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Charming and historic beach cottage on North End!

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Interior
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
Carolina Beach, NC
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Seaside stay .You'll find Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk within a 15-minute walk of this Carolina Beach vacation home. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Freeman Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Pelican - ‬18 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 and historic beach cottage on North End!

*On May 27, 2025 we became aware that this property is being affected by nearby construction.  You may experience unpleasant environmental factors such as noise, vibrations, and even light pollution during your stay during hours of permitted construction which are outlined as 8:00AM – 6:00PM, Monday through Saturday.  We deeply regret the inconvenience but appreciate your kind understanding that these factors are not under the control of the homeowners or our management company.

Visit Carolina Beach and enjoy “The Simple Life”. This one bedroom, one-bathroom single family home encompasses the classic, cozy Carolina Beach charm.

As you approach the property, you will be greeted by a darling front porch perfect for drinking coffee in the morning or for writing country songs as “The Bones” of the house have heard before. The open concept living room has a sleeper sofa for an occupancy of up to four guests. The beadboard walls carry throughout the property and flow into the bench seating in the dining room. The kitchen has all the essentials including a butcher block island. The King bed is nestled next to the kitchen area. The full bathroom is covered in beautiful varying shades of blue tile to create a coastal feel.

Don't miss a spectacular sunrise, the awesome donuts at Britt's, watching for playful dolphins, Thursday night fireworks on the beach or the Farmer's Market at the Lake. You'll want to immerse yourself in the myriad of activities offered on Pleasure Island. If it rains, head down south the Fort Fisher Aquarium, or check out the historical site. Maybe you want to take a ferry ride over to Southport for the day, or perhaps go hiking in the maritime forest of Carolina Beach State Park.

Occupancy: 4
Stay Requirements: Three-night minimum in summer. Minimum two night stay other seasons.
Bedding Configuration: 1 King, 1 Sleeper Sofa
Parking: Parking for 1 vehicle.
Pet Policy: Pet Policy: Dogs welcome as an optional add-on for this property with a non-refundable fee of $250 + tax that is charged per pet. Maximum of 2 dogs per reservation. Charge will be added after booking when the option to bring a pet and number of pets are selected. Nonrefundable fees are listed in the House Rules and animals must be disclosed via the Rental Agreement. Fees are not included automatically when booking on VRBO and must be paid separately to the host if you wish to bring a pet(s). Failure to disclose and prepay for dogs will result in penalty fees which are disclosed in House Rule #16.

Prohibited: Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Boat Trailers, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Amenities: 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 “C272 – The Simple Life” as a vacation rental.

Property manager

Bryant Real Estate

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! to the airport?

This vacation home is 21 mi (36-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 2.9 mi (7-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming and historic beach cottage on North End!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming and historic beach cottage on North End!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming and historic beach cottage on North End!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! to downtown Carolina Beach?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Charming and historic beach cottage on North End! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness

I hate to share the secret

Rustic on the outside. Bright and efficient small space inside. I was there for 2 weeks and hated to leave.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last beach trip

This trip was our last trip as a family of three before our new baby arrives in just two more weeks Anna it was the perfect spot for us to stay, very peaceful, in a good area, and close to everything we needed to get to if we needed! We had a great time relaxing at the house for most of the trip and I wouldn’t change anything about it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi L B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simple Life

Very Enjoyable and simple. We We enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Beach cottage

Very nice little spot super close to the beach loved the yard. Great location and iverall experience, will definitely be coming back to this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Shack Ri La

I Wanted to spend a week at the beach with just me and the doggo. I gave this stay a high rating but there are some things to know going in: 1. It’s an old house. It’s stood the test of time, but just barely. 2. It’s a vibe. You’ve just kind of gotta lean into the quirks. 3. The place is a 20 second walk to the beach and 15 minute brisk walk to the boardwalk. That cannot be understated. 4. If you sit on the porch, you will notice people kind of stare at the place as they walk by. Just wave and own it. 5. The outdoor beach rinse off situation leaves a lot to be desired. 6. The lot is huge for beach standards. Plenty of space for your dog to find the perfect pee spot. 7. If intruders are a big worry for you, this place may not feel air tight. But the surrounding area feels really safe. As a woman staying by herself, I had no trouble falling asleep. 8. The AC works great. The bed and couch are comfy. 9. The bathroom is tight. I mean airplane tight. But it was clean. 10. 2 blocks from the north end coffee shop. Hits.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Gladis H.

Stay

Location was excellent. Saw some cockroaches, pans and grill dirty. The carpet was not clean properly, full of pet hair.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023