this isn’t an issue, but we had elderly people who just had back and knee surgery so that lead to a little disappointment. Overall, I’m sure most folks would love this place! For me, a couple tweaks and it would be 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2022
Hi Mike, I'm so glad that you enjoyed your stay at the Penthouse! Yes, it does have awesome views, is very clean and nice; great parking, and so close to everything!! I appreciate your comments, as they always help for the next guest. I am so sorry you found the bed in master bedroom uncomfortable; as it is new, very expensive, great quality mattress. VRBO highly recommends using pillow and mattress protectors for cleanliness and sanitation concerns to provide benefits for all guests staying at the Penthouse. In regards to your elevator comments, I apologize for any misunderstanding concerning the usage and operation of the elevator. You did not incur any fee for the use of the elevator as implied in your comments. As noted in the elevator instruction video provided to all guests, no assistance is required for operating the elevator outside of the elevator. I wish you had reached out to me for clarification, also as noted in the video with any questions or concerns about using it during your stay. It is very common to have both internal and external door s to operate private elevators, as it does not operate like commercial elevators; however, no one needs to assist outside of the elevator. It is available to use during your entire stay, not just loading and unloading. Had you noted or included any information to me about special needs, I would have certainly reiterated the information. My mother is 87 and utilizes the elevator always during her entire stay so I certainly understand. Again, thanks for your comments and thanks for staying at the Penthouse!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia C.

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

Perfect vacation.

Loved staying in the penthouse. Great location: walking distance to the beach and boardwalk. Beautiful house and the property owner was very easy to get a hold of via messages and super accommodating. Highly reccomend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri G.

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

Stay at the Carolina Beach "Penthouse"

Nice property on upper floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory T.

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

Spring Break Gettaway

Owner was great in making sure we had all of the knowledge in accessing the property and how to operate the elevator, to make our stay seamless.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

beach stay

Great condo close to all that Carolina Beach has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2022
Thanks for being a great guest! Thanks for leaving everything as you found it! I hope that you will plan to return again and stay at the Penthouse!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

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

Family time!

The Penthouse was perfect for our needs...three generations. Close to beach, views of water from front and back, plenty of spacious comfort, and an elevator to accommodate the grandparents. So many things within walking distance for the younger folks. Christina was a blessing to work with as we had to juggle our plans and she worked with us. It was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2021
Patti, thanks for being such great guests at the Penthouse! I'm so glad that you enjoyed your stay and so glad you were able to celebrate your anniversary there! Thanks for leaving everything so nice and clean. I hope you can come back and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

A great time was had by all!

The Penthouse was not only a wonderful place to stay but the location could not be beat. From our temporary home we were able to be at the beach and/or boardwalk in minutes. And when we were 'home' our views of the ocean and canal were perfect. We were even treated to mother nature's own fireworks while sitting out on the porch watching the lightening storm in the distance. There were six of us. Each pair had their own room and bathroom making things very easy on all of us. We played games, watched movies, made simple meals and snacks, and just plain enjoyed being with each other. In short, we loved the Penthouse and would certainly consider it again if we go back to Carolina Beach. Thank you to Christine for opening your place to us. The welcome bottle of wine was a sweet touch and very much appreciated. If you are considering time at Carolina Beach, a stay here would be a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauriane G.

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

Family vacation

We had a wonderful time! The place was very clean and spacious. It is walking distance to many restaurants and an easy one minute walk to the beach with plenty of space on the beach to put up a tent or parasol. The faucet to rinse off outside on the ground level was very convenient when coming back from the beach. Overall, the condo exceeded our expectations!
Verified

8/10 Good

Joann L.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Christine Engelbrecht

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Hi, I'm Christine and I live in Cary, NC, where I have lived for over 15 years. My background is managing hotels so I know the importance of having everything a guest needs and enjoy sharing my condo. When I'm not at the beach, I am the Spa Lady! My business is unique, as I offer "Spa" parties for women too busy to go to the spa and those that want to have fun with their girlfriends while enjoying spa treatments. I also host little girl birthday spa parties!

Why they chose this property

I purchased the condo at Carolina Beach because of my love of the beach. Before my husband died, we enjoyed going to Carolina Beach often. I bought the condo in his honor. I names it "Penthouse at the Beach" because of the movie, Pretty Woman. The Penthouse is on the top floor and it's the BEST! I fell in love with it instantly and wanted to share it with others.

What makes this property unique

Top floor, all one level with fabulous views of both the ocean and the canal. The best of both worlds. Sunrise in the mornings over the ocean and sunsets at night over the canal. It is spacious and has lots of areas for guests to be by themselves when they choose if they come with family or friends. It offers casual elegance at a great price. Two Bedrooms have private entrance to the back deck to enjoy awesome views any time of day. Kitchen is supplied with everything you could need from coffee to baking cookies! There are enough dishes so you don't have to be doing dishes after every meal. You can walk to many restaurants, the beach, the boardwalk, activities, etc. Storage shed has beach chairs, toys, boogie boards, wagon, and more. Enjoy!!!

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