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Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool!
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11
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Carolina Beach, NC
- Place, Carolina Beach6 min walk
- Place, Kure Beach2 min drive
- Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk3 min drive
- Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Primary Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Upscale 4 BR Duplex with a Pool!
Plan your next vacation to "Hooked On Swordfish"! This upscale four bedroom, three bath duplex has everything you need for a memorable beach vacation. Just three short blocks to the ocean, you can enjoy fun days at the beach and relax by the pool in the evening.
The main level has a well-equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, a spacious living and a dining room that leads out to your private deck overlooking the pool. The third level is where you will find the primary bedroom suite with King bed, spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and an additional bedroom with Queen bed and bath. The first floor has a street side bedroom with a Double bed and pyramid bunk bed (Twin over Double) and an additional Queen bedroom with private deck.
"Hooked on Swordfish" shares a fenced in pool with the duplex. For larger family groups that would like to be close to one another please ask about renting the adjoining unit, "Southern Swordfish", for a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms!
While vacationing in Carolina Beach, be sure to check out the Boardwalk area, where you will find shops, restaurants and the summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music. Watch the fishermen come in with the catch of the day at the marina or dine out with the family. Only a few miles south to the Ft. Fisher Historic Museum, the Civil War battleground and the NC Aquarium. Make plans to visit Carolina Beach today!
*Please keep in mind that if you are renting a property with a pool during the off-season, it may not be open or available. Pools are usually open from mid- May to September, but dates can vary based on weather, permits, HOA guidelines, inspections, improvements, and unforeseen events. For more detailed information on specific pools, please feel free to contact our office.
Occupancy: 11
Stay Requirements: Friday to Friday rental in summer. Minimum of two night stay in other seasons.
Bedding Configuration: 1 King, 2 Queens, 1 Full, 1 Pyramid Bunk Bed (Twin over Full)
Parking: Parking for three vehicles - one under carport, two driveway
Prohibited: Boat Trailers, Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Pets, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Amenities: Communal Pool, Outdoor Shower, Keyless Entry
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 “C236 – Hooked on Swordfish” as a vacation rental.
The main level has a well-equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, a spacious living and a dining room that leads out to your private deck overlooking the pool. The third level is where you will find the primary bedroom suite with King bed, spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and an additional bedroom with Queen bed and bath. The first floor has a street side bedroom with a Double bed and pyramid bunk bed (Twin over Double) and an additional Queen bedroom with private deck.
"Hooked on Swordfish" shares a fenced in pool with the duplex. For larger family groups that would like to be close to one another please ask about renting the adjoining unit, "Southern Swordfish", for a total of 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms!
While vacationing in Carolina Beach, be sure to check out the Boardwalk area, where you will find shops, restaurants and the summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music. Watch the fishermen come in with the catch of the day at the marina or dine out with the family. Only a few miles south to the Ft. Fisher Historic Museum, the Civil War battleground and the NC Aquarium. Make plans to visit Carolina Beach today!
*Please keep in mind that if you are renting a property with a pool during the off-season, it may not be open or available. Pools are usually open from mid- May to September, but dates can vary based on weather, permits, HOA guidelines, inspections, improvements, and unforeseen events. For more detailed information on specific pools, please feel free to contact our office.
Occupancy: 11
Stay Requirements: Friday to Friday rental in summer. Minimum of two night stay in other seasons.
Bedding Configuration: 1 King, 2 Queens, 1 Full, 1 Pyramid Bunk Bed (Twin over Full)
Parking: Parking for three vehicles - one under carport, two driveway
Prohibited: Boat Trailers, Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Pets, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Amenities: Communal Pool, Outdoor Shower, Keyless Entry
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 “C236 – Hooked on Swordfish” as a vacation rental.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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
Wilmington Beach, a neighbourhood in Carolina Beach, is home to this holiday home. Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach State Park. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Carolina Beach, NC
What's nearby
- Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Carolina Beach Lake Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Kure Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- Kure Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Island Burgers And Bites - 4 min drive
- Nollie's Taco Joint - 4 min drive
- The Sandspur - 3 min drive
- Crush & Grind - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
20 Jul, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maddie D.
18 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maddie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Terra S.
30 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terra S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katrine
25 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Katrine
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Jimeere F.
25 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jimeere F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Barry S.
14 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barry S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joe L.
27 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Joe L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brandon H.
5 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay/work
Brandon H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Timisha W.
14 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious!
Timisha W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jeff s.
20 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FAMILY GET AWAY
jeff s.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian N.
8 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Brian N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dixie F.
13 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay , everything was clean and accessible !
Dixie F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jienna P.
1 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Jienna P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lee C.
20 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful duplex with private pool
Lee C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ian B.
24 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Trip
Ian B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenya J.
3 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NYE 2021
Kenya J.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Christina H.
24 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax and Recharge
Christina H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Roger P.
4 Oct, 2022
Birthday
Roger P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
carley r.
2 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
carley r.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
J C.
3 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach vac
J C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
8 Jun, 2022
Hooked On Swordfish Carolina Beach
Karen R.
Verified
8/10 Good
Amy L.
22 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy L.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
loriegessler
15 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Carolina beach, Swordfish
loriegessler
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Becky L.
30 May, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not really an upscale experience


Becky L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Loherminia C.
17 May, 2022
Weekend getaway
Loherminia C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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