NF1212A: Banana Cabana: Oceanfront duplex w\/ Private Pool, Hot tub, and Elevator - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2612 square feet

Banana Cabana is one side of a duplex (two sides). It can be rented as one side, or as a "whole". To rent both sides of the property, visit the property page called Salty Banana.

Banana Cabana is a luxury five-bedroom oceanfront property, with striking ocean vistas from the kitchen, living room, master bedroom, and two oceanfront decks. Appreciate a impressive sunrise over the ocean, and throughout the day watch schools of dolphins swim by and flocks of pelicans dive for fish. Stroll out to the wide white-sand beach with direct access from the main living floor.

The home is gorgeously decorated to make this your home away from home during your stay. The wide-open floor plan between the kitchen, dining area, and living room, with ample seating, accepts for painless entertaining and quality family time. The well-equipped gourmet kitchen and gas grille make cooking a breeze. Afterward, relax with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine as the sun sets or take a dip in the lighted swimming pool. The home has a private, oceanfront pool and hot tub as well as an elevator.

Conveniently located within one mile is the Kure Beach town center, the famed Kure Beach Fishing Pier, Ocean Front Park with special events all year, Jack Mackerel’s Island Seafood, Big Daddy’s Seafood Buffet, and Freddie’s Italian (since 1940). Or walk up the beach a half mile to the Tiki Bar Pier, a great beach bar on the pier with modest plate seafood items. The home is within two miles of the NC State Aquarium at Fort Fisher, a civil war site, and about the same distance to the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach with live music, weekly fireworks (in season), and dozens of deep-sea fishing boats, eateries, and stores. For a change of pace, take the 30-min. car Ferry at the southern tip of the island to the striking historic town of Southport where many movies have been filmed.

Wilmington is a 25-min. drive away with its exceptional Riverwalk along the Cape Fear River, casual and fine dining, one of the biggest historic districts in the country, and the Battleship North Carolina, open for tours.

Grab your beach chair and a cold drink, and come see it for yourself!

GENERAL
Private Pool & Hot Tub (Pool is Saltwater)
Pool Dimensions:  10.5" x 24', 3.5ft shallow, 4.5ft deep
Free WiFi
Handicap Accessible
Elevator
Central Heat & Air
1 Car Garage
Driveway Parking for 3 Vehicles
Beach Access & Walkway
Gas Grille
2 Generous Oceanfront Decks 
Full-Size Washer & Dryer
Board Games and Books
Outdoor Shower
Pool and Beach Toys

KITCHEN & DINING ROOM
Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
Dining Table with Seating for 8
Kitchen Bar with Seating for 4
Entirely Stocked Kitchen for Making and Serving Meals
Microwave
Oven
Electric Induction Cooktop
Dishwasher
Ice Maker in Fridge
Keurig Single Cup Coffee Maker
12 Cup Drip Coffee Maker
Electric Griddle
Toaster
Blender
Hand Mixer
Can Opener
Crockpot
Garbage Disposal

LIVING ROOM
Oceanfront, 2nd Floor
Direct Access to Pool and Beach as well as Private Covered Deck with Table and Seating for 4 and 5 Rocking Chairs
43” Flat Screen 4K Ultra High Definition “Intelligent” TV (Stream Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, etc. with your personal account)
Cable TV Service
Couch with seating for 3, 1 Appreciate Seat, and 1 Hideaway Sleeper Chair
Ceiling Fan

LAUNDRY
Stack Unit Washer & Dryer
Iron and Ironing Board


MASTER SUITE #1
Oceanfront, 3rd Floor
Private Bath with Stand Up Shower, Jacuzzi Tub, Double Vanity Sinks, and Hair Dryer
King Bed
40” Flat Screen “Intelligent” HDTV (Stream Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, etc. with your personal account)
Cable TV Service
Oceanfront Balcony with Private Access and Seating for 2
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #2
3rd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Bedroom #3 with Shower/Tub Combination
2 Sets of Bunk Beds (twin over twins)

BEDROOM #3
3rd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Bedroom #2 with Shower/Tub Combination
King Bed
Flat Screen TV with Cable 
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #4
2nd Floor
Shared Bathroom with Common Area with Shower/Tub Combo
Queen Bed
Flat Screen HDTV with Cable
Ceiling Fan

BEDROOM #5
1st Floor
Private Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo
Queen Bed
Flat Screen TV with Cable 
Ceiling Fan

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. 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

How to find the best rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Book your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are high season in the Carolina Beach area. To get the best value, change your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be 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 near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends 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 management company or host whether your family qualifies for a discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Carolina Beach area travel guides which often include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning, selecting, and booking your prefectrental:

• Start by selecting your the best vacation week and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. NF1212A: Banana Cabana: Oceanfront duplex w\/ Private Pool, Hot tub, and Elevator has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available online. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you book the vacation home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds and bunks. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is right for your trip.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or charges may be applied to your contract.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental

Tips for a wonderful stay:

• Store the owner's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you're away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
• To make certain damages aren't attributed to your family's stay, record any problem areas when you arrive. Call the property manager immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be useful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Re-check every room of the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Remember to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and look for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager is not available, remember to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a fantastic time? Many rental websites make it easy for guests to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property management company was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.