Sprawling Sound Front Home w Boat Slip - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Welcome to "Carolina Joy"! This single family, 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is located on the north end of Carolina Beach. A 30' boat slip and marvelous vistas of the sound make this property the ideal spot for your next family vacation! Owner uses left side of boat slip. Guest should use right (South) side of boat slip. There is a brand new 16' x 16' gazebo with lights and furnishings, along with 30 amp shore power. Note that the dock was extended to allow for 2 additional feet of water depth.

The great room of this home features vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams and a striking open floor plan that floods the living space with natural light. The new owners are also updating furnishings throughout. You can savor sound front vistas and watching boaters navigate the waterway from the impressive kitchen that features a comfortable rustic décor. The kitchen overlooks the living room and a dining area that leads out to a generous screened in porch with expansive vistas of the canal. A modest desk enables travelers that need to work remotely a great workspace with a calming back drop. Just imagine sipping your morning coffee and watching a pod of dolphins swim by or dining at the outdoor table with a spectacular sunset dazzling on the water.

The roomy primary bedroom features a new bed for the Queen-sized bed, charming stained-glass accents and a Jacuzzi tub that overlooks the water. Guests of this room will appreciate the on suite bathroom, TV, and direct access to the screened porch. Two additional Queen guest bedrooms with private bathrooms are sure to please your family and friends. The partially fenced in backyard gives a great space for outdoor entertainment. Make sure to bring your yard games – there is plenty of space for volleyball, cornhole, badminton, and grilling. There is a sizable area underneath the home that is ideal for shaded relaxation and provides an enclosed outdoor shower.

Fishermen will certainly appreciate the boathouse and pier. A public boat ramp is conveniently located just around the corner and there is ample parking for your boat trailer on the side of the home. Some guests rent gas golf carts to ride up to the beach or up to our legendary Carolina Beach Boardwalk where you find stores, eateries, and an abundance of summer activities such as fireworks, carnival rides and live music.

Make plans today for a lifetime of memories! This home is close by Freeman Park so if you have a four-wheel drive car, bring it. This is one of the few beach areas where you can actually drive out onto the beach.

Occupancy: 8
Stay Requirements: Saturday to Saturday rental in the Summer. Minimum two nighttime stay other seasons.
Linens Configuration: 3 Queens, Sleeper Couch
Parking: Parking for 4 cars, or three cars and a boat trailer. Do not park on the lawn.
Prohibited: Smoking, Parking on the Lawn. Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with a nonrefundable fee that is charged per pet. min. of 2 dogs per reservation.

Bryant Real Estate, established in 1952, is a professionally operated firm that is licensed in North Carolina and hired by the property owner to manage “C259– Carolina Joy” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is by the sea. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkeling, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Tips to get the best vacation property experience:

How to get the best value:

• Summer is high season in Carolina Beach. To get the best value, consider changing your family's Carolina Beach vacation to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• In the Carolina Beach area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Booking your vacation home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental.
• Property management companies sometimes offer promotional rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby accommodations and attractions.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Select a group leader, select your vacation week, and choose a spending budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Sprawling Sound Front Home w Boat Slip has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what is right for your family.
• Visiting for a single event? If so, use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Extra fees or charges might be applied to your contract.

Know before you go:

• We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone.
• Make a record of any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful. Often times, nearby homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental to make sure you've collected all personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Many vacation rental websites make it easy for clients to provide feedback. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.