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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...

Experience luxury at Psalm Tree, a spaci...

Welcome to Psalm Tree, a impressive vacation rental located just steps from the handsome beaches of Oak Island, North Carolina. This freshly constructed home features an chic design and offers pretty ocean vistas, making it the ideal hideaway for...

  • Oak Island
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Graceful Lee - Waterfront - Private Pool...

Get ready to relax in this 5-bedroom canal front home in Carolina Beach with a private pool! With 2 king beds, 2 queen beds, and 1 full bed, this marvelous property offers plenty of space for guests to relax. The 5 bathrooms feature both showers and...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Cape Fear River

While Wilmington visitors will arguably enjoy the best views of the Cape Fear River, this distinctive river actually spreads out throughout most of the coastal and piedmont regions of North Carolina, originating in the town of Haywood, just north of...

Luxury condo w EV charger, pool, sound v...
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Luxury Carolina Bay condo elegantly decorated with ocean and canal vistas on the second level - furnished and equipped with everything you need to appreciate your stay, including an EV charger! (ChargePoint Home Flex Electric Car (EV) Charger up to...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Wilmington, NC Boating Guide

Wilmington originated as a port city, and its reputation as a haven for vessels of all sizes has lasted throughout the generations, making it one of the most popular boating destinations in southeastern North Carolina. From unique cruises of the...

The Loop at Wrightsville Beach

New visitors to Wrightsville Beach may hear the phrase “The Loop” tossed around by locals and long-time visitors in-the-know. This initially unfamiliar term actually refers to one of the town’s literally largest attractions &ndash...

Charming Beach Cottage-1 block to beach/...
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Welcome to your dream beach hideaway at our striking and cavernous bungalow in the heart of Carolina Beach! Just one block from the ocean and iconic boardwalk, this delightfully refreshed coastal getaway offers the ideal blend of location, comfort...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Wilmington Educational Activities

Considering that Wilmington is home to the renowned University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), it should come as no surprise that the city is packed with educational activities of all varieties. From historic antebellum homes to local museums...

Wilmington, NC Campgrounds and RV Parks

The camping scene in the greater Wilmington area is just as diverse and inviting as the city itself. From incredible all-inclusive campgrounds that has all the amenities of a world-class resort, to smaller and rustic destinations on the edge of a...

Adorable Ocean View 3 Bed/1 Bath Cottage...
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Feel everything Ocean Isle Beach has to offer at Nauti Pine. The bungalow is located just steps away from the Goldsboro Street beach access. Appreciate your coffee or happy hour on the roomy ocean view rocking chair porch. Swing in the ocean breeze...

  • Ocean Isle Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Southport Waterfront Park

While Downtown Southport has an ample supply of wide front porches to take a load off and enjoy a breeze, many longtime visitors attest there's no better place to relax than the Southport waterfront Park.

Wilmington, NC History

The history of Wilmington is one of the biggest lures for vacationers, as this popular Port City has an undeniably fascinating background that can be effortlessly explored and uncovered today. From its early roots at the dawn of the Colonial era, to...

Walking Distance To Beach-Mem Day to Lab...
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All bookings from Memorial day to Labor day include a complimentary umbrella(with drink table) and 2 chairs set up for you every day of your vacation. Your spot on the beach will be reserved for you each day (weather permitting). Totally...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Oak Island Lighthouse

The Oak Island Lighthouse and Coast Guard station have a long history together, and the tall lighthouse tower stands as a welcoming beacon to visitors who head to these picturesque shores. As the newest lighthouse in North Carolina, the distinctive...

Wilmington, NC Fishing Guide

For anglers who crave variety, there’s no place like Wilmington. Home to massive manmade lakes, seldom-visited creeks, wide Cape Fear River waters, and even easy proximity to ocean shorelines, the sheer options when it comes to casting a line...

Beach House on Canal. With Easy Beach Ac...

Beach House with Canal Access in Holden Beach, NC. Feel coastal bliss in this impressive rental with private canal access. Steps away from sandy shores, indulge in serene water vistas, fishing, and waterway adventures. Modern amenities, a...

  • Holden Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
New Beach Farmhouse, 1mi from the beach,...
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**MUST BE 25+ YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK. A 6 nighttime minimum with check in on Sundays is required for dates booked from Memorial Day to Labor Day.** Your front yard overlooks the State Park as your nature preserve with hiking trails, a bicycle path...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Driving on the Beach - Cape Fear and Brunswick Islands

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...

Wrightsville Beach Vacation Rentals

While Wrightsville Beach has a collection of hotels and motels, the primary type of accommodations in this region are vacation rentals. There are literally hundreds of vacation rentals in the town of Wrightsville Beach, which are scattered...

Affordable & Comfortable 2BD/2BA Sea Tra...
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Our condo, in the Champions neighborhood of Sea Trail Golf Resort, has 2BD & 2BA overlooking the 16th green of the Willard Byrd golf course of Sea Trail's three signature golf courses. The condo has a main villa & connected mini suite, ideal for...

  • Sunset Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Top 10 Attractions in Wilmington, NC

With centuries of history, a coveted arts scene, and a brilliant setting against the Cape Fear River, Wilmington’s inherent legacy and culture produces a stellar collection of attractions that will entice any visitor. Discover a port community...

Downtown Wilmington, NC

For many visitors, the waterfront downtown region is where the action is in Wilmington, and an extended visit to this area is the highlight, if not the majority, of a great Wilmington vacation. Downtown Wilmington is steeped in history, filled with...

Cordgrass Bay 2315-E
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This comfortable, gorgeously decorated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is a great location on the North end of the island. The master bedroom has a queen size bed and a full bathroom. The two guest bedrooms share a full bathroom in the hall. The first...

  • Wrightsville Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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.

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...