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True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream

Apartment near Carolina Beach in Carolina Beach

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a wall adorned with travel-themed artwork.
A white building with green shutters, a wooden deck, and a covered porch.
A marina with docks, boats, and a clear sky.
A living room with a sectional sofa, ottoman, and two hexagonal wall shelves.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a wooden countertop, and a built-in dishwasher.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Snow’s Cut Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Four Hounds Distilling
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

In Carolina Beach .Within a 15-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Carolina Beach State Park. Four Hounds Distilling and Federal Point History Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Snow’s Cut Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Federal Point History Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Four Hounds Distilling - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Preacher's Kitchin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream

Summary:

True North is an outdoor adventurer’s perfect location! A newly renovated condo in the Compass Bend complex located right next to the Snow’s Cut Boat Ramp. Just a short walk to the Carolina Beach State Park that has plenty of hiking/biking trails. It’s also an easy bike ride to several beach accesses and the charming Carolina Beach Boardwalk. (2 Bikes Provided!) With plenty of unique shops, restaurants, and sights, Pleasure Island provides a long list of things to see or do!



The Space:

Newly renovated with modern conveniences. Blue tooth speakers, Smart TVs in both the bedroom and den areas. The drink fridge is the coolest!



One bedroom loft space with a King Bed.

Queen Sleeper Sofa in the Den.



Full kitchen set up with anything you need to make a meal and a beverage station that satisfies everyone’s tastes.



Ample onsite parking spaces and can accommodate boat trailers. If bringing a boat please get clear instructions on how to park in the parking lot prior to your arrival.



2 Adult Bicycles available for your use.



2 Beach Chairs provided.



Pet friendly for a slight fee. No size or breed restrictions but please limit to two animals. Please message the host when making your reservation for more information.



The Neighborhood:

Condo building is located in a beautiful residential part of the island. Close to everything.



Other Things to Note:

This is a pet friendly unit. We maintain the highest standards of cleaning but anyone with animal allergies please be aware.



Again, this is not a beach side property. It is a very short bike ride to the beach access. Bike and golf cart rentals are available. There is also a golf cart taxi that can take you back and forth for $5 per person. All local business information is in our guest info book.



We are local and can be easily reached.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pet deposit required prior to check-in. Contact host for details.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
True A & Boat Lover's Dream
True North A Beach Boat Lover's Dream
True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream Carolina Beach
True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions

How close is True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream to the airport?

This apartment is 18.5 mi (34-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream to the beach?

This apartment is 3.2 mi (8-min drive) from Carolina Beach and 19.3 mi (44-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream to downtown Carolina Beach?

This apartment is 1.4 mi away from Carolina Beach.

True North - A Beach & Boat Lover's Dream Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, cute decor, great communication from the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Boat trip

Perfect location for our boat trips !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

True north

The owners are very attentive! The place is adorable and great location. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Residence was perfect, more than plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True North is a destination! It has everything you’ll need and is close to great restaurants and shopping. It’s nice and cozy with all the space you and your fur babies will need. We’ll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place and location

The condo was very nice and clean.It was also in a great location.The host had thought of everything and they’re were a lot of nice touches like snacks and coffee.We had a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summary

We loved how roomy yet cozy it was. Perfect for two people and would definitely go again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing getaway

Me and my husband live taking what we call our daycations just getting away from our busy work life this was an amazing relaxing trip the rental was by far perfect we will definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our weekend stay. A great pet friendly place with enough seclusion to feel you are away from the hustle and bustle of the commercial beach area but close enough to get there within just a few minutes. Owners make sure their guests are well taken care of and offer lots of amenities. Not a place for those who struggle with stairs but perfect for my husband , daughter, and I to to stay with our dog. So easy to walk the dog to the boat ramp and a short hop in the car to more dog friendly walking trails at Carolina Beach State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

The apartment was perfect for what we needed. We wanted to stay in a quiet laid back place for a few days and that's exactly what True North provided. Will definitely be back. And Amy and Brandon were so helpful and answered any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best ever!

How amazing is this !!! Clean clean clean !! It was perfect and enough space for me and my husband and pup. Communication with property owners were great, quick, and super friendly. Will def stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We hope to be back!!!

We absolutely LOVED this place. It was so cute and perfect for our little family. My husband and I couldn’t stop saying how cute it was. Very clean. Had everything you needed. Owners were super easy to communicate with and very hospitable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

True North is a true bargain.

True North was an awesome place. The owner was very helpful. We were very impressed with the area. The Snow's Cut boat ramp is just a short walk away. Carolina Beach State Park or the Carolina Beach Boardwalk is about a 6 minute drive away. You definitely get your money's worth with this location. We are already looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quiet place

Amy was very helpful the property was exactly as the listing made it sound. No surprises. Very quiet neighborhood with little traffic on the street. The condo was well stocked with all the essentials with close by shopping and restaurants. Will be looking to do it again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Trip! 10/10

We had such a great time staying at True North for the past few days. The space was perfect for me, my husband and our 2 dogs. The pictures are true to the space and I think it’s actually more spacious than I expected. The neighbors were friendly and the neighborhood is nice & quiet. It was nice to take the short walk to the boat ramp and enjoy the scenery. The check in/out process was very easy and efficient and we had great communication with the host. Thank you Amy & Brandon for our beautiful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway, not haunted, sorry ghost enthusiasts JK

We stayed here for our annual fishing trip. The place was clean, cute, and the owners were in touch but didn't hover. We loved the loft. We had an exciting first night when the humidity made one of the canvas prints fall off the wall. Sorry to report, no ghosts for ghost enthusiasts. Thanks for letting us stay at your place. We will be recommending this rental to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great stay at pleasure island

The condo was lovely. Our hosts were welcoming and helpful.They made us feel like family. From the lovely linens, to the tastefully decorated space. We received a book on where the nice places were to visit.The condo is only 10 minutes fr Kure Beach and 4 or 5 min to Carolina Beach. Shopping...a hop skip and a jump. My husband and the boys went fishing. Caught a few bass.Made his day. Plus theres a lovely walking boat dock behind the building. It was lovely at night. We'd go back there in a NY minute.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Little Hide Away

This was a super clean, updated, cozy little get away. The neighborhood was very quite....we loved all the boats turning at the corner to go to the boat ramp. It had everything we needed & our doggies loved it. Only two things I would like to mention is 1) There is some metal type holder sticking out of pole as you go up stairs closest to parking lot. With not much light, my mom ran right into it hard with her shoulder. You might want to get that taken down. Other is maybe more comfy chairs to sit in on the porch. Again we loved our stay and hope to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a nice condo and we had a nice trip, but there was an overwhelming odor of cigarettes in the unit (i think a neighbor was smoking indoors) and many of the dishes in the kitchen were left dirty when we arrived. When I arrived back at home, all of my clothes smelled of cigarette smoke after only 2 nights. I can't say I would consider booking here again- but it was not terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So glad we picked this place!

Hands down 6 stars! This was a much needed getaway for us, and was absolutely perfect for a beach weekend. The bikes were a HUGE perk, we literally didn't move the truck or pay for parking the whole weekend. All you need is a backpack and a small cooler and you're set for the beach. Walking or biking distance to the grocery store and Walgreens, beach, and restaurants. We so appreciated the water and snacks upon arrival, and checking in was super easy. The ice maker is awesome too! True North is immaculate, tastefully decorated and well maintained, and the location is perfect for beach, dining, shopping, boating. The neighbors are quiet and friendly. Parking is easy and convenient and the neighborhood is quiet. We do vacation rentals quite often to make a long distance military relationship work, and True North is absolutely on our list of top 3 stays. We will absolutely come back if we're in the area again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WFH Getaway

I decided to change the scenery for my WFH situation and packed my pup up and headed to Carolina Beach! True North was the perfect size and felt so much like home. The neighbors were super kind and the location made walking my dog even better. True North is not far from the marina where I spent most mornings and evenings. This condo does not sit on the beach, however it’s not far at all. While many people complain about paying for parking, I didn’t mind driving to the boardwalk to visit the beach. Amy is the best host and was highly communicative! I’m happy I got to experience their amazing property and hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

This place was very amazing and I will definitely be going back the owner communication was super awesome they were very accommodating to us and we will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Never Judge a Book by its Cover

This amazing little property was not only tastefully decorated but Had all the little things JIC you forgot! Amy and Brandon went above and beyond for us! We’ll be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

The rental was wonderful. Clean, cozy, great TV options, snacks etc. The trails right next to the dwelling is a wonderful surprise for both human and hound; the river is an added luxory. I wish the beach had been a bit closer, but having the state park right there was great. I recommend this rental to all! Thank you! heather and ollie
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

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