Thalassa: Beautiful pet friendly seaside retreat! - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

“Thalassa” is a striking new construction home that offers 4-bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a marvelous central location. Appreciate a soak in the pristine hot tub at the end of a long day or grille the catch of the day as the sun sets. Located in a residential area and just a short walk to the beach, this family home offers seclusion and convenience. This pet friendly home has plenty of space indoors and outdoors so that your family can spread out while relishing the culture of island life.

The main living level of “Thalassa” welcomes you with a sizable open concept living space. Complete with a sizable living area, dining table, and kitchen, this great room is the heart of the home and a fabulous gathering space for family meals, movie nights, board games, and spending time together. The kitchen is furnished with stainless steel appliances, a enormous sink, an eat in island with seating for 5, and ample storage space for your groceries. After dinner, kick back on the covered front porch with a cool drink and let the salt air wash all your stresses away! The primary bedroom is furnished with a comfortable king-sized bed and features its own private bathroom with dual vanity, rainfall shower head, and walk in shower. There is also a half bathroom and laundry room on this living level for added convenience to guests.

Upstairs you will find a additional living space as well as the three guest bedrooms. The first guest bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed and offers a TV. Another guest bedroom features a twin day bed that has a twin trundle neatly tucked below. This room caters to the junior members of your family but is versatile and will work for single adults as well. There is a full bathroom complete with a combination tub and shower which works ideally for little one’s bath time! At the opposite end of the lofted living space, there is another queen guest bedroom which also offers a TV for your viewing and streaming enjoyment.

The outdoor enclosed shower comes in extremely handy for washing away that pesky sand from the beach and for rinsing off before appreciating a soak in the hot tub. Your private hot tub is covered and available for use in all seasons. There is a gas grille available along with a wood burning faire pit in the back yard. Whether you are at the beach, calming on the covered deck, grilling your favorite summer dish, or enjoying the hot tub – “Thalassa” is sure to check all the boxes your family wants and needs to have a really special vacation experience.

In the summer season make sure to try the famed donuts at Britt's and Thursday nighttime fireworks on the beach! The North Carolina Aquarium and the Fort Fisher historical site are a short drive away and make great daytime activities for everybody to savor. Catch a ferry ride over to Southport for the day for some great local dining options or spend the day hiking in the maritime forest of Carolina Beach State Park. Venus fly traps and native pitcher plants can be spotted in the park seasonally and make a really memorable experience. You'll want to immerse yourself in the myriads of activities offered on Pleasure Island. Book today for a really memorable family friendly experience!

Occupancy: 9.
Stay Requirements: Flexible arrivals in summer with a minimum of 2-nighttime stays year-round.
Linens Configuration: 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Full, 1 Twin Trundle.
Parking: Assigned parking on site for 5 cars.
Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with a nonrefundable fee that is charged per pet. min. of 2 dogs per reservation.
Prohibited: Smoking, RV’s, Boats, Boat Trailers, Charging Golf Carts, Mail and Packages are not able to be sent to the rental.
Featured Conveniences: Keyless Entry, Covered Parking, Enclosed Outdoor Shower, Hot Tub, Gas Grille, Wood Burning Fire Pit, Single Family Home, Pet Friendly.

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 “C322 – Thalassa” 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 Wrightsville 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

Carolina Beach vacation rental booking tips:

Sticking to a spending plan:

• To get the best rental within your budget, we recommend reserving in Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Carolina Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules often open twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which commonly will cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Carolina Beach area magazine when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great information, travel guide magazines contain money saving offers on nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

How to pick the best rental home in Carolina Beach:

• First, have your group agree to date ranges and a max budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group needs. Thalassa: Beautiful pet friendly seaside retreat! has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Carolina Beach rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the host before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which often includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out what is right for your vacation.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Proper accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the host about your furry family members before booking.

Tips for a smooth stay:

• Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Document any damages to the property upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if a dispute is filed.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• Just prior to departing, complete a final walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and keep an eye out for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager is not available, remember to take photographs of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your group have a wonderful time? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental property and/or property manager was great, they would love to hear it. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.