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Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk

Family-friendly stay near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Carolina Beach cottage, you'll find Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk

Welcome to your dream beach getaway at our charming and spacious cottage in the heart of Carolina Beach! Just one block from the ocean and iconic boardwalk, this beautifully updated coastal retreat offers the perfect blend of location, comfort, and charm.

Step onto the large, welcoming front porch—the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee, unwind after a beach day, or enjoy dinner al fresco under the glow of string lights. On Thursday nights, you’ll have a front-row seat to the island’s weekly fireworks show right from the porch—no crowds, just cozy vibes and a sky full of color.

Inside, you’ll find a bright and airy open layout with coastal-inspired decor, hardwood floors, and plenty of natural light. The living room offers plush seating, smart TVs, and high-speed WiFi for streaming or remote work. The fully stocked kitchen has everything you need to cook up a seaside feast, from pots and pans to coffee makers and wine glasses.

The bedrooms are thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation, with quality linens and ample storage. Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or as a couple, there’s plenty of space to spread out and make yourself at home.

After a day at the beach, rinse off in the private outdoor shower—one of the guest favorites—then enjoy a drink on the porch or head just a block over to the boardwalk for live music, local eats, and amusement rides during the summer season. The location truly can’t be beat: walk to the beach, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, boutiques, and even the seasonal farmers market.

Additional perks include free parking and central AC to keep you cool during those warm summer nights.

Whether you're here to soak up the sun, explore the island, or just kick back in a cozy, centrally located cottage, this is your perfect home base. Experience the magic of Carolina Beach with all the comforts of home—and a few special extras that make your stay unforgettable.

Book your perfect beach escape today—we can’t wait to host you! 🌊☀️🏖️

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties! A party will result in removal from the property w/ no refund. Guests required to sign rental agreement. Minimal renter age is 21 y.o.
Smoking in the home will result in a $400 fine. No local rentals allowed, unless approved by host. 3% CC surcharge on all bookings.
Check with us for pet friendly status and fee. No cats! 4WD is recommended in winter months; no refunds due to weather. Quiet hours: 10pm-8am

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $231 dog fee per stay for up to 2 dogs. Sorry no c

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk to the airport?

This cottage is 20.7 mi (35-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk to the beach?

This cottage is a short 6-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 2 mi (6-min drive) from Freeman Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk to downtown Carolina Beach?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/boardwalk Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicly updated bathrooms and spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

The house was very nice and a great location. Enjoyed our stay, however, there were wet towels in the dryer that we needed and wet rugs. And the towels that were folded at the sink were wet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Carolina Style

Awesome weekend in a great home. It is bigger than it appears! Great for 3 adult families with 2 kids. Walked to Christmas parade and to flotilla!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location is superb !

Overall, my family very satisfied our stay. Communication with the host was easy and without delays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

linda r.

Acceptable

No dining and living room to small. Longer walk to beach than expected. Lake was not what we expected
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for soccer tournament

We had a soccer tournament in Wilmington, and found this adorable house to stay at. This house was perfect! It was clean. It was in walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Loved the front porch. The girls had a great time around the kitchen counter playing various games. Would highly recommend and if we have another tournament in Wilmington would much rather stay here than a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable, Rooomy cottage.

Plenty of room for multiple adults. Quiet and clean. Great location as it was close to the beach, restaurants and local history sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

The property is amazing, the host is very nice

The host answers any questions right away, we lost power during the hurricane storm and she always checked on us, and always kept us updated! The place is amazing, and the host is very nice!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlynne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ruff life! Is just right!

Great location, comfortable beach stay for the whole family! Easy walk to boardwalk, public beach and restaurants. Biking to greenway was an additional treat. Host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Catch a baseball game with the family @ the Wilmington Sharks Nearby @ Legion Field! College baseball summer league fun is a fan delight.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break at Carolina Beach

Very cute and comfortable home. Fantastic location which let us enjoy the best aspects of Carolina Beach We would love to visit CB soon and would love to stay at this home again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location-beautiful home

This property was amazing. Comfy, beautifully furnished and superbly located. Our party of 6 had an.amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Conveniently located

My sister's family was visiting my wife and I in Raleigh and we decided that a visit to the beach was required. So a short drive left us with a day in Wilmington and some time at the beach. Cheaper than four hotel rooms, more spacious, more comfortable, and a full kitchen? This property was a no brainer. We were pleasantly surprised by how conveniently located this is. Walks to the beach, restaurants, and ice cream were very short. The beds were comfortable. We loved the shower in the front bedroom (large center ceiling rainfall head with separate wall mount spray head). The only negative about the house was an odd layout where you had to walk through one bedroom to get to another. Otherwise, the property is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vrolet D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The house was perfect for our big family. Clean and fully stocked. The location was great. Short walk to the beach and an awesome ice cream store on the corner.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Main house was great, and location was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Half Marathon stay

House was amazng. Very clean and updates were perfect. Wish we had more time to enjoy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years beach getaway

Very nice cottage, walking distance to everything! Safe neighborhood too. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

One of the most well-equipped houses we have ever rented. Very clean, convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place

What a fantastic property. Have stayed at many rentals in CB and this was my favorite by far. So much room, updated and well stocked with everything needed. Perfect location. Andrea is amazing, so nice and incredibly responsive. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily P., Charlotte, NC, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

House was exactly what we were looking for, super convenient for walking anywhere, a stones throw from the beach, not to mention immaculately clean! The front porch was the great for enjoying morning coffee, and relaxing at the end of the day. Andrea was so nice and very responsive, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenn O., Archbald, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home!

We loved are stay in your home. Thank you for allowing us to bring out dogs. It was truly a family vacation!. I was pleasantly surprised that you thought of giving a good start by providing items such as coffee, creamer, sugar, toilet paper etc so we did not have to run right out to the store on arrival. We had a long drive and it was nice just to get in the home and relax!. Your home was spotless and very comfortable. Slept great throughout our stay with comfy mattresses and bedding. The front porch was a big hit at night just to sit out side especially to watch the fireworks. I would strongly recommend staying here and hope to back again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a beach vacay!

We really enjoyed our week long stay at "The Ruff Life" cottage. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay with proximity to the beach mixed with the cozy property. It was clean and modern with so many thoughtful comforts provided by the property manager, including a kitchen fully stocked with dishes, cooking tools, and a electric skillet (just to name a few). The beds, sheets and towels were super cozy too! And, guys, rent the bikes ... It's so fun! We had a few very minor issues such as broken blinds in the kids room and a missing Roku remote in the master bedroom (but hey, those things are super easy to lose!) I would also advise the top bunk is only considered for very small children because it's a tight space. Andrea was super responsive before and during our stay. I actually called for info she already shared but zhe gracious and didn't make me feel like a dummy for missing it the first time. Overall, a wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

Nice, clean house, convenient location! Very nice, responsive host. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

House is great, we were in town for JeepJam and Andrea was very accommodating. Perfect location. Will be staying again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A., Raleigh nc

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Much bigger than it looks. Very clean and walking distance to everything! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021