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East Coast Got-Em-On King Mackerel Classic
July 12th, 2025 - July 13th, 2025 -
Poplar Grove Open Air Market
July 16th, 2025 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM -
Market in the Park
July 17th, 2025 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...
2BR/2BA | 935 sq/ft | Nice Pool | Sleeps 6 | Beach Towels, Chairs & Umbrellas Sensational vistas of the harbor from the huge deck, living area and kitchen. Appreciate the beach by day and beautiful sunsets from the deck in the evening. Located steps...
- Carolina Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...
Welcome to "Miss Me Yet" - Your Ultimate Canal Front Retreat! Located in the serene West End of Holden Beach, "Miss Me Yet" offers a relaxing escape from the bustling world. Discover the ideal blend of relaxation and tranquility as you soak in the...
- Holden Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...
You'll be surprised how close to the beach you are in this adorable & economical unit with ocean vistas. Appreciate the ocean breeze from the patio, or walk just feet to any one of the three beach accesses close by (one literally right across the...
- Carolina Beach
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
The fascinating galleries throughout this extensive complex encourage visitors of all ages to meet and mingle with their aquatic neighbors, from interactive exhibits to "touch tanks" where patrons can have personal encounters with local bamboo...
Though Carolina Beach is a modern vacation destination, with a brilliant array of accommodations, resorts, and attractions, the town has deep roots that span the centuries and which include countless and fascinating stories. From the original...
Welcome to our impressive second-row beach home in idyllic Ocean Isle Beach! Perfectly located just steps away from the sandy shores, this roomy and modern getaway offers the ultimate coastal hideaway for you and your adored ones.Located in a prime...
- Ocean Isle Beach
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 16
Whether you hit the sand close to home, or plan an extensive shelling expedition to one of the outlying island destinations, shelling can be an incredible Carolina Beach adventure that certainly pays off. Easy to enjoy in your own backyard or via a...
The coastline of North Carolina is unique in that beach-goers have ample opportunities to explore the shoreline from the comfort and convenience of a 4WD vehicle. From the northern Outer Banks along the Virginia state border to the sunny beach towns...
Managed by Brunswick Vacation Units in Holden Beach!Located towards the end of the secluded west end of Holden Beach, Kind Of A Big Deal offers sweeping marsh vistas, direct beach access and a backyard getaway, complete with a private pool, a...
- Holden Beach
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
With a location that straddles both the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, visitors shouldn’t be too surprised to discover that boating rules the scene Carolina Beach. The town is teaming with charter and tour boats, marinas, and ramps...
Like a number of hotspots along the Cape Fear Coastline, Carolina Beach is a favorite destination for East Coast surfers. Only rivaling only its neighbor to the north, Wrightsville Beach, in terms of local popularity for southern North Carolina...
The Jasmine House is a amazing classic beach bungalow. Centrally located in Wrightsville Beach, the home is just a short walk from both the famed Johnnie Mercer pier, and the bustling downtown stores and eateries on the island!The lower level of the...
- Wrightsville Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
There’s a reason why the Carolina Beach area is historically known as “Pleasure Island.” A favorite destination for generations of vacationers, this coastal town is more than meets the eye, thanks to an array of activities and...
You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It...
Recent improvements! 3BR/2BA, BR1:1Q, BR2:1F, BR3:3T, Savor the island life in the comfortable comfort of the bungalow on a shaded lot. Listen to the ocean as you rock on the enormous front porch or take the short 1.5 block walk to the nearest...
- Oak Island
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 20
Minimum age requirement. Registered guest must be 25 years of age or old and must be staying in the property. This attractively refreshed one bedroom one bath condo on the North end of Carolina Beach comes packed with fantastic vistas from every...
- Carolina Beach
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
The northernmost coastal region of Carolina Beach is home to the Freeman Park Recreation Area, a stretch of shoreline that is well known to adventurous, beach-loving 4WD truck owners. Unlike other stretches of the barrier islands off the coast of...
Carolina Beach is easily one of the most popular destinations for campers along the Cape Fear coastline. Home to a collection of top-rated sites that welcome all varieties of campers, this cool vacation spot is perfect for enjoying everything that...
Welcome to our stunningly refreshed home located in the heart of Wilmington. Just a fast 5min drive to UNCW, historic downtown, and a short 10min to Wrightsville Beach. Our entirely equipped kitchen, ideal for accommodating huge groups. We go the...
- Wilmington
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
The Carolina Beach Boardwalk is the place to go for family-oriented or even late-night fun after a sunny day on the beach. Noted as one of the top 10 boardwalks in America by Food & Wine magazine, this classic oceanside boardwalk features a...
Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...
Summary:Step into heaven when you stay at The Penthouse at the Pleasure Island Cottages! Fantastic ocean vistas overlooking the Atlantic plus the delightfully decorated and modernized 2 bd/2 ba condo will knock your socks off! Walking distance to...
- Carolina Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Arlie Gardens is home to a stunning collection of natural gardens and eye-catching artworks which continually impresses visitors to the Wilmington area. Established in 1901, and originally used as a private garden for the wealthy Pembroke family...
Narrated sightseeing tours, & private charters on the Cape Fear River. Featuring the Henrietta. Cape Fear Riverboats is Wilmington NC’s longest continuously running cruise line. We’ve been in business since 1987 and are...
The Cape Fear Museum, (shorthand for the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science), has been educating and entertaining visitors for well over 100 years. Founded in 1898, the museum is the oldest operating museum in North Carolina, and welcomes...
The USS Battleship North Carolina is an unmistakable site in Downtown Wilmington. Taking up a large portion of the waterfront docks, this historic World War II moveable landmark is a must-see for Cape Fear vacationers.
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2014, the Cameron Art Museum has grown over the past five decades into one of coastal North Carolina's premier collections of regional, national and international art, filling virtually every corner of its gallery...
With Wilmington's distinguished history as a thriving port community, few folks recognize at first that part of this reputation stemmed from its legacy as a bustling railroad center. In fact, for well over 125 years, railroading was the top industry...
E-BIKE TOURS — An Experience For All Levels! Our goal is to make you feel like a local as you explore all Wilmington has to offer. If you’re looking to check out some of the best breweries in town, visit unique neighborhoods, and take in...
When driving or strolling past the Bellamy Mansion, visitors are often transported back to a different time, when the Antebellum South was in full prestige, and Wilmington was a bustling, pre-Civil War port town. Located on Market Street, just...
The Children's Museum of Wilmington, located in historic Downtown Wilmington on Orange Street, is an ideal destination for adventurous kids who want a day full of imagination exploring the world of art, science, and even pirates! Designed...
The Latimer House Museum and Gardens has a key role in Wilmington's historical culture. Built in the early 1850s and still preserved as one of the region's many opulent homes which have been converted to museums, this "residence" has also been the...
Wilmington visitors can enjoy a visit to one of the oldest peanut plantations in the country with an easy drive to the Poplar Grove Plantation. Located just north of the center of Wilmington along US Highway 17, this semi-remote site is a...
Budding biologists with an inherent curiosity about their coastal surroundings will have a blast at Wilmington’s own Sea Turtle Camp – an enriching summer camp program for teens to learn more about these beautiful creatures, as well as...
More than 120 coastal communities oppose offshore drilling- the coast has spoken, and we are determined more than ever to protect our coast. Communities, elected leaders, and impacted businesses and residents along the Southeast spoke out strongly...