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Charming Beach Cottage – Walk to Ocean, Relaxing Porch & Private Parking

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom76 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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 State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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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 Beach Cottage – Walk to Ocean, Relaxing Porch & Private Parking

About This Rental

Charming Carolina Beach Cottage – Walk to Beach, Boardwalk & Local Favorites!

Welcome to your cozy coastal getaway in the heart of Carolina Beach! This beautifully updated 1900s cottage combines vintage charm with modern comfort—perfect for couples, families, or friends who want to experience everything this seaside town has to offer.

Just two blocks from the ocean, boardwalk, restaurants, and shops, you’ll be close to the action yet tucked away on a quiet residential street. Start your mornings with coffee on the breezy front porch, spend the day exploring the beach, and return home to unwind with a cool drink as the sun sets.

Why You’ll Love It

Prime location – Walk to beach, boardwalk, dining & entertainment

Historic charm – Built in 1935 and renovated with thoughtful modern updates

Relaxing porch – Ideal for morning coffee or evening cocktails

Private parking – A rare find this close to the beach

Local vibe – Live like a local in a friendly, walkable neighborhood

Nearby Attractions

Carolina Beach Boardwalk – 2 blocks

Fort Fisher State Historic Site – 15 min drive

North Carolina Aquarium – 15 min drive

Downtown Wilmington – 25 min drive

The Experience

This isn’t just a vacation rental—it’s our family’s own coastal retreat, thoughtfully stocked and personally loved. You’ll find:

Cozy living spaces and a fully equipped kitchen

Well-loved books, games, and puzzles for rainy days

Kitchen staples like olive oil, tea, and condiments

Eco-conscious touches to minimize waste and maximize comfort

We want you to feel like you’re staying in a home—not just a house.

Guest Access

Enjoy full private access to the entire home and fenced backyard.
Bikes are available at no extra charge—just let us know a week before check-in so we can make sure they’re ready.

We live just minutes away and are happy to help if you need anything during your stay.

What Makes It Special

Charming historic cottage, updated for comfort

Short walk to beach, boardwalk, and restaurants

Private backyard + relaxing porch

Free parking (rare for this location!)

Thoughtfully stocked with personal touches

Optional free bikes for exploring Carolina Beach
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Carolina Beach. Laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a Smart TV.
  • Air-conditioned home with washing machine, living room, and Smart TV
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 815 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Dogs are considered on a case-by-case basis and must be pre-approved before booking. Unapproved pets are not permitted.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Charming Beach Cottage – Walk to Ocean, Relaxing Porch & Private Parking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property has everything one would need for a comfortable stay. Great location & communication host!
Stayed 65 nights in Nov 2025