1 Block to Beach, Restaurants & More! Anchors Away - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo

Welcome to Anchors Away!
- Private 2 bedroom apartment in Carolina Beach
- Located 1 block from the beach with public access. Just a 1 min. walk!


-- THE PROPERTY --

- Front porch with Adirondack chairs and string lights
- Full kitchen including a coffee pot, french press, pots/pans, & dishes
- Well outfitted with appliances (full size refrigerator, stove, microwave, blender, & toaster)
- Master bedroom includes a queen bed (highly rated 12” Zinus memory foam bed)
- Second bedroom includes a bunk bed (two twin size, highly rated Zinus memory foam beds)
- High-speed WiFi
- Intelligent TV's in living room and master bedroom. Roku TV in living room & Amazon TV in bedroom.
- 3 mini-split AC/heat systems throughout the apartment: one in each bedroom & one in the living room. Set your bedroom temperature to your optimal sleep temperature without affecting the rest of the rooms!
- Pet friendly for friendly family pets! Please message us for pet approval PRIOR to booking. If possible, please add pets to your reservation during the booking process. Non-returnable pet fee of $150 applies. Limit is 2 dogs; no other animals allowed. Please review the home rules for our full pet policy.
- Pack ‘n’ play and high chair available if desired
- We supply bed linens & bath towels. Beach towels NOT supplied.
- We also provide enough hand soap, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels, & trash bags to get you started upon arrival. However, if you are staying longer than a couple nights, please plan to supplement with your own supplies based on your personal needs.
- Please note that we do require a signed rental agreement and that there is potential for noise from close by businesses. However, being close means you've also got simple access to all that Carolina Beach has to offer.


-- PET POLICY --

- Please message us for pet approval prior to booking.
- If possible, please add pets to your reservation during the booking process. Once added, the $150 pet fee is supplied as part of the nightly rate (spread out equally over the course of the stay) and in the total price at checkout.
- Pet fee is non-returnable and is a flat rate for the stay.
- Limit is 2 dogs; no other animals allowed.
- Must pick up all droppings from pet(s).
- Dogs must be entirely housebroken.
- Dogs are not allowed on furnishings or linens.


-- HOME RULES --

- NO SMOKING. If anything is smoked inside, you will incur a $200 fee for deodorization treatment.
- Check-in time is 4:00PM and check out by 10:00AM. Early check ins and late check outs are not available due to our COVID-19 cleaning protocols. No parking on premises before check in time or after check out time.
- Self check-in with keyless PIN code lock
- Park on the grass directly BEHIND the building. The spaces in the front are used by unit B, and the gravel driveway to the side is privately owned by the neighbors, so do not block either of those. The side driveway may be used to pull through to access the back spaces, or you can drive one street past Pelican Ln. on Canal Dr. and turn right at the yellow condos to get to the back spaces (this street is not named.)
- A max. of 2 cars are allowed on the property. The third space is reserved for property management.
- In order to avoid potential staining, please do NOT use bleach to clean anything during your stay. We have professional cleaners who will use bleach appropriately in between guests to ensure a high standard of cleanliness.
- Only stainless steel cleaner may be used on stainless steel appliances. Other cleaners will cause stainless steel to rust, so please do not use them on the appliances.
- Visitors must be approved by host.
- Be respectful of our neighbors. Keep noise volume low and no walking through neighbors yards.
- Do not burn incense, essential oils, or similar items. These scents are difficult to remove before the next guest checks in, and some guests may have sensitivity to smells.
- Guest must sign rental agreement.

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is in the city center and near the beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Strategies for getting the best Carolina Beach vacation rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Summer months are high season in the Wilmington, NC area. Booking your Wilmington, NC vacation rental in Fall or Spring is a great way to save on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable properties. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wilmington, NC vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to add vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which costs between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Wilmington, NC area magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guide magazines contain deals for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Choosing and booking the right Wilmington, NC rental home:

• Select a group leader, select your dates, and select a maximum budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your family needs. 1 Block to Beach, Restaurants & More! Anchors Away has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is usually available on booking websites. If they are not listed, email the property manager before reserving your home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Are you visiting for a specific event? If so, use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before booking
• Remember to include your furry companions! 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. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or costs may be applied to your agreement.

Advice for a terrific stay:

• Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone.
• To make sure no damages are linked to your family's visit, inspect for any problem areas during check in. Make contact with the rental manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call prevents many difficulties.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible resource to find the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to order delicious takeout, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let burglars ruin your holiday.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did you have a fantastic vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide comments. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to correct it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.