?Averette Cottage: Oceanfront Home-Beach Access-Great Location? - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1500 square feet

Reasons You Will Appreciate Averette Cottage:

* ONLY Beach Cottage located on the famed Carolina Beach Boardwalk!!!

* 4BR Oceanfront Home

* Oceanfront Deck

* Extra Conveniences include Outdoor Shower

* Professionally Managed

Averette Cottage is a gorgeous, rustic oceanfront home that offers guests beautiful vistas and direct beach access. Located right on the iconic Carolina Beach Boardwalk, it stands as the only beach bungalow in this famed location. With complimentary WiFi, central air and heat, cable TV, and a DVD player, the bungalow ensures a comfortable stay while letting you savor the coastal ambiance. The property provides parking for up to seven cars, with specific dimensions and areas designated to accommodate compact cars and multiple cars under the bungalow and beside the sidewalk. Guests can conveniently rinse off the sand in the convenient outdoor shower located under the property.

The cozy living room is well-equipped with a flat-screen TV, cable, a DVD player, and a ceiling fan, making it the ideal spot to relax after a day on the beach. Step directly from the living room onto the oceanfront deck, where you can take in the striking ocean vistas and exhilarating sea breeze. The kitchen and dining area provide everything needed for cooking, including a refrigerator, flat-top stove, microwave, and essential appliances like a 12-cup coffee maker, Crock-pot, blender, and dishwasher.

Averette Cottage offers four bedrooms, each designed to maximize comfort and convenience. Bedroom 1 features two full beds with an ocean view and a ceiling fan, while Bedroom 2 includes a full bed and a twin-over-full bunk bed. A hallway bathroom with a tub/shower combo and single vanity sink serves these rooms. Bedrooms 3 and 4 each offer a full bed and a twin-over-full bunk bed, with Bedroom 3 also offering ocean vistas. An additional bathroom with a stand-up shower and a single vanity sink serves these rooms. Outdoor living is made painless with two street-side decks and one oceanfront deck, providing ample space to appreciate the impressive coastal surroundings.

*NOTE: Upstairs apartment not included, and will sometimes be occupied by owners. Guests who rent the bungalow are not notified of owner use. The parking on the left side of the bungalow is for owner use only.*

PARKING NOTE: Parking is very tight.

Parking for 7 Vehicles:
*Driveway Dimensions: 11’ wide x 30’ long x 5’ 11” high (Fits 1 Compact Car)
*Left side of under home can fit 3 cars if they fit under bungalow, Right side of under home can fit 2 cars if they fit under bungalow
*Right side pad next to the sidewalk: 19’ wide x 20’ 5” long- Parking for 1 Car

The Bed Set Up:

Primary Bedroom: Two Full Beds

Guest Bedroom: Full Bed and a Twin-Over-Full Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom: Full Bed and a Twin-Over-Full Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom: Full Bed and a Twin-Over-Full Bunk Bed

Carolina Beach is a ideal family-friendly destination with a variety of attractions to keep everybody entertained. Families can walk along the lively Carolina Beach Boardwalk with its rides, games, and local stores, or discover nature at Carolina Beach State Park, home to hiking trails and rare Venus flytraps. Nearby, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher offers interactive exhibits that kids will adore, while Freeman Park provides beach access for fishing, swimming, and camping. Don't miss the historic Kure Beach Pier for fishing and ocean vistas, or relax at Carolina Beach Lake Park with paddleboats and playgrounds. For active fun, Tony Silvagni Surf School offers surf lessons for all ages. Carolina Beach has something for every family member to enjoy!

About the Area

Located in Carolina Beach, this vacation home is on 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. 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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Finding the best Carolina Beach vacation home experience:

Sticking to your rental home budget:

• To get the best value, try changing your family's Wilmington, NC vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the 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 your favorite beach.
• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Booking your rental up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental home.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Booking websites typically offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, management companies and vacation rental houses supply Wilmington, NC area travel guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or by way of a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

How to choose the best vacation home in the Wilmington, NC area:

• First, have your family agree to the best dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. ?Averette Cottage: Oceanfront Home-Beach Access-Great Location? has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking pages. If not, contact the property manager before you book the home. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Is your family looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before reserving a rental.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

Considerations for your stay:

• Get the host's contact number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• Upon check-in, document any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the host. Record all coorespondence.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
• Respect the neighborhood. Often times, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your rental property while you're away! Don't let burglars ruin your family vacation.
• Just before checking out, take a walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your group have a wonderful time? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your comments.