Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included!
**Due to our security locks, we do not have the option for early check in OR late check outs**
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Relax at the Barefoot Mermaid, a 3BR 2BA cottage retreat half a mile from the beach and only one mile from Carolina Beach’s best dining, recreation, and entertainment. Restaurants for every taste. An old-fashioned Boardwalk with a Ferris wheel and amusement rides. Fireworks on the beach every Thursday. Free live music on Fridays. Lake Park, with a Saturday Farmers’ Market and free outdoor movies on Sundays. All within one mile of this beach hideaway. The Island Greenway, a 1.2-mile biking/walking path is a block from the house. Another block over is Mike Chappell Park, with tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, a skate park, and playground. A short drive away, visit the NC Aquarium, Ft. Fisher, Carolina Beach State Park, and the Kure Beach Pier for fishing and sightseeing.
**Bring your own Beach towels**
Back at the house, settle into the cozy vintage-inspired living room. Free WiFi keeps you connected, and the Smart TV lets you log into your favorite streaming services. In the mood for tunes? Connect your device to the stereo speakers with sub-woofer. Central A/C plus 5 ceiling fans will keep you cool.
Prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen, with full-size stove, oven, and refrigerator (w/ice-maker and filtered water), dishwasher, microwave, 2 coffee makers (drip and pod), convection toaster oven, crock pot, blender, dishware, cookware, and utensils. Serve in the light-filled dining area or at the kitchen counter. Out back, there’s a picnic table with umbrella, and a covered porch with rockers that are the perfect place to sit and listen for the ocean in the quiet of the evening.
You have three bedrooms to choose from: Queen (w/shower bath), Queen (w/Smart TV), and Twin with easy-to-use trundle (sleeps 2). The second bathroom has a tub/shower. There is also a full-size washer/dryer.
The Barefoot Mermaid is your beach retreat—tucked out of the way, yet just minutes from the best Carolina Beach has to offer. Cottage-style one-story living—no stilts, just three steps up to the entrance. Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood, the cottage provides off-street parking for two or three vehicles, depending on size.
Bring your own beach towels, chairs, boogie boards, paddle-boards, surfboards, kayaks, bikes, etc., and get ready to make some memories!
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash, dry, put away all dishes before vacating
Please text Coastal Carolina Property Group upon vacating
910-707-4810
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
VRBO Does NOT Refund Travelers for natural disasters including Tropical Storms, Hurricanes, area Flooding..etc. Travel Insurance is HIGHLY recommended
We appreciate responsible pet owners
Pets should be crated when left unattended
Please clean up after your pet. Waste bags are provided.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3386030vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Carolina Beach is home to this cottage. 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. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Good Hops Brewing - 2 min drive
Crush & Grind - 3 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites - 3 min drive
El Cazador Carolina Beach - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included!?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included! on 31 Aug, 2026 start from S$276, 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 Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quiet Hideaway Half a Mile to the Beach a Mile to the Boardwalk
Linens Included! located?
Situated in Carolina Beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Mike Chappell Park and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing! We highly recommend this lovely house and would stay again in a heartbeat. Excellent property management team who care deeply about the experience.
Jonathan H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind review. Your guest feedback was extremely helpful. We'd love to host you again
The perfect place that my boyfriend & I & 3 of our friends stayed at! This was our second year in Carolina Beach, we love it! The place was super clean, super spacious, huge bedrooms, large backyard & we all LOVED the back patio! Super easy access to all the amazing restaurants near by (5 min or less drive to most of them) Definitely would recommend/ stay here again!
Gabrielle G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time with us. Please come see us again
My husband and I stayed here for a birthday trip with some family and it was excellent. Not too far from the beach to walk and in a great neighborhood! Will definitely be coming back!
Autumn T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are really glad you enjoyed your time. We would welcome you back anytime
This beach cottage is in a quiet neighborhood. It has everything you need for your stay. The beds are very comfortable, nice porches and a big backyard. It is a short, easy walk to the beach. It was just 2 adult friends but I plan to bring my husband and 4 kids to stay here, it’s a perfect little spot!
Kimberly B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review. We'd love to have the opportunity to host you again!
Perfect location for our family vacation. Property was clean and exactly as advertised. Had all the amenities we needed and was just a 10 min walk from the ocean. Back porch was ideal for morning coffee!
Rachel M. H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us. Please come see us again, anytime
We had the perfect stay at this beautiful little house. Beautifully decorated. Very quiet. We had everything we needed. Plenty of space but also cozy. Easily walkable to the beach and restaurants and bars. Will definitely be back!
Daphne L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your kind review. We're so glad you enjoyed your time with us. We love to have you anytime again in the future
We traveled from Iowa for end of school year celebrations and time with family. The house was the perfect size for the two of us sisters and a great location for the family to meet up before adventures to the beach and other places around town. The back porch was excellent for reading in the mornings, bird watching, and the yard was a beautiful place to hang out when the family brought over corn hole and pizza. The only drawback is the very small driveway. But great communication from owners!
AmberLynn P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
Thank to so much for your kind review. We would love to host you again in the future!
All though it rained it was a great time. This home far exceeded other places even those in Hilton Head.
Very clean and well stocked. The backyard is great if you had kiddos. Kitchen fully stocked, location is perfect, beds comfy and shower pressure with hot water was on point even with multi showers. We will stay again for sure. Cozy with a beach vide.
Candice P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us. We're really glad you enjoyed our property. Please come back and see us again!
This is the perfect quintessential beach cottage. It’s beautifully decorated for the laid back beach vibes. Our family has children from middle school to pre-k ranges, and everyone was happy. It’s a quick 10-15 minute walk to the beach, and with the younger ones, bringing a wagon is helpful. The location is close enough to the boardwalk and shops to enjoy in the evening, but it’s far enough away to not be bothered on the busy July 4th holiday with noise. Everything was completely and thoughtfully communicated by the owner, and my family could not be happier with our stay. Thank you so much!
Emily J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review. We would love to host you again in the future
This proprty is very dirty. The front door is almost impossible to lock. The beds are soooo uncomfortable. They make you clean dishes that were dirty when you took them out. No coffee or soap, shampoo, conditioner provided. Toilet runs constantly and sprays at you when you flush it.
Beaching, Biking, Relaxing. We love Carolina Beach!
Our new happy place! We felt relaxed as soon as we walked in—it was so clean and welcoming. The kitchen has everything (we like to cook). Beds and baths perfect. Of course the main thing was the beach, which is just a 10-minute walk on a flat street. The fireworks on the beach Thurs night were great (they do it every week!). We all brought bikes and rode the bike path as well as going up to the boardwalk and restaurants. We were able to pack a lot in since it was so close. It was amazing to have such a peaceful house so close to everything. We actually tried to extend our stay but there was another reservation.
David E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us. We're really glad you enjoyed our property. Please come back and see us again!
Everything stated about this was exactly true! It was close, quiet and loved the screened in porch for late night chats. The home was clean and everything worked as designed. The communication with agent, excellent! No recommendations for improvement. We were on the move so not a lot of time actually spent there. Was able to store our E bikes in the front screened porch area. I would definitely rent this property again!! Close to eating and drinking places along with a neat bike/walking trail very near.Quiet at night as well!
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2024
Wow.. thank you so much for your kind review. We are really glad that you enjoyed your time with us. We would love to have you stay with us again in the future
(1) Got into vacation mode right away. Sweet place: All the amenities you could need and so bright and clean!!! Up to date appliances, all kitchen stuff you need. Sheets and towels provided made things easy (had to bring our own beach towels but that’s common).
2. Easy in, easy out. One good thing that came out of covid is the invention of “contactless check-in” with coded door locks. Quick and easy with no office key pickup or waiting for host.
(3) Nice back porch and yard.
(4) off the beaten path away from tourist attractions boardwalk etc
(5) location location location. Walked to the beach in like 10 mins and could also use public parking real close by. We play pickle ball so glad for the park 2 blocks away Oh yeah: Best bbq and diner takeout just up the street Butts and Such. Almost like room service ha ha.
Gonna try to go back in Sept or def next year.
Amy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2023
Thank you for you kind review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. We would love to host you again anytime!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Daniel D.
6 Jul, 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Getaway for July 4th weekend.
Overall for the price we are content with our stay. We were attracted to this home because of the location and price but even for the affordable price we were a little disappointed in a few things. Here’s our honest list of pros and cons.
Pros: close to the beach, affordable, close to a bike and walkway, everything worked, kitchen had everything you’d need, and a large backyard.
Cons: bathrooms and other items need updated, vents and bathroom fans were filthy and had mold, seem to have a bug problem we had multiple very large cockroaches during our stay, and the check out list was very excessive considering the price of service/cleaning fee. Also we were given a non working access code and when I reached out to the property management, they were a little condescending and short about the code, they gave us another code and it worked fine.
Overall if your looking for a budget friendly place and don’t mind the cons it was a decent vacation rental.
Daniel D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. A few items we would like to address in your review.
You stated that some of the areas need to be updated, but was the unit as advertised?
The bugs are not roaches, they are palmetto bugs. They are native to the area. The unit is sprayed monthly. When guests tend to leave doors open throughout their stay, they get in. We would have happily had a re-spray, had we only known. There haven't been any concerns before or since your stay regarding insects.
Your code that was given worked fine, the process you were doing was incorrect. We verified your original code when you vacated l. I recall attempting to help you and you stated "In not ignorant" when I was trying to walk you through getting into the unit.
The checkout list is the same rental agreement that you acknowledged before reserving the unit. If you had reservations about picking up after yourself and your guests before vacating, why did you reserve our unit with the rental agreement?
Issues may arise during any reservation, our goal is to resolve them as quickly as possible, as we did with yours.
Thank you for your rating. I wish we knew what kept you from giving us a 5 star review. Our goal is to ensure our guests have the best experience at our property.
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