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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...

2nd Row Condo with Oceanviews -  Haven a...

Haven at TideWinds- affordability and prime location in Carolina Beach UnitsAccepts Short Stays 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom / Sleeps 6The beach access is only steps away! This comfortable condo is located in the heart of The Boardwalk, in walking...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Life's a Beach - walk to everything in h...

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath sleeps 3 Location, Location, Location! Appreciate being able to walk to everything historicCarolina Beach has to offer from this refreshed 1 bedroom 1 bath Condo with poolaccess and a cute courtyard ideal for picnic lunches...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
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...

Casa Seabbatical

Bed Types: King,Queen,Queen,Twin over Full 313B K Avenue - Seabbatical - 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 11) Stunning, Luxury 4BR with 180-degree Ocean Views & Private Elevator in the Heart of Kure Beach! Outdoor living is...

  • Kure Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

4BR/4.5BA • Pool • 180°Ocean View ...

Wake up to beautiful 180° ocean vistas in modren comfort.• Private heated pool• Lightning-fast Wi-Fi (100mbs+)• Cavernous deck with grille• Parking for 7 carsDiscover why guests weave tales of Conch Tails—your ideal home base to relax...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Serene & sunlit getaway with spacious ro...

Simmons Whimsical Historic HomeOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Step into this sprawling Wilmington home and experience an memorable North...

  • Wilmington
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

Serenity Now - Attention Ocean Lovers!  ...
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Attention all ocean lovers...come stay at this striking oceanfront home with striking vistas. A great open floor plan with a beach theme throughout. Unwind and savor the huge oceanfront deck and sitting area where you can watch the pelicans and...

  • Holden Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

0912 White Linen Room by Atlantic Towers

This is an Oceanfront two-bedroom condo located on the ninth floor of AtlanticTowers in Carolina Beach. The photos will show the owner's personal touches in making a comfortableand calming beach get away. There is a full kitchen and all necessary...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Large 3BR Golf Villa in Sunset Beach (CV...
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Whether you're looking to plan a family vacation, a calming getaway, or a few rounds of golf with your friends, the Club Villas at Sea Trail offers marvelous accommodations for you and your enormous group. Appreciate an open floor plan with a full...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Oceanfront home with private pool, ocean...
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Thomas CottageOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Appreciate simple coast living at this beach bungalow with a alluring view of the ocean! The...

  • Holden Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

4BR Townhome w Elevator, Ocean View, Roo...
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Looking for an escape? This Wrightsville Beach townhouse is the one to pick!“Seagull’s by the Sea” is a 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home with many unique offerings that are sure to please everybody in your group! Speaking of groups, this home...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14

The Cape Fear Restaurant and Lounge is a vintage and family-friendly seafood restaurant that’s perched on the edge of the Cape Fear River in the heart of Downtown Southport. An easy destination for visitors who want a bite to eat after taking...

Famous Pizza and Subs is a convenient destination for a crowd pleasing take-out or fast and casual dine-in meal, just outside of Downtown Southport. Located close to the junction of 87 and 211 – the two main roads that lead to Southport...

The Fishy Fishy Café is a favorite dining and drinks destination for Southport visitors, due to a prime location on the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway where the views are out of this world. Located next to a collection of local marinas...

Head to the very edge of waterfront Southport to enjoy a fine meal with an unbeatable view at the Frying Pan. This restaurant that’s located on the edge of Bay Street boasts local and down-home favorites like sweet potato biscuits, fried...

Live Oak Café is a small but charming restaurant that’s found in a quiet and slightly inland region of historic Downtown Southport. Located within a turn-of-the-century home with three small dining rooms with beautiful bold...

Southport visitors who are in need of a strong cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast or lunch to start their downtown exploration will find everything they crave at the centrally located Locals Family Diner. Featuring a wealth of crowd-pleasing...

Mr. P’s Bistro is a fine representation of Low Country cuisine, thanks to a long family history in the local Cape Fear seafood industry. Overseen by Executive Chef and the original Mr. P’s son, Stephen Phipps, (who trained at the Johnson...

Ports of Call Bistro & Market is a catch-all destination for Southport food lovers of all tastes. Featuring an in-house bakery and market, as well as a dining area that serves up both fresh lunch and dinner selections, this Downtown Southport...

Treat yourself to real wood-smoked BBQ and brisket, a mess of classic southern sides, and a friendly family environment with a visit to Southport Smoke House. Located on the outskirts of Howe Street on the edge of the Historic Southport Downtown...

The Pharmacy Restaurant is a New American restaurant that has a lot of historic southern style, and a cool location in the heart of the downtown area. Found along Moore Street and bordered by small patio tables that are shaded under the blue and...

Tommy Thompson’s Grille is an on-site restaurant that’s found within the private golfing community, The Clubs at St. James. Featuring a la carte and more casual dining, as well as a daily soup, salad bar, and a full-service bar for...

For a classic coastal bite to eat that’s almost eclipsed by the brilliant view, head to Yacht Basin Eatery. This waterfront restaurant with seasonal outdoor seating and a location on the very edge of downtown Southport features impressive...