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Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk!

Vacation home near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Beach nearby
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1154 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Seaside stay .At this Downtown vacation home, you'll be well placed to visit Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk, both within a 5-minute walk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Freeman Park - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 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.

Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk!

Reasons You Will Love Harper's Haven:

* Historic 1936 beach cottage beautifully updated for modern comfort

* Prime location less than ¼ mile from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

* Includes a private guest apartment with full kitchen and bath

* Fenced-in yard for added privacy and relaxation

* Screened-in front porch, perfect for breezy mornings and evenings

* Professionally Managed

* This property is not available to adults under the age of 25. *

Coastal Charm with Modern Flair

Step into Harper’s Haven, a timeless 1936 Carolina Beach cottage that’s been thoughtfully refreshed to blend coastal character with modern convenience. From the moment you arrive, the screened-in porch invites you into a space full of warmth, featuring new lighting, fixtures, flooring, and fresh paint throughout. The bright living room flows seamlessly into a formal dining area, creating the perfect setting for family meals or relaxed evenings in.

The newly renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, boasting stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, new cabinetry, and a classic subway tile backsplash. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms in the main house, there’s plenty of room for everyone to unwind. Outside, a deep, fenced-in lot provides privacy and space to enjoy the fresh air just moments from the shoreline.

Also included is a charming backyard apartment—ideal for in-laws, friends, or additional guests. This separate living space features a queen bedroom, kitchen, living room, and a full bath with a clawfoot tub/shower combo, offering added flexibility for your group.

Bedding Setup

Main House:
Bedroom 1: King Bed
Bedroom 2: King Bed
Bedroom 3: Twin over Queen Bunk Bed

Backyard Apartment:
Bedroom: Queen Bed

Prime Location – Heart of Carolina Beach
Tucked in the heart of Carolina Beach, Harper’s Haven places you steps from local favorites like the Boardwalk, dining, shopping, and outdoor fun. Embrace the vibrant coastal lifestyle and unwind in a space that perfectly captures the charm of old beach cottages with the comforts of a modern retreat.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,154 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

  • 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
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 smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.8 mi (35-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 2 mi (8-min drive) from Freeman Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! to downtown Carolina Beach?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Reviews

Harper’s Haven 🌴 Vintage Cottage + Guest Suite Near Beach & Boardwalk! Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Reviews

8/10 Good

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location and easy access to beach and boardwalk.

We enjoyed our stay at Harper Haven. The location is perfect and within walking distance to the boardwalk and beach. The property was clean and well stocked with everything you need for a home away from home. Only downside was the parking. The parking in front of the property is used as public parking as well. This was at times frustrating if you left and came back to no parking spaces. Otherwise great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025