New! Pool! Sleeps 14, Sol de Mar Oceanfront, huge views, modern, duplex unit A - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2800 square feet

Welcome to Sol de Mar (Sea Sun) - an appealing new modern oceanfront property on Fort Fisher Blvd. North in Kure Beach. Leave your shoes at the door and sink in to this wonderfully new and well-appointed slice of heaven. Stroll out to the beach, read a book on the porch, or savor the multitude of activities our beach and town have to offer.

This new home has an open and modern design inside and out. Savor the sweeping and commanding vistas up and down the coastline from the porch, the main living area, and the primary bedroom. The private walkway provides direct access to a uniquely private section of Kure Beach, far from busy parking tons and public beach access points.

Unit A is the top floor of the duplex. It is the owners' residence for part of the year. It features curved vaulted beams in the main living area and a wall of east-facing glass. There is a enormous wraparound deck accessible from the living/dining area as well as the primary bedroom. The decks overlook the ocean and a huge patio area. The kitchen features a sizable island with seating for six, Viking professional stainless steel appliances, two dishwashers, two ovens, and a scullery. The private elevator takes you from the ground floor up to the top floor. The deck off of the living room is 12 feet wide and 40 feet long.

More details:
Swimming pool
4 BR, 3.5 bath
Sleeps 14 max.
Island and dining room seats 12 total; deck seats an additional 8
Primary bedroom with king bed, ocean vistas, porch access, full bath
Bunk bedroom has two twin-over-full bunk beds (total 2 single beds, 2 full beds)
Two queen bedrooms
Two portable memory foam folding twin beds (available upon request)
3 bathrooms on the main floor
Half bathroom and outdoor shower on the ground level by the pool

TVs in all bedrooms plus living room.
Fast internet with multiple wireless access points for devices and TV streaming.
Wired internet connections in all bedrooms and living room.
Parking for 4 cars.

For our safety and yours, there are security cameras on the outside of the property in numerous locations such as: driveway, west entry doors, ground floor breezeway, east porches, beach walkway and at the outside mechanical equipment.

Pool heat is available for an additional fee.

Minutes away you will find an 18-hole public golf course, North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, Fort Fisher State Historic Museum, coffee at Happy Hippies or Crush and Grind and many family-friendly eateries. A Publix grocery store is 2.5 miles away.

Sol de Mar can conveniently adapt to your group. Unit A is the top floor of a two floor duplex. Rent the one unit (upper unit A) or both units as a "whole" that sleeps 29. Please note that because this property is a duplex, some parts of the ground level area will be shared by both floors of the property.

House rules:
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property.
- Kure Beach is a family aligned village where peaceful hours are stringently enforced by police.
- Minimum age of primary/onsite renter is 25 years old.
- No family pets/animals allowed on the property, but pet boarding is available locally.

We look forward to hosting you soon at Sol de Mar!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips for getting the best Carolina Beach vacation property experience:

Sticking to your rental budget:

• To find the best value, consider changing your family's Carolina Beach vacation dates to the Spring or Fall seasons. May, September, and October offer warmer temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved early. Reserving your vacation home 6-12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and book your vacation rental.
• Some property management companies offer rate reductions for active duty military and veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your group before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners often offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitors guide magazines contain money saving offers on local accommodations and attractions.

Selecting and booking the best Carolina Beach rental home:

• Choose your vacation dates and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration your family needs. New! Pool! Sleeps 14, Sol de Mar Oceanfront, huge views, modern, duplex unit A has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach rental home search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is normally available online. If not, call the host before you book the home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Visiting for a single attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.
• Remember to include your furry companions! Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges may be applied to your agreement.

During your stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your smartphone, and take a printed copy.
• Upon arrival, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Record all coorespondence.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful of your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can usually help. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your stuff!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are gone, just like you would at home.
• Just before checking out, take a walk-through to make sure you haven't forget any personal items. Make sure to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, take video of the property to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on great ratings to drive more bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.