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"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand

Vacation home near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Smart TV, books
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6985 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Wilmington Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carolina Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kure Beach. Carolina Beach Lake Park 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
  • Kure Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kure Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand

The Sea Shack is a charming Carolina Beach cottage located in heart of Pleasure Island. Across street from beach, easy parking for 4 vehicles. This home is perfect vacation spot for up to 6. The Sea Shack has been highly rated, especially by families with younger children for ease of accessing beach/fenced backyard! Sit back relax with family/friends as you enjoy all that Pleasure Island has to offer. **The Sea Shack is located in a quiet residential area with a "no party/event" policy. All guests must have prior approval.**
Cottage provides PERFECT destination for families/couples looking for place to "get away" from our "virtual" worlds. Walks on beach are quite therapeutic! Access to island greenway for walking/biking. PLEASE NOTE NO PETS ALLOWED as a courtesy to our guests with allergies. MIN. AGE FOR BOOKING 25 (must be present during stay)

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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 health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 985 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

There are NO early check ins unless preapproved. Late check- out will be subject to $25.00 per hour charge which will be taking out of the deposit.
If any additional cleaning or damage repairs are deemed necessary by host, charges will be determined and taken out of deposit.
Our cottage observes "QUIET HOURS' from 11:00 p.m. til 7:00 a.m. as it is located in residential section NO HOUSE PARTIES OR EVENTS ALLOWED

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 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, a first aid kit, 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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean House
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean Carolina Beach
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean House
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean Carolina Beach
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean House
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean Carolina Beach
Sea Schaack Beach Retreat You can Smell Ocean
"the Sea Shack" Feet To Sand
"the Sea Shack" Cottage Feet From Sand
"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand Carolina Beach
Beach Retreat! You can Smell the Ocean Just Steps Away!
"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.5 mi (32-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is "The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand to downtown Carolina Beach?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Reviews

"The Sea Shack" Cottage Feet to Sand Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna Sue O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Sea Shack is exactly as advertised. Perfect location. Clean. Fully equipped. Communication was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at the Sea Shack!

The owners were so communicative and welcoming. The cottage is adorable and the location is great. Check-in was easy and we had no issues. Definitely recommend for anyone needing a place to stay in Carolina Beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was perfect, 2-3 minute walk to the beach. Outside shower was very convenient to ensure sand/debris from the beach was washed off before entering the house. The real plus to our stay was the quietness of the neighborhood and the perfectly working air conditioning. We would definitely stay at this property again in the future. Thank you Delaine and Larry for your prompt response to our inquiries and being a fantastic host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Sea Shack

We had a great stay. House is about a three minute walk to the beach! Had everything we needed for great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for a girls weekend.

Absolute adorable house right across the street from a gorgeous well maintained beach. We spent 5 days here celebrating my daughter graduating college. We love the comforts of home when we travel and this house has it all. Very clean, well managed, and had everything you need to cook, but if you wanted to go grab a bite it’s within walking distance or a short drive to so many yummy restaurants, shops, ice cream spots you name it. Cute little area for a walk or jog. So much to do but if you want to just hang at the beach they provided beach chairs and an outside shower to get the sand off after fun day of body surfing. Honestly I could of stayed here all summer. Such a perfect spot. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

We can't wait to return:)

Everything, I mean everything is what Delaine and Larry thought of! Well appointed kitchen- tools, pans/pots, plates, spices! Well stocked paper products, bath towels, sheets, extra blankets even hangers! Plentiful parking, board games, comfy seating both indoors and out. Charming, well coming, joyful- WE FELT SO PAMPERED!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
I stayed here with my husband and three small kids for a week. We loved the cute little house, the convenience to the beach, and the entire stay. This house is just minutes from any store/restaurant in Carolina Beach and only 10 minutes from the Aquarium.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janie k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Getaway

Very clean Close to everythingQuiet neighborhood Owners are great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodations, well described. Had a great weekend with the family! Nice location, we would definitely consider booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver S.

Liked: Cleanliness

An amazing family-friendly stay steps from the beach

It's hard to overstate how much we enjoyed our stay here. The house was meticulously clean and well-appointed, with nice little touches like having fresh kitchen towels and sponges ready for us. The layout of the house makes the house seem much bigger than it is, and it was great to have the dedicated dining space for the kids. The shower out back and clothesline for drying were perfect for when you get back from the beach, which you'll go to a lot! You could hardly be closer, with a public entrance across the street. That stretch of beach was never unpleasantly crowded, even on a beautiful Saturday. Most people wouldn't walk to either Carolina Beach Boardwalk or Kure Pier from there, but both are just a very short drive away, along with the Aquarium, Fort Fisher, and the State Park. The check-in code worked with no troubles and everything in the apartment was in good repair. The grill even seemed brand new. This will definitely be our go-to spot for our next trip to Carolina Beach!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach cottage bliss!

So clean, beds so comfortable, quiet neighborhood... loved the access to beach, outdoor shower, mermaid decor, washer/dryer, patio and outdoor seating!!! and the hosts were so responsive and kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sea Shack

Great location and excellent condition! One minute walk to the beach! Definitely the cleanest place we have ever rented! Layout was perfect for our needs with twin beds for our grandsons directly across from another guest room for grandparents!Well appointed with all necessities and more! Outdoor shower was awesome for sand removal and grandsons loved it!All contact was timely, friendly, and welcoming . Best communication we have ever experienced .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint and Cozy

Our family enjoyed the property. Great location with a very short walk to the beach. Small fenced in yard was great for the kids. We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Water Lovers

Quaint & inviting
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Affair

This was a good find. The cottage was clean and had two sizable bedrooms with two bathrooms (which is a must for parents with an 18 year-old son). Excellent location. Very close to the beach and walkable to Carolina Beach restaurants. Pretty well equipped kitchen. Just enough space to spread out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L., Pelham

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

We had a wonderful stay at the Sea Shack! So close to the beach and restaurants. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

iliana g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house!

Great house in a great location! Large yard we used for family games & patio area for gathering/chatting. Very short walk to the beach, which was perfect. Delaine & Larry were very helpful & responded quickly to any questions. Ate at Michaels & The Tikki bar, both had good food & Service. Played miniature golf at Shipwreck Neon miniature golf, which was fun on a rainy day. Perfect place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Stay on the Beach

We enjoyed our stay at Carolina beach. The house was clean and fit our family just right. The short walk to the beach was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthia p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Special Week!

This property is in a great location, is clean, well maintained, nicely stocked, and owners have thought of everything to make a comfortable, convenient stay. All contact was friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Delaine and Larry have made it their mission to assure your stay is a great one! From the great air conditioning, convenient lay-out, comfortable beds, well planned and stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, to the outdoor shower.....everything was set up for a wonderful stay! We certainly appreciate their attention to detail and that they are sharing their home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JC L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent - would stay again

Layout of home and location were superb. Communication with homeowners was prompt and courteous. Very clean, we had everything we needed. Adequate toilet paper and paper towels, dish soap, laundry detergent, towels; plenty of parking; outdoor space and seating was great - we ate at the picnic table in the shade each evening; grill was nice addition to space. Outdoor hose and shower at the back door helped with cleanliness. Air conditioner was excellent -even at a 72 degree setting, it was plenty cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George c.

Liked: Cleanliness

As advertised

Great place to stay. Well anointed with everything you need. Steps from the beach. Groceries, restaurants, etc. just minutes from the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janie k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place!

Perfect stay at the perfect cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Getaway

I decided at the last minute to get away to Carolina Beach for the weekend. This place was perfect for my needs, easy walk across the street to the beach and close to restaurants, etc. I will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024