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Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk

Vacation home near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

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A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy beach area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a central island with bar stools, and a herringbone-patterned backsplash.
A multi-story building with a spiral staircase, outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.
A multi-story building with balconies, a central staircase, and a garage area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81952 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Lake Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Carolina Beach vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Lake Park. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Mike Chappell Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬15 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.

Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk

Welcome to Stay Salty, a beautifully designed 4-bedroom vacation rental in Carolina Beach, NC featuring ocean views and a private rooftop deck. Just a short walk to beach access and the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, this spacious coastal home sleeps up to 8 guests and is perfect for families or group getaways looking for both comfort and location.

With multiple outdoor spaces, an open-concept layout, and plenty of room to gather, Stay Salty is designed for making memories—whether you're enjoying sunset views from the rooftop patio or heading out for a day on the beach just minutes away.

⭐ WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS HOME
- Rooftop deck with ocean views (rare + standout feature)
- Walk to beach in ~4 minutes
- Walk to boardwalk, restaurants & nightlife
- Perfect for groups (sleeps 8 comfortably)
- Open-concept layout for gathering
- Multiple outdoor spaces + backyard hangout area
- Outdoor shower + beach cart included

⭐ LIVING & GATHERING SPACES
The bright, open-concept main level is designed for easy group living, with comfortable seating, a large TV, and plenty of room to relax after a day at the beach.

Whether you're hanging out, playing games, or planning your next outing, this space makes it easy to stay connected.

⭐ KITCHEN & DINING
The modern kitchen is fully equipped for everything from quick breakfasts to full group dinners, with plenty of space to cook, prep, and gather.

The dining area and bar seating make it easy for everyone to come together.

⭐ BEDROOM LAYOUT
- Primary Suite – Queen + spa-style ensuite
- Bedroom 2 – Queen
- Bedroom 3 – Queen
- Bedroom 4 – Queen

⭐ OUTDOOR LIVING
This is what makes Stay Salty stand out:
- Rooftop deck with ocean views
- Private deck off the primary bedroom
- Backyard hangout space with pergola + lighting
- Grill + outdoor seating

Perfect for sunset drinks, late-night hangs, and relaxing between beach trips

⭐ LOCATION
You’re in one of the most convenient spots in Carolina Beach:
- 4-minute walk to beach access
- Walk to the Boardwalk, shops, and restaurants
- Britt’s Donuts, coffee shops, and local favorites nearby
- Summer events, fireworks, and live music

⭐ PERFECT FOR:
- Friend groups
- Multi-couple trips
- Families with older kids
- Guests who want walkability + fun + flexibility


⭐ Extras & Convenience:
- Parking for up to 4 vehicles
- Rolling beach cart provided for easy trips to the shore
- Linens provided (sheets, towels, pillows, blankets)

⭐ Important Information:
- Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM
- No smoking, no pets
- Must be 25+ to rent

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,952 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
2512-189713
New Construction Gorgeous 4 Bedroom Home
New Construction Gorgeous 4 Bedroom Home With Roof top Deck!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.2 mi (36-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 1.5 mi (3-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk to downtown Carolina Beach?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Stay Salty - Rooftop Deck, Walk to Beach and Boardwalk Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clay E.

Really good stay

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 definitely stay again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful and Relaxing

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: House and everything at house was great. We walked to the beach, downtown, around the lake and boardwalk. The Dive had great food, we ate there twice. We will be back!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas p.

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

Great family vacation

Place was fantastic! Weather was rough, however, accommodations made up for it. Location was great as we walked everywhere. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to go to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Great stay!

The house was great and exactly as advertised. Surrounding area and beach were easily walkable. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Amazing place to stay

Property is close to the beach, restaurants/bars & shops. The property is great: awesome house, relaxing patio area w/ grill. We just love it, definitely our annual friend-cation spot for many more years to come!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HALEY C.

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

Great beach house!

Rented this beach house for a long weekend family vacation, and it was perfect! Plenty of room for 8 adults and 1 toddler. Rooms were just as pictured, and very clean. Great location and parking also.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

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

Stay Salty Vacation April 2025

Great place to stay. Outdoor area was nice. Kitchen stocked nicely with plates, pots, pans, etc. Beds very comfortable and bathrooms nice. Appreciated they had enough hangars in closet to hang all our clothes.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

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

Best golden birthday ever!

This was the perfect place for me and my friends to stay and help celebrate my golden birthday! The house was perfect for all of us and was so close to the beach!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey N.

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

Family Beach trip

Our family stayed at this home this past week. We were overall very happy with this property, the location was great, a short 10 minute walk to beach and short drive to boardwalk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip e.

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

Wonderful!

The property was very clean and close proximity to restaurants and the beach. It was a short drive to nearby Wilmington.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

A great home getaway!

Overall, it is as a good experience! The house was clean and furnished nicely! Loved that the beach was within walking distance as well as a few good places to eat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy T.

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

Beautiful Home Close to public beach access

Beautiful home. Kitchen had everything we needed. Close to beach public access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbie T.

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

4th July vac

Beautiful home very spacious
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect location, even bigger than you think!

This place is huge! Seriously the pictures don’t do it justice. It is in the perfect location, and perfect to have a lot of people (we had 7 adults) that aren’t on top of one another. We had a wedding in Wilmington and it was a short uber ride in. The beach is right down the road, so is a Publix and a bunch of restaurants. We’ve already talked about coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Carolina Beach Annual Vaca

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: This is the second year that we have stayed here and I absolutely love this house. The location is perfect for the beach, walking the neighborhood, walking to the Saturday farmers market, etc.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

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

Great house

This was a great house, we enjoyed our stay. It was very well stocked with everything needed in the kitchen, most places don’t do a great job making sure there’s plenty of kitchen items. It was clean and decorated nicely. Another thing that was nice was that we could adjust the thermostat 😂 we stayed at a few places and the owner wouldn’t let us adjust the air so that was quite terrible. It’s also within walking distance of the beach, a few restaurants and an organic coffee place that was really great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta D.

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

4th of July Family Stay

David was very responsive to messages. Check-in directions were emailed 3 days prior and easy to follow. The house was very spacious, well-maintained, and clean. and the kitchen is well stocked with all the essentials plus a Keurig and blender. The house also comes with puzzles and games and a large kitchen table to gather. Public beach access is less than a 5 minute walk to Spartanburg Ave and the Boardwalk area has tons of restaurants, entertainment, and small shops. We watched the Carolina Beach fireworks show from the 2nd floor balcony and rooftop.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon M.

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

Family VaCa

The house was great location for the beach. I was disappointed there was so little seating in the living area. Only one sofa didn't accommodate my family. It would also have nice if there had been more dishes and not so heavy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

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

Carolina Beach - December 2022

Overall, we had a wonderful stay at Pura Vida in Carolina Beach. The property was well appointed, in a great location, and very clean. The unit looks exactly like the pictures. It worked great for 2 families and the open floor plan of the main living area was a great place to hang out. My only minor complaint is that there was no bar/bath soap supplied (be sure to bring your own) and there was only 1 bath towel per person,
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Family Graduation Event

Open concept is spacious and roomy with two stories and an upper stair balcony for star gazing and sunsets. Great outdoor seating with shower with lunch tables and couches and a small grill. walking distance to the beach. If you have issues with climbing stairs than be aware there are stairs here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

Awesome house, location and 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: We loved staying at Pura Vida. The pictures did not do it justest for showing how light, open and spacious it was. Tons of outside areas to enjoy, well equipped kitchen, easy walk to beach. Property was well maintained and clean. Loved to walk or bike to area events. Easy walk to area where the carnival rides were located. Quiet and peaceful too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

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

Family Vacation

The property was beautiful. The kitchen was very spacious, and we did not feel crowded while we were in there. It was a very short walk to the beach. The bedrooms are all very nice and accommodating. The balcony areas are very nice as well as the other outdoor space with the grill area. The bed or the frame in the first floor guest area off the kitchen needs updated or replaced. Noisy with the slightest movement. The extra beach, chairs, and beach Kurt provided was a nice addition. We would highly recommend this property and would stay here again.We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Donniette H.

April 2023 Stay

Property was very accommodating, tastefully decorated and conveniently located to attractions. Extremely disappointed that the management team didn’t covey the construction activity across the street. We were unable to take advantage of any outdoor spaces (which was a major reason this property was chosen). We should have been informed and offered other comparable properties. Items in unit that need attention: Light over oven needs replacing Closet door in upstairs back bedroom doesn’t open on right side. Master bath shower heads are desperately in need of cleaning. Water barely trickles out. Something brown on pocket door in master bathroom. I think we should be offered a rebate or something for the inconvenience we endured. Open to discussion. Thanks Donniette Hughes
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Tevis Vacation June 2024

We have been coming to Carolina Beach/Kure Beach for years and this was our first time staying at this location. This house well exceeded our expectations! The surrounding neighbors/houses were all very quiet which made relaxing on the 3 decks very easy. The sunrise view from the rooftop deck was stunning. The house was immaculate and beautifully decorated. We were able to walk everywhere, (boardwalk/beach/restaurants/the lake) easily from this location even with small children. We are already planning our next trip back to this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Pura Vida equals blissful vacation life

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: Beautiful clean home with lots of space! Comfortable beds and easy walking distance to the beach and downtown Carolina Beach. I would definitely recommend this townhouse!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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