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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Balcony
Internet access
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Carolina Beach, NC
Carolina Beach
Place, Carolina Beach
1 min walk
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
2 min drive
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
2 min drive
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
33 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach
Check out "Henson - Lower" (lower level) located in the historic McCabe-Lancaster House, a classic beach cottage with an open floor plan and nostalgic charm. The property is across the street from the ocean, and just steps away from the beach access with a lifeguard stand.
Both levels of this cottage may be rented individually or as an entire home. "Henson - Lower" is the first floor and features a ramp entry, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen, living and dining area. "Henson - Upper" is the second level and also features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a large kitchen and living and dining areas.
In the lower unit, the primary bedroom has a Queen bed and private bath. The additional two bedrooms feature a Full bed and a one with two Twin beds.
Upper and lower levels are both accessed from outside. Each floor has a large open porch with swing, rockers, table and chairs. There is an outdoor shower shared for both units and a designated golf cart parking and charging station with room for two carts. Upon request a portable crib and high chair can be made available.
Come experience beach living the way it used to be, you'll be glad that you did!. Simple, efficient, and close to the sand and water. Lovingly maintained with great respect to it's history while also keeping it relevant for today's more discriminating guests, this home is made for making wonderful memories with your family. This is a non-smoking unit. No pets allowed.
Occupancy: 6 Stay Restrictions: Saturday/Saturday rental in Summer. Minimum three night stay other seasons. Renter Requirements: Renters must be a minimum of 25 years old. Groups of unrelated occupants that do not reside in the same primary residence must be 30 years old. Bedding Configuration: 1 Queen, 1 Full, 2 Twins Parking: Parking behind home for three vehicles Pet Policy: Pets are NOT allowed. Prohibited: Smoking. Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental. Featured Amenities: Enclosed Outdoor Shower, Just across the Street from Beach, Historic home with loads of charm. Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking, cancellations at 31+ days before check-in will receive a full refund after a $350 cancellation fee is deducted, cancellations at 15-30 days before check-in will receive a 50% refund of monies paid less a $350 cancellation fee and less than 15 days prior to arrival is not subject to a refund. All policies are subject to possible additional refund based on re-rental, excluding non-refundable cancellation fees and travel insurance (if applicable).
Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C062 – Henson-Lower” as a vacation rental.
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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
About the area
Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach is home to this holiday home. 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. Ready for a night out? Consider SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar and The Cardinal. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Carolina Beach Lake Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Freeman Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 16 min walk
Riko's - 3 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites - 15 min walk
Crush & Grind - 15 min walk
K38 Baja Grill - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach?
As of 12 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach on 4 Jan, 2027 start from S$400, 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 Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic Cottage Across the Street from Beach located?
Situated in Carolina Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar and Carolina Beach Arcade are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for the positive review! We're glad to hear you had an enjoyable vacation experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
This place was exactly as described; quite old, but charming and perfectly adequate, easy walk to the beach, and clean. As other reviewers have noted, if there are upstairs guests, you hear them, but fortunately the folks there while we were visiting were considerate, and we were not disturbed.
Jo ann F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you found the accommodations to be as described - charming, clean, and conveniently located. We're pleased that the upstairs guests were considerate during your stay and did not disturb you. Your positive comments about your experience are valuable to us as we strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all our guests. We hope you had a wonderful time and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angela E.
20 Oct, 2020
Comfortable place for good price
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 really enjoyed our stay.
Cute historic house with charm close to the beach was perfect for our family of 6. Only negative would be that if you're in the lower unit, the upper unit can seem a bit loud.
Chrystal B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2024
Thank you for the kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we can't wait to see you back again soon!
We had a wonderful week, with 5 adults and 2 children, ages 4 to 76 and plenty of room for us in this charming house. . The beautiful beach was only a several minute walk away. Restaurants, the Boardwalk, and several grocery stores were an easy drive. If we vacation again at lovely Carolina Beach, we would definitely stay in this historic cottage.
Sara H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you and your family had a wonderful time at our historic cottage. It's great to know that the property provided ample space and convenience for your group, and that the beach was easily accessible. We truly appreciate your positive feedback and would be honored to host you again if you decide to vacation in the area in the future. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're grateful for the opportunity to make your stay a memorable one.
815 Carolina Beach Road was a lovely place to stay. It had adequate seating at the table and enough beds for the family. Home was clean and fresh and had everything in the kitchen we needed. Would definitely recommend it. Parking was the best we have had in several years staying at the beach.
Judy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2022
Wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay, Terri! This is the expectation when renting with Bryant! We appreciate you choosing to rent with our company and we hope to host you again on your next trip to paradise!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ana C.
5 Oct, 2020
Second annual family vacation to Carolina Beach
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:
Our vacation rental was absolutely delightful, an adorable 3 bedroom and 2 bath, great neighbors and affordable for family’s
Ana C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2020
Hope to see you for a 3rd, Ana! Glad you enjoyed!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Diana T.
27 Sept, 2022
My happy place😀
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
It was a great place. Walking distance to a family and I enjoy staying here will be back...
Diana T.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2022
Vicky, So glad you enjoyed your stay with your family!
Enjoyed time at the beach. This house was close to beach but in a quieter section of the area. Liked that it was handicapped accessible.
Did have one concern when one of the beds collapsed--but we adapted and vacationed on.
Camize S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct, 2022
Camize, We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the property and accessibility. The bed has been fixed and is as good as new!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 Jul, 2022
The Jeans
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:
Our family vacation at this place was excellent. The house is across the street from the beach. The house was cleaned and the porch was a plus. The only thing was the walls was too thin for privacy. We could hear other tenants conversations.No need to drive or packed. Everything was closed by as far as shopping and excursions. I will definitely rent that property again
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2022
Fayola, We are glad that you enjoyed your time at the beach and the property! We hope to see you again soon!
Our place was very nice. Location was good. Beach was good. Very dirty ocean due to storm first 3/4 days. Cleared up some on Friday and Saturday. Beautiful weather the entire time. Really enjoyed the time there. One problem though, a family of 8 moved in on Friday morning at 3:00. They were very loud. They were loud the entire time I will only rent a one story for one family next time I stay with you. They showed no respect for our family on the 1st level but that’s ok. I learned what to request next time. Thank you
Kathy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the location and the beautiful weather during your stay. We regret the inconvenience caused by the noisy neighbors, and we appreciate you providing this feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back and assisting you in finding a more suitable accommodation that meets your needs.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay O.
25 May, 2016
Perfect Fit
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:
A group of girls went down for a weekend to stay in this lovely house. We especially needed a handicapped accessible location and it was hard to find one. This house was just perfect. We rented the lower level. Everybody loved the charm of this house. I would love to rent this place again. If you rented both levels you could really take a large group or family. Every thing was there that we needed for cooking and the property was well maintained. The rental staff did a great job with check in and check out.
Lindsay O.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joseph K.
26 Apr, 2022
Vacation
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:
Good property close to the beach. All went well
Joseph K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2022
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at this historic cottage Joseph. It is a true gem that is lovingly cared for and enjoyed by many generations of beachgoers. Please come back and visit us again real soon.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Patricia G.
18 Apr, 2022
Carolina Beach stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
No follow-up communication even though I sent 4 emails. broken chairs in kitchen, living room and porch, beds hard and squeaky, bug in living room, overall condition of the unit did not match the pictures online. Value for money paid was not good.
Patricia G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr, 2022
Patricia, I want to apologize for the experience you had renting with us. We pride ourselves on the guest experience and take our guest feedback very seriously - I will look into your reservation and see what fell short. I made note about your suggestions and will pass them along to the property managers to discuss with the homeowners. I apologize again for the issues you experienced and hope you will consider renting Henson again in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Diana T.
11 Oct, 2021
Wonderful place to stay. Had a great time...
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Besides a few roaches it was a great place. Love the shower outside..
Diana T.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2022
Diana - Wonderful to hear you enjoyed Henson! Sounds like you had a run in with one of our "locals". Unfortunately, palmetto bugs are prone to this area due to being to close to paradise. No worries! This property and many others are sprayed monthly to help prevent these unwanted visitors from making themselves at home. Thank you so much for allowing Henson to host your beach vacation! We're looking forward to your return to paradise soon!
Great Lil cottage walking distance to Carolina Beach (to the left). Has a breakfast sandwich take out half a block, good quick morning eats. Would like a little more sound proofing between floors. I was on the bottom floor, which has a nice covered front porch and swing. Plenty of room to have a family sit and eat outside. Would stay again, except we missed our dog. A no pet property.
Joanye P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2022
Wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay, Joanye! We appreciate you choosing to rent with our company and we hope to host you again on your next trip to paradise!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Marion, IL
23 Aug, 2021
Wonderfully relaxing 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:
This was our second year staying in Henson lower and we really enjoy our time there. The unit is very well-maintained, the kitchen is well-equipped, and it's a great spot for a relaxing vacation. Easy walking distance to the beach and generous space for parking behind the unit are also pluses.
A guest from Marion, IL
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May, 2022
Welcome back Laurie! We're thrilled to have oyu stay at Henson yet again! Thank you for allowing us to host your beach retreat! Looking forward to your return to paradise soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John B.
14 Jun, 2021
The beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Good stay
John B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2021
John - Wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Henson!Thank you for allowing us to host your beach getaway! Looking forward to your next retreat.
It was what we were looking for and more. Enjoyed the community.
barry h.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2022
Wonderful to hear you enjoyed your stay, Barry! We appreciate you choosing to rent with our company and we hope to host you again on your next trip to paradise!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Barry T.
10 Oct, 2020
Family fishing trip
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 contract stated that beds would be made, but they were not.
Barry T.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2020
Thanks for letting us know, Barry. We will look into what happened. Hope the fishing was good! Visit again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matthew C.
6 Oct, 2020
best vacation home we've been to!
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:
It was amazing, everything we we needed was there, the house is perfect, very close to the water, one week is just not enough, wish we could have stayed, we love the beach especially when your in a great house!!
Matthew C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Diana T.
5 Oct, 2020
Great escape at carolina beach
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:
We had a wonderful time. The cottage was in a perfect spot to a lot. Will go back again....
Diana T.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May, 2022
Come again anytime! Thanks, Diana!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
GAYE S.
4 Aug, 2020
Love Carolina Beach!
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 is our third year to stay with our family. Renting the whole house is perfect for our 8 adults and 4 children. Access to the beach, outdoor shower all add to the wonderful week.
GAYE S.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2022
Welcome back and so glad you enjoyed the home again! We look forward to hosting you again next year!
It was clean, charming and conveniently located. Spacious and well equipped. Would recommend and stay again.
siri e.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Wonderful! That's what we love to hear!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John P.
25 Sept, 2019
Love the front porch. Presently surprised
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:
Would stay here again
John P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your review! Hope to see you again soon!!
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