Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Lake Park. Also, Carolina Beach Arcade is within half a mile (1 km) and Carolina Beach Boardwalk is within 2 miles (3 km).
Carolina Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
Freeman Park - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min walk
Ocean Grill - 10 min walk
El Cazador 2 - 11 min walk
Britt's Donut Shop - 13 min walk
Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
"Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA!
"Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3 managed by Dale and Salt Water Real Estate may be just the home away from home you are looking for! "Vitamin Sea Suites" are a collection of zero- and one-bedroom cozy condo's that are a stroll from our sandy shores, a short walk to downtown CB, and all the sea sights, sounds, and experiences you are looking for!
Pleasure Island (Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher) has become a RAPIDLY increasing vacation (and full-time!) destination for the East coast and beyond for many reasons. It’s a family-oriented beach with a touch of everything one might be looking for! It’s an AMAZING place to visit, live, and never leave!
The suite is in the heart of Carolina Beach and walking distance to downtown and everything that is has to offer. In Carolina Beach you’ve got the boardwalk, restaurants, and local shops of all kinds. If you like adventures, the marina is also there where you can take an offshore fishing trip, diving excursion, or party boat out for a sunset sail. Camping more your thing? Bring the 4X4 and drive (and camp) on the beach at Freeman Park, located on the North End of the island.
You can also head down to Kure Beach and fish directly off their fishing pier complete with bait, tackles, and more! The Carolina Beach Lake is nearby, hosting a weekly Farmer’s Market every Saturday and FIREWORKS every Thursday. We welcome you to sit back, relax and enjoy yourselves because that's exactly what the beach is for!
These suites are a mixture of the original “period” construction and old-world charm, a kiss of shabby-chic modernity, and today’s technology because hey, there’s got to be something for everyone! Each suite has its own distinct traits, quirks, and characteristics. Above all else, it should feel like your “home away from home” while vacationing with us on our Island!
The entry to this 0 bedroom, 1 bath suite opens into a newly furnished family room combined with an open dining area and fully equipped kitchen (stove oven, refrigerator). The kitchen is stocked will all the basic cooking and dining utensils one can expect (plates, bowls, cups, silverware, etc.). In addition, there is a microwave, toaster, coffer maker and blender ready to help make yourself at home (while on Vacay!).
A few of the amenities provided by your Owners include courtesy large shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel left in the bathroom of each bath as well. Also, a roll of TP in each bathroom, 1 roll of PT in the kitchen, 2 garbage bags per garbage, laundry pods, dishwasher pods, dryer sheets, hand soap, dish soap, a sponge, coffee, tea, and pure cane sugar in each kitchen. Additional items are likely on sight as well!
The unit's TWO FULL bed's consists of either a plush luxury mattress or a new encased 8” memory foam/cooling gel composition mattress because we want all of our guests to be comfortable when it comes time to recharge.
There is one smart TV in each suite to utilize one's personal subscriptions (such as Netflix or Hulu) along with a WIFI computer connection for when it's time to sit back and enjoy some movies or shows after a long day at the beach!
We equip each suite with its own combination of books, games, and misc. accessories to help cover the basis for our guests to enjoy themselves in rain or shine. Sometimes however, these items are removed from the suite and not replaced, and we do not always realize it (tsk tsk!). If you notice something we’ve bragged about missing please let us know!
The OUTDOOR SHOWER AND PATIO: is located on the lower right of the building to help get that sand off of those toes, and share with your two neighbors!
The SUITE: Guests have full access to their own private SUITE (never shared) along with a portion of a respective deck, patio, or balcony.
PARKING: Each reservation will have access to (1) ONE 8'x14' assigned parking space. Suite two parks in the main lot off of Lake Park S while suites 3 and 4 must use CB ave S and park atop the property. Guests driving "oversized vehicles" (from SUVs to pickups) may have issues fitting comfortably.
•Closest BEACH access: Lake Public Beach Access (Lake Drive).
I will be available for check-in and general assistance until 8PM EST. Anything with the exception of an emergency (ie. flood, fire, or another *safety* related risk sent to Maintenance) will be responded to ASAP the following day :)
Pleasure Island is a coastal barrier island in Southeastern North Carolina, USA just south of the City of Wilmington. Pleasure Island is located within Federal Point Township, in New Hanover County. The coastal resort towns of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, as well as the annexed communities of Wilmington Beach and Hanby Beach are located on the island. The building itself is one row away from the ocean, and one row from Carolina Beach Lake. The property is set under a block from downtown Carolina Beach with its shops, activities, and dining.
Carolina Beach is a mix of friendly locals, snowbirds, and vacationers all looking to escape the inland and enjoy the sand, surf, and sun. We truly have an amazing community! Carolina Beach and the surrounding neighborhoods offer an array of sights and activities to enjoy while here. Some of these examples are (but not limited to) a subtle beach hike through Carolina Beach State Park, Fishing on the Kure Beach Pier, kayaking to one of the many islands surrounding the Intracoastal Waterway, watching canons blast during a historical reenactment at the Fort Fisher State Historic Site, or petting some Sting Rays at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. This doesn’t even include the aweing scenery of Airlie Gardens, and our very own battleship (USS NC) in Wilmington! Perhaps more relaxing and less “adventure” is your speed? Our own local Brewery (Good Hops) along with a round of Frisbee golf may be what the doctor ordered!
There isn’t anywhere or anything on our Island that isn’t accessible with foot power. Downtown Carolina Beach has several vendors such as Tony Silvagni’s Surf School @ 308 S Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 (bicycles, paddleboards, surfboards, kayaks, chairs, and umbrellas) for rent as an alternative to walking or driving. There's Sun Fun Rentals @1204 N Lake Park Blvd Unit F Carolina Beach, NC 28428. Taxi’s (local golf cart taxi’s) and Uber’s are also generally available for an assist when needed as well throughout the island! You can catch a Ferry to Southport in Kure Beach @ 2422 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach which leads to another ferry to Bald Head Island where NO CARS are allowed at all!
After all, you won’t catch many locals going OTB! (Over The Bridge). Everything you need is right here!
•Salt Water Real Estate has partnered with the absolute best vendors our Island has to offer to help ensure guests can spend more time enjoying themselves and less time researching! Our partners include the Tony Silvagni Surf School for professional surf lessons, bicycle, umbrella and chair rentals, Hot Ticket Fishing Charters, Salty Dog Yoga, Beachside Express Services, Amy’s Rise N Shine, and Griffin Cleaning and linens. Our partners support guests of Salt Water Real Estate with the highest caliber of local services for extremely competitive and oft discounted pricing.
•Linens (Sheets, bath towels, wash cloths pillowcases, wash cloths, bathmats) ARE included as part of the rental here (excluding beach towels which can be rented through scrubandgo@griffinscleaning dot org. If requiring extra or non-included linens, please reach out to Griffin Cleaning Services who is a partner with SWRE and will assist in any way possible! Please make sure all linens are placed in the basket or hamper before your departure! Please let all BED LINENS on the beds remain on the beds for our TEAM to take care of! A sincere thanks for your help and we hope that YOU have an AMAZING ADVENTURE!
Alternative Parking:
Carolina Beach
•The Town of Carolina Beach offers multiple public parking options to visitors and residents on a FIRST COM-FIRST SERVE basis. Town-operated parking is open year round and paid parking is enforced March 1st - October 31st from 9AM - 8PM. Parking fees restart each morning during enforcement hours for all of the Town's parking lots and on-street parking spaces.
•PARKING RATES: *(Parking rates are approved annually and are subject to change) March 1st - October 31st, 9AM - 8PM Parking Lots $ 6/hour or $25/day Premium Parking Lots $ 7/hour or $35/day Bus, Limo, and oversized vehicle $10/hour or $40/day On-Street Parking: Without Time Restrictions $ 5/hour With Time Restrictions $ 5/hour Weekly Parking Permits $100 Available for purchase at Town Hall, the Parking Office (open 7 days a week) and online.
•ALL suites are non-smoking (including vaping) and a heavy cleaning/repair charge can result if not adhered to. This includes porches, decks, balconies, and walkways. Please smoke well away from any SWRE property unless willing to risk the potential loss of deposit or more.
• SWRE contractual quiet hours begin at 9:00pm EST. Town ordinance may allow more latitude with regards to noise (11:00pm) but our expectations are to help ensure all guests, locals, and neighbors alike have an enjoyable experience.
•NO BBQing on ANY decks or porches. This is a huge fire hazard and is fineable by the town (as is removing batteries from any smoke or co2 alarms). We work extremely hard to keep all our guests safe, and sometimes that takes teamwork!
•Please always consider TRAVEL INSURANCE from your respective booking site or vendor to help protect your costs in case of inclement weather or last-minute travel complications (court, illness, etc.). These items are NOT refundable scenarios unless the property itself is compromised. If that does happen, we will do our absolute best to find you alternative housing. - 21 minimum
Property manager
Dale
Languages
English
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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
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Recycling
Unit size: 250 square feet
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
No pets allowed
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 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
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, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vitamin Sea Suites Suite 3
"Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3 Apartment
"Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3 Carolina Beach
"Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3 Apartment Carolina Beach
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Frequently asked questions
How close is "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! to the airport?
This apartment is 21.1 mi (37-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! to the beach?
This apartment is a short 1-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 1.7 mi (3-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA!?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA!?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is "Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! to downtown Carolina Beach?
This apartment is 0.5 mi away from Carolina Beach.
"Vitamin Sea Suites" suite 3: Downtown and a short walk to the SEA! Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 44 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 44 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
9.0/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
4.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Kim S.
Apr 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay
We enjoyed our stay and would stay again. Parking was a little tight because the person in the other unit had a larger truck. The connecting door to the next unit caught us off guard too but it was not an issue! The neighbors were not loud at all. This was a great find and all you need for a short get away. We loved being just a few steps from the beach and a few blocks from all the Carolina Beach stores, shops, and restaurants. We would recommend this place to anyone and will look for its availability in the future.
Kim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Karla Jaymes G.
Apr 6, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location
Overall it was in a great location and walking distance to the beach and a lot of local restaurants. However the parking was not made very clear so I parked in the wrong spot and was yelled at by a neighbor. After help from a person working in the office I was finally pointed in the right direction. The host responded way later which kinda sucked. The property had a very bad smell, the toilet was dirty with black mildew and needed to have the bowl scrubbed, red fingers prints on the wall of the shower, no fire detector, No way to make coffee no reusable k cup and digging out of a jar seemed very unsanitary. I think the worst part was the fact there was no sink in the bathroom and the sink in the kitchen had toothpaste that was spit out by previous guest. Not really sure what the cleaning fee was for considering the place barely looked clean and I had to make the beds and take out the trash which was fine. The only issue with that was there was no trash can behind the building like I was told so I had to drive it to a gas station before I left. Lastly the beds were soooooo uncomfortable my 10 year old and I were up all night and if you have any back problems don’t pick this place. I wish I could speak better of this place but I just can’t.
Karla Jaymes G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angie H.
Sep 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay in Suite 3!
The online description is right on. This was our 2nd stay here &we will return. I was saddened to here of the flooding after we left. Our best wishes for all affected.
Angie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
2/10 Terrible
Hannah Marie S.
Sep 15, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hannah Marie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terri L.
Aug 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Terri L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Junie B.
Jun 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Short get away great low key location
Nice little place for a short getaway
Junie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
claire r.
May 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A needed rest & relax by Mother Ocean
I needed some time to chill & reset. This was a perfect spot for me & I'm sure I will return. The maintenance man came @ night to help fix a/c, then put in a new one when old one wasn’t fixable.
Both Carol & her associate were friendly & accommodating. I had an enjoyable time.
claire r.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Dallas
Traveled with partner
May 8, 2024
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a one-room unit with a single bathroom. No bathroom sink. The only sink is is a kitchen sink!
Pros:
* Perfect for two spending most time outdoors
* Two-minute walk to Lake Drive beach access
* Convenient bike ride/walk to everything: the Lake Park, restaurants and a cool little Indy Veggie Wagon grocer with gluten-free, vegetarian options.
Cons:
* Old, nasty-looking toilet seat
* Dead batteries in TV remote and no lightbulb in the only lamp in the room
Both are considered "something very basic" things about which we could email maintenance and they'd drop it off "within 24 hours." We emailed about the batteries. No one ever responded.
* We experienced an "appearance of periodic bugs" on two consecutive nights when a two- inch-cockroach wandered into the room.
Salt Water real estate considers this reportable only "if there seems to be an excess." Sorry, one huge cockroach is too many!
* In-room booklet provided incorrect WIFI network name.
* Indoor and outdoor lighting came on automatically, the latter attracting flying insects on the porch.
This property charges a substantial cleaning fee for a room the size of a walk-in closet. Visible dust bunnies were hanging from the ceiling in a corner above the refrigerator.
Dallas
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara H.
Aug 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
Great value and location!
Sara H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient and relaxing
Everything was very clean, it’s right at the beach, the place has everything we needed. We will definitely be back!
Jennifer J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
Jul 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just across the dune
Property just as described. Right across from the beach. Conveniently located within walking distance of most everything.
Kim B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
LaQuitta C.
Jun 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Between 2 Piers
Great location to everything food, pavilion, shopping & very easy access to the beach.
LaQuitta C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dickerson K.
Jun 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sons had a great time
Vacation for me and my two sons. Beach access is very convenient and 5 minute walk to boardwalk. Plenty of restaurants and things to do within a short drive. Perfect for us, and when my boys are happy so am I.
Dickerson K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P.
Nov 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little studio, excellent communication
You cannot beat this little place just steps from the beach for the price. Bed could use a new mattress, but it’s not horrible. Everything else makes up for it.
Jennifer P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
David M.
Nov 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Nice location, close to restaurants and stores.
As advertised, clean and well stocked.
Can't wait to return!
David M.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Donnie W.
Oct 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything We Needed!
The room was the perfect size for my sister and me. Room was very clean, beds were comfortable and no issues with the air conditioner. I loved having a code to get in the room and didn’t have to keep up with a key. We couldn’t have asked for a better overall experience.
Donnie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rocio A.
Oct 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location
Wonderful location! Just across the street from the beach. You can see the sunrise from the front porch. Beds are very comfortable. The only thing was that there is not a sink in the bathroom. Which made it somewhat awkward when brushing teeth. What we did we used small plastic cups and brush our teeth and rinse in the bathroom to avoid using the kitchen sink. We will stay here AGAIN and will recommend it!
Rocio A.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Celeste I.
Oct 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Ready to go back!
What a trip! Me n my mom stay in suite 3 at the Vitamin Sea Suites...nice n cozy...step from the beach and also a lil hangout joint to pick up prepared meals, coffee, homemade sweets and veggies. Another plus was a laundromat right next door. We had 3 sunny days before the storm hit then we were fine until it past and the sun shined its beautiful face again on our last day. We enjoyed being nothing but beach bums but that's what we accomplished....thks Dale! We will be booking with u again in the future ❤
Celeste I.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy C.
Aug 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We enjoyed our stay so much! What a perfect location to everything. Started our mornings across the street at the lake walking track, then walked to The Veggie Wagon for coffee. We really didn’t need to move our car once we arrived.
Cathy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Haley H.
Jul 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Get location to the beach
Place was clean and great location to the beach!
Haley H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa G.
Jun 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Loved everything about this little cozy place near the beach! It was perfect for our family of 4, all the information I needed was communicated with me a couple days before hand through email.
Vanessa G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heather S.
Jun 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
So cute!!
Very clean, very close to beach access. Outside shower to remove sand definitely a plus. Didn't mind bringing my own towels and linens. Stayed in one of the upper units with a very nice porch and rocking chairs. Definitely will be back!!
Heather S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tammy S.
Jun 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Vitamin Sea
Great location always worth the stay!
Tammy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
April B.
Jun 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed
Love the location.. property was cleaned.
We enjoyed our time.
April B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
6/10 Okay
Pam F.
May 26, 2022
Just an ok stay
The online pictures implied that you could see the ocean which you could not; implied their were 2 chairs, there was 1.
No pots or pans to cook with but a stove??? I'm 5' and couldn't reach dishes. No cabinet space or table on which to prep food/eat.
Was clean and beds were decent. Access to beach was close.