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Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

Islands on Snapper, Walk to Beach & Tiki...

Summary:Islands is a new 4Bd/4Ba townhouse constructed with bespoke finishes and striking yet comfortable coastal decorating throughout. Ideal fit for a family that loves to vacation in style! This property is an simple 4 min. walk to the beach and...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Wishing I was knee deep in the water som...
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The condo is on the quieter north end of the beach. The condo is just a few steps to the ocean with the handsome Freeman Park beach just one block away. There is a private patio overlooking the pool. Just a three min. walk to a High Tide Parlor ...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
The 7 Best Beach Chairs 2025

You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It...

Ocean Views, Brand NEW, < 2-minute walk ...
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This listing is for the owner's suite. 2 bedroom and 2 bath home with Ocean Vistas. Fabulous location within simple walking distance to the beach, Publix, stores, splash pad, the park and eateries. Some of our favorites are the BBQ home, OKI Coffee...

  • Oak Island
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Carolina Beach Lake Park

Enjoy a freshwater environment just a block or so away from the beach with a visit to Carolina Beach Lake Park. This public park is centered on the 11-acre freshwater lake, which was noted in the Guinness Book of World Records as being the closest...

The 8 Best Beach Blankets and Towels for 2025

If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...

Dog-friendly condo w/on-site pool, deck,...
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West End Isle RetreatOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Wonderfully located near the shimmering Atlantic Ocean and just a short walk from the...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area

Enjoy miles of pristine beaches, salt marshes, and scenic views in every direction with a visit to Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. Located just south of Kure Beach, and renowned for its 6 miles of undeveloped shoreline, this sunny beach...

The 7 Best Fishing & Beach Carts for 2025

For families travelling to the beach, or fishermen carrying tackle/coolers, a beach cart can be the best purchase of your vacation. These carts feature extra-wide wheels to move across soft sand, even when loaded. Carts are often built for specific...

Dog-friendly coastal home with enclosed ...

Sandy SwanOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Welcome to your ideal beach hideaway in Oak Island, NC! This striking home is designed for families...

  • Oak Island
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Fort Anderson - Old Brunswick Town

Fort Anderson, also known as Brunswick Town, is the historic site of the first permanent settlement in the Cape Fear area. Established nearly 300 years ago in 1726, and destroyed just a few decades later by British Soldiers during the start of the...

Kure Beach

Sandwiched in between the hopping beach town of Carolina Beach and the quiet shorelines of Fort Fisher and the Zeke’s Island Reserve, Kure Beach is a picturesque beach vacation destination that offers a little bit of everything to visitors...

Oceanview -  Coastal Charm Oasis *X2 Kin...

Discover the epitome of coastal living at Coastal Charm Oasis! Located just mins. away from the shining shores of the ocean, this striking vacation home offers ocean vistas, ample space and comfort for you and your adored ones.Unwind on the...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Carolina Beaches Guide

Obviously one of the biggest and best attractions of Carolina Beach is, naturally, the beach, and visitors will find ample ways to access and enjoy this sunny stretch of Cape Fear shoreline. Known for its wide coastline, shallow ocean bottom with...

Carolina Beach History

Though Carolina Beach is a modern vacation destination, with a brilliant array of accommodations, resorts, and attractions, the town has deep roots that span the centuries and which include countless and fascinating stories. From the original...

THE MERMAID COTTAGE Ocean front, Sunrise...

THE MERMAID COTTAGE showcases the beauty of Oak Island from its OCEAN FRONT location. This nostalgic beach bungalow is ideal for families and groups of friends. You’ll feel the beach-essence with the knotty-pine walls, ceilings and exposed beams. ...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Boardwalk: Oceanfront Duplex w/Direct Be...
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4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | Eastside Duplex3 Queens | 2 TwinsOne of the few remaining boardwalk accesses to the beach. Private beach view deck and outside shower. Living room and oceanfront bedroom with sizable windows for an superb ocean...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Cape Fear Museum

The Cape Fear Museum, (shorthand for the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science), has been educating and entertaining visitors for well over 100 years. Founded in 1898, the museum is the oldest operating museum in North Carolina, and welcomes...

Top 10 Attractions at Carolina Beach

Though arguably best known for its beaches, Carolina Beach is brimming with fantastic attractions for visitors who know where to look. From classic boardwalks, to freshwater lakes, to remote island reserves, there’s a lot to discover both on...

Amazing Dog Friendly Home w\/ Fenced Bac...

Welcome to Mystical Mermaid!This incredible dog friendly 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home is ideal for your next island hideaway. Tucked away in the calming wooded section under the handsome Live Oaks of Oak Island, this home has all you need to make your...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Masonboro Island Coastal Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Coastal Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...

Top 10 Things to do in Carolina Beach

There’s a reason why the Carolina Beach area is historically known as “Pleasure Island.” A favorite destination for generations of vacationers, this coastal town is more than meets the eye, thanks to an array of activities and...

The Northern nook Sum

Summary:This beachfront, cavernous triplex features its own private boardwalk to the beach, and a private, shared, fenced in yard with two outdoor seating areas. Access the unit through the left side, ground floor entrance. The Cottage features a...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Causeway Gourmet is a delectable dine-in, take-out, and delivery spot where Ocean Isle Beach vacationers can feast on a wealth of freshly made sandwiches, entrees, salads, and so much more. Located on the inland side of the causeway to the beach...

Take in the spectacular views of the intracoastal waterway while dining with friends and family. Executive Chef Joe Paxton has created a crave-worthy dinner menu based around coastal favorites and seasonal vegetables sourced from local and regional...

The View At Brick Landing Plantation is the only on-island restaurant that’s situated on one of the Oak Island area’s picturesque golf courses. Overlooking the course as well as the not-so-distant Intracoastal Waterway, patrons can treat...