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Victory Beach Vacations

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...

Cozy house in established neighborhood. ...

Quiet, developed neighborhood. Centrally located from beaches and downtown. Freshly refreshed with new furnishings and linens. Nice, sizable, landscaped yard with decks and firepit. Entirely outfitted with all essentials for kitchen and bathrooms...

  • Wilmington
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

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...

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"Nothing Could Be Finer" than to be in Holden Beach, North Carolina! This private beach getaway offers 6 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms. Located in the peaceful gated community of Holden Beach West, this delightful oceanfront home is complete with its...

  • Holden Beach
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
The 7 Best Beach Chairs 2025

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...

Luxurious oasis w/private pool and rooft...

Welcome to Chairman of the Boards on Wrightsville Beach, where luxury and coastal appeal converge to create an memorable experience. Located on the peaceful south end of the island, this magnificant home offers a private saltwater pool, a sizable...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Carolina Beach Lake Park

Enjoy a freshwater environment just a block or so away from the beach with a visit to Carolina Beach Lake Park. This public park is centered on the 11-acre freshwater lake, which was noted in the Guinness Book of World Records as being the closest...

The 8 Best Beach Blankets and Towels for 2025

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...

30 Steps to the Atlantic Ocean, Sunrises...

Steps away from the the classy Carolina Sea Paws beach bungalow top floor, comes complete with a peek-a-boo ocean and canal vistas, sunshine & a white sandy beach, surfing and charming sunrises & sunsets. You are only 3 blocks from the North End...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area

Enjoy miles of pristine beaches, salt marshes, and scenic views in every direction with a visit to Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. Located just south of Kure Beach, and renowned for its 6 miles of undeveloped shoreline, this sunny beach...

The 7 Best Fishing & Beach Carts for 2025

For families travelling to the beach, or fishermen carrying tackle/coolers, a beach cart can be the best purchase of your vacation. These carts feature extra-wide wheels to move across soft sand, even when loaded. Carts are often built for specific...

1 Pura Vida, Oceanfront Home, 4 Bdrm/ 2 ...
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1 Pura Vida - 4 Bedroom 2 Bath House, Sleeps 12Standard Features:- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) supplied per the capacity of the home- Totally equipped kitchen- Free WIFI- Washer/Dryer- Non-smokingNotable ...

  • Oak Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Fort Anderson - Old Brunswick Town

Fort Anderson, also known as Brunswick Town, is the historic site of the first permanent settlement in the Cape Fear area. Established nearly 300 years ago in 1726, and destroyed just a few decades later by British Soldiers during the start of the...

Kure Beach

Sandwiched in between the hopping beach town of Carolina Beach and the quiet shorelines of Fort Fisher and the Zeke’s Island Reserve, Kure Beach is a picturesque beach vacation destination that offers a little bit of everything to visitors...

Enjoy stunning outdoor deck space at thi...
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Stay in our impressive beach hideaway on gorgeous Bald Head Island!The Tree House is located on secluded Middle Island with marsh, beach, & maritime forest vistas, and close to the BHI Sea Turtle Conservancy. Our home has handsome 4,000 sq. feet of...

  • Bald Head Island
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Carolina Beaches Guide

Obviously one of the biggest and best attractions of Carolina Beach is, naturally, the beach, and visitors will find ample ways to access and enjoy this sunny stretch of Cape Fear shoreline. Known for its wide coastline, shallow ocean bottom with...

Carolina Beach History

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...

Mom's Gift / 256-B Brunswick Ave West -

Home is a Duplex located on a peaceful street and was completely modernized interior and exterior in 2024. Sleeps up to 6. Upper floor has 2 bedrooms, each with their own private bath and balcony. Front king bedroom has vistas of the Ocean, and the...

  • Holden Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
CV11D, Golf Course Charm, Elegant Villa ...
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Whether you're looking to plan a family vacation, a calming getaway, or a few rounds of golf with your friends, the Club Villas at Sea Trail offers great accommodations for you and your huge group. Appreciate an open floor plan with a full kitchen...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Cape Fear Museum

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...

Top 10 Attractions at Carolina Beach

Though arguably best known for its beaches, Carolina Beach is brimming with fantastic attractions for visitors who know where to look. From classic boardwalks, to freshwater lakes, to remote island reserves, there’s a lot to discover both on...

Amazing Dog Friendly Oceanfront 3 Bedroo...

Key Conveniences:Oceanfront with private walkway to the beachDog FriendlySleeps 7 | 3 Bedrooms: Queen (EnSuite), 2 Twins, Full & TwinOpen-concept living/dining/kitchen with ocean vistasIntelligent TVs, electric fireplace, and gamesTotally supplied...

  • Oak Island
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Masonboro Island Coastal Reserve

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear Coastline in between the bustling towns of Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, the Masonboro Island Coastal Reserve is a unique slice of undeveloped and natural barrier island shoreline that’s an...

Top 10 Things to do in Carolina Beach

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...

Oceanfront condo updated with nice pool ...

Sea Colony condos are highly sought out and book fastest on Pleasure Island! Can see Thurs nighttime and Friday and Sunday nighttime ???? **see below about sheets and towels! ***fireworks from oceanfront deck! Walk two buildings over to Ocean Grille...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

For a light lunch or dinner to reenergize after a day of exploring Wilmington’s central shopping plazas, head to the Bento Box. This colorful restaurant features a rainbow of fresh cuisine from Japan, China, Thailand and Vietnam, which can...

There’s plenty of joy to be found in the colorful dishes and unique flavors of the Double Happiness Restaurant. Found in between the heart of Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, this Dim Sum, Cantonese, and Szechuan restaurant is sure to...

Locals and visitors in the Ogden area, which is just north of Wilmington along US Highway 17, can satisfy a hankering for Asian cuisine with a visit to Fire Bowl. Featuring a vast menu that’s chock-full of traditional Chinese, Japanese and...

Genki is a fresh Japanese and sushi joint that’s tucked away along the popular Market Street in the New Centre shopping district. Boasting colorful and flavorful dishes that can satisfy any craving for Japanese fare, this eatery is a fun...

Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet is a traditional Chinese food buffet that offers an array of lunch and dinner options for hungry Asian food fans. With plenty of seating, and expansive rows of hot and cold items, (as well as sushi), Hibachi Grill is a...

Visitors who are exploring the shops off of College Road, Market Street, and Eastwood Road can cap off a long day with a true Hibachi experience with a visit to Hiro Japanese Steak House. Offering the full “show,” with complete Hibachi...

Ichiban Express is a small and unimposing eatery that’s found just a stroll away from the UNCW campus, but the solid fare and inexpensive prices makes this quick stop for Japanese cuisine a crowd pleaser. Fast and easy to enjoy in a hurry...

Kabuki Korean Cafe & Sushi Bar is a distinctive restaurant that’s perfect for central Wilmington visitors who are in the mood for something that’s miles away from ordinary. Found along a bustling section of Oleander Drive, this...

Kyoto Asian Grille, a chic Asian fusion, Japanese and Thai restaurant with a warm and friendly atmosphere, is a favorite local destination for fresh and colorful Asian-inspired cuisine. Boasting an extensive menu and plenty of flavor, patrons can...

Okami Japanese Steakhouse offers a wide range of dining experiences under one extensive roof along College Road. From the traditional Japanese steak house “show,” with flying knives and freshly prepared cuisine, to the buffet-style lunch...

Vegetarians and fresh food lovers will find plenty of reasons to celebrate at the Sealevel City Gourmet – an enticing little café that boasts a wealth of fresh and handmade food and drink. Spearheaded by Chef and owner Nikki Spears, the...

The Paper Crane has an easy-to-miss location along Eastwood Road, but Wilmington sushi and Asian cuisine fans will want to try this spot that’s known for its distinctively colorful rolls, unique vegan options, and wealth of dishes that combine...

Tokyo 101 is a fun go-to for lunch or dinner after a full morning or afternoon of shopping in Wilmington’s expansive Mayfaire complex. Featuring a wealth of sushi and Japanese fare in a slightly upscale and elevated environment, Tokyo 101...

When you’re this close to the coast, and in a city that’s as creative as Wilmington, it’s easy to find restaurants that take new twists with traditional seafood, and Umaii is no exception. This sushi bar and restaurant which...

It seems that all Wilmington locals and frequent visitors are on the hunt for good Chinese take-out, and Uncle Lim’s Kitchen answers the call with a refreshing menu and a central location on the corner of Carolina Beach Road and Independence...

Yosake is a chic little sushi bar, Asian fusion restaurant, and after-hours lounge that has an equally cool atmosphere, menu, and location in the heart of Downtown Wilmington. Located on the second floor of a historic building, with dark tables, a...