The Little Paddle Beach Cottage near the Boardwalk - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

The Little Paddle is a 1940’s tropical beach home just moments away from the beach, boardwalk, lake, and state park!

This comfortable coastal design and creative space is conveniently located in the heart of Carolina Beach and only 2 blocks from the beach and lake. A 5 min. walk to the Boardwalk is tons of great eateries, stores, units, amusement rides, bars, coffee, ice-cream, donuts, an arcade & more!

Appreciate a hike through the state park, a visit to the aquarium, or a summer movie by the lake!

The beach is only a 0.2 mile walk from The Little Paddle! In addition to convenient beach access, this home is no more than a 5 min. walk to the boardwalk, local eateries, shopping, and Carolina Beach Lake Park while still offering privacy and a peaceful space to relax after a long day appreciating the beach.

The space: Lower unit of duplex. Private 1 Bed/1 Bath. Guests live in completely separate upstairs unit with different outside entrance. Check out our other listing The Sunrise Shack if you’re looking for more space!

Appliances: full size refrigerator, oven/stove, and microwave.

Entirely supplied kitchen: Dishes, pots/pans, silverware, drip coffee pot, coffee, and tea. Bed linens and 2 bath towels supplied, as well as hand soap, dish soap, shampoo and conditioner, trash bags, and paper towels.

WiFi available throughout the home and intelligent TV's in main living room and bedroom (Disney+, ESPN+, & Hulu supplied).

Well trained family pets welcome with fee. Two pet limit, one time $200 pet fee per pet applies. Please let us know at time of booking if you will be bringing pets and how many.

Outdoor spaces: Long screened in front porch is ideal for sipping coffee while watching the sunrise. New cavernous back deck and outdoor shower is great for family and friends after a long day at the beach. Savor yard games, calming sunsets, or let your dog run complimentary in our huge backyard.

Backyard is entirely fenced but one fence is about 3ft tall.

Parking - 1 complimentary spaces available: 1 space in front of the garage. Please be respectful of our neighbors and avoid parking in their yard.

Guest Access - Private access to entire 1st level (1 bed/1 bath). Our bathroom contains a stand up shower. We also have an outside shower located in the backyard that you can use.

Entry through front door. Keyless PIN code lock on front door that is specific to you.

Please keep in mind that our home was constructed in the 1940’s. And although our ceilings are insulated with Rockwool, you may occasional hear footsteps from the guests staying upstairs.

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this vacation home. Federal Point History Center and Ocean Front Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Tregembo Animal Park are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

How to book the best Carolina Beach vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a rental home budget:

• In the Carolina Beach area, The sooner your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation rental.
• Summertime is high season in Carolina Beach. Booking your Carolina Beach vacation home in Fall or Spring months is one of our best tips for saving money on your vacation rental. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer months.
• 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 frequently offer guests an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Find a copy of your local Carolina Beach area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, visitors guides contain coupons for local tours, shops, and attractions.

Narrow your Search:

• Begin by selecting trip dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. The Little Paddle Beach Cottage near the Boardwalk has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is normally available online. Otherwise, contact the property management company before you reserve the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
• Some rentals allow pets, but others do not. Allowable types of family pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional charges may apply. Ask the host about pet restrictions before booking.
• Looking for specific amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters for amenities. Use these filters to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Make certain to inquire about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More considerations:

• We recommend storing the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• During arrival, document any damages to the property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like loud visitors disrupting your peace. Employ the golden rule for best judgement. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would've never otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Just prior to departing, complete a walk-through to confirm you have not forget anything. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property one final time and scan for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Did your group have a terrific stay? Many rental managers make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or property manager was terrific, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was amiss and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.