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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...

Gorgeous OIB Ocean Front View home 5 bed...

House, 5 Bedrooms + Den, 5.5 Baths, (Sleeps 15-20)GREAT HOME FOR YOUR FAMILY REUNION OR THE VACATION!!!Five-bedroom, five-and-one-half bath home with private pool located in exclusive west end!Within walking distance of center of town with stores...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
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...

Coastal home close to beach access and l...

Arnette HavenOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Welcome to your ideal beach hideaway in Ocean Isle Beach, NC! This appealing townhouse is ideal...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Southport Marsh Walk

Nature lovers who want to take an in-depth and self-guided exploration of Southport's wild terrain can take an easy stroll down the "Marsh Walk." This long boardwalk that begins along Brunswick Avenue on the edges of the busy downtown ends...

Wonderful Waterfront Family House w/Ocea...

Finest Hall AroundOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'This four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home is located right on the beach and can...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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...

Carolina Beach Boating Guide

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...

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4) A Little Shore Thing is your beach hideaway to an fantastic ocean view at this3rd floor condo. Appreciate your morning coffee and the Carolina sunrise from theoceanfront deck with access from the main living...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Southport Pier and RIverwalk

Cap off a leisurely day of exploring Southport with a scenic walk along the waterfront, courtesy of the Southport Pier and Riverwalk.  Located on the edge of Howe and Bay Streets, and therefore easy to reach for veritably any Downtown Explorer...

Activities for Kids near Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach is a paradise for kids! Filled with sunny beaches, summertime activities, and plenty of great eats and good times, kids will never be bored at this town that deserves its longstanding name of “Pleasure Island.” Make your...

Sea The World- Private Access to Beach!

Summary:Sea The World: Your Coastal RetreatImmerse yourself in coastal heaven at Sea The World. This gorgeous, three-bedroom getaway is just an 8-min. walk from the pristine sands of Carolina Beach. Wake to beautiful ocean vistas from your private...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Rainy Day Activities near Carolina beach

Even in a vacation destination as sunny as Carolina Beach, an occasional rainy day can still arise to put a momentary break on the shoreside fun. But just because a visitor has to leaves the beach doesn’t mean that the vacation fun has to end...

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...

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New to PROACTIVE Vacations! “Namaste” this phenomenal home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, striking vistas of the shining canal, a private putting green and your very own private pool! This enchanting home is ready to welcome you, and your...

  • Holden Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Carolina Beach Museums

Visitors who want to spend a day off the beach learning something new will find plenty of opportunities in the Cape Fear region. The coastal communities that surround Carolina Beach are chock full of enticing museums, historic sites, and other...

Carolina Beach Rules & Guidelines

Carolina Beach is well known for its miles of enticing shoreline that attract surfers, swimmers, fishermen, beachcombers, and everyday folks who just love to spend their days on the sand. But before you go, you may want to brush up on area...

The Salt Tee Cottage - Golf & Beach minu...

Welcome to the Salt Tee Cottage- just mintues away from Ocean Isle Beach and Sunset Beach! Keep things coastal while you stay at this calming and centrally-located home. With beaches, eateries, parks, and golf in ever direction...you will be able to...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Sands V 2B | Ocean Views + Near Area Fun...

Embark on an memorable coastal adventure at Sands V 2B, where your dream of a beachfront condo becomes a reality! Boasting mesmerizing ocean vistas, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom hideaway is located in an oceanfront community just steps from the sandy...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Wrightsville Beach Park

The sunny Wrightsville Beach Park, conveniently located in the heart of town, is a fantastic destination for an outdoor adventure that doesn't necessarily entail a trip to the beach. Adjacent to the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation's main...

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...

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Silver Linings WestOur calendar is refreshed in real-time & our nightly prices are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Silver Linings West is a gorgeously located, completely remodeled, oceanfront duplex with a...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Carolina Beach State Park

Visitors who want to take a break from Carolina Beaches' busy surfside scene, and instead enjoy its acres of wild, undeveloped territory, can pay a visit to the sprawling Carolina Beach State Park.

Carolina Beach Surfing Guide

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...

Adorable 2-story condo steps from the be...
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Located in the heart of Wrightsville Beach, "Sea Rocket" is an adorably refreshed two-story condo that puts you right in the center of all the action. One of just three units in the building, this striking getaway offers prime people-watching...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Greenfield Lake Park is known as one of Wilmington’s coolest and most scenic destinations, and is a vast public park that’s located just south of the historic downtown area. Located on the western edge of Greenfield Lake, and just a...

Halyburton Memorial Park is a perfect respite for visitors who want to take a break from the busy Downtown Wilmington shopping, dining and attractions, and just relax amidst the natural ponds and unique rolling sand hills, and watch the wildlife...

Arrowhead Park is a fun destination for Wilmington locals and visitors alike to take a break from the waves, and dive into a little outdoor entertainment outside the waterfront realm. Located just south of the heart of the Wilmington, and easy to...

Bijou Park is a hidden gem of a "blink and you'll miss it" attraction in Wilmington, and is a perfect spot for weary shoppers and strollers to find a quiet bench, stretch out their legs, and relax. Located in a rare gap in between downtown buildings...

Halyburton Park, (also known by its formal name of Halyburton Memorial Park), is a 58-acre nature preserve that features a lengthy biking and hiking trail, a number of public facilities, and a scenic glimpse into the local foliage and wildlife that...

Situated in a quiet and primarily residential corner of the city of Wilmington, the James E.L. Wade Park is a surprising and engaging destination for locals and visitors alike who want to experience the Great Outdoors of the Cape Fear region.

Outdoor lovers and active visitors of all tastes will have a fine time at the engaging Ogden Park. Located just northeast of the Downtown area, and convenient to Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach visitors alike, this vast public park has veritably...

Tucked away on the edge of the Cape Fear River just a few miles south of Downtown Wilmington, the River Road Park is a popular launching point for a myriad of adventures that can range from kayaking and boating expeditions, to just enjoying the...

Situated on the edge of the Cape Fear River and the Intracoastal Waterway, and located just a quick cruise away from the Atlantic Ocean, Snow’s Cut Park is a popular destination for anglers, birdwatchers, and anyone who appreciates a stunning...