Luxury Condo w Ocean View 2 Blocks from Boardwalk - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Condo

Get ready to relax! Just 30 steps away from a beach access, this luxury condominium located at the center of Pleasure Island has everything you need with amazing ocean and lake vistas. Cavernous and comfortable, “Big Blue” is located on a peaceful one-way street just two blocks from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and within walking distance to eateries, stores and the famed Britts Donuts! Park your car and walk where you need to go for your entire stay! During the high season, appreciate the amusement park, movies at the lake, music at the pavilion or savor the fireworks and the farmers market which are all just a short walk away. Across the street, the lake offers paddle boat units and a playground for the kids.

"Big Blue" is a cavernous 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath condo. It features a enormous well-appointed kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The top floor offers a Queen main suite with an on suite master bath, a half bath off the kitchen, wine/coffee bar, dining/living room, sizable flat screen intelligent TV, and an ocean view balcony. The lower floor has another Queen suite with attached private bath and a flat screen TV, 1 bedroom with a Full bed and a third bedroom with two Twin beds. The full-sized bedroom and Twin bedroom offer a Jack-and-Jill bath in between. The Twin bedroom also offers a lake view balcony.

Nearby attractions include the civil war museum (look for info on the Ft. Fisher Hermit) and the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. The live oaks at Fort Fisher are a ideal back drop for photos. Water sports are in abundance close by with charter fishing, jet ski rental, surfing lessons, and sea kayaking! Don’t worry --- a surf shop and units are within walking distance. Want to golf? Two challenging golf courses are less than 10 mins. away. Whether it is sunbathing on the beach, sightseeing, watching a complimentary outdoor movie on Sunday nights at the Lake (located just across the road), renting scooters or a golf cart, there is tons to do on Pleasure Island!

Occupancy 8: Three Nighttime minimum rental in Summer. Minimum two nighttime stay other seasons.
Linens Recap: 2 Queens, 2 Twins, 1 Full
Parking: Parking for two cars - one garage, one driveway. Sizable trucks/SUV's may not fit comfortably in garage.
Prohibited: Smoking, Family Animals

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 “C158 – Big Blue” as a vacation rental.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo 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 not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the perfect vacation home experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner you can book a vacation home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are reserved early. Booking your vacation rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• To get the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies usually offer guests an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental property doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guides have deals for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

How to pick the perfect vacation home:

• Start by having your group choose vacation dates and a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Luxury Condo w Ocean View 2 Blocks from Boardwalk has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed types is regularly available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property owner before you reserve your rental. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You'll need to determine what bed configuration is best for your family.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a property that allows animals. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Usually, hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters for amenities.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. .

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental home.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental property while you're gone! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• Upon check-in, record any issues with the property and immediately contact the host. Record all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your peace and quiet. Apply the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and attractions you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Just before checking out, take a walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Remember to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Please make sure to walk through the property one final time and scan for any damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on good feedback to drive new bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other families will appreciate that you share your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to solve it.