• As low as $430/Night
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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General Features

  • Books
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Car required
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Dining room
  • Dishwasher
  • English
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Fishing nearby
  • French
  • German
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Internet access
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Italian
  • Living room
  • Microwave
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the beach
  • Near the sea
  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
  • Onsite parking
  • Oven
  • Patio
  • Power boating nearby
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Spanish
  • Stovetop
  • Swimming nearby
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • Travel crib
  • TV
  • Unit size: 1581 sq ft (147 sq m)
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

About this Property

  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Private vacation home
  • Approximately 1581 square feet

The Carolina Shell

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Surrounded by palms and boasting peek-a-boo ocean vistas, The Carolina Shell is ready to host all of your favorite coastal memories! Don't forget to bring your boat as trailer parking is available on-site.

Fill your days with visits to the beach, located less than 100 yards away! Ocean Isle Beach Park, Swamp Park- Zip Line and ATV Center, Sunset Beach Fishing Pier, and the Big "M" Casino are all within a 15-mile radius.

Back at your stay, rinse off in the outdoor shower before you head inside. Composed of wood floor and striking nautical mementos, the main living area offers a pleasant space to catch up on your favorite shows and indulge in delicious family meals. Well-equipped for all of your culinary needs, the kitchen presents a full suite of appliances and ample meal prep space.

The four bedrooms are equally sizable and bright, each with a personal TV, soft linens, and ceiling fans. A private washer/dryer, Pack-N-Play, and central air-conditioning tie together the stellar list of interior amenities.

What are you waiting for? Book a stay at The Carolina Shell today and embark on the coastal trip of your dreams!

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is allowed anywhere on the premises.

Parking notes: There is complimentary parking available for 6 cars.

Security camera details: Ring Doorbell

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our intelligent home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, accepting us to reach out directly with a reminder of max. occupancy and peaceful hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

About the Area

Located in Ocean Isle Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach. Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect vacation rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

  • Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
  • Book your Wilmington, NC vacation home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
  • 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 if your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction.
  • Property management companies usually offer guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
  • Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area visitor guide magazines which will include coupons, either offered directly by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Use filters to search efficiently:

  • To start, have your group select date ranges and a maximum budget.
  • Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration you need. 2nd-row modern home with beach access, trailer parking, deck, & outdoor shower has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
  • Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. If not, contact the property management company before reserving the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches.
  • Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges may be applied to your invoice.
  • Visiting for a single event? Try a map search to find nearby rentals.
  • Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .

Tips for a smooth stay:

  • We recommend storing the owner's information in your smartphone and wallet.
  • Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
  • Lock your vacation home while you're out. Protect your property!
  • Document any issues with the rental during check in, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if a dispute is filed.
  • Respect your neighbors. Often times, nearby homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
  • Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
  • Re-check every room of the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items on check-out day. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
  • Inspect the rental a final time and look for damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
  • Did your family have a great vacation? Many rental managers make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.

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